Mother Soki performing at PhilaMOCA in Philadelphia, PA on April 15, 2026. All photos taken by Callie Fitzgibbon.
Wet Leg | Pomona
Wet Leg performing at Fox Theater in Pomona, CA on April 15, 2026. All photos taken by Jay Trinh.
Guilt Trip + Malevolence | New Kensington
Guilt Trip and Malevolence (with support from Chamber and Underneath) performing at Preserving Underground in New Kensington, PA on April 11, 2026. All photos taken by Kayla Kreller.
The Runarounds | Cincinnati
Bogart’s was the place to be on April 11th in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Runarounds rolled into Bogart’s for a sweaty, high energy stop on their Minivan Tour, delivering exactly the kind of electrifying indie-rock show their growing fanbase has come to expect.
Before the headliners took the stage, The Takes set the tone with a tight and surprisingly dynamic opening set. Blending indie, folk, and rock influences, their performance built gradually from mellow, atmospheric moments into fuller, driving choruses. By the end of their set, the early crowd had fully locked in, swaying and nodding along, clear evidence that The Takes weren’t just filler, but a strong complement to the night’s lineup.
As the lights dimmed and The Runarounds took the stage, the energy inside Bogart’s shifted instantly. The historic venue known for its intimate, packed in feel proved to be the perfect setting for the band’s sound, loud, punchy, and built for crowd connection.
From the first chord, the band leaned into their strengths: catchy melodies, driving rhythms, and an undeniable sense of momentum. Their live sound felt bigger and grittier than their studio recordings, with crunchy guitars and anthemic hooks that invited constant singalongs. Tracks like “Ghosts” hit especially hard, with fans shouting lyrics back at the stage as if it were already a longtime classic.
What stood out most was their stage presence. The band played with a kind of controlled chaos, tight musicianship underneath, but a loose, infectious energy on top. Between songs, they kept things casual and genuine, reinforcing the sense that this is a group still climbing, still hungry, and fully aware of the crowd growing with them.
By the end of the night, it was clear, this wasn’t just another tour stop. It felt like a band in the middle of a breakout, backed by a crowd that knew they were catching something on the rise.
Words and photos by Serina Epperson
Boys Like Girls | Philadelphia
Boys Like Girls (with support from I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME and Arrows in Action) performing at The Met in Philadelphia, PA on April 9, 2026. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Boogie T | St. Louis
Boogie T performing at The Sovereign in St. Louis, MO on April 10, 2026. All photos taken by Michelle Zigler.
Avery Cochrane | Philadelphia
Avery Cochrane performing at MilkBoy in Philadelphia, PA on April 9, 2026. All photos taken by Callie Fitzgibbon.
Fcukers | Vancouver
Fcukers performing at Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC on April 9, 2026. All photos taken by Ely Diaz.
Tortuga Music Festival | Fort Lauderdale
The Tortuga Music Festival, held annually in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is one of the most exciting and vibrant events in the world of live music, especially for fans of country, rock, and tropical beach music. It's held right on the beach, which provides an incredible backdrop for performances and sets the tone for the festival. Featuring a heavy lineup of every cowboy’s favorite honky tonk artists, Tortuga 2026 is back this year with a bang.
The festival has a laid-back yet high-energy vibe, making it a perfect mix for both music fans and beachgoers. You’ve got the ocean breeze, a sandy beach, and the occasional sunset, all of which create a relaxed yet lively party atmosphere. It’s a great place for those who want to enjoy live performances in an idyllic coastal setting.
Featuring a variety of country/beach festivities, Tortuga offers something for festival-goers from all walks of life seeking the purest country experience. Also, most importantly, promoting beach conservation in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Tortuga is also known for promoting sustainability. The festival has partnered with organizations like Rock The Ocean, which focuses on marine conservation, and often includes education on ocean preservation, adding a meaningful layer to the festivities beyond the music.
With a heavy-hitting lineup of country artists and some surprise variety-genre artists, Tortuga 2026 was peak country music festival vibes and proves why it remains the country’s premier festival to add to your bucket list. If you’re into a mix of country, rock, and tropical vibes, it’s an ideal spot to catch some of your favorite artists in a unique, outdoor setting. There’s often a relaxed, “festival meets beach vacation” where you can dance, chill, or just enjoy the great weather. If you’re looking for a festival that combines great music, an amazing beach vibe, and a chill atmosphere, Tortuga Music Festival is a solid choice. The unique setting makes it stand out from your typical festival, and the lineup always delivers. It’s definitely one for the books if you're into a mix of country, rock, and beach life!
Words and photos by Ryan-Samuel Borromeo
Bleed From Within | Millvale
Bleed From Within (with support from Sylosis, Great American Ghost, and Life Cycles) performing at Mr. Smalls Theatre in Millvale, PA on April 8, 2026. All photos taken by Kayla Kreller.
Winyah | Los Angeles
Winyah performing at The Echo in Los Angeles, CA on April 3, 2026. All photos taken by Kaylee Scott.
