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  • Joey Bada$$ Announces Dark Aura Tour w/ Rapsody & Ab-Soul, Bringing Lyrical Fire to North America

    Joey Bada$$ Announces Dark Aura Tour w/ Rapsody & Ab-Soul, Bringing Lyrical Fire to North America

    #UPDATE

    Joey Bada$$ has canceled his Dark Aura Tour

    In a sudden and disappointing turn, Joey Bada$$‘ highly anticipated “Dark Aura Tour,” has been reportedly cancelled.

    New York’s own Joey Bada$$ is set to ignite stages across North America with his Dark Aura Tour, a 25-date run kicking off October 16, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts, and wrapping up November 21, 2025, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The tour, named after his latest single “Dark Aura,” features hip-hop heavyweights Ab-Soul and Rapsody as special guests, promising a night of introspective lyricism and high-energy performances. With his forthcoming album Lonely at the Top dropping August 29, 2025, Joey is poised to make 2025 a defining year. Fans near Rochester, New York, will have several opportunities to catch this powerhouse trio at nearby stops.

    Joey Bada$$: From Pro Era Prodigy to Hip-Hop Luminary

    Born Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott, Joey Bada$$ emerged in 2012 with his debut mixtape 1999, a nod to East Coast rap’s golden era that showcased his lyrical skill at age 17. As a co-founder of the Pro Era collective, he blended raw storytelling with boom-bap beats. His albums B4.DA.$$ (2015) and 2000 (2022) cemented his status as a voice for conscious rap. Beyond music, Joey’s acting roles in Mr. Robot and Power Book III: Raising Kanan, along with his entrepreneurial and activist work, highlight his versatility. His upcoming album Lonely at the Top explores fame, isolation, and resilience, with singles like “Dark Aura” and “The Ruler’s Back” setting the tone. The Dark Aura Tour marks his first headlining run since 2022, joined by Ab-Soul’s cerebral rhymes and Rapsody’s poetic flow.

    Tour Highlights and Rochester-Area Shows

    The Dark Aura Tour hits major cities like Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Brooklyn, but fans in Rochester, New York, can catch the show at several nearby venues. The closest stops include:

    •  October 20, 2025 – Toronto, ON @ REBEL (approximately 85 miles from Rochester, a 1.5-hour drive across the border). This show at the vibrant REBEL venue brings Joey, Ab-Soul, and Rapsody to Canada’s hip-hop scene, making it the most accessible option for Rochester fans.

    •  October 21, 2025 – Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues Cleveland (approximately 225 miles from Rochester, a 3.5-hour drive). The intimate House of Blues will amplify the trio’s lyrical intensity, perfect for a road trip.

    •  October 22, 2025 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore (approximately 300 miles from Rochester, a 4.5-hour drive). This stop at the historic Fillmore Detroit offers a high-energy night for fans up for a longer drive.

    The Toronto show is the closest and most convenient for Rochester fans, though a valid passport is required for Canada.

    What to Expect

    The Dark Aura Tour promises a showcase of hip-hop’s lyrical core. Joey will likely perform tracks from Lonely at the Top alongside classics from 1999 and 2000. Ab-Soul, fresh off his 2022 album Herbert, brings philosophical depth, while Rapsody, a Grammy-winning lyricist, delivers poetic flows from works like Eve. This trio’s commitment to substance over flash makes the tour unmissable for hip-hop purists.

    Ticket Information

    Tickets are live via www.joeybadass.com or platforms like Ticketmaster. Tickets are expected to sell out fast, so Rochester fans should act quickly, especially for Toronto and Cleveland.

    Why This Tour Matters

    The Dark Aura Tour follows Joey’s struggles with label delays at Columbia Records, which pushed Lonely at the Top from its original August 1 release. His defiance shines in “Dark Aura,” produced by Chuck Strangers, with lines like, “Independent mindset, we ain’t f**kin’ with the majors.” Paired with Ab-Soul and Rapsody, this tour celebrates hip-hop’s authenticity. Rochester fans, grab tickets early for a night of raw lyricism—whether in Toronto, Cleveland, or Detroit. Follow @joeybadass on Instagram and X for updates.

