independent thoughts on alternative music
A loss for words. That’s a hard thing for me to say, and an even rarer phenomenon, but Knox Hamilton at the Doug Fir Lounge in Portland made it happen. They burst on to the stage with a confident stride, grinning and whipping us into a frenzy with rhythmic drums and vocal melodies I am … Read more LIVE SHOW REVIEW: KNOX HAMILTON in PORTLAND!
We were first smitten with Knox Hamilton, our favorite dance pop outfit and the pride of Little Rock, Arkansas, who reeled us in with their infectiously synth-y sound, all the way back in 2014; since then, we have thoroughly enjoyed keeping up with their adventures, relishing their live shows, devouring the occasional single or EP … Read more AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with KNOX HAMILTON
East of 8th has partnered with AGD Entertainment to curate a showcase to surpass all other showcases. This Thursday, June 16th, an uber-talented lineup of five bands/artists from far and wide will appear at The Country, the newest, most happening joint in Music City: Deep, untamed desire ripples through gritty yet verdant and complex resonance … Read more EAST OF 8TH PRESENTS: CHARLIE VIRGO
I was listening to the radio in my car a few weeks ago and I heard a new song in a familiar, yet not, kind of style. It caught my attention; I cranked up the sound. Was it a Phoenix song I’d never heard before? Had Two Door Cinema Club released a new single? No– it was … Read more 8 QUESTIONS with KNOX HAMILTON