PLAYLIST: In the Crate – May 2025
The fifth edition of “In the Crate”, a monthly playlist featuring our favorite (mostly new) songs by Bay Area artists. […]
“Never taking my eyes off my opponent, which is fear itself.” Interview with AroMa
AroMa is a creative genius. They put everything into their performances, seeing the real human significance of emotional self-expression through […]
“Everyone wants to be a part of the Bay.” Interview with Tyla Jones of Total Accord
From Absolutely Kosher to the Chapel to El Rio, Tyla Jones has been an integral force in Bay Area music. […]
“I didn’t have to explain my African sound.” Interview with Piwai
Piwai blends traditional rhythms from her native Zimbabwe with contemporary soul, jazz, and R&B to craft a sound unique here […]
Make Hip-Hop Fun Again! by LaRussell
“Whatever, let's just have fun. It's hip hop, man, this is hip hop.” — Missy Elliott It’s hard to keep […]
“I’m really hoping that the Bay rediscovers the Funk.” Interview with Kevin O’Dea of The Grease Traps
The Grease Traps are an eight-piece funk and soul group based in Oakland. Made up of rare funk 45 record […]
PLAYLIST: In the Crate – March 2025
The third edition of “In the Crate”, a monthly playlist featuring our favorite (mostly new) songs by Bay Area artists. […]
The Look of Adoration by Samplelov
"So finally, my eyes gaze inwardI think I can see the light" It's 2025: All the best love albums are […]
Love in the Streets by EaSWay
"Are You Lonely Or Alone? Sometimes it’s hard to tell…" Obviously "Gypsy Woman" by Crystal Waters has been an interminably […]
honey from a winter stone by Ambrose Akinmusire
"In many respects this entire work is inspired by and is an homage to the work of the composer Julius […]