Critic's Notebook

He was the Valley’s biggest Luke Cage fan.

By the end of this year’s Gathering, cries of “Fuck Oklahoma!” rang out across the festival.

Will the real Rebel Lounge please stand up?

They brought the metal.

Here are the details.

The biggest of the Big Four and their inextricable ties to the Copper State.

Here’s what you need to know.

His ability to be one with the band and a singular force is one of Sanders’ most expressive qualities.

“It’s really about giving the city a voice and letting them be heard.”

“I remember sweating every time it came on.”

They’re coming to Rebel Lounge this July.

They’re once again getting their due as a group that was genuinely awesome. It was a long time coming.

“It’s more about the community and the songs rather than the guest DJs.”

Huh-ha.

“Without Corey [Taylor], there wouldn’t be an Otep.”

All hail king Kendrick.

The metal pioneers still seem to be digging it — with a vengeance.

“The Valley was meant to hear the song first, whether y’all wanted it or not, and now it’s time to unleash it everywhere else.”

A surprise Drake guest appearance? Yes, please! A half-assed, 40-minute-late DJ Khaled set? No, thanks.

EDC Las Vegas 2017 is Andre Benz’s first music festival — but with his Trap Nation art car, he’s already making a big splash.

From Grace Perry of Landmine Marathon.

Here’s how to vote for the musician and Rhythm Room owner.