Emei on taking risks and being intentional about her art
Emei reflects on becoming the person she is today and being intentional about the songs she chooses to put out. She also talks upbringing, performing on Chinese Idol, and sharing her music on social media.
mehro on vulnerability and creative expression
Ahead of their upcoming US headline tour, mehro discusses embracing vulnerability as a songwriter and the importance of exploring and expressing the depths of their lived experiences as part of the creative process. mehro also chats inspiration and early influences, following one’s dreams, and put
Jalen Thomas Brooks on telling simple stories with universal messages
Jalen Thomas Brooks, who stars in Eli Roth’s Thanksgiving, opens up about how shared experiences helped him connect with his character Bobby. He talks favorite on set memories, his journey from basketball to acting, and how spending time outside has made him a better actor.
Deanie Chen on finding herself through music
From shooting at small venues in Kansas to touring with artists like Lawrence, Holly Humberstone, and MAX, music photographer Deanie Chen shares how her love for music has shaped her career and who she is today. Deanie chats early influences, the joys and challenges of life on tour, and the importan
Anna Sitar on building her own corner of the internet
Anna Sitar opens up about how content creation has allowed her to pursue her lifelong passion for storytelling and videography, and how she continues to explore different avenues of creative expression through acting, directing, and filmmaking. Anna also touches on the importance of staying centered
Stephen Sanchez at The Wiltern
Photography IRENE CHEN Stephen Sanchez at The Wiltern in Los Angeles on November 2, 2023. With special guest Stephen Day. Stephen Sanchez Stephen Day
Ashley Alexander on finding her voice
Ashley Alexander, aka Ur Mom Ashley, reflects on her journey as a content creator — from starting her YouTube channel in college to filming travel vlogs with her family — and how her content has evolved over time. Ashley also discusses connecting with her community, success as a content creator,
Maisie Peters at Emo’s Austin
Photography IRENE CHEN Maisie Peters at Emo’s Austin on October 4, 2023 — The Good Witch Comes to North America Tour. With special guest Grace Enger. Maisie Peters Grace Enger
The Chainsmokers debut their new live show experience at Los Angeles Historic Park
The Chainsmokers debuted their new live show experience, The Party Never Ends, on Saturday, August 19 at Los Angeles State Historic Park. The duo broke attendance records with over 18,000 in attendance on Saturday night. The lineup featured NOTD, ARMNHMR, and Two Friends, before The Chainsmokers too
Taylor Swift shines like fireworks over Levi’s Stadium (literally!)
“How’d we end up on the floor anyway” were the lyrics I continued to sing to myself as we entered the stadium and made our way to our seats. Our floor seats… Holy shit – this was it. Never did I – a native Southern Californian – ever think, in a million years, that a Friday night in th
