Category: <span>Write-up</span>

The Front Bottoms, 12/2/2022, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Bang Ho Living in Austin, we get spoiled quite often, but what a treat it was for The Front Bottoms to kick off their “Road to the Champagne Jam 2022 Tour” at Emo’s.  The band core consists of Brian Sella on vocals/electric acoustic guitar and drummer Matt Uychich with …

Voxtrot, 11/11-12/2022, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Noel Webber and Photos by Bang Ho “Jared’s jacket is going on sale for $500,” Ramesh Srivastava quipped after the band was informed their merchandise had sold out halfway through their second night of playing at Mohawk in Austin. Voxtrot’s reunion tour after a 12-year hiatus was greeted with …

Metric, 9/30/2022, ACL Live, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Metric had the packed venue enthralled with their thrilling lights and larger-than-life sound for their Doomscroller Tour.  Everything about the show was crisp; the songs, the performance, and the banter were captivating.  The stage was huge but their presence made it feel just right for …

The Mountain Goats, 9/16/2022, Paramount Theatre, Austin, Photos – Write-up

The Mountain Goats played an amazing 25-song set at the Paramount Theatre. They rocked the theatre with their signature lo-fi indie rock. The music got the crowd on their feet for the favorites like No Children, Wage Wars Get Rich Die Handsome, and Heel Turn 2. It was an extraordinary …

The Killers, 9/9/2022, Moody Center, Austin, Write-up

Written by Bang Ho Photos by @robloud A Johnny Marr and The Killers double bill is a dream come true.  Johnny and his band started the night with a great mix set.  Of course that included some of The Smith’s songs not only with him reprising his original role in that …

illuminati hotties, 2/16/2022, Antone’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Photos by Bang Ho illuminati hotties tore it up at Antone’s. Thier indie/post-punk sounds filled the room with energy and invigorated the soul. Getting so punky that a mosh pit opened up for a few of their punk rock bangers. Do not miss a chance to see illuminati hotties live!

Chvrches, 11/10-12/2021, ACL Live, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Chvrches have been making music together for a decade now this past September, and through it all, they keep reaching new heights in their music and stage presence.  They played three shows at ACL Live Moody Theater to a crowd that was beyond enthusiastic.  Before …

The Backseat Lovers, 11/3/2021, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

The Backseat Lovers are currently touring their debut album When We Were Friends, which is a phenomenal album with the chart-topping hit “Kilby Girl”. The crowd was ready for the high-energy guitar-driven rock. At several points during the concert, the crowd’s screams drowned out the music. Now is a great …

IDLES, 10/23/2021, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

IDLES killed their set for a sold-out crowd at Stubb’s. Their post-punk style had the crowd moshing, crowd surfing, and bopping to the beat. Miley, a fan front and center on the rail brought roses for the band. Johnny, another fan had the best birthday after being serenaded on stage …