Blacklight Findings

Art Boutiki Reopening Show

By Tara Singh On Saturday, June 28, many familiar faces congregated for the grand re-opening of the SLG Art Boutiki. Many have considered the former downtown location as the best local venue in San Jose. However, the venue’s new and spacious site at 44 Race St., though no longer downtown, is arguably even better. This … Continue reading →

Radio Promotion Companies-Is my band ready?

A few close friends recently asked my opinion on working with a radio promotion company. It’s a hard question to tackle because each band is its own unique position so there’s no specific answer. Based on where the band is and what specifically they’d like to do next it can be an option to pursue … Continue reading →

Playlist: The Complete BFD 2013 Mix

Live 105’s BFD is back on Sunday, May 19 at the Shoreline Amphitheater this year. Live 105 brings together brand new bands and DJs that are trending whilst mixing in a few 90’s alternative picks. Listen to the mix below via 8Tracks, featuring all artists that were announced on Monday, March 25.

Album Review: Stories in Braille

San Jose’s indie rock band, Stories in Braille, release a new album tomorrow, titled Death // Compromise. Its been two years since they’ve released an album, Here Is Love. They are finally back and ready to share their new songs. Death // Compromise is still fairly consistent with Stories in Braille’s ambiatic style, but they … Continue reading →

Tumbleweed Wanderers release new track ‘Worn Down Welcome’

Oakland’s rising soul folk band, Tumbleweed Wanderers, released a new song, ‘Worn Down Welcome’, this past Wednesday. The song begins with a more mellow folk-rock style, with a warm swing touch in the center. Definitely a light-hearted fun tune not to pass up on by these guys, who playfully label themselves as a “hair folk” … Continue reading →

PK changes name to Night Riots

Night Riots (formerly known as PK), an alternative rock band from San Luis Obispo, are a huge favorite in the underground Bay Area music scene. Last Monday, February 11th, the band announced that they would be changing their name due to copyright infringements, then released their new name two days later. Night Riots is currently … Continue reading →

Curious Quail’s Newest Member: Erin

About two weeks back at SLG Art Boutiki & Gallery, San Jose’s Curious Quail unveiled their 7th band member – Erin Whitworth. Erin is an expert at working in the Bay Area music scene. Many know her from being the violinist of the former Please Do Not Fight. Erin is an accomplished violinist and pianist … Continue reading →

Rockage 2.0 is coming

San Jose has started recently to birth more music festivals. One coming into its second year is Rockage, hosted by Grand Fanali Presents. Rockage is a three-day festival that features indie, chiptune, and retro gaming all together. A new culture of music has been trending to appeal to gamers and music lovers alike – chiptune, … Continue reading →

Album Release: As We Pictured by Brooke D.

Local favorite songwriter and beatboxer Brooke D. has digitally released her 6th album, As We Pictured. A one-woman a capella-style musician, Brooke D. writes bittersweet songs that evoke attention combined with her melodic, R&B styled voice. Blending together a unique twist of soul and folk into her songs, her beats are completely memorable that will … Continue reading →