Biggest Little Bands

Split Persona is back in Reno! Originally formed in Reno before making the move to Las Vegas 2 years ago, Split Persona sat down with Biggest Little Bands to talk about their journey as a band, the move out of their hometown, expanding their fanbase, life on the road, and some of the memories they’ve made along the way, including the infamous fry incident! Catch Split Persona TONIGHT (Friday, September 4th) at The Greenhouse in Reno for an all ages show and show them some hom

Written by Tommylee Spurger Photography by Trevor Castillo Etiquette performs for a packed crowd in Reno. Photo by Trevor Castillo. Etiquette is not interested in giving listeners an easy label. Instead, the band draws influences from Blondie, 50’s Jazz, The Smiths and Radiohead, creating a sound that cannot be described by a single genre. “It kind of takes the fun out of the guessing game for everybody. I'm giving you the answer,’ drummer Wolfgang Hendrix, said when asked w

For over a decade, Rigorous Proof has been creating their own unique place in Reno's music scene, and we had the chance to sit down with the band to talk about everything that's brought them to this point! In this interview, we dive into their upcoming album, Find the Others, the stories behind their previous band names, how the members first met, and what it's been like keeping Rigorous Proof together since 2011. The conversation also explores their creative process, the evo

In this interview, Biggest Little Bands sits down with Cyanate to discuss their journey as a band, their upcoming first international tour, and how this project has helped them grow both musically and personally. We talk about memorable moments from touring, the realities behind life on the road, misconceptions people often have about metalheads, and what they're most excited for as they prepare to take this next big step together. Thank you to Cyanate for taking the time to

By Caydie Tampac Photos by Stefan Jasić Edited by Malory Shaw At a Las Vegas backyard show, a doe-eyed girl with side-swept bangs and blonde hair tied into soft pigtails steps out onto the platform. She has her dusty rose bass guitar hanging from a leopard print strap. Backed by rapid shredding and explosive drumming, she approaches the mic with a delicate demeanor. Her euphoric voice washes over the audience, then soars into a guttural death metal scream. Who could it be oth

By Lauren Juillerat Edited by Malory Shaw Gabe Kanae poses near the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco during a photo shoot for his album “Juno & Solina.” For Reno artist Gabe Kanae, “Juno & Solina” isn’t just another release in his ever-growing discography; it’s something he’s been quietly working on for over a year. Dropping May 1st, the album marks a noticeable shift in Kanae’s sound and mindset. His past releases have made him known for an emotional pop sound, but this p