Vincent Laroche

Your biography describes you as a singer, songwriter, composer, pianist, TV host, producer, and founder of Biscroma Records LLC. How do you see your multiple artistic roles as contributing to a singular musical voice or mission? Nelia Ross: Each role I’ve embraced, whether as singer, composer, producer, or founder, has deepened my understanding of music as a complete language. Performing allows me to connect emotionally with audiences in real time, while composing and songwriting give me...

Before Sundance turns the spotlight to Utah’s mountains, the Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) opens the cinematic year in the Californian desert — a festival that has become a key early indicator of awards season direction. The 37th edition presents 168 films from 72 countries , including 53 premieres and a strong roster of international features, documentaries, and awards contenders. The festival launched with Maryam Touzani’s Calle Málaga on January 2 and will close...

Each January, Park City and Salt Lake City in Utah become the beating heart of independent cinema — a place where bold storytelling, creative risk-taking, and cultural conversation take center stage at the Sundance Film Festival . In 2026, this beloved festival marks a particularly poignant moment: it will be the last edition held in Utah before relocating to Boulder, Colorado in 2027 . Founded in 1978 by the Sundance Institute, the festival has helped shape the cinematic landscape for...