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Test 9/8 Number 2
September 8, 2025
The post-pandemic era for live music has seen an endless proliferation of one-off festivals trying to establish a presence in what might be its most competitive time yet. Despite this, Portola has reigned supreme among its class of newcomers, and frankly, the competition isn’t even close. Nestled in-between San Francisco's infamous piers 79 and 81, this year Portola brings the chaos to Pier 80 alongside what may be its most stacked lineup yet.
TEST 9/8 Pasted from Word
September 8, 2025
The post-pandemic era for live music has seen an endless proliferation of one-off festivals trying to establish a presence in what might be its most competitive time yet. Despite this, Portola has reigned supreme among its class of newcomers, and frankly, the competition isn’t even close. Nestled in-between San Francisco's infamous piers 79 and 81, this year Portola brings the chaos to Pier 80 alongside what may be its most stacked lineup yet.
Jean Dawson Craves 'CHAOS NOW*'
October 7, 2022
“I've been trying to put this album into simple terms and sentences, but the more I try the harder it becomes."
thuy's ‘girls like me don’t cry’ Sees Her Confidently Wearing Her Heart on Her Sleeve
October 6, 2022
In her sophomore project, thuy readily accepts the pangs and wants of the heart.
AG Club Reintroduce Themselves Anew With ‘Impostor Syndrome’
September 19, 2022
AG Club doesn't play by the rules and they're better for it.
JAWNY's "adios" Is a Break-Up You Won't Mind Reliving
September 15, 2022
“adios” sees JAWNY reeling over the fallout of a relationship.
Fred Again.. Samples 070 Shake For “Danielle (smile on my face),” Announces ‘Actual Life 3’
September 14, 2022
Fred Again.. crafts music you can truly lose and find yourself in.
Hope Tala's "Leave It on the Dancefloor" Is an Open Invitation to Leave Your Worries Behind
August 29, 2022
"Leave it on the Dancefloor" is an intoxicating, easy-sipping cocktail of carefree bliss.
Beauty School Dropout's ‘We Made Plans & God Laughed’ Is a Culmination of a Lifelong Love For Rock
August 18, 2022
“We Made Plans & God Laughed is an ode to our hardships that we’ve faced as a band."
re6ce and nimstarr Link For the Effortlessly Infectious “come here”
August 11, 2022
The 16-year-old Liverpool artist unveils a track that is nigh impossible to put down.
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Stoop Lee Captures a Carefree Vibe on "Flintstones" [Premiere]
February 22, 2022
stoop makes music to soundtrack your golden Saturday mornings, no matter where or when you find yourself.
L Devine Is Born Again on 'Near Life Experience Part Two'
September 23, 2021
L Devine is a pop star in the making.
Oslo Ibrahim's "Baby Don't Let Me Go" Is the Perfect Summer Song
July 15, 2021
"Baby Don't Let Me Go" feels like giving yourself over to a tropical escape defined by idyllic sunsets and heartbreak.
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Hanne Mjà¸en Displays a Restrained Pop Grace on "Too Tired" [Premiere]
July 1, 2021
"Too Tired" is an infectious pop slowburn with all the power of an impassioned, striking ballad.
#NowWatching Playlist: 05-10-19
May 10, 2019
The best songs of the week, every week.
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Meet Mrley, the Artist Bringing His South London to the Masses [Q&A]
October 20, 2021
"I feel that as humans we need to physically connect more before a movement as strong as the punk era will ever exist again."
Sunflower Bean's 'King Of The Dudes' Doesn't Give a Fuck, and It Rocks
January 28, 2019
"It's reactionary, and a sharpened response to our times. Death, birth, aggression, addiction, and power."
NOT THE MAIN CHARACTERS Bottle Up Their Tears on the Iridescent "evian"
November 10, 2021
Whoever said less is more has clearly never listened to NOT THE MAIN CHARACTERS.
Ben Chandler Transforms Past Mistakes to Sonic Bliss on 'Unity'
September 24, 2021
<i>Unity</i> is a deeply human project, one unafraid to explore its main character's flaws.
Test 9/8 Number 2
September 8, 2025
The post-pandemic era for live music has seen an endless proliferation of one-off festivals trying to establish a presence in what might be its most competitive time yet. Despite this, Portola has reigned supreme among its class of newcomers, and frankly, the competition isn’t even close. Nestled in-between San Francisco's infamous piers 79 and 81, this year Portola brings the chaos to Pier 80 alongside what may be its most stacked lineup yet.