Contributor's Note: Welcome to the brand new Scholastic Perspectives where "We Gon' Learn." In this "Highlight Reel" edition, we took a few minutes to talk to Toronto artist Jon Stancer about climate change and the Toronto music scene along with a tinge on mental health awareness. In his work, Jon created a song that will … Continue reading (Highlight Reel): An Educator Looks at JON STANCER and his Pedagogy on Climate Change and Toronto Music Scene
(Concert Therapy Reviews): “Drugs In California” Tour featuring TRANSVIOLET Live at Studio B at Skyway Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota (10/4/2021)
It was a beautiful Sunday night in Minneapolis packed with just incredible music and a lovely atmosphere in my second hometown. Transviolet headlined the "Drugs In California" tour with Lorelei Marcell and an exclusive opening set performance by local Minneapolis garage punk band Vial. Personally, I love it when a local band gets an opportunity … Continue reading (Concert Therapy Reviews): “Drugs In California” Tour featuring TRANSVIOLET Live at Studio B at Skyway Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota (10/4/2021)
(Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 130): Indie Rockers FORTY FEET TALL
https://open.spotify.com/show/1VCeiWQrsRrN0HvUkeS686?si=AgiTSyhERtyXOQvvQubfmA&dl_branch=1 Contributor's Note: Portland, Oregon indie-rock band Forty Feet Tall joined Bryan on the 130th episode of Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast. They get into the episode and talk about Portlandia and the stereotypes being from Oregon and Portland in particular. Bryan compares Forty Feet Tall to The Strokes and Envy On The Coast. They … Continue reading (Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 130): Indie Rockers FORTY FEET TALL
(Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 129): STARS HOLLOW
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1tz9PkZ7dwMGChdUHhro5p?si=w6zq5ExHT0eMLyPv2g-QVA&dl_branch=1 Contributor's Note: Des Moines indie rock band Stars Hollow joins Bryan on the 129th episode of Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast. They talk about their latest record entitled "I Just Want To Live My Life" which is available on all digital streaming platforms. Stars Hollow is based out of Des Moines, Iowa and they … Continue reading (Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 129): STARS HOLLOW
(Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 126): Ian Cruz of EASY BEACH
Contributor's Note: Ian Cruz of Michigan indie band Easy Beach joins Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast for the 126th episode. This podcast is brought to you by the Pleasant Underground, which is a DIY house venue out of Ferndale, Michigan, which has actual lights and a fog machine for upstart bands in the indie scene. … Continue reading (Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 126): Ian Cruz of EASY BEACH
(Exclusive Premiere + Mental Health Conversation): “Lines” by EL MODERNIST
Editor's Note: Today, El Modernist will be releasing their single "Lines", and they're premiering it with us on Madness To Creation! Here is what the band said about "Lines:" “A modern take on New Wave, "Lines" by El Modernist encapsulates raw, angular rock riffs with upbeat percussive grooves. The simple yet universal lyrics about the … Continue reading (Exclusive Premiere + Mental Health Conversation): “Lines” by EL MODERNIST
(Mental Health Conversations) Madness To Creation Podcast Season 2 Ep. 16: Jim Gwynn of JIP
Editor's Note: Jim Gwynn of Chicago indie rock band JIP joined the Madness To Creation Podcast to talk about the band's legacy out of Chicago, making comedy music, and how he had a plethora of celebrities react to JIP's music as of late. This was a hilarious conversation but also a meaningful and poignant discussion … Continue reading (Mental Health Conversations) Madness To Creation Podcast Season 2 Ep. 16: Jim Gwynn of JIP
(Premiere) JACQUELINE LOOR Proclaims “I’m Done With You” to Toxic Traits
Sometimes we need to walk away from the negativity and toxicity in our lives does wonders for our mental health and soul. Sometimes we need space to learn about ourselves. For example, reflect and evaluate how and why you got into a messy relationship and then once you figure that out, learn what to do … Continue reading (Premiere) JACQUELINE LOOR Proclaims “I’m Done With You” to Toxic Traits
(Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 122): COMMON NONSENSE
Contributor's Note: Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast is sponsored by 2 Foot Parade Records. Listen to bands like Almost Made The Mixtape and Friendship Village on 2 Foot Parade Records. Also email Bryan Porter at invitetheneighbors@gmail.com if you're interested in being on the podcast. On the 122nd episode of Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast, Bryan … Continue reading (Invite The Neighbors DIY Podcast Ep. 122): COMMON NONSENSE