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TROPIC // THINKIN’ BOUT YOU – A REVIEW
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TROPIC // THINKIN’ BOUT YOU – A REVIEW

The guys of Tropic are back with another soulful cover … Remember Tropic? The soulful Electro-R&B Pop duo I recently introduced you to. Well, now they’ve dropped a brand new cover. This time the groovy…

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MY TOP 5 … FIVE FAVORITE SONGS THIS WEEK … by Sabrina A.
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MY TOP 5 … FIVE FAVORITE SONGS THIS WEEK … by Sabrina A.

These are my five favorite songs from the week of October 8th …1. IF YOU SEE HER BY LANY A song off of Malibu Nights, Lany's latest release that tells a story of heartbreak and loss…

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BLINKY BILL // SHOWDOWN – A REVIEW
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BLINKY BILL // SHOWDOWN – A REVIEW

Today I bring you, Blinky Bill, he's a Kenyan Rapper and Producer hailing from Nairobi. The rapper, whose real name is Bill Ochieng Sellanga got his moniker from a childhood nickname that just stuck. His…

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INTERVIEW WITH … ELECTRO-POP ARTIST RILAN
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INTERVIEW WITH … ELECTRO-POP ARTIST RILAN

I got the chance to interview Rilan, an eclectic Electro-Pop artist and songwriter from New Orleans now based in Los Angeles. We talked music (including his current single 'Money Talk', creativity, influences, and more. Check…

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BASTILLE // LIVE AT THE WILTERN – A REVIEW
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BASTILLE // LIVE AT THE WILTERN – A REVIEW

My favorite British Alternative Pop band Bastille made their return to Los Angeles last night (September 24th). Taking The Wiltern stage by storm (pun intended) with a new and quite colorful lively stage setup. Bastille…

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TROPIC // SEPTEMBER – A REVIEW
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TROPIC // SEPTEMBER – A REVIEW

Tropic, the soulful Electro-pop duo I very recently introduced you to just dropped a brand new song and it's a lit one. The band who I just Interviewed here, have released a sexy cover of…

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INTERVIEW WITH … TROPIC
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INTERVIEW WITH … TROPIC

Today I'd like to introduce you to a soulful electro-pop duo 'Tropic'! Tropic is comprised of singer/songwriter Jo-B Sebastian and DJ/ Producer Phuse (Jarel Hill). I got to pick the duos minds on their music…

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SAINT CLAIR // ‘D2’ [EP] – A REVIEW
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SAINT CLAIR // ‘D2’ [EP] – A REVIEW

Emma Topolski (Childcare) forms new solo project as 'Saint Clair' … Today I bring you, Saint Clair. It's the solo project of Childcare Bassist (they recently toured with Bastille), musician and singer-songwriter, Emma Topolski. Her…

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BISHOP BRIGGS // LIVE AT THE THEATRE AT THE ACE HOTEL – A REVIEW
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BISHOP BRIGGS // LIVE AT THE THEATRE AT THE ACE HOTEL – A REVIEW

Bishop Briggs Brought the 'Church of Scars' to L.A. …Singer-songwriter Bishop Briggs took us to Church last night (September 5th) at her sold out concert in Los Angeles, held at the very apropos The Theatre…

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INTERVIEW WITH … POP SINGER-SONGWRITER LENAY!
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INTERVIEW WITH … POP SINGER-SONGWRITER LENAY!

I recently introduced you to a new Pop artist named Lenay and her song "LA LA LAND". Today at The Reclusive Blogger we feature an interview with her which you can view below! 1. Quick…

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LENAY [FORMER MTV VJ] // LA LA LAND – A REVIEW
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LENAY [FORMER MTV VJ] // LA LA LAND – A REVIEW

Lenay's Debut Song is a Pop Gem Lenay is a former MTV VJ turned Electro-pop leaning Singer-Songwriter born in the Congo and having lived in various parts of the world including Chile and Minnesota, before…

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FOREVER WARPED TOUR [VANS WARPED TOUR] – A CONCERT REVIEW

After 24 years Vans Warped Tour has come to an end. It's been one incredible summer to experience unforgettable memories with music, friends, and opportunities.

