An interview with King Parrot The Emperor·Fifteen years into the game, King Parrot still sound like a band that just kicked in the door,...Interviews·0 Comments·0·84 views
The Colourflies – Honeydripper review The Emperor·The ColourfliesHoneydripperGrindEthos Record8/10 The Colourflies hit me up about a review a couple months back, but I was...Music·0 Comments·0·22 views
In Defense Of… The Red Hot Chili Peppers? WTF. The Emperor·There are not a whole lot of hills I’m willing to die on, but I have a few:...Music·0 Comments·0·25 views
We all need a third space. The Emperor·Last December, I lost a dear friend and I couldn’t even say goodbye. That friend? The Chain Reaction....Music·0 Comments·0·83 views
God Still Loves Ugly – Atmosphere Live at Roseland Brett Rolin·I first heard of Atmosphere in 2003 like I often did back then; from my buddy Adam. He...Music·0 Comments·0·162 views
Weakened Friends and Knoxey Live at the Folsom Hotel Saloon Alisha Kirby·As a long-time fan of Weakened Friends and Sonia’s prior band, The Box Tiger, I felt the only...News·0 Comments·0·38 views
76th Street live at Starlet Room Alisha Kirby·Photo gallery from 76th Street’s Valentine’s Day set at Starlet Room in Sacramento....Music·0 Comments·0·14 views
An interview with Steve Poltz The Emperor·Steve Poltz has been around the proverbial block and has the stories to prove it. From dicking off...Interviews·0 Comments·0·141 views
Interview with Raph Copeland of knifetwister records The Emperor·Like most hardcore and metal record labels, knifetwister records isn’t quite your normal record label. Founded by Raph...Interviews·0 Comments·0·133 views
Guys, Is It Gay to Be Literate? The Emperor·Last year I read Rebecca Yarros’ Fourth Wing and loved it. Then I read Iron Flame. Then I...Books·1 Comment·0·219 views
Emperor’s Holiday Gift Guide Extravaganza 2025 The Emperor·My wife and I have this technique with our son whenever we wander into a toy aisle —...Culture·0 Comments·0·58 views
The Emperor presents: The Opiate Reviews The Emperor·So, at the ripe old age of forty fucking four, I had a hip replacement. Two days into...Music·0 Comments·0·71 views
Story of the Year, Senses Fail, and Armor for Sleep – Live at the Roxian Theatre presented by Citizens Damara Jade·When I requested this show, I thought it would be a great night for emo 2000s nostalgia. The...Music·0 Comments·0·74 views
Interview with Dave Lee, Creator of the Cardboard Sessions The Emperor·The internet has lots of weird shit to offer, but also includes amazing music sessions like NPR’s Tiny...Interviews·0 Comments·0·69 views
Illuminati Hotties Live at the Warfield Alisha Kirby·Illuminati Hotties opened for Jack’s Mannequin on the Made For Each Other tour at The Warfield in San...Music·0 Comments·0·21 views
The Jack’s Mannequin Made For Each Other tour, aka The Ultimate Charisma tour Alisha Kirby·Few bands seem to truly understand what the people (me, specifically) want from a setlist like Jack’s Mannequin...Music·1 Comment·0·48 views
