music

Oct 2022 15

Lamb of God & Killswitch Engage Bring the Metal to Fresno

2022 Articles, Music, Steven Sanchez

by Steven Sanchez

This past year, ever since events have been taking place since the pandemic lockdown lifted, there hasn’t been too many options for the metalhead crowd in the Central Valley for live entertainment. Then lo and behold, on Tuesday, October 4, at Selland Arena, the prayers of local headbangers was answered when Lamb of God, Killswitch Engage, along with Motionless in White and Fit For An Autopsy came to town and tore the stage up. This breed of metal is known for its dark themes and ear pulsing beats, so it was fitting that this show took place in the beginning of October to kickstart the Halloween season.

Apr 2022 2

Fresno Music Academy & Arts Opens Second Location

2022 Articles, Education, Lorie Lewis Ham, Music

by Lorie Lewis Ham

Fresno Music Academy & Arts, which is currently located in the Tower District, is opening a second location in Fresno! We took a moment to chat with owner Debi Ruud about FMAA and about this exciting expansion! She and husband, John Alden, manage the schools.

Mar 2022 12

Rogue Festival Reviews: Return of the Son of One Hit Wonders

2022 Articles, Music, Rogue Festival, Terrance V. Mc Arthur

by Terrance McArthur

One Hit Wonders—Bands that had one song that you heard every time you turned on the radio…and then you never heard from them again. The Excursions assembled almost forty of them for their Return of the Son of One Hit Wonders Rogue show. They can’t play all of them in an hour, but they pick and choose a collection of about twenty of them for each show, and each performance has a different mix.

Mar 2022 10

Rogue Festival Reviews: Jaguar Is a Liar/Thinking Out Loud/Blood Harmony/The Real Black Swann

2022 Articles, Mallory Moad, Music, Rogue Festival, Terrance V. Mc Arthur, Theatre

by Mallory Moad
& Terrance McArthur

Here are 4 more Rogue Festival show reviews-Jaguar Is a Liar/Thinking Out Loud/Blood Harmony/The Real Black Swann--with more to follow today and tomorrow! Be sure to head out to weekend two of this year's Festival starting today! You will be able to find all of our Rogue Festival Reviews in our Rogue Festival Section here on KRL!

Feb 2022 3

8 Iconic Pieces Of Classical Music Everyone Should Know About

2022 Articles, Music

by Staff

Did you have a really tiring day at work and want to unwind all the stress? Or are you cramming for an upcoming exam and wish to take a break? So instead of putting up your old go-to indie play list, why not try some classical music? You may think that it must be boring or stuffy. Classical music sure does give such vibes as it was created by old-school guys who used to wear funky wigs and fancy clothes.

Jan 2022 29

Down in the Valley: Pop-Punk Nostalgia with Mindless Society

2022 Articles, Music, Reedley News, Sarah Peterson-Camacho

by Sarah Peterson-Camacho

Nostalgia is the musical mood of the moment here in the Central Valley, as the coronavirus pandemic stretches on into its second, devastating year. And bringing back that iconic pop-punk sound is Fresno band Mindless Society, including lead vocalist/guitarist Vic Cappelletty, bassist/vocalist Josh “Shua” Lara, and drummer Nico “Wizzle” Jacinto.

Nov 2021 6

Recap of Concerts at the Big Fresno Fair

2021 Articles, Music, Steven Sanchez

by Steven Sanchez

A lot of things have returned since the lockdown has been lifted, and the one event people have been most looking forward to was The Big Fresno Fair. It’s been a local mainstay for 137 years and is the fourth largest in the state; the community marks on their calendar every October. When the pandemic happened, citizens were relegated to a free, drive-thru pickup of fair food out of desperation to keep the spirit of the fair going. It’s 2021, and the fair came back in full form. All the familiar activities, sights, and smells took place that it didn’t feel like a year had passed.

Oct 2021 20

The Song Remains the Same: Writing in the Rock Music World of Hold Me Down

2021 Articles, Music, Mysteryrat's Maze

by Clea Simon

My new book, Hold Me Down, is set in the rock music world. My protagonist Gal is an older woman who, decades before, was a rock star for a brief and shining moment. She was also a heavy drinker and a little bit crazy for reasons that I hope are made apparent in the course of the story.

Oct 2021 11

6 Music Bands: You Must Listen To Before You Die

2021 Articles, Arts & Entertainment, Music

by Staff

Everyone has their preferences of music genres, distinct musicians, and instruments. While some might blast rock songs on their speakers, some would prefer playing trance music on their headset, and others would love dancing to pop tunes; and so on. Fortunately, for those who love harmonies and mixtures of different voices with alternative tones – there are music bands!

Oct 2021 2

KRL Is Taking a Break! But A Mini Issue Is Up on KRL News and Reviews

2021 Articles, Music, Mysteryrat's Maze, Podcasts

by Lorie Lewis Ham

We are on vacation this week to do some more much needed maintenance. But don't worry we will be back October 9 with another full issue. We will still be posting some midweek articles next week.