MORGAN POSTON
With the sun beating down on hundreds of fans lined up outside, the anticipation surrounding Dayseeker’s Kansas City tour stop was enough to keep the energy high long before doors opened.
Serving as their first album since signing with Fearless Records in 2025, “Nightmare Tripping” stands out immediately for its tonal shift compared to past albums. This record leans into heavier production, sharper edges, and is more aggressive vocally.
Breaking into the industry in 2023, Chloe Star has steadily established herself as a rising presence in the alternative pop scene. The independent artist’s latest single, “Emergency Contact,” released March 30.
Titled “covet,” the song leans into a dark-pop sound that fits seamlessly into the duo’s evolving discography. While rock elements still appear throughout — most noticeably in the chorus — the track feels noticeably softer than songs like “said & done” and “ego,” their January release.
Sometimes the best concerts are the ones you walk into without knowing exactly what to expect. At Cal in Red’s recent show in Columbia, Missouri, a night of indie rock turned into a dreamy pop experience.
With their 2024 release “Living in the Static,” Livealie has cemented their place in the metalcore scene. Composed of frontman James Harrison (ex-vocalist of Oceans Ate Alaska), bassist and clean singer Jordan Lee, guitarist Andrew Robles, and drummer Brandon Lee, the band bridges New York City and London, collaborating across the Atlantic to put out projects they’re proud of.
Punk has transformed and grown as new generations have emerged but stayed true to its 1970s roots. Bands such as Pierce the Veil, Paramore, Bring Me The Horizon, and Spiritbox have gained popularity spanning from 2010 to now. They have shaped and created the many sub-genres now beneath the punk umbrella. Today’s punk scene is experimental, inclusive, innovative, and paving the way for future decades.
The Guardians of the Galaxy soundtrack has served its purpose: To enhance the films' nostalgia, connections among characters, connections between characters and audience, sense of adventure, and humor.
As support acts on Poppy’s “Constantly Nowhere Tour,” Thousand Below and LANDMVRKS proved their trajectory is anything but stagnant during their stop at The Pageant. While the tour title suggests a destination of uncertainty, both bands are moving with clear direction, continuing to carve out their place in the heavy and alternative music scene.