Lessons From Andy

by Allie Adams Today marks two years since the untimely passing of Andy Chaves, the charismatic frontman of Arizona-based hip-hop/reggae/alt group Katastro. His death sent shockwaves through the band’s hyper-devoted national fanbase and left a gaping hole in the Chaves family–a hole only made bearable by his parents Lydia and Jim’s unwavering Christian faith and […]

NEW RELEASE: Surfer Girl w/ Bryce Vine – ‘Rush Hour’ (Single)

Los Angeles by-way-of Boston indie / alt-pop / American reggae band Surfer Girl (lead singer Carter Reeves Schultz formerly of the hit group Aer) teams up with Los Angeles by-way-of New York alt rap / pop sensation Bryce Vine for this new single ‘Rush Hour’. This is the first single from Surfer Girl off their upcoming album, dropping later […]

Sun, Swimsuits and Sublime: Point Break Festival Venue Map is LIVE

Ready to kick off summer the right way? Get your ultimate toes-in-the-sand experience with Point Break Festival, in the heart of Virginia Beach June 1-2. The inaugural two-day live music event, curated by Silverback Music and produced by IMGoing dropped the venue site map today and if dancing in a swimsuit is on your 2024 bucket list, […]

Reggae Radar Featuring Mike Mocerino

We had the opportunity to catch up with Mike Mocerino, the talented guitarist for the band aurorawave., delving into his diverse musical journey. By Kelly Graham Rooted in metal, Mocerino’s guitar skills are truly exceptional. Additionally, aspiring musicians have a unique chance to learn from his expertise, as he’ll be offering guitar lessons through Kevin […]

Ranked: Slightly Stoopid’s Best Albums

Ranking SLIGHTLY STOOPID Albums–an impossible task, can it be done?  The Pier’s own Kelly Graham takes a stab at it. As anticipation builds for the upcoming release from Slightly Stoopid, marking their return after a notable six-year gap since their last record, it’s a perfect moment to delve into the band’s rich musical journey. With each […]

Sublime Announces Exclusive Merch Collaboration with Legendary Street Graffiti Artist Chaz

Iconic California music and art collide as Sublime announces a new collaboration with renowned American Chicano graffiti artist Charles “Chaz” Bojórquez. The new venture, SUBLIME X CHAZ, will feature limited-edition merchandise sold online through Sublime’s official store. Known as the godfather of West Coast graffiti, Chaz’s legendary American Chicano aesthetic transformed Cholo street graffiti into […]