Roman Gokhman
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I picked Tuesday Tracks
MUNA/ @whereismuna.bsky.social: Dancing On The Wall
#TheSophs: SWEETIEPIE
#AllySalort: I’ve Never Met Her
#MoonWalker: You're Next
#TheBrookAndTheBluff: 105
#Lavalove: Sniffin’ Around
#LykkeLi: Lucky Again
#LukeWinslow-King: Shoot From the Hip
MUNA/ @whereismuna.bsky.social: Dancing On The Wall
#TheSophs: SWEETIEPIE
#AllySalort: I’ve Never Met Her
#MoonWalker: You're Next
#TheBrookAndTheBluff: 105
#Lavalove: Sniffin’ Around
#LykkeLi: Lucky Again
#LukeWinslow-King: Shoot From the Hip
MUNA, Lykke Li, Ally Salort, Luke Winslow-King: Tuesday Tracks | RIFF
Existential pop by Lykke Li and MUNA, a call to action by Moon Walker, sly murder bop by Lavalove, self-empowerment by Ally Salort and more.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:03 PM
I picked Tuesday Tracks
MUNA/ @whereismuna.bsky.social: Dancing On The Wall
#TheSophs: SWEETIEPIE
#AllySalort: I’ve Never Met Her
#MoonWalker: You're Next
#TheBrookAndTheBluff: 105
#Lavalove: Sniffin’ Around
#LykkeLi: Lucky Again
#LukeWinslow-King: Shoot From the Hip
MUNA/ @whereismuna.bsky.social: Dancing On The Wall
#TheSophs: SWEETIEPIE
#AllySalort: I’ve Never Met Her
#MoonWalker: You're Next
#TheBrookAndTheBluff: 105
#Lavalove: Sniffin’ Around
#LykkeLi: Lucky Again
#LukeWinslow-King: Shoot From the Hip
And for Portlanders, the Boss returns to @modacenter.bsky.social as well!
#BruceSpringsteen announces spring Land of Hopes and Dreams tour, Chase Center date in San Francisco. Tickets go on sale this Friday. riffmagazine.com/news/bruce-s...
Bruce Springsteen announces 2026 spring tour, Chase Center gig | RIFF
Bruce Springsteen has announced his Land Of Hope And Dreams tour with the E Street Band, including a stop at Chase Center in San Francisco.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:45 PM
And for Portlanders, the Boss returns to @modacenter.bsky.social as well!
REVIEW: #VanMorrison introduces new blues record at intimate The Chapel matinee in S.F. ahead of Palace of Fine Arts residency | @vanmorrison.bsky.social ✏️: Sam Richards. 📸: Michael Chan.
REVIEW: Van Morrison introduces new blues record at intimate Chapel matinee
Van Morrison previewed his blues-leaning 48th album at an intimate San Francisco launch show ahead of his Palace of Fine Arts residency.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:06 PM
REVIEW: #VanMorrison introduces new blues record at intimate The Chapel matinee in S.F. ahead of Palace of Fine Arts residency | @vanmorrison.bsky.social ✏️: Sam Richards. 📸: Michael Chan.
ALBUM REVIEW: #MumfordAndSons step into a new weight class with ‘Prizefighter’ ✏️: Jane Hu.
Mumford & Sons step into a new weight class with 'Prizefighter'
Mumford & Sons' "Prizefighter" offers a sophisticated combination of their folk roots and newfound musical maturity.
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February 17, 2026 at 5:05 PM
ALBUM REVIEW: #MumfordAndSons step into a new weight class with ‘Prizefighter’ ✏️: Jane Hu.
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REVIEW: #VanMorrison introduces new blues record at intimate The Chapel matinee in S.F. ahead of Palace of Fine Arts residency | @vanmorrison.bsky.social ✏️: Sam Richards. 📸: Michael Chan. riffmagazine.com/reviews/van-...
REVIEW: Van Morrison introduces new blues record at intimate Chapel matinee
Van Morrison previewed his blues-leaning 48th album at an intimate San Francisco launch show ahead of his Palace of Fine Arts residency.
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February 17, 2026 at 4:20 AM
REVIEW: #VanMorrison introduces new blues record at intimate The Chapel matinee in S.F. ahead of Palace of Fine Arts residency | @vanmorrison.bsky.social ✏️: Sam Richards. 📸: Michael Chan. riffmagazine.com/reviews/van-...
