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Smallpools, 9/26/2017, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Bang Ho   Smallpools did everything big, from the sound to the performance on stage at Emo’s. Sean Scanlon’s vocals spanned an octave or two in a matter of a few notes with ease as he played synth/keys with the rest of the band fully filling out the …

Black Pistol Fire, 9/29/2017, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Black Pistol Fire‘s Deadbeat Graffiti album release, benefit, and tour kick off party was exactly what you’d expect from one of the most energetic bands on the scene!  The set took you on the same roller-coaster ride that is their fifth album Deadbeat Graffiti.  The crowd released their demons and got …

Possessed by Paul James, 9/29/2017, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Possessed by Paul James is a one man wall of punk rock bluegrass/roots/folk sound.  Konrad Wert becomes possessed when he hits the stage, full of energy, though sat in a chair for the entire performance.  Normally sitting before a few hundred people to keep the shows intimate feels, he thoroughly …

MisterWives, 9/26/2017, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Bang Ho MisterWive’s distinct brand of indie pop flooded the Emo’s venue with it’s warm upbeat melodies. Mandy Lee’s unique vocals range from low and smokey to high and razor sharp in a moment. The fast guitar upstrokes run in the ska vein, keeping the song’s feet dancing. …

MF Mabel Interview: Possessed by Paul James

One man musical phenomenon, Possessed by Paul James sat down for a quick interview with Mabel! [bbit bandname=”PossessedbyPaulJames”]

MF Mabel Interview: Black Pistol Fire

Black Pistol Fire answered some hard hitting questions with Mabel before their Deadbeat Graffiti album and tour launch. [bbit bandname=”BlackPistolFire”]

UTOPiAfest 2017, Four Sisters Ranch, Utopia, TX: Photos – Write-up

Written by Nicole   UTOPiAfest kept its chilled vibe for its 9th and final year at Four Sister Ranch in Utopia Texas.  This festival is an experience I look forward to every year and hope the change to a currently unknown location will not lose its magic. This family friendly BYOB camping …

Tangerine, 9/19/2015, Emo’s, Austin, TX

Written by Bang Ho   Tangerine, comprised of sisters Marika on vocals/guitar and Miro on drums with their childhood friend Toby, opened up for Bleachers and got the crowd bopping and dancing.  The style of music changed from song to song, ranging from slower slacker pop rock to swift paced …

MF Mabel Interview: Wild Child

Kelsey and Alexander of Wild Child sat down for a fun interview with Mabel before their Saturday night set at UTOPiAFEST 2017! [bbit bandname=”WildChild”]