54 Ultra | El Paso
54 Ultra performing at Lowbrow Palace in El Paso, TX on April 3, 2026. All photos taken by Isaac Nunez.
Perfume Genius | New York City
On the fourth night of a short run of North American duo tour dates, Perfume Genius’ Mike Hadreas and partner Alan Wyffels graced the stage of The New York Society for Ethical Culture’s Adler Hall with support from local New York artist Dan English.
There’s a flourishing desire to utilize existing venues in new ways and host shows in intimate third spaces, with churches in particular becoming increasingly sought after. I think of the already reigning indie champion St. John’s Lutheran Church, the Greenpoint chapel in which artists such as Hayden Pedigo, Porches, and Cameron Winter have played.
This duo tour, which has the pair performing in churches, armories, and arts centers, was booked with a seemingly similar purpose of placing the music in a setting that allowed audiences to connect with the artists in a more intentional way. Adler Hall served the stripped-back show tenfold, charmingly rickety wooden pews and all.
Opener Dan English was a perfect fit for the show and the space. Rather than a full band set, English stayed true to form for this tour and played a bare-bones set as a duo with collaborator Madeline Leshner. Despite the minimalist setup, English’s fuzzy guitar and Leshner’s drifting flute reverberated from floor to tall, tall ceiling, filling the space with ease.
Lead single and first track from 2025’s Sky Record (via Vinegar Hill Sound Records), “Across My Jaw,” rang out early on into his set. What started as a vibrant and melodic romp gave way to textured guitar tones packed with a fervor on the verge of boiling over.
The show’s venue was the topic of a fair amount of endearing banter from both artists, with Dan English leading into his last song of the evening, “Wedding Song,” with “I wonder if it’s ethical to subject you to these songs of mine, but it’s what I gotta do, it’s my job today.”
Mike Hadreas then took to the stage with Alan Wyffels. They settled into their seats at their respective keyboards facing away from each other. Without any line of sight to one another, they began to play in perfect synergy, and their profound bond immediately became clear. These are songs and stories that run through both of their veins, songs and stories that have taken shape and taken hold in both of their hearts. How special it was to witness these two living their music together with such regard.
The music of Perfume Genius inherently invites you to be a participant in vulnerable moments in time, but hearing this duo live at Adler Hall felt less like an invitation and more like being guided hand-in-hand.
A personal highlight was hearing a hauntingly simple, slowed-down version of “On the Floor,” an otherwise upbeat and percussive track. Lyrics “How long till this washes away? / How long till my body is safe? / How long till I walk in the light? / How long till this heart isn’t mine?” rang out with a stark clarity, unencumbered and fully on display, finding new life and new form in the ears of even the most familiar.
It was exciting to see such a change of pace from Hadreas’ chair-ography that was so beloved from his tour of 2025 album Glory (via Matador Records), though he did comment how hard it was to try and remain still for this particular run of shows. “No Front Teeth” and “Full On” were the only tracks representing his latest album, with him opting instead for a focus on earlier tracks, quite a few of which were off Set My Heart on Fire Immediately and No Shape. “Die 4 You” was a standout from the latter, with its delicate, ghostly vocals and atmospheric accompaniment that blossomed in the space.
“Whole Life” saw the duo at its most stirringly electric, with Wyffels ripping arpeggios that layered perfectly with Hadreas’ silken tones. The night ended with Wyffels leaving the stage for a solo rendition of “Describe,” followed by an encore of “Alan.” For the finale of the night, “Learning,” the partners shared the Adler Hall stage one last time.
An immediate standing ovation was imminent, and as I stood in a room full of folks basking in just as much wonder as I was, I felt so grateful for nights like these. The pair that had led us with such care through the evening then released us all into the brisk and misty spring night with a new sense of serenity and connection to one another.
Words and photos by Maddie Barkocy
Quarters | Los Angeles
Quarters (with support from Telescreens and Charlie Burg) performing at The Regent Theater in Los Angeles, CA on April 2, 2026. All photos taken by Paula Romanowski.
The Ocho | Tallahassee
The Ocho (with support from Alcove) performing at 926 Bar & Grill in Tallahassee, FL on April 1, 2026. All photos taken by Josie Liederman.
Hunter Hayes | Ardmore
Hunter Hayes (with support from BLÜ EYES) performing at Ardmore Music Hall in Ardmore, PA on March 28, 2026. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Machine Girl | St. Louis
Machine Girl (with support from LustSickPuppy and The Mall) performing at Delmar Hall in St. Louis, MO on March 31, 2026. All photos taken by Michelle Zigler.
Nothing | Toronto
Nothing (with support from Violent Magic Orchestra, Cryogeyser, and Full Body 2) performing at The Opera House in Toronto, ON on March 30, 2026. All photos taken by Carly Boomer.
Ricky Montgomery | Brooklyn
Ricky Montgomery performing at Brooklyn Steel in Brooklyn, NY on March 28, 2026. All photos taken by Tabitha Collins.
Meldrop | Los Angeles
Meldrop performing at The Moroccan Lounge in Los Angeles, CA on March 27, 2026. All photos taken by Caitlin Allen.