ALBUM REVIEW: #Moby trades pulse for poise on #FutureQuiet ✏️: Ahbree Innis
ALBUM REVIEW: Moby trades pulse for poise on 'Future Quiet' | RIFF
On "Future Quiet," Moby leans into piano, strings and stillness, crafting a composed and immersive ambient refuge.
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February 17, 2026 at 12:03 AM
ALBUM REVIEW: #Moby trades pulse for poise on #FutureQuiet ✏️: Ahbree Innis
#SamSmith ushers in a new era at the #CastroTheatre with first of a 20-show residency ✏️: Mike DeWald.
Sam Smith ushers in a new era at the Castro Theatre | RIFF
Sam Smith kicked off a 20-show residency at the newly renovated Castro Theatre, ushering in a new era for the iconic San Francisco venue.
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February 16, 2026 at 12:04 AM
#SamSmith ushers in a new era at the #CastroTheatre with first of a 20-show residency ✏️: Mike DeWald.
ALBUM REVIEW: #JillScott thrives in contradiction on 'To Whom This May Concern' ✏️: Sery Morales.
REVIEW: Jill Scott thrives in contradiction on 'To Whom This May Concern'
Jill Scott's first album in nearly a decade shines when she's playful and conversational, working with Too $hort, Tierra Whack and others.
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February 14, 2026 at 11:29 PM
ALBUM REVIEW: #JillScott thrives in contradiction on 'To Whom This May Concern' ✏️: Sery Morales.
Bay Area Super Bowl LX cast member recalls life as a #grassbunny ✏️: Sery Morales.
Bay Area Super Bowl LX cast member recalls life as a 'grass bunny' | RIFF Magazine
Bay Area performer Miguel Soria recalls life inside a 40-pound sugarcane costume during the viral Bad Bunny Super Bowl LX halftime show.
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February 14, 2026 at 8:31 PM
Bay Area Super Bowl LX cast member recalls life as a #grassbunny ✏️: Sery Morales.
Oakland indie artist, Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir join #CharliePuth for Super Bowl LX anthem | @oigc.bsky.social
Oakland indie artist, gospel choir join Charlie Puth for Super Bowl LX anthem | RIFF Magazine
Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir members joined Charlie Puth on the Super Bowl LX stage to sing the national anthem.
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February 13, 2026 at 10:03 PM
Oakland indie artist, Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir join #CharliePuth for Super Bowl LX anthem | @oigc.bsky.social
Oakland indie artist, Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir join #CharliePuth for Super Bowl LX anthem | @oigc.bsky.social
Oakland indie artist, gospel choir join Charlie Puth for Super Bowl LX anthem | RIFF Magazine
Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir members joined Charlie Puth on the Super Bowl LX stage to sing the national anthem.
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February 12, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Oakland indie artist, Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir join #CharliePuth for Super Bowl LX anthem | @oigc.bsky.social
A rock anthem from #Friko, folk-pop harmonies from #GracieandRachel, hard rock from #CodyJasper, ambient pop from #GiaMargaret, noise-rock chaos from #Mclusky ( @shitrock.bsky.social) and guitar-driven alt-pop from #CharlotteSands. ✏️: Sery Morales.
Friko, Cody Jasper, Gia Margaret: Tuesday Tracks | RIFF
An anthem by Friko, folk-pop by Gracie and Rachel, rock by Mclusky and Cody Jasper, and pop from Gia Margaret and Charlotte Sands.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:00 PM
A rock anthem from #Friko, folk-pop harmonies from #GracieandRachel, hard rock from #CodyJasper, ambient pop from #GiaMargaret, noise-rock chaos from #Mclusky ( @shitrock.bsky.social) and guitar-driven alt-pop from #CharlotteSands. ✏️: Sery Morales.
J Balvin, Ivan Cornejo, Mana to headline Napa's Festival La Onda in May | Here's how to get tickets this Friday.
J Balvin, Ivan Cornejo, Mana to headline Festival La Onda in May | RIFF Magazine
Festival La Onda has announced the lineup for its third iteration. Tickets to see J Balvin, Ivan Cornejo, Mana and more go on sale Friday.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:04 PM
J Balvin, Ivan Cornejo, Mana to headline Napa's Festival La Onda in May | Here's how to get tickets this Friday.
#SamSmith ushers in a new era at the #CastroTheatre with first of a 20-show residency, with Isabel Dumaa ✏️: Mike DeWald.
