Author: Gina J. Espinoza
Fast-rising British rock band Kira Mac have officially announced the full list of UK tour dates for May and June 2023. Dubbed “The Downfall Tour”, this nine-date run will see the group bring their high-octane live show to venues across England and Scotland. The tour takes its name from their latest single, Downfall — the fifth consecutive Kira Mac track to earn a coveted spot on the Planet Rock playlist, cementing the band’s growing reputation as one of the most exciting new acts in the UK rock scene. More Read: From Studio Booth to Spotlight: Making the Shift from Recording…
In the audio industry, there’s a significant divide between the quiet precision of the recording studio and the high-pressure immediacy of live sound engineering. Many professionals begin their careers inside the safe, acoustically treated walls of a studio—perfecting mixes, experimenting with effects, and controlling every nuance of sound. Eventually, though, the call of the stage becomes irresistible. The transition from studio booth to spotlight is a natural progression for many audio engineers, but it’s not without challenges. Live sound is a fast-paced, unpredictable environment where decisions must be made in seconds, and mistakes are instantly noticeable to an entire audience.…
For centuries, live music was a simple equation: musicians plus instruments plus a physical space. Whether it was a medieval court, a jazz club in the 1940s, or a rock stadium in the 1970s, live performance was anchored in human musicianship and the tangible energy of a crowd. The late 20th century shifted that paradigm. Tape machines, synthesizers, drum machines, samplers, and later DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) like Ableton Live redefined what “playing live” could mean. For electronic artists, the challenge became more complex: how do you reimagine a track that was meticulously built in the studio for the spontaneity…
The Australian music scene is vast, diverse, and endlessly creative — but for decades, it has been dominated by male narratives, male gatekeepers, and male faces on the biggest stages. In this landscape, Her Sound Her Story emerges as a groundbreaking and deeply necessary documentary. Directed by Claudia Sangiorgi Dalimore and Michelle Grace Hunder, the 70-minute film showcases over 40 women from across five decades of Australian music, combining celebration with a clear-eyed critique of the industry’s inequities. From chart-topping artists to behind-the-scenes powerhouses, Her Sound Her Story doesn’t just chronicle success — it exposes the systemic barriers women have…
On a crisp Nottingham evening, Kira Mac brought her Spring UK Tour 2024 to the iconic Rescue Rooms, delivering a performance that fused raw power, soulful blues, and gritty rock ‘n’ roll energy. Known for her commanding stage presence and unmistakable voice, Kira Mac has been carving out a name in the UK rock scene, and this stop on her nationwide tour showed exactly why she’s an artist worth watching. For Nottingham’s music lovers, the night wasn’t just another gig — it was a celebration of modern blues-rock’s revival. More Read: Kira Mac Rocks Wolverhampton – Live Performance Review Who…
The city of Wolverhampton witnessed a night of pure rock energy as Kira Mac took to the stage at the legendary KK’s Steel Mill. Fans from across the Midlands gathered for what turned out to be one of the most memorable gigs of the year so far. Known for their gritty, blues-infused rock sound and powerful stage presence, Kira Mac once again proved why they’ve become a staple in the UK rock scene. From the moment doors opened, anticipation buzzed through the venue. The crowd, a mix of long-time followers and curious newcomers, came prepared for a night of high-octane…