Photo by Alana Lopez Poppy lit up Emo’s Austin with a genre-bending, high-energy set on April 17 as part of her They’re All Around Us tour. Wearing white and backed by masked musicians, she tore through a mix of industrial metal, glitchy pop, and haunting ballads—especially standout tracks from her …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On April 30, 2025, the Buzzcocks delivered a high-octane performance at Austin’s Mohawk, reaffirming their status as punk rock pioneers. The band launched into their set with “What Do I Get?,” immediately energizing the crowd and setting the tone for the evening. Their 90-minute set …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho It’s always a treat when Twin Tribes tours, but this time I had to leave Austin and travel to the amazing Aztec Theater in San Antonio. Their show on May 9th, 2025 was special, as it was in San Antonio in their home state …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On April 24, 2025, Austin’s 29th Street Ballroom hosted Vs Self, a band known for their emotive blend of alternative rock and post-hardcore. The trio captivated the audience with a set that showcased their dynamic range and raw energy. From the moment they took the …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On May 8, 2025, the Tedeschi Trucks Band graced the stage at Austin’s Moody Amphitheater, captivating the audience with their signature blend of blues, rock, and soul. The evening was part of their “Live in 25” tour, showcasing the band’s dynamic musicianship and heartfelt performances. …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On May 4, 2025, Billy Idol brought his “It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again!” to Austin’s Moody Center, delivering a performance that reaffirmed his status as a rock icon. Taking the stage at 9:00 PM, Idol launched into a set that blended his classic hits …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On April 19, 2025, Mac Sabbath brought their unique blend of parody and heavy metal to Mohawk Austin, delivering a performance that was as theatrical as it was musically impressive. Celebrating their 10th anniversary, the self-proclaimed purveyors of “Drive-Thru Metal” transformed the venue into a …
Photos by Bang Ho AWOLNATION lit up Emo’s in Austin on March 31, 2025, with an exciting and powerful show as part of their Phantom Five Tour. Lead singer Aaron Bruno brought tons of energy and had the crowd hooked from the very first song. The setlist included fan favorites …
Written and photos by Neal Cribb On April 18, 2025, Emo’s Austin was engulfed in a maelstrom of sound as Napalm Death headlined the Savage Imperial Death March Part II tour. Sharing the stage with sludge metal stalwarts Melvins, doom trio Weedeater, and experimental project Dark Sky Burial, the evening was …