  • The Wrecks open up for New Politics Lost in Translation Tour (review, photos, video)

    Only Black Kid stops by The Fillmore Silver Spring to watch New Politics, The Wrecks and The Dreamers walk on top of crowd, backflip off drumsets and more at the “Lost in Translation” tour.

    New Politics has devoted fans that hold them up literally.

    Covering two concerts in two days in Silver Spring, Maryland; Monday night, we found ourselves, Only Black Kid – amongst an audience of 600 headbangers as Danish rock band New Politics played The Fillmore Silver Spring – which has a 3,000 max capacity – in part of their “Lost In Translation” tour which is to promote their latest album release of the same title.

    New Politics lead vocalist and frontman David Boyd was in peak performer mode. Whether Boyd was backflipping off bandmates Louis Vecchio’s drumset, walking on top of the crowd’s hands while singing “Everywhere I go,” or break dancing during band’s guitarist Søren Hansen guitar instrumental; the content crowd remained focused on living in the moment and focusing on who was there with them and not who wasn’t.

    A lineup that continued to build from the opening act to the headliner; alternative bands The Wrecks and The Dreamers got the party going early.

    The Wrecks were the first act to take the stage and their energetic opening performance set the tone for the night. Eccentric frontman and lead singer, Nick Anderson, bounced on and off the stage to perform with the fans on the barriers as the five-piece band performed tracks from their “Panic Vertigo – EP.” Despite being the first act on the bill, The Wrecks received a positive crowd reaction during their set, getting the audience to sing  during songs “Favorite Liar,” “James Dean” and “Turn it Up.”

    An energy you can not re-live unless you were there to witness it for yourself; the three bands remained enthusiastic and never failed to bring energy to the stage. What opening acts The Wreckers and The Dream lacked in stage design and lights compared to New Politics, they attempted to make up in energy and spirit. However, when you have a 40-year-old Boyd moving the way he did without breaking a hip, all the rising artist could do is sit back and enjoy New Politics as they progress through their touring circuit.

    By OBK

  • Interview: SuicideGirls founder Missy Suicide talks feminism vs exploration, posting nudes, keeping vison of company alive

    A rocker girl is a person with beauty and their own thoughts. They do not seek approval from other people, but only from themselves. Though, their style is out there, they have a unique look and fashion. They are beautiful, funny and smart. If you have any FUCKING mind at all — do NOT, and I repeat — DO NOT make them angry. — Urban Dictionary

    Don’t forget the booze! Rocker girls love booze.

    Transcending from our computer screens into the nation’s capital —SuicideGirls.com have hit the road to share their sexy talents and unique body modifications and will be bringing their one-of-a-kind Blackheart Burlesque show to the Howard Theatre, Friday, March 30, in part of their 31-date North American tour.

    Showtime is scheduled for 8PM and tickets may be purchased online at blackheartburlesque.com.

    The Blackheart Burlesque is a product of SuicideGirls.com. SuicideGirls.com is a moderated pinup girl website — think Bettie Page with tattoos and piercing — that host beautiful nude images of tattooed and pierced girls. A community site since 2001 —SuicideGirls.com was created so like-minded women could come together, meet people, make friends and be supportive of each other; all while sharing their nudes and not have to worry about jerks in the comments.

    The SuicideGirls are a movement that started when it was uncommon for women to have tattoos and piercings all over their body while posing nude on the internet and social media platforms. I had the opportunity to chat with the founder of SuicideGirls.com, Missy Suicide to discuss the Blackheart Burlesque tour, feminism vs exploration, keeping the original vision of company alive and more.

    What is the Blackheart Burlesque tour?

