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The Nude Party, 10/6/18, Scoot Inn, Austin, Photos – Write-Up

Up and coming psych rockers, The Nude Party impressed at their ACL Festival Late Night showcase.  The North Carolinians band owned the stage like seasoned vets and kept the crowd captivated with their new take on a very classic sound.  Do not miss a chance to see The Nude Party!

Trampled by Turtles, 10/13/18, Scoot Inn, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Craig McGreggor  Photos by James ATX Duluth, Minnesota bluegrass heroes Trampled by Turtles thundered through a sold-out show at the historic Scoot Inn in East Austin.  Performing an energetic 2 hour set after opener Phil Cook, the venue was awash with foot stomping, dancing, and unrelenting string work …

Gang of Youths, Antone’s, Austin, 10/4/18, Photos – Review

Written by Greg Ackerman Photos by James ATX Australian rock band Gang of Youths performed to a sold-out Antone’s Nightclub Thursday, October 4 to kick off weekend one of Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL Fest). The Sydneysiders played the Honda Stage at ACL Fest on Saturday to a fairly large crowd given …

MC Lars, MC Frontalot, Mega Ran, and Schaffer the Darklord, 10/3/18, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by James ATX Some nerdcore royalty kicked off their fall tour in Austin on Wednesday!  Schaffer the Darklord (STD) started things with some sex positive and socially conscious bars.  Schaffer even dipped into a few new songs from the debut album from The Department of Darkness, a new project …

Molly Burch and Courtney Barnett, 5/14/2018, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Molly Burch opened the show with her lovely strong vocals.  A mix of loungey soft perfection that was evocative and powerful, their sound backed with a surf rock guitar keeps you entranced.  They even treated us to some new songs as well. Courtney Barnett rocked …

They Might be Giants, 2/1/2018, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Review

Written by Greg Ackerman Photos by James ATX What is remarkable about They Might Be Giants’ (TMBG) tour stop in Austin last Thursday is the band has such a devoted fanbase. Advance press efforts and sponsored social posts aren’t necessary for the group to sell tickets and draw attention to their show. …

Los Coast, 1/5/2018, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and photos by Craig McGreggor   Los Coast have been quietly making big splashes in the local music scene.  They are a quintet of local Austin musicians filling venues with a healthy dose of funk, psych and soulful rock.  Bracing a midnight headlining time slot at Mohawk.  Los Coast performed a slow burn …

Music Felon’s Favorite Albums and EPs of 2017

What a great year in music, these are some of the best albums we have heard!   https://open.spotify.com/user/james_atx/playlist/67MbDu4S6zxwWU8XBjaL8k Airways – Starting to Spin Alex Cameron – Forced Witness alt-J – RELAXER Barns Courtney – The Attractions of Youth Beans On Toast – Cushty Big Thief – Capacity Black Pistol Fire …