Newport Folk Fest: Jon Batiste Leads Superb Finale
Another weekend at the Newport Folk Festival provides some amazing musical memories, especially the Jon Batiste-led star-studded finale.
Sachyn Mital
Sachyn Mital is an NYC based contributor to PopMatters who focuses on live event coverage. His concert photos have been published in Rolling Stone, Rockin'On and many more places.
Taylor Swift’s ‘Reputation’ Tour Is an Unstoppable Pop Spectacle
It's almost ridiculous how awesome and extravagant Taylor Swift's Reputation tour is.
PopMatters CMJ 2015 Showcase: Autodrone + Dead Leaf Echo + Veda Rays + Magic Shoppe + Parlor Walls
PopMatters' CMJ Showcase at Tender Trap played host to Autodrone's record release party as well as performances from Parlor Walls, Magic Shoppe, Dead Leaf Echo and Veda Rays.
The Roots and Friends Close Out Summerstage with a Block Party
The Legendary Roots Crew were the final act at Summerstage this year and they brought the house down with help from friends including Cee-Lo Green and Salt-N-Pepa.
CMJ 2015 Night 1: Christopher Paul Stelling + Lawrence & More from Webster Hall
I ended my first night of CMJ with Christopher Paul Stelling as I knew it would be a strong show but before that I was pleasantly surprised by one act.
New York Burlesque Festival Premiere Party 25 September 2015 (Photos)
Sometimes performances from burlesque dancers will tickle your fancy but sometimes they can stir up nightmares.
Robert DeLong Upgraded for ‘In the Cards’ (Rough Trade Photos + Tour Dates)
Robert DeLong ups his musical game with his new album In the Cards and his live show gets a boost too.
Ruby Amanfu Stirs the Heart at Rockwood (Photos) + “Shadow on the Wall” Video
Ruby Amanfu possess a beautiful, smokey voice that can elicit tears. Watch her video for "Shadow on the Wall" and catch her on tour.
NYFF 2015: ‘The Walk’ – Philippe Petit’s Achievement Is Now Family Friendly
Before Man on Wire was released, Robert Zemeckis planned to turn the children's book The Man Who Walked Between the Towers into a feature film.
Buster Poindexter Brings an All New Act to the Carlyle
The ultimate lounge lizard is bringing an all-new set of material to Café Carlyle for a residency beginning this week.
Kamasi Washington at Blue Note: 25 August 2015 (Photos)
All the press raving about Kamasi Washington are correct. The tenor saxophonist's Epic performances are not to be missed.