Music Felon

Aesop Rock, 7/15/2016, Barracuda, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Phil Barton To wrap up his Impossible Kid tour, Aesop Rock and Rob Sonic graced Austin’s barracuda with their presence. Just like a fine wine, Aesop just gets better with time. Performing new songs and Hail Mary Mallon cuts backed by DJ Zone, everyone left knowing you witnessed …

Overcoats, 6/9/2016, Hogg Auditorium, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Overcoats performed a beautiful set opening for Matt Corby in Austin!  The duo may have only taking up a small portion in the center of the huge stage but there was nothing small about the incredible harmonies they produced.  They are a little pop, folk, electro and synth.  They blend …

Beau, 6/7/2016, Stubb’s Austin, Photos

Beau got the crowd sweating opening for BØRNS!   [bbit bandname=”Beau”]

Lewis Del Mar, 6/7/2016, Stubb’s Austin, Photos – Write-up

Lewis del Mar threw down an unforgettable performance opening for BØRNS. The NY based duo of Danny Miller and Max Harwood were joined by a full band for the Austin performance. Even though they were on their very first tour, they seemed polished and ready for a headlining spot. Lewis …

BØRNS, 6/7/2016, Stubb’s Austin, Photos – Write-up

BØRNS melted hearts with his falsetto indie chill pop. The vibe was fully reciprocated throughout the entire set between the band and the crowd. The latter did their part whether the mic was pointed at them or not; unable to contain their elation, a choir of sweet voices were heard …

Neon Desert Music Festival 2016, El Paso, TX: Photos – Write-up

Written by ManVsParty This Memorial Day Weekend, the Neon Desert Music Festival celebrated its 6th year in El Paso, TX. Music festivals have become common place all around the country so standing out is key. Although relatively young compared to larger festivals here in Austin or around the country, Neon Desert …

Holiday Mountain, 5/14/16, Parish, Austin, Photos

From bio: Coming from the “Keep-It-Weird” capital of Austin, Texas, electronic duo Holiday Mountain pushes a genre-expanding sound, fusing together their affinity for EDM, hip-hop, and pop to create a force so strong, even NPR concedes that “resistance is futile”. “After witnessing their atomic live set, you’ll be rendered breathless,” …

Blue Healer, 5/14/16, Parish, Austin, Photos

From bio: Born out of the belief that music should be fun, BLUE HEALER cruised into the Austin scene in 2015 with the ease of your first high school set of wheels – the wheels you got to second-base in on a neon-tinged Friday night. Mixing distorted upright bass, shimmering guitar, …

Knox Hamilton, 5/19/2016, Parish, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Knox Hamilton sounded phenomenal at the Parish! The up-and-coming pop superstars are touring to support their EP How’s Your Mind.  Despite the late start due to an audio issue, the set was a non-stop dance party! Boots Copeland (lead vocals, guitar) with his brother Cobo Copeland (drum, vocals), Drew Buffington (guitar), and Taylor Flynn …