Written by Bang Ho While there are numerous one man/woman bands these days with the advent of digital loopers and synthesizers, few wow as Jack Garratt did at his show at Stubbs. As if his distinct voice dynamically runs from soulfully low and grizzled smoothly to a sweet falsetto that …
Written by Bang Ho Two Door Cinema Club is not just a band that captures well composed melodies in the studio, they are an exemplary touring one to boot –the full package, stage performance and musically. They had seven huge video displays that were about 15 feet high and four …
Written by Joe Shaw Continued from Weathers – Photos – Write-up Next up, Jr Jr (Formerly Dale Earnhardt Jr Jr), wowed the crowd and took the energy to the next level! From their Golden Girls inspired sequin outfits (reminding us all to not take ourselves so seriously) to their Summer 2015 single …
Like a well-oiled tornado, the Cold War Kids tore through their hour and a half set for their ACL Late night show. The veterans of indie rock have their performance dialed-in and yet did not seem forced or orchestrated. The set list had the crowd riding waves of nostalgia, blues …
Written by Nicole If you’re into festivals and you’re not attending UTOPiAfest then you’re missing out on an amazing experience. This BYOB camping music festival brings an astonishing line up of musical talent every year to the Four Sister’s Ranch in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. This was …
Written by Bang Ho When seeing a band that’s been around for three and a half decades, it’s a treat and a surprise to see what will be played. While some bands worry about playing their hits early in the set, Violent Femmes jumped started their show with Blister in …
Written by Phil Barton To get the party started for Aesop Rock’s Impossible Kid tour, Homeboy Sandman brought fire. Working the crowd like a headliner, he dropped bars with depth like only he can. As icing on the cake, he joined Aesop to perform as Lice, their side project that …
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 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 …
