Shot by the Girls Who Were There

Photos By: Stephanie Axelrod

Photos By: Toby Shapiro

Photos By: Toby Shapiro

BIZZY has been busy carving her place in the pop world since her breakout moment in 2022, when her debut single, “Anybody,” went viral on TikTok.

You know how in certain movies from the late 2000s to the mid 2010s there would be a montage of the main protagonist having an extreme makeover from nerd to all of a sudden, the most attractive person alive?

Photos By: Toby Shapiro

Photos by: Stephanie Axelrod

Alt-rock/pop-punk artist LØLØ is stepping into an exciting new chapter following the release of her new single “the devil wears converse”. We caught up with LØLØ to talk about the story behind her new track, how her sound is evolving, and what’s inspiring her lately both in and out of the studio.

The Summer School Tour rolled into Silver Spring, Maryland, bringing a stacked lineup of rising alt and pop-rock talent to the stage. With Charlotte Sands, Taylor Acorn, and Rain City Drive trading headlining duties, plus high-energy sets from Beauty School Dropout, If Not For Me, and more, the night was a perfect showcase of the tour’s artist-first spirit.

The idobi Radio Summer School Tour (Summer School Tour) is a rising force in the alt-music scene—bringing back the grassroots excitement of Warped Tour with a fresh, community-driven twist.

Relive the magic of Tom Odell and The Lumineers’ unforgettable Kia Forum show on August 9, 2025. View stunning live photos by Toby Shapiro capturing every note and moment.

Singer-songwriter Em Beihold released her debut EP Infrared in 2017, her second EP Egg in the Backseat in 2022, and a few singles and collabs since then. Her recent music release kicks off her comeback, as she looks forward to her debut album and merging emotions with colorful visuals soon.

If you’ve ever fallen fast and felt everything all at once, BIZZY’s written your soundtrack. With her signature blend of diary-entry honesty and cinematic alt-pop production, the Maryland-born, Nashville-based artist has just released her newest single, “I Really Like This Part”—a shimmering, slow-build anthem that captures the intoxicating rush of new love.

Katy Perry lit up the Honda Center in Anaheim on July 13, and photographer Toby Shapiro was there to capture every moment. Check out the full photo gallery from this unforgettable show.

See Lora Mouna’s dynamic performance at Mercury Lounge on July 5, 2025. View the full photo gallery from the night and catch a glimpse of her rising star power in action.

On Thursday night, rising alt-pop artist Mer Marcum lit up the Mercury Lounge with a set that was both intimate and electric.

On Monday, June 23, I had the opportunity to work with Molly Grace shooting some pre-show portraits for the first time and shoot her set opening for Betty Who in Detroit, MI. 

With magnetic vocals and a gift for turning emotional disarray into narrative gold, Felicity is emerging as one of the most promising new artists in alt-pop. Felicity’s newest single, “I’ll Have What He’s Having”, captures everything that sets the rising artist apart: powerful vocals, perceptive lyricism, and a knack for turning emotional turmoil into something strangely joyful.

On a perfect Southern California evening, WYO took the stage at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, blending cinematic rock with introspective lyrics in a set that felt both expansive and deeply grounded.

Ms. Lauryn Hill has educated me for almost three decades. I am sure she’ll do so for a lifetime. Her music was played on the radio during the car ride to school, in school, at home, and through speakers in my neighborhood. It was music that was always present, always relevant, and would stay that way for years to come. 

On her From Florida’s Finest Tour, SAILORR made her mark on New York City with an unforgettable stop at Bowery Ballroom.

Brooklyn’s Elsewhere Zone 1 was pure chaos—in the best way—when NOBRO, Bad Waitress, and Nautics tore through their explosive sets. Photographer Stephanie Axelrod captured it all—from high kicks to chaotic pit moments to the sheer joy of letting loose in a dark venue with your favorite bands.

One Ok Rock visited Washington DC last Saturday to play a show to a full house at The Anthem. The Anthem is located along the waterfront of the Potomac River, making it a perfect backdrop for concert goers and music fans.