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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.
MICHELLE Has No "EXPIRATION DATE"
January 5, 2022
They say all good things must come to an end, but long live MICHELLE's effortless groove.
Michael Seyer Articulates the Asian American Immigrant Experience on "Little China Boy"
June 23, 2021
Despite its idyllic pacing, "Little China Boy" is yet another heartbreaking reminder of the immigrant reality.
easy life and Kevin Abstract Dream Up a Better World in “Dear Miss Holloway”
May 26, 2022
easy life and Abstract make for an idyllic match made in heaven.
Grady and Whethan Provide the Cinematic Score for Hookup Culture in "Only One"
January 11, 2019
"It's the theme music to casual hookup culture, where both parties involved would just rather only put their feet into relationships."
Kristiane's "Better on Your Own" Is Heartfelt Songwriting at Its Best
July 2, 2021
"Better on Your Own" is an individual heart-to-heart that takes on an air of the universal.
Tennyson Sets Out for a Welcomed Departure in "Wintersleep"
February 8, 2019
The poignant tenderness Tennyson instills in "Wintersleep" is akin to being wrapped in a warm blanket on a cold winter day.
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SWMRS - "Lose Lose Lose" [Live + Interview] | All Eyes On
March 26, 2019
Our gaze is fixed on these punk upstarts who are bringing a much-needed breath of fresh air to the genre.
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Rachel Wammack Takes Us Backstage at Her First Stagecoach [TOUR DIARY]
May 8, 2019
The future of country is female and you need look no further than Rachel Wammack for proof.
BLACKSTARKIDS Deliver a Y2K-Era Earworm With "Juno"
August 5, 2021
"Juno" speaks to a youthful malaise, the aimless feeling of trying your best to hold on to your childhood in the face of growing up.
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Abir - "Reunion" [Live] | All Eyes On
July 25, 2019
Fusing elements of dance-pop with powerful vocals reminiscent of Dua Lipa, Daya, and Alessia Cara, Abir performed a stripped-down rendition of "Reunion" from her debut EP.