Lifeguard- Under Your Reach
Every month I listen to the majority of bands and musicians who are playing in Los Angeles and select some for a monthly playlist. It includes a variety of genres and usually newer work by the artist.
This month’s playlist includes songs from IDK, White Reaper, Surfbort, Bassvictim, Thao, Natalie Bergman, lots of hands, and The Sols.
The song above is from Vancouver band Lifeguard‘s debut album, Ripped And Torn.
Below are March’s selections-
Saintseneca- You Have to Los Your Hat Someday
This song is from Saintseneca‘s 2025 album, Highwallow & Supermoon Songs.
They will be playing at Zebulon in Los Angeles on Thursday, 4/2/26 with Gladie.
The Recap returns with a focus on how artists and identity. While some create characters, obscure details, or in some way hide who they are, others find ways to overcome the identities imposed on them.
Posts from the website are included, as well as some new stuff I’ve found along the way.
Check it out here!
Emily Yacina- Talk Me Down
This song is from Emily Yacina‘s 2025 album, Veilfall.
She is opening for Skullcrusher at Lodge Room in Los Angeles on Wednesday, 3/25/26.
Jim E. Brown- The Queue at Greggs
Jim E. Brown describes himself as a 19-year-old alcoholic singer-songwriter from Didsbury, Manchester. Despite all evidence to the contrary, he is committed to the bit, as are his fans. There are rumors he may actually be a former animation filmmaker from Philadelphia named Max Marguiles, but Brown frequently denies this in interviews.
Like fellow Mancunian Morrissey, he’s fond of what the British refer to as moaning. His lyrics, filled with the miseries of his daily life, also include things associated with England like pub food, the bakery chain Greggs, and local supermarkets like ASDA. In addition to the music, he also writes books and makes short videos complaining about various things he finds out and about.
He is currently in Europe on his world tour.
Lala Lala- Does This Go Faster?
This song by LA based artist Lillie West’s Lala Lala was released as a single in 2025 and is on her 2026 album, Heaven 2.
She is playing at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles on Saturday, 3/21/26, with lots of hands.
Prewn- System
This song is from Prewn‘s 2025 album, System.
They are opening for Whitney at Lodge Room in Los Angeles on Friday and Saturday (3/13-14/26).
If you have time between flights at Philadelphia International Airport, in addition to the many artworks on view, you can also learn about some of Philadelphia’s musical history. An installation dedicated to the 50th Anniversary of the music label Philadelphia International Records is currently on display in Terminal A.
More from Art at PHL’s website–
Philadelphia is proud to be the home of the legendary label Philadelphia International Records (PIR) known for creating The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP). Songwriters and music producers Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, and Thom Bell nicknamed The Mighty Three, are referred to as the masterminds of the Black-owned label known for its unique sound and vision based on messages of love, peace, empowerment, pride, and strength.
Their prolific catalog includes more than 3,500 songs that include instantly recognizable hits like Ain’t No Stoppin’ Us Now, Back Stabbers, Don’t Leave Me This Way, Enjoy Yourself, For the Love Of Money, I Love Music, If You Don’t Know Me By Now, Lady Love, Love Train, Me and Mrs. Jones, TSOP (theme song for the national dance show Soul Train), Use Ta Be My Girl, You Make Me Feel Brand New, You’ll Never Find Another Love Like Mine, and When Will I See You Again. The list of artists that PIR wrote songs for and signed is extensive – Archie Bell & The Drells, Jean Carn, Phyllis Hyman, The Jacksons, The Jones Girls, Patti LaBelle, McFadden and Whitehead, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, MSFB, Billy Paul, Teddy Pendergrass, The O’Jays, Lou Rawls, The Stylistics, and The Three Degrees.
For more than five decades, PIR’s music has captivated people of all generations, from all over the world. With countless classics, international acclaim, and their continuing legacy, PIR has made an indelible contribution to the world of music and the City of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Records has several videos on Youtube detailing aspects of its history- including the one below.
For a little more history, Philadelphia musician, producer and author Questlove went to elementary school next door to the offices of Philadelphia International Records and writes about that experience here.
Afternoon Bike Ride- Miss Universe
This song is from Montreal-based band Afternoon Bike Ride‘s 2025 album Running With Scissors.
They are playing with spill tab at Lodge Room in Los Angeles on Saturday, 3/7/26.
Sudan Archives- DEAD
Every month I listen to the majority of bands and musicians who are playing in Los Angeles and select some for a monthly playlist. It includes a variety of genres and usually newer work by the artist.
This month includes songs by Midwife, Dead Tooth, Hannah Jadagu, DJ Haram, Blood Cultures, and Ye Vagabonds.
The song above is from Sudan Archives’ 2025 album, The BPM.
Below are February’s selections-