If you turned your radio dials to Indie 103 this morning and overheard a stern, visceral message of immediate termination between each song, then you’re already aware of the fate of one of LA’s most popular alternative stations. more ›

Sony's Blu-ray high definition video disc won a contentious, expensive, and possibly over-hyped video format war reminiscent of the VHS v. Beta battles of yore. more ›

The fact that the good old CD has been on the market for 25 years is the latest factoid to make me feel like I am getting downright old. I didn't actually get on the digital audio bandwagon until around 1989. Up to that point, while there were vinyl albums around the house, my world was all about cassette tapes. These days, I am well-informed / jaded enough to look at any new format... more ›

One of the happiest, positive, up-beat bands you'll ever hear. Phoenix's The Format are sweet and loveable and their fans send that love right back. Last night LAist was lucky enough to catch their gig at The Avalon with Rainer Maria opening. The kids sang, the kids danced, the kids hugged their friends and took pictures with their phones. The band looks like they were just pulled out of the high school marching band,... more ›