An expansive interview with Nicholas Coleman that chronicles the incredible ascent of one Oakland’s most awe-inspiring and brilliant pop phenomena & big picture visions.

feature, interviewSjimon GompersMay 7, 2025softie, oakland, cherub dream records

PREMIERE | The Pennys, self-titled

Mike Ramos and R. E. Seraphin present one of the year’s most stunning records. (press photos courtesy of Alejandro B. Joven)

featureSjimon GompersApril 30, 2025mt st mtn, bay area, r e seraphin, the pennys, tony jay, mike ramos, san francisco

PREMIERE | Monte Lately, "Fever Dreams"

Introducing the new SF-based tunesmith that traces the frequencies of feelings to the wellspring of their origin source.

feature, premiereSjimon GompersApril 21, 2025monte lately, sf, san francisco

PREMIERE | eggcorn, "Hitler Was a Vegetarian"

The Vallejo artist shares a transgressive treatise on the explosive & raw dualities inherent within human nature. (photographed by Ginger Fierstein)

featureSjimon GompersApril 14, 2025eggcorn, bay area, vallejo, spirit house

PREMIERE | Larry-Peace Love Yes, "Look Into the Mirror With Love"

PDX ambassador of goodwill and good vibes shares an anthem of universal harmony from the new album Everyone On This Planet Is Family.

feature, videoSjimon GompersApril 10, 2025larry peace love yes, larry yes, nadine records

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