Tag: <span>live music</span>

Watsky, 9/6/2016, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Phil Barton Watsky brought his X Infinity tour to Emo’s Austin and gave central Texas a show unlike ones we often get to experience.  Watsky’s unbelievably fast and crystal clear rhymes were as jaw dropping as they are when listening to his recordings. He performed both old and …

Daye Jack, 9/6/2016, Emo’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Phil Barton The real surprise of Watsky’s X Infinity tour was the opener Daye Jack. Austin seriously was not ready. This dude spits bars with depth, including his Black Lives Matter anthem with Killer Mike and I left the show a new fan. This guy is gonna be …

Fitz and The Tantrums, 7/24/2016, Stubb’s Austin, Photos

Fitz and The Tantrums lived up to their name in an epic high energy show at Stubb’s!

Violent Femmes, 7/20/2016, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Bang Ho When seeing a band that’s been around for three and a half decades, it’s a treat and a surprise to see what will be played.  While some bands worry about playing their hits early in the set, Violent Femmes jumped started their show with Blister in …

Lost Bayou Ramblers, 7/20/2016, Stubb’s, Austin, Photos

Lost Bayou Ramblers impressed, opening for the Violent Femmes with high energy Cajun jams! [bbit bandname=”LostBayouRamblers”]  

Homeboy Sandman, 7/15/2016, Barracuda, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Phil Barton To get the party started for Aesop Rock’s Impossible Kid tour, Homeboy Sandman brought fire. Working the crowd like a headliner, he dropped bars with depth like only he can. As icing on the cake, he joined Aesop to perform as Lice, their side project that …

Aesop Rock, 7/15/2016, Barracuda, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Written by Phil Barton To wrap up his Impossible Kid tour, Aesop Rock and Rob Sonic graced Austin’s barracuda with their presence. Just like a fine wine, Aesop just gets better with time. Performing new songs and Hail Mary Mallon cuts backed by DJ Zone, everyone left knowing you witnessed …

Overcoats, 6/9/2016, Hogg Auditorium, Austin, Photos – Write-up

Overcoats performed a beautiful set opening for Matt Corby in Austin!  The duo may have only taking up a small portion in the center of the huge stage but there was nothing small about the incredible harmonies they produced.  They are a little pop, folk, electro and synth.  They blend …

Beau, 6/7/2016, Stubb’s Austin, Photos

Beau got the crowd sweating opening for BØRNS!   [bbit bandname=”Beau”]