Subtle Lovers is a band whose makeup is unusual in the Reno indie-rock scene. It was formed by two members of Moondog Matinee—vocalist Peter Woolf Barnato and bassist Adam Carpenter—and the band’s ranks have swelled to double-digits since its debut in 201... See more
The life of a professional musician can be unsettled, as you commonly need more than one band or project to sustain yourself, both creatively and financially. This is a scenario that Miguel Jimenez-Cruz knows well. At age 32, Jimenez-Cruz is at a crossroa... See more
As a musician, there are stock “rock ’n’ roll dreams” you always share with your peers. One of those is to go out on tour, especially under the best of circumstances. That just happened to two Reno bands—Grimedog and Cryptilians—who spent a hefty chunk of... See more
After 30 years as a music fan and musician in Reno, I’ve come to believe that a distinctive sound is essential to success as a band in this town. If there are too many groups that sound just like each other, usually only one will be left standing after a ... See more
Radio shows and podcasts sometimes fly under the radar—but for listeners, they can be a fixture of musical life and an important way for people to learn about local music. Local online shows include Worst Little Podcast, This Shouldn’t Work and Mix Tapes.... See more