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OLIVIA O’BRIEN LIVE AT THE ROXY – A SHORT REVIEW + GALLERY
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OLIVIA O’BRIEN LIVE AT THE ROXY – A SHORT REVIEW + GALLERY

Hey, everyone yesterday I got the chance to photograph the concert by singer-songwriter and pop star Olivia O'Brien (with opening act Sofya Wang). Although the name may not sound very familiar yet.You have definitely heard at…

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BASTILLE RELEASES “QUARTER PAST MIDNIGHT’ – (LIVE FROM ROYAL ALBERT HALL)” MUSIC VIDEO
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BASTILLE RELEASES “QUARTER PAST MIDNIGHT’ – (LIVE FROM ROYAL ALBERT HALL)” MUSIC VIDEO

Good grief! The Bastille boys have done it again, my favorite band has a knack for surprising us fans with music out of the blue and in this case beautiful shot soundcheck videos! If you…

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INTERVIEW WITH …  OCNS BAND
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INTERVIEW WITH … OCNS BAND

ABOUT OCNS: OCNS took time. Time allowed growth and change, but most importantly the opportunity to arrive at the right place in the right moment. Six years have passed, and in that time OCNS have grown…

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CONCERT PREVIEW: G-EAZY BRINGING ‘THE ENDLESS SUMMER TOUR’ TO THE FIVEPOINT AMP IN IRVINE
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CONCERT PREVIEW: G-EAZY BRINGING ‘THE ENDLESS SUMMER TOUR’ TO THE FIVEPOINT AMP IN IRVINE

Bay Area rapper, G-Eazy is headed to Irvine later this month on July 31st to be with his aptly named "The Endless Summer" tour since. The Beautiful & Damned rapper is fresh off a huge…

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INTERVIEW WITH … DARK ELECTRONIC DUO LOOM:NGS
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INTERVIEW WITH … DARK ELECTRONIC DUO LOOM:NGS

Meet loom:ngs, a unique electronic music duo comprised of Zola Johnson and producer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Daniel Loumpouridis. With what began as a dorm room project soon became much more, their unique take on dark electronic music with…

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SUNSET SONS // LOVE LIGHTS – A SONG REVIEW
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SUNSET SONS // LOVE LIGHTS – A SONG REVIEW

The guys of 'Sunset Sons' are back with a new one!Hey, guys, I wanted to talk to you about another song from the band 'Sunset Sons' and that is 'Love Lights'. Both tracks are from…

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ARROYO SECO WEEKEND – INTERVIEW WITH THE REVOLUTION’S LISA COLEMAN
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ARROYO SECO WEEKEND – INTERVIEW WITH THE REVOLUTION’S LISA COLEMAN

One of the things I was most looking forward to at Arroyo Seco Weekend was a chance to interview The Revolution … As in the Prince's Revolution, the famous and super talented backing band that…

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ARROYO SECO WEEKEND – DAY TWO REVIEW
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ARROYO SECO WEEKEND – DAY TWO REVIEW

Hey, guys! I'm back with the final round up of Arroyo Seco Weekend. Yesterday (Sunday, June 24th) I headed back out for round two with hopes of seeing as many bands as possible. But first…

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ARROYO SECO WEEKEND – DAY ONE REVIEW
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ARROYO SECO WEEKEND – DAY ONE REVIEW

Hey, guys it's Brittney here! You know what else is here? That's right the second inuaguaral Arroyo Seco Weekend in Pasadena, CA. The music and arts festival which is billed as a fun also family…

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SUNSET SONS // ‘RUNNING MAN’ – A SONG REVIEW
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SUNSET SONS // ‘RUNNING MAN’ – A SONG REVIEW

Hey, guys this will be a quick one! But I just wanted to talk to you about new song I’m digging and just playlisted, It’s by Sunset Sons and it’s called “Running Man”. It’s the…

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‘NO ALTERNATIVE’ BY WILLIAM DICKERSON – A MOVIE REVIEW
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‘NO ALTERNATIVE’ BY WILLIAM DICKERSON – A MOVIE REVIEW

You’ll have ‘NO ALTERNATIVE’ not to watch this … The book now a film ‘No Alternative’ by writer and director William Dickerson, (DETOUR, DON’T LOOK BACK) stars Michaela Cavazos as Bridget Harrison, Conor Proft as…

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TRB OPINIONS: MY FAVE PHOTOGRAPHY + DESIGN APPS!
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TRB OPINIONS: MY FAVE PHOTOGRAPHY + DESIGN APPS!