    Missy Suicide is the co-founder of online community SuicideGirls.com (SuicideGirls.com)

    The Blackheart Burlesque tour is a pop culture-themed burlesque show — each member is themed out to represent your favorite comic book, TV show, movie, video game or book character. It’s very pop culture relevant — like Pokemon you have to catch all the references.

    It’s super fun and has an amazing soundtrack. The girls are all highly trained dancers and they’re all different and unique and beautiful. When they get up on stage, they just radiant this confidence and joy and love. It’s a beautiful thing to watch and to witness — seeing how the audience reacts and seeing how the girls take that in and give it back to them.

    The show is a once in a lifetime sort of experience. You have to go experience it live. It contains your life, literally. We’ve had couples who met at the show and got married. There are girls who are now a part of the tour who started as audience members. It’s really a beautiful and unique sort of experience. I really can’t stress enough how much love and energy, focus, fun, silliness, and sexiness you’re going to see.

    What kind of music is played during the shows?

    There is everything from The Black Keys to Kendrick Lamar and The Knife. It’s a pretty eclectic soundtrack but all the songs are amazing. Even the K-pop song; everyone is going to be jumping to it.

    How are the girls chosen to be in the Blackheart Burlesque show?

    Everyone auditions. They are all suicide girls on the website or hopefuls. They all audition because they have to be able to shake and shimmy.

    Do you work with the dancers on a personal level?

    When the girls are in the rehearsal process a lot of them are not from Los Angeles — they are from all over — so they end up staying at the [SuicideGirl] house. I get to know them and get to hang out with them. The girls that are from Los Angeles — that have been a part of the tour for five years — it’s really amazing to get to know them and help them grow and flourish into the best they can be.

    Our choreographer [Liyrc] started out as a dancer on the tour. She didn’t get chosen to go on the Australian tour — which was the first tour she auditioned for — but she stuck with it and kept rehearsing. Now she’s the choreographer and working on her own stuff in Arizona and growing her own business. I’m just so proud of her and excited to see what she can create and do.

    How did the website translate into other ventures; movies, comic books, vape pens, tours and more?

    It’s really been a journey. I took the idea of creating a space where my friends could be appreciated for being the beautiful unique people that they were and created a website around it. In creating that website, I thought what else interested me: books, movies, burlesque tour and TV shows and other sorts of things.

    I feel really lucky to have been able to create a space and a world that is accepting of what I want to do in the world and what I would want to see. It has also allowed other women to create their own space in the world and make a living out of doing what they love.

    It’s been one of those things where if you open a door and walk through, more doors have to open up.

    Three years ago we had a conversation about you breaking the SuicideGirls into reality television. Any updates?

    I have a meeting tomorrow so let’s hope it goes well. It’s crazy that it’s been three years and I’m still working it and still trying to get it. It will happen eventually.

    Everything takes time. Do you have an ideal situation you would prefer to present it on?

    I feel like it’s changed. I feel like if it was three-years ago, it would be network TV. But now I feel like going to a Netflix, Amazon or streaming service would be better. We will see what happens.

    Hopefully, you bringing it up is the charm!

    Over the course of time — when things didn’t go particularly how you may have wanted them – what have you used personally for motivation to keep going? 

    For me personally, it’s been the girls. People are finally starting to come around to the original vision that I had: that women bodies are beautiful and not shameful and something we have to hide. That you can be feminist and proud of your body. Every time that I go to a show there are people there that talk about how it changed their life and what it means to them. That to me is super amazing and humbling.

    By OBK STAFF

  • Walk of the Earth ends US leg of 2018 tour with sold out family affair at Fillmore Silver Spring (review,photos)

    Canadian rock band Walk off the Earth close out their first headlining US tour in three-years with a sold out show at The Fillmore Silver Spring.

    While Canadian rock band Walk off the Earth has built their name thanks to viral videos of them remixing popular songs on their 2.9 million subscribers’ YouTube channel, the group’s ability to produce music videos and bring them to life while on tour has helped set them apart from your typical cover band.

