Photos and written by Bang Ho Once upon a time in Austin long ago, there was a venue downtown called Austin Music Hall. The last show I got to see there before it was bulldozed was also the last time I saw Purity Ring live on September 5th 2015. I …
Photos by Bang Ho On June 28, 2025, Jon Muq transformed The 04 Center into a sanctuary of sound and soul, delivering a performance that was equal parts intimate and spiritual. With a voice that effortlessly moved between delicate vulnerability and soaring strength, Muq shared songs rooted in his Ugandan …
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 Bang Ho We sometimes forget to pay attention to our local artists when SXSW rolls around and we’re inundated with out of town acts we may never get to see again in our life unless we leave the continent. Lucky for us, UT’s Hook’em House put …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho Feb. 26th, 2025Austin, Texas – Scoot Inn When a consummate artist like Lauren Mayberry has been in the industry for over a decade, one would expect their first solo project to hold some surprises for sure. Even with that expectation, she managed to further …
Written by Holly D. Jackson Photo Credit: TAS Rights Management It’s my first time seeing Taylor Swift. We are driving to New Orleans from Austin for the show. After one year and seven months of watching grainy live streams at all hours of the day and night, it’s finally my …
On November 4th, Emo’s in Austin hosted Mark Ambor’s amazing performance. The crowd was full of excitement as the show began. With its great sound and cozy feel, Emo’s was the perfect place for the night. When Mark Ambor came on stage, the crowd cheered loudly. He was so talented …
On November 4th, Emo’s in Austin hosted a performance by Kenzie (Mackenzie Ziegler), which was amazing. The crowd was alive with excitement as the show was about to begin. Emo’s, known for its big stage and great sound, was the perfect venue for her. When Kenzie appeared, the audience erupted …
Written and Photos by Bang Ho Charly Bliss grabbed my attention 5 years ago at SXSW 2019 so thoroughly that I had to catch three of their shows that year; so it was no surprise I had to see them on this tour cycle for their first full length album …