At some point every photographer makes a post like this. I have been trying to avoid it realizing that maybe it's best not to as my photography tips, tricks and editing style is definitely a…

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DIG THE KID // ‘ON A MISSION’ – A SONG  REVIEW
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DIG THE KID // ‘ON A MISSION’ – A SONG REVIEW

If you haven't heard about 'Dig The Kid' you will now …

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JAMES BAY SPOTIFY FANS FIRST EVENT – A FAN EXPERIENCE
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JAMES BAY SPOTIFY FANS FIRST EVENT – A FAN EXPERIENCE

Yesterday I had the absolute pleasure of attending Spotify's Fans First event for James Bay at Hubble Studio. The invite was sent out a few days ago to Spotify listeners that apparently stream James Bay…

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BASTILLE // QUARTER PAST MIDNIGHT – A SONG REVIEW
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BASTILLE // QUARTER PAST MIDNIGHT – A SONG REVIEW

"The Bastille boys are back with a 'Quarter Past Midnight', a very British and much needed bop for the Summer" So today is a big day for me being a Bastille fan. The band, which…

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CONCERT PREVIEW: ‘MUSIC SUPPORT’ ALIGN WITH ‘TO KILL A KING’ FOR LONDON CHARITY CONCERT ….
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CONCERT PREVIEW: ‘MUSIC SUPPORT’ ALIGN WITH ‘TO KILL A KING’ FOR LONDON CHARITY CONCERT ….

CONCERT PREVIEW: 'MUSIC SUPPORT' ALIGN WITH 'TO KILL A KING' FOR A CHARITY CONCERT …. The British band 'The Kill a King' who are near and dear to my heart has an exciting new gig…

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“*NSYNC RECEIVES STAR ON THE WALK OF FAME”

“*NSYNC RECEIVES STAR ON THE WALK OF FAME”

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DEADLINE CONTENDERS // PHOTO GALLERY + REVIEW
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DEADLINE CONTENDERS // PHOTO GALLERY + REVIEW

Deadline Contenders // Photo Gallery + Review

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K-BUST // “FEARLESS” – AN ALBUM REVIEW
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K-BUST // “FEARLESS” – AN ALBUM REVIEW

K-Bust – “Fearless” – Album Review – Written by The Reclusive Blogger

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CHARLIE BARNES // “OCEANOGRAPHY” – AN ALBUM REVIEW
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CHARLIE BARNES // “OCEANOGRAPHY” – AN ALBUM REVIEW

"Oceanography" by @CharlieBarnes – Album Review – Written by The Reclusive Blogger

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THE 90th ACADEMY AWARDS® – COVERAGE
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THE 90th ACADEMY AWARDS® – COVERAGE

THE 90th ACADEMY AWARDS® – COVERAGE #Oscars90 #Oscars2018 #AcademyAwards

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FAULKNER // “PARIAHS” – AN ALBUM REVIEW
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FAULKNER // “PARIAHS” – AN ALBUM REVIEW

Hey guys, It's Brittney. I'm back with another review. This one is a band I've talked about a bit lately. Seeing as I just photographed their concert at The Peppermint Club and reviewed "Hot Streak"…

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FAULKNER – “HOT STREAK” – A SONG REVIEW
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FAULKNER – “HOT STREAK” – A SONG REVIEW

Hey, guys it's Brittney again. I'm back to talk to you in a quick post. It's about a new band I've been enjoying (in particular the latest single "Hot Streak") which I think you guys…

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THE iHEARTRADIO KIIS FM JINGLE BALL 2017 – CONCERT REVIEW
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THE iHEARTRADIO KIIS FM JINGLE BALL 2017 – CONCERT REVIEW

Hey, friends! 🙂 Last night was iHeartRadio's inaugural Jingle Ball concert. Held at the Forum for lucky ticket holders or on the Livestream which is where I watched. Thanks to the CW. Any way you…

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“TRB CREATIVE’S FAVORITE ALBUMS AND MUSIC OF 2017”

Hey friends! It's me Britt aka 'The Reclusive Blogger' back with my yearly special. My favorite albums of the year. This was a brilliant year in music which made narrowing down the list to ten…

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