    Ending the US leg of their 2018 tour with a sold-out show at The Fillmore Silver Spring, I found myself – The Only Black Kid – partying with a majority-white all-age 3000-person audience, as Walk off the Earth made their way back to Silver Spring, Maryland for the first time in three years.

    A venue special to the group; members Sarah Blackwood and Gianni Luminati informed me during an interview, prior to the show, that in 2014 the venue was their first-ever sold-out headlining show in America.

    Taking a risk in an uncontrolled environment – built around bringing their corky yet creative D.I.Y. videos, which have garnered multi-million views on YouTube, to a live show – Walk off the Earth’s stage set is one giant circus. Whether there was 5 peeps playing 1 guitar at the same time during the cover of Gotye’s “Somebody That I Use To Know,” plastic pipes slamming against a table to create a baseline during their cover of Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You,” or giants balloons floating on top of the crowd as wacky waving inflatable arm-flailing tube men blew erratically on both sides of the stages during Outkast’s “Hey Ya!,” Walk of the Earth kept the audience on their toes, blending genres to fit their custom sound.

    Walk of the Earth does an impressive job at multitasking and allowing each member to have their own shine while still keeping the best interest of the band. During performances of original songs – “Taekwondo” and “Nomad,” – the band cuts back on visual effects, allowing the crowd to focus on their singing and harmonizing skills.

    Meet and greet ticket holders had the opportunity to witness a raw, stripped down version of the band prior to the show. Gathering around the five-piece band to participate in a campfire type singalong, Walk of the Earth performed an acoustic pre-show jam session before having an intimate Q&A session with the audience; all while Blackwood and Luminati’s seven-month-old infant played peacefully on daddy’s lap as strangers stared at him and took pictures.

    Blackwood, Luminati, Marshall, Cassidy, and Taylor are a gang of rhythm. More than 2,500 people – ranging from toddlers to elderly – gathered as the Canadian band provided great music over festive effects to end the US leg of their 2018 tour. Walk off the Earth does not come around here very often, but it is a treat when they do.

    By OBK

  • Rhye brings their spin of R&B to soldout 9:30 Club in Washington DC (review)

    When it comes to the popular R&B artists out of Canada, Toronto’s Milosh may not be high on the popularity radar however with his vocal abilities he should not be left of the most talented list.

    Monday night I found myself – Only Black Kid – in 9:30 Club with a largely white audience as Milosh’s R&B musical project, Rhye, made their way to Washington D.C. in part of their three-country tour.

    A visual that Rhye keep mysterious throughout the show, the group opened up their set performing an interpolation of debut LP record “3 Days.” Forcing the music out in front of the six-piece band’s physical presence, Rhye hid behind a gloomy purple lighted shadow, that remained dark during the group’s hour-long setlist.

    Rhye’s setlist included a balance of slow-tempo records – “Major Minor Love,” “Stay Safe” and “Waste” – that allowed couples to get mushy and be romantic in the packed crowd, and with a few key upbeat records – “Open” and “Last Dance.- the band provided the ambience for patrons to hold hands and dance the night away.

    Milosh’s vocal ability was at peak during Rhye’s acoustic guitar performance of “Song For You.” With the band giving Milosh space to shine, one could hear the surge of emotion in the singer’s voice, resembling an energy and sound to Sade’s “Love Deluxe.”

    The balance of uptempo and slow-tempo records allowed Rhye to keep control of the audience, however Milosh’s subtle acknowledgment of the crowd made the show very impersonal; hearing only from Milosh when he requested for two photographers to stop their conversation in the photo pit and when he gave a very bland story of the last time he performed in the city and how it was cold outside midwinter.

