Critic's Notebook

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The KWSS DJ hits us with some new energetic local music.

The indie folk-pop act were part of a vibrant Valley scene in the mid-2000s.

The best venues for exploring weird art, whether you’re 16 or 65.

Jesse Valencia compiled a dynamic chronicle of The Brian Jonestown Massacre.

The local punk legend died at the age of 38.

Forget flowers — give your love some music.

A list of songs about love with nary any poetry or gushy sentiments.

The local grindcore band show their softer side.

Miss MTV? See some great music videos downtown this weekend.

They want to change people’s perception of normal.

If only briefly…

The hardcore punk band are soon to play Yucca with Playboy Manbaby.

The Valley’s bastion for metal and hip-hop doesn’t just take care of the audience.

The metal frontman dishes on this year’s hometown show.

And songs that will have you move on.

A smattering of the diverse and dynamic sounds currently defining the Valley.

If an EP drops and no one knows, does anyone listen?

The local rapper showed respect to the late wrestling legend and got thanked by his superstar son.

A birthday bash and a charity event are on the schedule this weekend.

No matter what’s coming in 2020, we’ve got your soundtrack.

They do more than perform silent film scores.