By Nadia Ahmad |Staff Writer| Indie-rock trio, Geographer, performed an exciting show in Pomona on Friday, Jan 16 that included new music and new fans. The Glass House is a small venue in Pomona that allows for an intimate show for fans. Members of the crowd were screaming out the band’s name as they waited for the San Francisco-based band to take the stage. “I had the option of seeing them at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles but I chose to see them here because I knew it would feel much more special,” said Becca Chavez, one of the screaming fans. The lights dimmed and the crowd roared as a handsome Mike Deni, the band’s frontman, appeared on stage. If I could describe … [Read more...] about Geographer sings all the right words
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Bastille rocks sold out show
By Nadia Ahmad |Staff Writer| Lines of people surrounded the Fox Theater in Pomona to see English pop-rock band Bastille. The band played a mind-blowing show that left the audience awestruck. “I cannot put into words how good that show was. I’m speechless,” said a fan after the show was over. I too was speechless after the concert and agree that this was one of the greatest shows I have ever been to. Singer and frontman Dan Smith had so much energy on stage and really gave it his all. I’m amazed at the range of his voice and how easily he can transition from singing soft, beautiful ballads in a falsetto tone to delivering a fierce, vigorous performance that makes you want … [Read more...] about Bastille rocks sold out show
Back to the Grind infused the audience with eclectic sounds
By Lily Perez |Staff Writer| The coffee shop, Back to the Grind located in downtown Riverside welcomed Indie artists to their basement stage on Jan. 11. This coffee shop draws in many because of its atmosphere, amazing coffee and support of the arts. Great Ghosts, Sheep’s Head, Suzie’s Dead, Ancient Crux, and The Big Nothing all infused the audience with their eclectic sounds. Electric beats, soothing acoustic folk ballads to the overpowering sound of drums and bass for all those mosh pit enthusiasts. Each band had something unique to offer the audience . “I don’t know any of the bands but I have been here once before and needed something to do tonight, so I knew this would … [Read more...] about Back to the Grind infused the audience with eclectic sounds
Desaparecidos plays sold out show
By Mary Moreno |Staff Writer| Finishing their fall tour in Southern California, the indie band Desaparecidos headlined the sold out show in Glasshouse in Pomona and the Henry Fonda theater in Hollywood. The band is fronted by indie musician Conor Oberst from the band Bright Eyes and supported by Landon Hedges on bass guitar, Matt Baum on drums, Denver Dalley on guitar and Ian McElroy on the keyboards. Their music is heavily laced with social and political themes which transcend the catchy guitar riffs. Many fans figured that they would never have the opportunity to see a live performance because they were on hiatus for eight years, but they’re in luck. They have only released … [Read more...] about Desaparecidos plays sold out show