Tag: <span>pop</span>

Alice Longyu Gao, 4/11/2024, Empire Garage, Austin, Write-up – Photos

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 …

Sarah McLachlan, 7/5/2024, Moody Amphitheater, Austin, Write-up – Photos

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, …

Feist, 7/5/2024, Moody Amphitheater, Austin, Photos – Write-up

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 …

of Montreal, 6/25/2024, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

The Athens, Georgia-based of Montreal took the stage at Mohawk Austin on June 25th to a sold-out crowd eager to experience the band’s unique brand of indie pop. The band kicked off their set with captivating energy, diving right into a mix of tracks from the new album, “Lady on …

Mother Mother, 6/23/2024, Moody Amphitheater, Austin, Photos and Write-up

On June 23, 2024, the Canadian alt-rockers Mother Mother brought their signature blend of theatricality and catchy tunes to a packed Moody Amphitheater in Austin. The venue provided a perfect setting for the band’s energy and the crowd was filled with fans both old and new.  For some, this was …

X Ambassadors, 6/12/2024, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

On June 12th, X Ambassadors delivered an exciting performance at Mohawk in Austin, starting their set with the explosive “Renegades.” The crowd was instantly captivated, singing along passionately from the first note. Lead singer Sam Harris’s powerful vocals and brother Casey Harris’s intricate keyboard melodies added depth to the live …

UPSAHL, 5/28/2024, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Photos by Bang Ho – written by James ATX UPSAHL’s recent concert at Stubb’s was a testament to her charming stage presence. UPSAHL’s performance of “Drugs” stood out, captivating the audience with its raw energy and the crowd’s echoing chorus. The entire show was a vibrant showcase of UPSAHL’s talent, …

Joe P, 5/23/2024, ACL Live, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Joe P captivated the Austin crowd with his soulful performance at ACL Live. His heartfelt lyrics and melodic guitar riffs filled the venue, creating a warm atmosphere. Highlights included the energetic “Crown Vic (Black Cloud)” and the vibrant “Off My Mind,” which had fans singing along to every word. Joe …

Adam Ant, 4/21/2024, ACL Live, Austin, Photos and Write-up

Written by guest writer Tony Nowobielski – Photos by James ATX Wow. Who knew Adam Ant rocked so hard at age 69? His voice is still strong, the band is tight and the sound/acoustics were some of the best I have heard at ACL Live/Moody Theater. The band was two …