Cavetown, or Robbie Skinner as he’s known offstage, painted Austin in hues of vulnerability on June 23rd at the Moody Amphitheater. The show was full of heartfelt lyrics, infectious melodies, and an undeniable connection between artist and audience. Skinner’s stage presence was as captivating as their music. He created a …
Barns Courtney’s performance at Stubb’s on July 24th proved his raw talent and captivating stage presence. The British singer-songwriter, known for his gritty vocals and energy, transformed the Austin venue into a church of rock and roll. His powerful voice, a blend of vulnerability and raw intensity, filled every corner …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho Mae Mae captivated the rapt audience with her calming voice and nylon string guitar, backed by only an electric guitar. Sometimes, drums and bass aren’t necessary when the rest of the band does the heavy lifting. She even played a cute new song that …
On June 28th, Stubb’s BBQ in Austin played host to a night of raw energy, nostalgic singalongs, and musical solidarity as Say Anything celebrated the 20th anniversary of their seminal album, “Is A Real Boy.” The crowd was a diverse mix, united by a shared love for Say Anything’s music …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho Pvris played such a versatile set that showcased the diversity of their range, from their metalcore roots to a more synthy/electronic sound. There’s one word that described the sound of the set –pretty much every song was an anthem and seemed to move you …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho Alice Longyu Gao was just in Austin for SXSW 2024 and is already back again, this time opening for 3 year new Austin resident Danny Brown. ALG is categorized as hyper pop, but she doesn’t really fit neatly into that package that is difficult …
Guest written by: V. Zamorsky and Photos by Bang Ho Seeing Sarah McLachlan in concert was as ethereal as ever. It was as if no time had passed since I saw her in Austin at Lilith Fair in 1998 and 1999 or 10 years ago. Her voice is hauntingly beautiful, …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho I’ve lost count of how many times Pale Waves have wowed me with their amazing live shows that just fill you with a desire to sway, bob your head, sing along, or dance. This is their tenth year and their fourth album is slated …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho I first became a Feist fan around 2004 and have waited so long to catch a show that I thought my best bet might be a Broken Social Scene show at SXSW in 2019 (she did not join them for that performance). My prayers …
