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Few filmmakers have a story as wild and enduring as Troy Duffy’s. One of the most storied figures to emerge from the ’90s indie film scene, he was a Boston bartender turned filmmaker who exploded onto the landscape with “The Boondock Saints,” an uncompromising indie that defied the odds and went on to become one […]
Evan Husney has had one of the most intriguing career trajectories of our time, bringing audiences everything from cult-film oddities to powerful, iconic tales from the fringe. He first made waves in the cult-film world, rescuing and re-releasing forgotten gems like the martial-arts-meets-rock-’n’-roll fever dream “Miami Connection”, the long-lost Australian thriller “Wake in Fright”, and […]
Michael Jai White is a martial arts legend, actor, and filmmaker whose commanding presence and dynamic skills have electrified audiences for decades. Best known for iconic roles in films like Spawn, Black Dynamite, and The Dark Knight, White has built a career blending high-octane action with sharp wit and undeniable charisma. A black belt in […]
With over three decades of heartfelt songwriting, timeless hits, and an unshakable bond with their fans, Toad the Wet Sprocket remains one of the most enduring acts to emerge from the ’90s alternative rock boom. As they hit the road once again for their coast-to-coast Good Intentions 2025 Tour—joined on select dates by artists like […]
With her fearless delivery, raw honesty, and a stage presence that hits like a full-blown rock concert, Steph Tolev has carved out a lane all her own in the world of stand-up. But don’t mistake her Netflix debut “Filth Queen” for an overnight success—Tolev has spent years on the grind, from dingy clubs to packed-out […]
He’s as American as apple pie — and as Maryland as Old Bay. John Waters, the legendary filmmaker, author, and provocateur, is set to bring his latest one-man show, “The Naked Truth,” to the Avalon Theatre in Easton, Maryland, on Friday, May 9, 2025. The evening promises a wild ride through candid storytelling, razor-sharp wit, […]
Prepare to enter a world where myth, music, and raw emotion collide! Alt-rock band The Yagas, fronted by Oscar and Emmy-nominated actress Vera Farmiga, will unleash their debut full-length album, ‘Midnight Minuet,’ independently on Friday, April 25th. Alongside Farmiga, the New York-based five-piece features Renn Hawkey formerly of Deadsy (keys and production), Jason Bowman (drums), […]
Nearly 40 years since they first staked their claim on the Sunset Strip, LA Guns are still grinding — not coasting. Instead of leaning on legacy, guitarist Tracii Guns and frontman Phil Lewis are pushing forward with fire. Their latest album, “Leopard Skin” (out April 4, 2025 via Cleopatra Records), is proof. It’s their fifth […]
Felipe Esparza is the definition of a self-made comic—unapologetically real, brutally honest, and ridiculously funny. Born in Mexico and raised in East L.A., he navigated a rough upbringing before finding salvation in stand-up comedy. With no roadmap to success, he hustled his way through the L.A. comedy circuit, grinding through open mics, sneaking into free […]