Tag: <span>Pop Rock</span>

Weezer, 8/27/2024, Moody Center, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and photos by Neal Cribb Weezer delivered an unforgettable performance at the Moody Center in Austin on September 27, 2024, as part of their Voyage to the Blue Planet tour. The band, led by Rivers Cuomo, took the stage at 9:20 PM, immediately captivating the audience with a setlist that …

UPSAHL, , 9/17/2024, The Parish, Austin, Photos – Write-up

UPSAHL’s “Melt Me Down” tour made a stop at The Parish in Austin on September 17, 2024. The friendly venue was the perfect setting for her exciting performance, which was raw, showcasing their unique blend of pop and punk influences and their relatable and unapologetic lyrics. The night kicked off …

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 …

Panic! At the Disco, 3/31/2018, 3Ten, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho While SXSW has been over for a few weeks, that didn’t stop Panic! At The Disco from performing a last minute pop up show in the intimate 3Ten venue in Austin for hardcore fans.  The show was announced the morning of the show, fans …

Blue October, 11/18/2017, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Steve Benham Photos by Bang Ho   I had the privilege of seeing the Blue October concert at Stubbs in Austin on Saturday, November the 18th. This was the first time I have caught a Blue October performance in over 10 years, and they did not disappoint… not for one …

MUNA, 10/12/2017, Parish, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and photos by Bang Ho   MUNA is a band that caught my ear’s attention during SXSW 2016 and are only gaining more fans as time goes on.  They have been playing sold out shows opening for Harry Styles around the world and stopped for four shows in Austin, (three …

Gin Wigmore, 4/19/2016, Parish, Austin, Photos – Write-Up

Written by Bang Ho If your eyes weren’t on Gin Wigmore’s captivating New Zealand face when the band took the stage, they were guaranteed to be as soon as her high and raspy disctinct voice started belting. Think British chanteuse Duffy with a lower register singing along with a rockabilly tinged …

American Authors, 4/8, The Sidewinder, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Guest writer Bang Ho While American Authors has only been around by name for roughly 4 years, the band has been together since 2006 under the previous moniker The Blue Pages. A huge full sound fit for a bigger venue, the veteran band had such a commanding presence. Once one …

BANNERS – SXSW 2016 Top 20

BANNERS sings beautiful pop ballads with alluring and haunting vocals! From Wikipedia: Michael Joseph Nelson, known under the stage name Banners (styled as BANNERS), is an English musician from Liverpool. He released his debut EP Banners in January 2016 through Island Records, following three singles released in 2015: “Ghosts”, “Shine a Light” …