Spiritbox’s ascendance within the current realm of popular metal music has been thrilling to watch. In just a few short years, the band has embarked on numerous sold-out headliner tours throughout the globe, opened for rock mainstays like Korn, Shinedown, and Ghost, and garnered multiple Grammy nominations.

One of the most exciting aspects of concert journalism is the ability to encounter music you never would've experienced if you only covered one specific style of music. Prior to about a month ago, I had no idea the genre of electro-swing even existed.

hat’s why when Lauren Mayberry announced a solo project, I was immediately on board. I’ve always wondered what sorts of worlds she would