    While we should not attempt to box ideas into a single category, and rather enjoy them at face value, it is difficult not to consider the majority of what Rhye was performing as soft rock. At times, paying no homage to the general conscious of the R&B genre and its originators, Rhye’s sound during cuts from their latest album “Blood” lacked substance, and exemplified an artist attempting to remain safe while gentrifying sexy soulful singing and a strong backbeat to fit a fanbase moved by internet-driven trends. An artist attempting to recreate black music for people who shop at Whole Foods.

    By OBK

  • George Clinton, The Parliament Funkadelic at Howard Theatre (review, photos)

    Accompanied by the Parliament Funkadelic, George Clinton made his way to The Howard Theatre for a mature party that the old-school music crowd truly enjoyed.

    While George Clinton is old enough to be my grandfather, I don’t think I would be safe leaving my girlfriend around the spirited 76-year-old at the family picnic.

    At least not if I expected her to feel about me the same way and not be drawn to him.

    Accompanied by the Parliament Funkadelic, George Clinton made his way to The Howard Theatre for a mature party that the old-school music crowd truly enjoyed.

    Performing for more than two hours, Mr. Clinton used his legacy and his household name to help introduce a new era of talent and sound.

    Hip to what’s going on today, Mr. Clinton took the time out during his show to pay homage to today’s hip-hop culture, covering Big Sean’s “IDFWU” and Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow.” Moving with rhythm to the beat alongside the younger generation members of the Parliament Funkadelic, Mr. Clinton went deep into his dance bag, showing he was still very agile and broke out into the “Swag Surfin’” dance move.

    Serving as a coach, Mr. Clinton allowed the members of the Parliament Funkadelic to run the show as he played hyped man.

    While the newer generation members in the group got the party going, the elder estates provided the highlights of the night. 

    Greg Thomas provided the night with multiple saxophone solos, including a rendition of  “The Pink Panther Theme Song.” Guitarist Dewayne “Blackbyrd” Knight proved to be the real MVP. Through his multiple solos, Mr. Knight helped show that while Parliament Funkadelic is evolving with the times and looking to stay relevant in a new cultural climate, the classical funk vibes will not die in the process. A great illustration of what the night had to offer.

    By OBK

  • Third Eye Blind celebrates 20th year anniversary with ‘Fall of the Summer Gods’ tour at Fillmore Silver Spring (review, photos, video)

    On tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of their self-titled debut album, Third Eye Blind made their way to the Fillmore Silver Spring for “Fall of the Summer Gods” tour.

    By OBK

    SILVER SPRING, MARYLAND —

    When you are 20 years into the game you can do what you want!

    “We were only supposed to tour Europe. We should be in the studio right now,” Stephan Jenkins said during Third Eye Blind’s sold out “Fall of the Summer Gods” tour stop at The Fillmore Silver Spring Tuesday night.

    On tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of their self-titled debut album, Third Eye Blind performed newer material as well as their beloved past tracks which helped make the 90’s awesome.

    Lead by 52-year-old lead signer Mr. Jenkins, the five-piece band, which homes two original members, got the night going with the first track of Third Eye Blind: Losing a Whole Year, with the band lit in minimum light, allowing fans to focus on lyrics, vocal and instrumental ability.

    Third Eye Blind at Filmore Silver Spring

    Hiding within the stage set; the group followed up with “Red Star,” “Narcolepsy,” and “Faster” before beaming the stage and audience with blue smoke lights and performing “Wounded” and “1000 Julys.”

    A testament to how the group has managed to create timeless music and stay relevant with newer music showed with the diverse age range of ticket holders, expanding more than three generations of listeners.

    While the first side of the debut project was the clear highlights of the night, Mr. Jenkins thanked the audience for enjoying the band as a whole and not just their big hits, pulling songs from their 2016 project “We Are Drugs” and their 2015 album “Dopamine.

    “If you’re here now, that means you are here because you love us.  Thank you for loving us,” said Mr. Jenkins during the extended instrumental interlude of “Semi-Charmed Life,” which transitioned the audience from head nodding into a rhythmic sing-along. ” I mean what I’m saying right now. This is the fall tour. We are not even supposed to be on tour this fall. We are not even supposed to be here right now. This is all just a gift, for us.”