Sam Smith ushers in a new era at the Castro Theatre | RIFF
Sam Smith kicked off a 20-show residency at the newly renovated Castro Theatre, ushering in a new era for the iconic San Francisco venue.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:06 PM
#SamSmith ushers in a new era at the #CastroTheatre with first of a 20-show residency, with Isabel Dumaa ✏️: Mike DeWald.
Sery Morales picked Tuesday Tracks:
• Cody Jasper: “Rock is Dead”
• GiaMargaret: “Everyone Around Me Is Dancing”
• Friko: “Seven Degrees”
• Charlotte Sands: “Back To You”
• @shitrock.bsky.social: “i know computer”
• Gracie and Rachel: “Leaving Home Is Going Home”
• Cody Jasper: “Rock is Dead”
• GiaMargaret: “Everyone Around Me Is Dancing”
• Friko: “Seven Degrees”
• Charlotte Sands: “Back To You”
• @shitrock.bsky.social: “i know computer”
• Gracie and Rachel: “Leaving Home Is Going Home”
Friko, Cody Jasper, Gia Margaret: Tuesday Tracks | RIFF
An anthem by Friko, folk-pop by Gracie and Rachel, rock by Mclusky and Cody Jasper, and pop from Gia Margaret and Charlotte Sands.
riffmagazine.com
February 10, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Sery Morales picked Tuesday Tracks:
• Cody Jasper: “Rock is Dead”
• GiaMargaret: “Everyone Around Me Is Dancing”
• Friko: “Seven Degrees”
• Charlotte Sands: “Back To You”
• @shitrock.bsky.social: “i know computer”
• Gracie and Rachel: “Leaving Home Is Going Home”
• Cody Jasper: “Rock is Dead”
• GiaMargaret: “Everyone Around Me Is Dancing”
• Friko: “Seven Degrees”
• Charlotte Sands: “Back To You”
• @shitrock.bsky.social: “i know computer”
• Gracie and Rachel: “Leaving Home Is Going Home”
February 9, 2026 at 6:19 PM
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#BadBunny takes #SuperBowlLX to #PuertoRico during colorful halftime show. Check out our coverage of ALL the musical moments of the day, including Green Day, Brandi Carlile, Coco Jones, Charlie Puth and more ✏️: Sery Morales & Mike DeWald. riffmagazine.com/news/bad-bun...
Bad Bunny takes Super Bowl LX to Puerto Rico during colorful halftime show
We're live-blogging the music performances at Super Bowl LX, covering Bad Bunny, Green Day, LaRussell, Coco Jones, Charlie Puth and more.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:41 AM
#BadBunny takes #SuperBowlLX to #PuertoRico during colorful halftime show. Check out our coverage of ALL the musical moments of the day, including Green Day, Brandi Carlile, Coco Jones, Charlie Puth and more ✏️: Sery Morales & Mike DeWald. riffmagazine.com/news/bad-bun...
REVIEW: #FallOutBoy plays ‘super’ intimate show at Regency Ballroom in San Francisco | #SuperBowl ✏️: Mike DeWald. 📸: Starr Lee.
REVIEW: Fall Out Boy plays 'super' intimate show in San Francisco | RIFF
Fall Out Boy delivered a rare, intimate Bay Area set at Regency Ballroom, mixing hits, deep cuts and Super Bowl week spectacle.
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February 8, 2026 at 11:00 PM
REVIEW: #FallOutBoy plays ‘super’ intimate show at Regency Ballroom in San Francisco | #SuperBowl ✏️: Mike DeWald. 📸: Starr Lee.
Reposted by Roman Gokhman
One of our guiding principles is about making a difference in our community, amplifying marginalized voices. Bad Bunny is rightfully on top of the world and speaking out about injustices. We were the first news publication in the Bay Area to cover him. riffmagazine.com/photos/bad-b...
Bad Bunny leads by example at Chase Center tour stop | PHOTOS
Bad Bunny beckoned thousands of fans with rhymes, rhythms and overflowing energy with an expression of Latin synchrony on the tour for his album X 100PRE.
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February 8, 2026 at 10:07 PM
One of our guiding principles is about making a difference in our community, amplifying marginalized voices. Bad Bunny is rightfully on top of the world and speaking out about injustices. We were the first news publication in the Bay Area to cover him. riffmagazine.com/photos/bad-b...
