"They're calling it "the coldest summer in San Francisco in decades," which feels about right, but August always drags San Francisco out of hibernation. Outside Lands this year was, as always, a balance between long lines, interesting fashion choices, and the eternal gamble of a porta potty. But the music is always worth Karl's ice-cold mood swings, and this month is for Golden Gate Park. Festivals are funny that way; time slows down, and a great set can carry you through that $15 boba tea."
"Punk rock is a fresh cup of coffee. I started the day with back-to-back female rage at Lands End: Destroy Boys, then Mannequin Pussy. Girl moshing, primal screams, and calls against oppression were everywhere this weekend, but nowhere did it hit harder than in that pit. With a stiff neck and smudged makeup, I headed to Twin Peaks for Marina. Like everyone there, I've been a fan since The Family Jewels in 2010."
Outside Lands in Golden Gate Park unfolded amid an unusually cold San Francisco summer, with long lines, eclectic fashion, and typical festival inconveniences. Friday featured aggressive, female-fronted punk from Destroy Boys and Mannequin Pussy, generating intense pits, primal screams, and anti-oppression calls. Marina performed at Twin Peaks, blending classics and new material from Princess of Power while maintaining strong crowd engagement. Doechii delivered a Grammy-tinged, theatrical set at Lands End, showcasing growing artistry. The festival atmosphere alternated between the city's chilly mood and the restorative power of standout live performances that buoyed attendees.
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