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.
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).
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-
Sabine McCalla- Sunshine Kisses
This song is from New Orleans artist Sabine McCalla‘s 2025 album, Don’t Call Me Baby.
She is opening for Lola Kirke at The Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever in Los Angeles on Thursday, 2/26/26.
Morgan Nagler- Orange Wine
This song by LA artist Morgan Nagler, released as a single in 2025, is on her debut album, I’ve Got Nothing to Lose, and I’m Losing It, releasing this March.
She is opening for Mount Eerie at Sid The Cat Auditorium on Friday, 2/20/26, in Pasadena.