REVIEW: #Puscifer finds power in restraint on the dark, deliberate ‘Normal Isn’t’ | Catch @puscifermusic.bsky.social at Moda Center in RIP City on May 8 and Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco on May 11. ✏️: Mike DeWald.
Puscifer finds power in restraint on the dark, deliberate 'Normal Isn’t' | REVIEW
Puscifer leans into restraint on "Normal Isn’t," trading chaos for dark grooves, sharp songwriting and an unexpectedly accessible edge.
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February 8, 2026 at 12:58 AM
REVIEW: #Puscifer finds power in restraint on the dark, deliberate ‘Normal Isn’t’ | Catch @puscifermusic.bsky.social at Moda Center in RIP City on May 8 and Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco on May 11. ✏️: Mike DeWald.
ALBUM REVIEW: #NickJonas trades pop polish for reflection on #SundayBest ✏️: Mike DeWald.
REVIEW: Nick Jonas trades pop polish for reflection on 'Sunday Best' | RIFF
On "Sunday Best," Nick Jonas embraces maturity, swapping glossy pop for acoustic warmth and reflective, fatherhood-inspired songs.
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February 7, 2026 at 8:31 PM
ALBUM REVIEW: #NickJonas trades pop polish for reflection on #SundayBest ✏️: Mike DeWald.
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REVIEW: #FallOutBoy plays ‘super’ intimate show at Regency Ballroom in San Francisco | #SuperBowl ✏️: Mike DeWald. 📸: Starr Lee. riffmagazine.com/reviews/fall...
REVIEW: Fall Out Boy plays 'super' intimate show in San Francisco | RIFF
Fall Out Boy delivered a rare, intimate Bay Area set at Regency Ballroom, mixing hits, deep cuts and Super Bowl week spectacle.
riffmagazine.com
February 6, 2026 at 3:31 PM
REVIEW: #FallOutBoy plays ‘super’ intimate show at Regency Ballroom in San Francisco | #SuperBowl ✏️: Mike DeWald. 📸: Starr Lee. riffmagazine.com/reviews/fall...
ALBUM REVIEW: #Ratboys talk to a ghost on 'Singin' to an Empty Chair,' out Friday | The band plays August Hall in San Francisco on April 4 and Aladdin Theater in Portland on April 8.✏️: Ahbree Innis.
Ratboys talk to a ghost on 'Singin' to an Empty Chair' | ALBUM REVIEW
"Singin' to an Empty Chair" is Ratboys' sixth album, and it’s undoubtedly the Chicago band's most vulnerable work yet.
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February 4, 2026 at 8:04 PM
ALBUM REVIEW: #Ratboys talk to a ghost on 'Singin' to an Empty Chair,' out Friday | The band plays August Hall in San Francisco on April 4 and Aladdin Theater in Portland on April 8.✏️: Ahbree Innis.
Pop from #BabyQueen, #MissGrit and #Cannons, rock from #FaiLaci, nu metal from #MagnoliaPark and #ArrowsinAction, an a capella choral tune by #Lyyra and soul from #EthanTucker. ✏️ : Rachel Alm.
Cannons, Lyyra, Fai Laci, Baby Queen, Magnolia Park: Tuesday Tracks | RIFF
Pop by Baby Queen, Miss Grit and Cannons, rock by Fai Laci, nu metal from Magnolia Park, a choral tune by Lyyra and soul from Ethan Tucker.
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February 3, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Pop from #BabyQueen, #MissGrit and #Cannons, rock from #FaiLaci, nu metal from #MagnoliaPark and #ArrowsinAction, an a capella choral tune by #Lyyra and soul from #EthanTucker. ✏️ : Rachel Alm.
ALBUM REVIEW: #Puscifer finds power in restraint on the dark, deliberate ‘Normal Isn’t’ | Catch @puscifermusic.bsky.social at Moda Center in RIP City on May 8 and Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco on May 11. ✏️: Mike DeWald.
Puscifer finds power in restraint on the dark, deliberate 'Normal Isn’t' | REVIEW
Puscifer leans into restraint on "Normal Isn’t," trading chaos for dark grooves, sharp songwriting and an unexpectedly accessible edge.
riffmagazine.com
February 3, 2026 at 5:04 PM
ALBUM REVIEW: #Puscifer finds power in restraint on the dark, deliberate ‘Normal Isn’t’ | Catch @puscifermusic.bsky.social at Moda Center in RIP City on May 8 and Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco on May 11. ✏️: Mike DeWald.