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 …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho Liz Phair was the embodiment of 90s indie rock girl power as she thrilled the sold out show at Mohawk, armed with a multitude of electric guitars, orange amps, and a commanding voice that was sweet and strong. Looking around, there was no question die-hard …
Talisco (Paris, FRANCE) – high energy alternative rock that’s nothing short of amazing! SXSW Schedule TALISCO is a french alternative band from Paris, France. Talisco is running, through the lacy western lowlands and the California deserts which he pierces with electrical cracks and vintage reverbs. Inspired by the cinema, the author draws …
Step Rockets (Minneapolis, MN) – indie pop band blending electronic melodies with guitar and smooth vocals! SXSW Schedule Bio: It didn’t take long for Step Rockets to take off. Their self-released single “Kisser” found its way to #1 on the Hype Machine charts just two weeks after its release despite virtually …
Stella Donnelly (Perth, Australia) – razor sharp vocals mixed with bone chilling lyrics. SXSW Schedule Bio from sxsw.com: Stella Donnelly was raised between Morriston, Swansea in Wales and the burbs of Quinns Rocks, Western Australia. Donnelly got her start singing Greenday songs in her Aussie high school rock band, eventually turning her interest …
Monster pop rockers Sleigh Bells threw down an amazingly energetic set after having to cancel a couple of dates due to Alexis’ flu.
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. …
What a great year in music, these are some of the best albums we have heard! 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 – …
Our favorite music videos of 2017, some may even say the best of 2017 Watsky – Exquisite Corpse Run The Jewels – Call Ticketron Open Mike Eagle – Hymnal (feat. Sammus) Avey Tare – Ms. Secret Tuvaband – Eventually Silence Caroline Rose – Money AWOLNATION – Seven Sticks of …
