Tag: <span>indie rock</span>

Sir Sly, 10/11/18, Scoot Inn, Austin, Photos – Write-Up

Sir Sly needs to be experienced live!  These rockers put on a hell of a performance at Scoot Inn for their ACL Festival late night set.  Their unique music videos do a great job conveying what to expect.  Landon Jacobs lays it all on the line, sharing personal difficulties that resonate …

The Nude Party, 10/6/18, Scoot Inn, Austin, Photos – Write-Up

Up and coming psych rockers, The Nude Party impressed at their ACL Festival Late Night showcase.  The North Carolinians band owned the stage like seasoned vets and kept the crowd captivated with their new take on a very classic sound.  Do not miss a chance to see The Nude Party!

Gang of Youths, Antone’s, Austin, 10/4/18, Photos – Review

Written by Greg Ackerman Photos by James ATX Australian rock band Gang of Youths performed to a sold-out Antone’s Nightclub Thursday, October 4 to kick off weekend one of Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL Fest). The Sydneysiders played the Honda Stage at ACL Fest on Saturday to a fairly large crowd given …

Jenny Lewis, 9/20/2018, Gruene Hall, New Braunfels, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Usually, Jenny Lewis performs on bigger stages such as Stubbs and festivals, so it was quite a treat to see her dazzling in her return to a cozy and packed Gruene Hall.  Drawing from her extensive discography from a myriad of projects since 1998, she …

Liz Phair, 9/27/2018, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Liz Phair was the embodiment of 90s indie rock girl power as she thrilled the sold out show at Mohawk, armed with a multitude of electric guitars, orange amps, and a commanding voice that was sweet and strong.  Looking around, there was no question die-hard …

Sons of an Illustrious Father, Stubb’s, 9/26/2018, Austin, Photos – Write-up 

Written by Bang Ho  Photos by James ATX Sons of an Illustrious Father are a humble three piece outfit that filled the Stubbs venue with so many different kinds of sounds and music.  Before the show began, Ezra Miller (drummer/singer) offered ear plugs to the audience and handed some out from a …

Lucius, 9/14/18, Paramount, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Lucius, a harmonizing duo backed by three extremely talented musicians, filled the historic Paramount with music that pleased the ears and sent shivers through the soul.  Usually audiences applaud after the performance, but like a congregation moved at Sunday service –the Lucius fans at the …

Neon Desert Music Festival 2018, El Paso, TX: Photos – Write-up

Written by ManVsParty For the 8th year in a row, the Neon Desert Music Festival had the El Paso/Juarez borderland dancing on Memorial Day weekend. The West Texas festival boasted an impressive lineup of chart toppers, up and comers, and local acts from a variety of musical backgrounds. What made Neon …

Franz Ferdinand, 5/9/2017, Emo’s, Austin: Photos – Write-up

Written and photos by Bang Ho Franz Ferdinand is one of those bands that are hard to fully describe in one sound, having been around for sixteen years with five albums and some line up changes in between.  Their dedicated fan base are a testament to their virtuosity –during the first …