Tag: <span>indie rock</span>

Hippo Campus, 11/9/18, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

(St. Paul, Minnesota) Indie rockers Hippo Campus performed a mind-blowingly awesome set at Stubb’s. Touring their new incredible album BAMBI, they brought the heat. From beginning to end, the set was expertly executed from such a new band. Fans screamed along to lyrics and took home enduring memories of the …

KITTEN, 11/23/18, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho KITTEN the band has been around for near a decade and opened for huge acts such as Charli XCX, Garbage, and numerous others. While the lineup and looks may have changed, the talent and show has only gotten bigger and better. Chloe Chaidez, the heart and …

of Montreal, 11/11/2018, Mohawk, Austin, TX, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Some bands put on a show, and then there’s of Montreal that PUT ON a show.  They delighted and stimulated the visual cortex with countless costume changes that it was almost impossible to keep track of how many backup dancers were involved in the production.  …

Pale Waves, 10/26/18, Scoot Inn, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written and Photos by Bang Ho Pale Waves are the embodiment of goth pop, their tunes incredibly catchy wrought with beautiful dreamy guitar riffs straight out of the 80s.  Heather, the lead singer and guitarist, sported a dark Betty Boop style wavy hair cut with even more new dance moves than …

Vancouver Sleep Clinic, 10/25/2018, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Australian rockers Vancouver Sleep Clinic played a great set in Austin.  Their chill rock grooves soothed the souls of the gathered masses. The waves of complex ambient rock was perfect. Don’t miss a chance to see Vancouver Sleep Clinic in a city near you!

Maggie Rogers, 10/23/2018, Stubb’s Austin, Photos – Write-up

Maggie Rogers is crushing it.  Maggie’s music career got a steroid boost by viral video of Pharrell reacting to “Alaska” and the reaction was on point.  Their music is fresh, catchy, and the people are loving it; it was evident in the huge cheers when they hit the stage.  Maggie …

Sir Sly, 10/11/18, Scoot Inn, Austin, Photos – Write-Up

Sir Sly needs to be experienced live!  These rockers put on a hell of a performance at Scoot Inn for their ACL Festival late night set.  Their unique music videos do a great job conveying what to expect.  Landon Jacobs lays it all on the line, sharing personal difficulties that resonate …

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!

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 …