    A nostalgic gift that Third Eye Blind has earned for providing the soundtrack to the party.

    The Setlist

    “Losing A Whole Year”

    “Red Star”

    “Narcolepsy”

    “Faster”

    “Wounded”

    “1000 Julys”

    “Semi-Charmed Life”

    “Company of Strangers”

    “Dopamine”

    “Graduate”

    “Back to Zero”

    “London”

    “Blinded”

    “Motorcycle” (Acoustic)

    “Crystal Baller” (Acoustic)

    “Jumper” (Acoustic)

    “Never Let You Go”

    “God of Wine

  • Concert review: Chris Brown brings ‘One Hell of a Night’ tour to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre

    Concert review: Chris Brown brings ‘One Hell of a Night’ tour to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre

    Watching clips of Chris Brown dance  on Instagram is one thing but seeing it live up close and personal is another. The 26-year-old singer-songwriter made his way to Tampa Friday night, when he brought his star studded “One Hell of a Tour” to a rainy MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre where he hosted an ultra lit party featuring a vast amount of special guest.

    Brown’s vocals are highly underrated and after a highly uptempo start to his set list 14,000 screaming Team Breezy fans got to experience the Virginia native’s diversity.

    While at times it seemed as if Brown was holding back on stage and not giving it his all during the dancing choreography (based on performances I have watched of his at music awards) it still amazes me how he can out perform more than 90 percent of artist out touring.

    Do to bad timing and failure to check my email in time, I missed the opening act sets from rappers Kid Ink, Fetty Wap and Omarion. Luckily, Brown invited Fetty Wap and Kid Ink back on stage to join him on stage during his set to perform alongside him and his “special guest” French Montana.

    By the end of the night, Brown seemed to get lost in the mix just enjoying the vibe, as he and all the supporting acts shared the stage creating an ultra lit environment.

    On top of improving his dancing and singing skills over the years, Brown had drastically enhanced ability to rhyme over beats, whether or not he is writing the verses himself. Closing the night out with French Montana’s new single “Moses,” alongside Atlanta rap group The Migos, you could sense the feeling that Brown was more excited to give his friends a large platform to showcase their skills rather than be greedy, hog the spotlight himself and use the tour as a way to prepare for an upcoming release of his own.

    With all the things that he has been through in the past, and his current custody battle situation, it’s good to see that he has an outlet to help him take his mind off things. Even if it is only for One Hell of a Night.

  • Interview: Pete Bernhard of The Devil Makes Three

    Whether their defying the traditional formation of a rock ensemble, or crossing over multiple genres to create their own unique sound; indie-band The Devil Makes Three is any thing from your normal group.

    The Devil Makes Three (TDM3) ーguitarist and vocalist Pete Bernhard, bassist Lucia Turino, and guitarist and tenor banjo player Cooper McBean ー is a fully string band that blends multiple genres: blues, ragtime, rockabilly, country, punk. Yes, you did read that right; a punk influenced band with no percussionist. And according to Bernhard they do not plan on changing that anytime soon.

    “We actually started with a drummer who sang and was a contributing songwriter and singer,” said Bernhard in an email with the Voice. “When he started a family early on in the bands career, I think 2004, he left and we just could replace him. We found we could get by without him and have been doing so ever since.

    “That said, we often add fiddle, lap steel, harmonica and other players to our albums and live shows as well. We’re not worried about it only being the three of us on stage or on the records; but we don’t think that drums are always necessary to get people up on their feet.”

    All members of The Devil Makes Three are originally from Vermont, however the group was formed and is based out of Santa Cruz, California ー when all members wound up moving there for different reasons.

    Despite TDM3 latest project “I’m A Stranger Here,” released October 2013, which they worked with Buddy Miller, the group had never worked with a producer. Prior to that project The Devil Makes Three approached every project with the DIY attitude and self-produced everything solely by themselves.

