The 17 best local albums of the year (so far)
Homegrown folk-country stars, revived blue-collar punks and red-hot newcomers have delivered impressive new records this year.
Michael Rietmulder
Michael Rietmulder is the Seattle Times music writer.
Travis Thompson gets real about mental health, dark side of success on pivotal new album “YOUGOOD?”
The playful Burien rapper gets serious on his darker, more personal new album, produced by fellow Macklemore affiliate Tyler Dopps.
Two very different Seattle rappers are blowing up online
Veteran wordsmith Gifted Gab and out-of-nowhere teen Lil Mosey look to capitalize on viral fame.
Upstream Music Fest’s strong Northwest identity outshines thorny new Seattle backdrop
The tech-backed Upstream Music Fest celebrated Northwest artists at a time many are feeling pushed out of Seattle.
After first-year kinks, Upstream Music Fest shows improvement on Day 1 of festival’s return VIEW
It was a pretty smooth first day of the second annual Upstream Music Fest + Summit, which takes over Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood June 1-3.
Sub Pop reveals stellar lineup for 30th anniversary weekend concerts
Sub Pop's free SPF30 bash hits West Seattle on Aug. 11, but the anniversary celebration starts the night before.
Sasquatch! Music Festival recap: Artists of all ages made beloved fest feel vital
After some higher profile EDM bookings and last year’s ill-received headliner pick of Twenty One Pilots, fans largely praised this year’s slate — led by...
Upstream 2018: From Miguel to Tacocat, here’s who you need to see and who you should get to know
Upstream Music Fest + Summit returns for a second year June 1-3, showcasing Northwest artists, who make up the bulk of the 200-plus acts performing...
Thunderpussy keep rock ‘n’ roll alive on major label debut album
Hometown favorites Thunderpussy take the stage at Sasquatch! Music Festival on Friday, the same day their self-titled debut album drops.