Tag: <span>Rock</span>

Fantastic Negrito, 8/24/2024, ACL Live, Austin, Photos and Write-up

Written and photos by Neal Cribb Fantastic Negrito, hailing from Oakland, California, brought his bluesy, soulful style to ACL Live at the Moody Theater in Austin, Texas on August 22, 2024. His stage presence that night was hotter than the temperature outside! His songs of love, pain, and vulnerability filled …

Toledo, 7/28/2024, Mohawk, Austin, Write-up – Photos

Photos by Bang Ho Toledo’s performance at the Mohawk on July 28th was a charming display of raw power and intimacy. The duo’s sound filled the iconic Austin venue, leaving the audience stunned by their ability to create great music with minimal instrumentation. Every note resonated deeply, making it an …

Barns Courtney, 7/24/2024, Stubb’s, Austin, Write-up – Photos

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 …

Say Anything, 7/24/2024, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

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 …

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, …

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 …

Rainbow Kitten Surprise, 5/23/2024, ACL Live, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Rainbow Kitten Surprise brought their signature brand of genre-bending rock to ACL Live last Thursday, May 23rd, for night 2 of their “Tiny Music Box Tour” in Austin. The crowd, eager after the band’s 2023 tour cancellation, buzzed with anticipation as the lights dimmed and the stage bathed in a …

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 …

The Unlikely Candidates, 4/19/2024, Mohawk, Austin, Photos and Write-up

The Unlikely Candidates brought the heat to the Mohawk in Austin! Proving once again that they deserve to be headlining much bigger stages. The energy was electric from the opening chords, and the crowd was on fire throughout the night. Frontman Kyle Morris owned the stage with his commanding vocals …