Tag: <span>indie</span>

The Canvas People, 1/5/2017, Mohawk Austin, Photos – Write-up

The Canvas People’s beautiful vocal harmonies and sweet guitar licks had the crowd bopping to the beat. Their sophomore album City Boy Slump was released on the 27th of November and the fresh songs translated perfectly into a live performance. The crowd sang along with their single Astronaut and even yelled …

Lucy Dacus, 12/14/2016, ACL Live, Photos – Write-up

Rising rock star Lucy Dacus blew minds and melted faces with her beautiful vocals and catchy hooks.  Her debut album “No Burden” rightfully landed on many top album list of 2016, including NPR’s Bob Boilen’s Top 10 Albums of 2016!  The abbreviated set for the KGSR’s 26th Anniversary Party gave …

Kurt Vile and the Violators, 12/14/2016, ACL Live, Photos – Write-up

Indie rockers Kurt Vile and the Violators played a killer set at the KGSR’s 26th Anniversary Party. The sound was perfection in the iconic Moody Theater, home of Austin City Limits tapings. They did not disappoint as they tore through a full set for the sold out crowd. A highlight …

Jeff Rosenstock, 11/2/2016, Mohawk, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Bang Ho Tired and still recovering from a long Halloween weekend, a raucous Jeff Rosenstock would be the only logical choice for a mid-week Wednesday show.  There was no mistake in telling when the set began, people rushed to the front of the stage as soon as the …

Kishi Bashi, 10/29/2016, Mohawk, Austin, Photos

Kishi Bashi performed a special Halloween show for fans in Austin.  The mood was set with the band arriving on stage in full costume to the theme of Stranger Things.  Their unique and soulful chamber pop filled the air and filled fans hearts with love.  Continuing with the theme, there …

Laura Gibson, 10/29/2016, Mohawk, Austin, Photos

Laura Gibson brought her beautiful and emotive music to Austin last night. [bbit bandname=”lauragibson”]

Declan McKenna, 10/28/2016, Stubb’s Austin, Photos – Write-up

Declan McKenna, one of our SXSW 2016 Top 20, made his first stop in Austin outside of that madhouse last night.  This time, he was accompanied by his band with Isabel Torres on guitar, Gabrielle King on drums, and Nathan Cox on keys. They started the night off right with …

The Head and The Heart, 10/28/2016, Stubb’s Austin, Photos – Write-up

The Head and The Heart’s positive vibes emanated into the sold out crowd last night; their joyous music and presence enthralled the masses into moving with the music.  They opened the set with the incredible song “All We Ever Knew” and continued through their impressive catalog.  Mid set, Declan McKenna …

Calliope Musicals, 10/14/2016, Barracuda Austin, Photos – Write-up

It’s no secret that Calliope Musicals is one of our favorite bands live, streaming and answering questions.  Friday night, they had the difficult task of playing between TINNAROSE, who just released an album and Sweet Spirit, who’s kicking off their fall tour.  Calliope Musicals did not disappoint, providing the high …