Based upon a melodic hardcore foundation, the five-piece pop-punk band The Story So Far has been under the radar controlling the alternative music scene (currently meaning, anything besides the Top 40) since their first album in 2000. Their instrumentals harmonize with identifiable lyrics and fast-paced tempos, compiled into an overall…
Grab a couple of beach vibes, sharp Vampire Weekend influences, and the sounds of Beach House’s chilled-out persona, and you’re halfway to understanding the coolness of Cayucas. Forming in Santa Monica in mid-2012, Cayucas embodies what would ideally be played at a really awesome summer BBQ featuring amazing ribs and…
Pompeii Rated PG-13 | 2.5/5 There’s an old adage that goes, “Tragedy plus Time equals Comedy.” It actually holds true most of the time…unfortunately, I can’t think of any good Mount Vesuvius jokes. Maybe it’s because it happened so long ago. In any case, the epic volcanic eruption in the…
Most prominently featured around Mardi Gras, Jambalaya is a true representation of indulgence before fasting. Fat Tuesday celebrates the immoderation of rich foods and sinful activities before enduring the long season of Lent, so Jambalaya’s goodness was presented in excess to prepare those for the solemn six weeks ahead of…
For 99 years, the Capay Valley Almond Festival has been one of the most valued traditions of Northern California. It’s the only five-town festival of California’s better half, bringing together Rumsey, Guinda, Brooks, Capay and Esparto for the timeless event along the community’s Blossom Trail on Feb. 23, 2014. This…
Radio personality and major supporter of local music Andy Hawk has moved his popular Local Licks Live Music Series from Wednesday nights at Powerhouse in Folsom to every other Saturday at Rounders Sports Bar and Grill in Citrus Heights (7433 Greenback Lane). The format of the show has changed a…
I know we might write about Kevin Seconds a lot here in Submerge, but you won’t find us apologizing for it any time soon, the dude is a freakin’ legend who just keeps on churning out inspiring music! Speaking of, Seconds’ newest solo album Off Stockton is releasing on Feb….
The Old Screen Door is a super talented local “Rock N’ Soul” band that’s been working hard and paying their dues since they first emerged on the scene in 2011. They’ve earned themselves some huge gigs like opening for The Mother Hips during last year’s Concerts in the Park series,…
The Lego Movie Rated PG {4 out of 5 stars} I played with Legos. Didn’t you? Asked for and got them on birthdays and Christmas; bought them with allowance money; raided them at latchkey when I was in second grade at Silverwood Elementary. You might say Legos were a formative…
It’s back, everyone. The pinnacle of our high school careers, the topic of every ‘90s teen movie, the “Olympics of High School” and probably some of the most awkward phases of our lives… that’s right, prom. Art Mix and Unseen Heroes are catering to all our nostalgic needs to bring…
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