ARTIST TO WATCH: LIZZO
The radio started playing, “Why men great ‘til they gotta be great?” Almost instantaneously, my head perked up, my skin began to glow. I pulled over and checked the car dashboard. What was this song called? “Truth Hurts” by Lizzo. Save. The harmony went on, “You tried...
Keep an eye out for CHARLES LOTT
Few actors get to claim their first big acting role was alongside a seasoned professional like Ben Affleck. Charles Lott, an up and coming actor, is one of those few; he stars alongside Affleck in the upcoming film Torrance about an ex-basketball star’s struggle with...
Movie Hater or Movie Lover; “Yesterday,” Is Genius. Period.
I don’t watch much television shows/movies– maybe 1-2 hours a month when I’m forced into the cinema by family and friends who swear there’s something wrong with me. So, it’s safe to say others were surprised to hear of my positive reviews for the newest drama,...
P!nk Takes Artistic Leaps in Can We Pretend ft. Cash Cash Animated Video
Lately, P!nk has blown up the music industry. Her single, “Walk Me Home” rose to the #1 song on Billboard’s Adult Pop Songs Radio Airplay Chart for the 10th time and Billboard’s Dance Club Songs Chart for the 6th time. She also continues her record of the most #1’s...
The Newest “Child’s Play” Deserves an A
For someone who is usually not so fond of film reboot’s, the newest “Child’s Play” may be better than the original. I said it! In the start of the film, Karen (played by Aubrey Plaza) is worried her son, Andy (played by Gabriel Bateman), is having trouble making...
The CONCERN foundation honors Caroll family for a lifetime of contribution
Already honored as one of Biz Bash's top 10 events to attend in Southern California, the Concern Foundation Annual Block Party combines two favorite passions of Vulkan and its readers: Social Events & Philanthropy. The CONCERN Foundation itself (CONquer canCER...
Sweet Sweet MIKA releases his new music video of “Ice Cream”
MIKA recently released his latest summer song “Ice Cream” and today the music video finally came out via Republic Records / Casablanca Records. You can find the link here. Director Francesco Calabrese filmed this piece in Barcelona, in which we can see a carefree and...
Cardi B Releases Much Anticipated Video For “Press”
Following her recent Billboard and Grammy Awards, rapper Cardi B walked home last weekend with two more awards for “Album of the Year” and “Female Hip-Hop Artist” at the BET Awards. At the awards show, she premiered her latest single, “Press” with an enigmatic...
Gucci Mane Is on Fire in His Newest Music Video for “Backwards Feat. Meek Mill”
Gucci Mane must be working like lightning by the speed his releases are firing out. Let’s re-jog our memories. It was only six months ago that Gucci Mane's album, Evil Genius, was released. Not even a week ago he announced his newest album, Delusions of Grandeur. The...
Taylor Swift’s “You Need to Calm Down” Falls Flat
Following the release of her single “ME!” featuring Brendon Urie, Taylor Swift returns with an equally poppy track, “You Need to Calm Down.” Although a well-intentioned message to internet trolls, Swift’s attempt to spread positivity simply comes off as tired and...
Elton John Is Still Standing and Better Than He Ever Did
In his biographical film, “Rocketman,” we learn just that; Elton John is a rocket man (A multifaceted superhuman: a prodigy, an indestructible force, an inspiration and social activist). I rate “Rocketman” five stars, hands down. Duh, it’s about Elton John. Jokes...
Finding Clarity in The Dispute Between Zedd and Singer-Songwriter Matthew Koma
Early musical collaborations between Matthew Koma and Zedd mutually propelled their careers in several ways, most notably resulting in their song “Clarity”, winning a Grammy Award and Billboard Top 10 position. However, in a relatively uncommon occurrence in music...
Team Up for Tourette’s: Interview with Devin Denicola
Denicola Enterprises, along with ScholasTICS Tourette Supporters and Southern California Tourette Association, is putting on their annual Team Up for Tourette’s Red Carpet Brunch & Fundraiser on June 9th. The event will be held at Preux & Proper in Downtown...
Netflix Releases Ted Bundy’s Original: Is It Wicked, Evil or Vile Enough?
2019 is the year of Ted Bundy, or so it seems, at least on Netflix; The media service provider started the year off releasing its docuseries on the infamous serial killer called, “Conversations With a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes.” And not even two weeks ago, the...
Raise Your Glass for P!nk: Beautiful Trauma Tour
by Alexandra Tuil Many of us have been exposed to the talent that is P!nk, the incredible singer that brought us adored hits like “Just Like a Pill,” “So What,” “Just Give Me a Reason,” and countless others. What sets P!nk apart, as seen during her Beautiful Trauma...
The Song of a LIFEtime: Boy George and Gladys Knight’s “Runaway Train”
Grammy Award winning Boy George and the Culture Club joined forces with the Empress of Soul herself, Gladys Knight, on "Runaway Train" from Boy George and Culture Club’s first album in 20 years entitled LIFE. The soulful jam continues the musical traditions of the...
Extremely Wicked: More Bundy from Netflix
Back in January, Netflix brought us the detailed account of Ted Bundy, one of the most infamous serial killers in U.S. history. The mini documentary series, Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes, covered everything from Ted Bundy’s upbringing and early life...
The Boys are Back: Happiness Begins on June 7
After much anticipation, the Jonas Brothers have finally announced the release of their fifth studio album set to release on June 7. The album, titled Happiness Begins, is the trio’s first album in a decade and promises to deliver all of the joyful Jonas charm we’ve...