Keyali Mikaela

Let me just say this upfront: I was not prepared. I thought I was prepared. I had listened to HEAD FIRST on repeat for weeks. I knew every word to “8 Letters” from approximately 2018. I road-tripped to Los Angeles specifically for this show. And still — not prepared. Corbyn Besson’s sold-out night at the Troubadour on March 28th was the second and final stop of The (Head) First Tour, and if the venue’s legendary walls could talk, they’d be screaming.

The Aces are back, and they’re not just celebrating—they’re amplifying everything that made Gold Star Baby shine in the first place. The all-girl band from Orem, Utah, announced today that the deluxe edition of their 2025 queer disco masterpiece will drop in February 2026, promising fans an expanded, glittering journey through heartbreak, resilience, and unapologetic fun.

Over a decade has passed since 5 Seconds of Summer first exploded onto the music scene, and as a fan since 2012, I’ve watched them grow from teenage sensations to a band unafraid to push the boundaries of pop-rock. With their sixth studio album, EVERYONE’S A STAR!, 5SOS deliver a collection that is as experimental as it is cohesive, a record that highlights their individual creativity while showcasing the undeniable power of their collective identity.