“Rock has always been in my blood,” says New York-based musician and meditation practitioner ShiShi. “I grew up listening to Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Guns N’ Roses… but as a shy, introverted kid who moved countries every few years, I found my voice in solitude. Making beats on my laptop felt safe.”
Creative agency Wild Honey Pie and soda brand Spindrift hosted a Pizza Party at Paulie Gee’s last week, complete with a constant stream of unlimited freshly-baked pizza (with several amazing vegan options), as well as a sampling of various partnered brands, such as the delightful Grillo’s Pickles and the tantalizing Maker’s Mark whiskey, among others. The highlight of the night, however, was an intimate private concert performed by alt-pop singer BENEE, who enticed fans with glimpses into her upcoming album.
N.Flying proved once again why they’re one of the most unique bands in Korea with their Los Angeles stop of the LIVE WORLD TOUR “&CON4: FULL CIRCLE.” Though not yet a household name internationally, the group’s performance at the Ebell Theater showed exactly why their audience’s loyalty remains, and why they deserve even more love on the global stage.
Kai, the Korean solo artist known as a member of SM Entertainment’s powerhouse group EXO, has officially proven he can own the stage all by himself. On his recent stop in Los Angeles for the KAION Tour, his first-ever U.S. solo concert, Kai showed that his prowess transcends both group and solo performances.
On August 9th, Feeld, the dating app for the curious, brought together a select group of media and cultural voices for a night of unapologetic energy at Kesha’s sold-out “Tits Out Tour” in West Palm Beach. Far beyond a concert, the event became a living, breathing moment of cultural commentary, blending music, identity, and the freedom of self-expression.
Feeld, known for pushing boundaries in the dating space by creating a platform for authentic, open-minded connections, set the stage for a night that celebrated chaos, desire, and liberation. Guests were invited to step into a space where norms dissolved, identities flourished, and expression was celebrated in its rawest form.
This event came at a cultural crossroads. Recent backlash over Sabrina Carpenter’s “controversial” album artwork and Addison Rae’s lingerie-clad album launch performance highlight a recurring tension around women publicly embracing their sexuality. Into this climate, Kesha boldly arrived; not just as a performer, but as a movement.
Her new initiative, Freedomme, is a declaration that acting, speaking, and loving as your boldest self is no longer up for debate. With her Feeld profile openly declaring herself omnisexual, kinky, and dominant, Kesha embodies the very ethos Feeld has championed since its inception: that desire, identity, and connection deserve room to exist without apology.
By aligning with Kesha’s tour, Feeld is doing more than sponsoring an event; it’s amplifying a conversation. As dating apps increasingly reflect the evolving landscape of modern relationships, Feeld distinguishes itself as a platform for curiosity, inclusivity, and exploration. The partnership wasn’t about swipes and matches; it was about witnessing a cultural reset in action.
Set against the electrifying backdrop of the iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, the night was drenched in glitter, sweat, and self-expression. For Feeld’s VIP guests, it wasn’t simply about being in the crowd; it was about being part of a moment that blurred the line between performance and protest, entertainment and empowerment.
The West Palm Beach stop of the Tits Out Tour is over, but the conversation it sparked is only just beginning. Kesha’s Freedomme movement, amplified by Feeld, invites all of us to consider what it means to live and love boldly.
In a world quick to police female desire, the night stood as a reminder: expression is power, connection is radical, and curiosity will always be the future of dating.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Kimoto Rooftop Garden Lounge. Downtown Brooklyn.—Tuesday evening found me and my plus one on the rooftop of the Sheraton Brooklyn Hotel, attending a quaint gathering of VIP media professionals and creative talents. One could say the VIP Reception, hosted by Sun River Health, was the pre-game event to attend before the prestigious Caribbean Music Awards Show, which is returning on Thursday, August 28th, at the Kings Theatre.
When I first heard of HITGS (short for Hip, Innocent, Teenager, Girls, and Story), I didn’t know what to expect, but the name speaks for itself. This rising K-pop group, made up of five talented young girls, debuted in late April 2025. Yet, by August, they had already released three songs and added more chapters to their “HITG-Story.”
Before stepping inside, I found myself wondering: What happens when you bring together fans of Korean music and rock in one room? That question was quickly answered the moment I joined the pit at Xdinary Heroes’ Beautiful Mind World Tour stop in Los Angeles at The Hollywood Palladium. Red lights bathed the stage, instruments gleamed, and the anticipation was electric.
Rarely, only “in fantasies,” does a K-pop group return to a stadium they’ve already performed at and deliver an even crazier, more intense, and better-received set. But ATEEZ, the KQ boy group, did just that, and more, in Los Angeles at BMO Stadium for two nights in a row, August 8–9, on their IN YOUR FANTASY tour.
After a one-year hiatus and venue change. Rock the Bells came back with a vengeance in 2025.