‘Save the Showbox’ effort dealt big blow, as judge strikes down temporary protection
A King County Superior Court judge struck down a Seattle City Council measure staving off redevelopment of the longtime music venue.
Michael Rietmulder
Michael Rietmulder is the Seattle Times music writer.
Chastity Belt’s Julia Shapiro steps out with impressive, soul-searching solo debut ‘Perfect Version’
While re-examining her music career, Julia Shapiro takes strides as a songwriter with her stripped-down solo debut on Hardly Art. Shapiro plays a June 27...
Rising Seattle teen rapper Lil Mosey earns coveted spot on hip-hop publication XXL's Freshman Class list
The 17-year-old from Mountlake Terrace landed on the prominent hip-hop publication's annual list of artists on the rise.
At historic Royal Esquire Club, members add new energy amid a changing Seattle
In recent years, the black men's social club, founded more than 70 years ago, has faced big challenges, including gentrification and an aging membership. But...
Guns N’ Roses star Duff McKagan reveals what led to his surprisingly countrified new album, ‘Tenderness’
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New indie rock 'micro-festival' coming to Washington wine country
The California-born boutique festival is adding a Walla Walla edition, bringing indie-rock veterans to Washington wine country.
Ticket alert: Brandi Carlile announces new Seattle Symphony shows at Benaroya Hall
The red-hot Washington star has shown no signs of slowing down since picking up three Grammys this year.
After delays, Bumbershoot 2019 lineup arrives lighter on star power than in past
The lineup for the mainstay Seattle festival, originally expected three weeks ago, seems a little light on big-name acts. But organizers say another one is...
Review: Brandi Carlile’s epic Gorge bash Echoes Through the Canyon punctuates incredible run
Home-state folk-rock hero Brandi Carlile led an all-star lineup featuring Emmylou Harris and Neko Case during her first headlining concert at the Gorge Amphitheatre on...
Columbia City Beatwalk, homegrown musical pillar of a changing Seattle neighborhood, turns 25
While the South Seattle neighborhood has changed a lot in the last 25 years, Beatwalk organizers say the community-driven music crawl's character and spirit have...