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Judas Priest, 10/24/2024, Germania Insurance Amphitheater, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Turner Ashby From the first chord to the final encore, Judas Priest delivered a performance that further deepened their legacy as rock legends at their concert on October 24th at Germania Insurance Amphitheater. The audience cheered while they eagerly waited for the rock legends to take the …

DJ Shadow, 10/23/2024, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and photos by Neal Cribb On October 23, 2024, DJ Shadow delivered an entrancing performance at Mohawk in Austin, TX, seamlessly blending hip-hop, electronic beats, and his signature sample-driven style. Celebrated as a pioneer of instrumental hip-hop, he took fans on a journey through his catalog, mixing classics from Endtroducing….. with more …

Opeth, 10/24/2024, Emo’s, Austin, Photo – Write-up

Written and photos by Neal Cribb The Opeth show at Emo’s Austin on October 24, 2024, was a masterclass in progressive metal, combining raw power with haunting beauty. Fans were treated to an atmospheric, multi-layered setlist that showcased both Opeth’s heavier, death-metal roots and their more melodic, progressive works. The set …

Charly Bliss, The Parish, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Charly Bliss grabbed my attention 5 years ago at SXSW 2019 so thoroughly that I had to catch three of their shows that year; so it was no surprise I had to see them on this tour cycle for their first full length album …

Nero, 10/18/2024, Emo’s, Austin. Photo – Write-up

Written and photos by Neal Cribb On October 18, 2024, Nero’s founding members Dan Stephens and Joe Ray took the stage at Emo’s in Austin, TX, as part of their “Into the Unknown” tour. Known for their masterful production skills, the duo delivered a mesmerizing set featuring their signature fusion of …

GZA and Inspectah Deck, 9/4/2024, Empire Garage, Austin, Photos – Write-Up

Written and photos by Neal Cribb GZA and Inspectah Deck brought their lyrical prowess to the Empire Garage in Austin, TX, on September 4th, 2024, delivering a night dripping in classic Wu-Tang nostalgia. As part of their Texas tour, the two hip-hop legends commanded the stage with razor-sharp verses and signature …

Elvis Francois – “Difference”

Today, Elvis Francois steps from the hospital to the stage with the release of his new single, “Difference.” This deeply emotional track reflects on the complexities of loving someone you’ve already lost, capturing the delicate balance between hope and heartache when the end feels inevitable. “Difference” is the first single from his …

Maggie Rogers, 10/9/2024, Moody Center, Austin, Photos – Write-Up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Maggie Rogers’ The Forget Me Not Tour, pt II kicked off in Austin, proving that Austin truly is spoiled.  I’ve known that Maggie has had an amazing voice since about 2016/2017, but I was not ready for everything that was the first Maggie arena …

Quarters of Change, 9/10/2024, Scoot Inn, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Turner Ashby Quarters of Change delivered an unforgettable performance on October 9th at Scoot Inn in downtown Austin, Texas. The 4 piece from New York City drew a large crowd to the relatively small Scoot Inn concert venue and we know why now. Lead singer Ben …