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Author: Travis Hay

Blog / News

Elliott Smith’s old band Heatmiser getting reissued by Third Man Records

August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The compilation of demos and live recordings will be released in October.

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Blog / News / Seattle Icons

Candlebox calls it quits, announce final tour and album

August 7, 2023August 7, 2023 - by Travis Hay

Listen to the band’s new song “Punks”

Candlebox calls it quits, announce final tour and album Read More
Blog / News

Listen: Courtney Barnett covers Chastity Belt

August 7, 2023August 7, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The 7″ release of the cover also features Kurt Vile

Listen: Courtney Barnett covers Chastity Belt Read More
News

Introducing Guerrilla Candy version 1.5

August 3, 2023April 15, 2024 - by Travis Hay

Meet the new boss, same as the old boss

Introducing Guerrilla Candy version 1.5 Read More
Blog

The Linda Lindas release new song ‘Resolution/Revolution’

July 31, 2023August 7, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The catchy song is about making small dents in big problems

The Linda Lindas release new song ‘Resolution/Revolution’ Read More
ICYMI / Live reviews

Going coastal: Neil Young in Seattle

July 31, 2023April 15, 2024 - by Travis Hay

The 21-song set was filled with deep cuts, new deliveries and classic songs

Going coastal: Neil Young in Seattle Read More
Seattle Icons

Watch Mike McCready debut his Chris Cornell tribute song ‘Crying Moon’

July 31, 2023April 15, 2024 - by Travis Hay

The Seattle music scene continues to mourn the loss of Chris Cornell six years after his death.

Watch Mike McCready debut his Chris Cornell tribute song ‘Crying Moon’ Read More
Album reviews / Reviews / Seattle Icons

Brad delivers a fantastic farewell with ‘In The Moment You’re Born’

July 28, 2023April 15, 2024 - by Travis Hay

A reminder of the unique beauty of Shawn Smith’s voice

Brad delivers a fantastic farewell with ‘In The Moment You’re Born’ Read More
Blog / News

Watch Brandi Carlile & Pink’s tribute to Sinead O’Connor

July 27, 2023August 29, 2023 - by Travis Hay

They delivered a powerful rendition of O’Connor’s hit “Nothing Compares 2 U.”

Watch Brandi Carlile & Pink’s tribute to Sinead O’Connor Read More
Robert Smith of the Cure performing at Climate Pledge Arena June 1, 2023. Photo credit https://www.facebook.com/ClimatePledgeArena
Blog / ICYMI / Live reviews / Reviews

Just like heaven: The Cure in Seattle

July 10, 2023October 27, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The iconic group played a set of hits, deep cuts and fan favorites.

Just like heaven: The Cure in Seattle Read More
John Wicks and Jeff Ament of Deaf Charlie
Album reviews / Seattle Icons

Fitz and the Pearl Jam: Deaf Charlie’s ‘Catastrophic Metamorphic’

June 29, 2023April 15, 2024 - by Travis Hay

Deaf Charlie’s debut album is a refreshing blast of pop-forward rock.

Fitz and the Pearl Jam: Deaf Charlie’s ‘Catastrophic Metamorphic’ Read More
Blog / Seattle Icons

Macklemore adds Seattle date to ‘Ben’ tour

June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 - by Travis Hay

Macklemore’s coming home for the holidays

Macklemore adds Seattle date to ‘Ben’ tour Read More
Blog / Bumbershoot / Bumbershoot '23

Bumbershoot’s return topped by Sleater-Kinney, Sunny Day Real Estate

March 23, 2023August 3, 2023 - by Travis Hay

Bumbershoot‘s 2023 lineup features an eclectic mix of rock, hip-hop and electronic music alongside plenty of the festival’s trademark Pacific Northwest flair. The 50th anniversary of Seattle’s music and arts …

Bumbershoot’s return topped by Sleater-Kinney, Sunny Day Real Estate Read More
Stone Gossard performing with Green River in 2008. Photo by Travis Hay
Blog / News

Check out new music from Painted Shield, Thunderpussy & Acid Tongue

March 10, 2023March 10, 2023 - by Travis Hay

Painted Shield is a possibly the lowest-key Seattle supergroup ever. The band has released two album, both of which have been received well critically, but not many people seem to …

Check out new music from Painted Shield, Thunderpussy & Acid Tongue Read More
Brandi Carlile
Blog / News

Listen: Miley Cyrus feat. Brandi Carlile ‘Thousand Miles’

March 10, 2023March 9, 2023 - by Travis Hay

It’s safe to say Brandi Carlile enjoys sharing her talents. She’s been featured on albums by Elton John, Marcus Mumford, Tanya Tucker, Jason Isbell, John Prine and even Leslie Jordan. …

Listen: Miley Cyrus feat. Brandi Carlile ‘Thousand Miles’ Read More
News

Macklemore announces free show today at Neumos

March 6, 2023August 3, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The show is to support his new album “Ben.”

Macklemore announces free show today at Neumos Read More
Macklemore
Album reviews / Reviews

Macklemore bridges pop, hip-hop and authenticity with “Ben”

March 3, 2023July 28, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The mixture of pop and hip-hop are what makes “Ben” tick.

Macklemore bridges pop, hip-hop and authenticity with “Ben” Read More
Mudhoney's Steve Turner
Blog / News / Seattle Icons

Mudhoney’s Steve Turner releasing grunge book

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 - by Travis Hay

Along with tales of grunge goodness, the book features a foreword by Pearl Jam’s Stone Gossard.

Mudhoney’s Steve Turner releasing grunge book Read More
Blog / News

Denzel Curry, Sofi Tukker top Capitol Hill Block Party’s 2023 lineup

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The festival features and eclectic lineup to mark its silver anniversary.

Denzel Curry, Sofi Tukker top Capitol Hill Block Party’s 2023 lineup Read More
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
ICYMI / Live reviews / Reviews

Springsteen brings high energy & hits to Climate Pledge Arena

February 28, 2023July 28, 2023 - by Travis Hay

The marathon 27-song set featured two songs making their tour debuts and an unforgettable encore.

Springsteen brings high energy & hits to Climate Pledge Arena Read More

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Editor’s Picks

Five Seattle albums that deserve the 33 1/3 treatment

April 18, 2024March 11, 2025

Young love, romance and Given to Fly: 25 years of Pearl Jam’s Yield

December 31, 2023February 13, 2024

Which Seattle bands will be the next Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees?

February 2, 2023March 11, 2025

Chris Cornell on fatherhood & rockstardom

May 19, 2017March 11, 2025

Pearl Jam opens up to fans at intimate ‘Lightning Bolt’ Town Hall

October 7, 2013January 15, 2020

Discovering Nirvana’s lost treasures long after the band is gone

November 6, 2009September 7, 2018

Favorite Interviews

Getting RNDM: An interview with Jeff Ament

October 29, 2012September 6, 2018

Craig Finn talks about beer, the Boss & his band

September 27, 2009June 12, 2025

Death Cab’s Jason McGerr talks pyro, touring and The Open Door

April 22, 2009March 11, 2025

Brandi Carlile’s music defies categorization

October 26, 2006March 11, 2025

Interview: Dave Grohl & Rivers Cuomo

October 20, 2005March 11, 2025

Interview transcript: A conversation with Chris Cornell

October 14, 2005March 11, 2025

Robert Smith on the ‘incredible’ response to ‘The Cure’

August 26, 2004September 7, 2018

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