    The Devil Makes Three is currently on a fall headlining tour with support from The Cave Singers. The tour stops in Orlando on Oct. 23, with a show at The Social.

    In the interview, excerpts from which are below, Pete Bernhard discusses working with Buddy Miller ー the band’s progress and fame since debuting in 2002 ー their latest album “I’m a Stranger Here,” and how he thinks this is the The Devil Makes Three’ best project to-date.

    Q: What were some inspirations for writing songs for the latest album “I’m Stranger Here”?

    A: Being a stranger almost everywhere I go was the initial inspiration for the song. After that the song is about how music can last long after the death of the writer and that in a way art can make a person immortal. Some of my favorite songs were written by songwriters we are long long dead and yet people still cover them. In a sense I think this might be what we’re all after. Thus the line “I’m cheating death, i jump the grave”.

    Q: Was it intimidating working with Buddy Miller on the latest album?

    A: Not at all Buddy is a very cool and approachable person. It was just as though he joined the band as a forth member for an album. We were nervous at first as we are all used to self producing but there was no reason for it. We had a great time working with Buddy.

    Q: Do you feel this is your best work?

    A: I do feel that way. It was the most fun we have had in the studio and I hope that comes out in the listening.

    Q: How do you feel about the band’s progress with fame and touring?

    A: We have always had a slow rise in our group and I wouldn’t have it any other way. We have fans who have been with us for 10 years and I am so proud of that. We started as a 100% DIY operation and have grown into what we are today. We have no one to thank but our fans for our success.

    Q: What’s your thoughts on when someone tries to categorize your music?

    A: We try to avoid categorization when ever possible. As Captain Beefheart once said: “The bottle I come in doesn’t have a label.” I think music is categorized in order to be sold, sorted and understood. But you don’t have to understand music to enjoy it.

    We like music from so many different styles, we combine them at will and what you hear is the result of that unholy union.

    The Devil Makes Three with The Cave Singers. Thursday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m., The Social, 54 N Orange Ave, Orlando, 407-246-1419, thesocial.org $20.

    By OBK

  • Soko talks new music, thrifting, acting career, more (interview)

    Soko will be performing as an opening act for Foster the People’s concert at the Hard Rock Live, Saturday, Oct. 18.

    From teeny-boppers to Oscar winners, nothing is ever enough for celebrities these days.

    Over the years we have witnessed many actors attempt to add the title rock star to their entertainment resume; some in hope to gain a new fan base, and others to show their already loyal following another side of their personality. For French singer-actress Soko, it was more so she could have a better creative outlet that would make her feel self content, as well as one where she could work on her own schedule.

    “I thought that acting and waiting for people to value you enough to give you a chance to prove that you’re OK at it was the most boring thing ever,” she said in a recent interview when discussing her reasons to venture into music at this part of her career.

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    I thought that acting and waiting for people to value you enough to give you a chance to prove that you’re OK at it was the most boring thing ever.

    — Soko

    It’s no secret that the Bordeaux, France born star is a very busy individual. In addition to acting and singing, she also directs her own music videos and is constantly on the look out to find new clothing items.

    To date, Soko has appeared in more than 10 films, including a performance in Spike Jonze’s Oscar winning film “Her,” as the voice of Isabella. She released her debut studio album, “I Thought I Was an Alien,” in 2012. Throughout the catchy 15-track project, we experience Soko’s dark, vulnerable, seductive and honest persona, over crisp vocals, laced with delicate guitar picking; someone you would enjoy hanging out with but would be on the edge of getting into a relationship with because you’d never would know if she wanted to kiss you or stab you at any given time. The album contained the single “We Might Be Dead By Tomorrow,” which appears in the “First Kiss” viral video. (If you watch closely you will notice that she is also one of 20 strangers kissing for the first time in the experiment.)

    By OBK