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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, …

Pale Waves, 7/6/2024, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho I’ve lost count of how many times Pale Waves have wowed me with their amazing live shows that just fill you with a desire to sway, bob your head, sing along, or dance.  This is their tenth year and their fourth album is slated …

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 …

Hobo Johnson & the Lovemakers, 6/26/2024, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Phil Barton – Photos by James ATX Hobo Johnson’s concert at Emo’s on June 26th in Austin was a rollercoaster of emotion and energy, showcasing his unique blend of spoken word slam poetry and alternative hip-hop. The intimate venue amplified the raw intensity of his lyrics, creating a …

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 …

San Fermin, 6/11/2024, The Parish, Austin, Photos – Write-up

San Fermin delivered an exceptional performance at The Parish in Austin on June 11, 2024. Hailing from Brooklyn and led by composer Ellis Ludwig-Leone, the band charmed the audience with their unique blend of chamber pop and indie rock. Highlights included “Emily,” with its intricate arrangements and heartfelt lyrics, “Jackrabbit,” …