issue 395

Elvia shares her fashion influences, pop culture inspirations and more

Elvia is an artist—in every sense of the word. But in addition to her bare-bones approach to creating music with her partner Idris Vicuña (professionally known as Eyedress), she’s also a dedicated mother, clothing designer, visionary and more. With a handful of songs to her name, including “COTTON CANDY SKIES,” the gentle ballad she penned […]

Meet twin duo Softcult and hear their brand-new track "Spit It Out"

Mercedes and Phoenix Arn-Horn are the yin and yang to one another—and it has absolutely nothing to do with their coincidentally dark and light hair colors. The twins credit a creative “synergy” while working in tandem and have forged their own musical journey reminiscent of their influences, but with a more confident and optimistic perspective […]

Shapel Lacey perfectly weaves the DIY attitude into his comedy work

Shapel Lacey, an L.A. by way of Arizona stand-up comedian, is a true-to-form alternative fan. Onstage and behind podcast mics, he never shies away from sharing his love of Oasis, Rancid and beyond, knowing full well that acts such as these inform his whole life and art form.  Lacey may have come to your attention […]

The Marías release their captivating second single "Un Millón"—listen

Los Angeles transplant the Marías have released their sultry new single “Un Millón” from their forthcoming debut album Cinema. While “Un Millón” is only the second track from the group’s pending record, Cinema is due via Nice Life Recording Company/Atlantic Records on June 25 and will mark their first release with the major label.  While […]