Derrick Lee
LØREN Shines at JADED and Balming Tiger’s SXSW Showcase: The Rise of a Korean Rockstar Thoughts+Photos: LØREN at Cheer Up Charlies During SXSW 2/15/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- At JADED and Balming Tiger’s SXSW showcase, much of the anticipation swirled around Korean recording artist…
Keep An Eye On Austin’s Psychedelic Garage-Jazz-Rock Trio Being Dead Thoughts+Photos: Being Dead at Valhalla During SXSW 2/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Being Dead is a psychedelic garage-jazz-rock that I was able to catch by chance at…
The Rise of Danielle Ponder: From Public Defender to Powerhouse Performer Thoughts+Photos: Danielle Ponder at Inn Cahoots During SXSW 2/16/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- For years, when the name Danielle Ponder was mentioned, it often conjured images of a courtroom….
Get Hooked on Tribe Friday: The Rising Stars of Bubblegum Emo Thoughts+Photos: Tribe Friday at The Belmont During SXSW 3/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Bubblegum emo, a genre that seamlessly blends pop-infused rock, emo, indie, and garage-rock, has found its…
Experience the Enchanting Voice and Experimental Sounds of CIFIKA Thoughts+Photos: Cifika at Cheer Up Charlies During SXSW 2/15/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- “I had heard quite a bit about CIFIKA prior to seeing her perform this year in Austin….
The Intimacy and Warmth of Familial Harmony: A Night with Joseph And The Sun Review+Photos: Joseph at The Belasco 4/29/23
LOS ANGELES, CA- Singing in a chorale group all through college, I can say that I’ve tuned my ear to appreciate beautiful chords and harmonies. I’m sucker for beautiful harmonies….
In Awe of a Guitar Master: Watching Robby Krieger Bring Classic Doors Songs to Life Thoughts+Photos: Robbie Kreiger at The Belmont Presented by Give A Note Foundation + Artist For Artist during SXSW 3/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Robby Krieger is an American musician and songwriter who is best known as the guitarist for…
Emotional Depth and Introspective Lyrics: The Power of Bartees Strange’s Music Thoughts+Photos: Bartees Strange at The Belmont During SXSW 3/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Bartees Strange is a musician, singer, and songwriter based in Washington, D.C. His music is a…
Infectious Energy and Socially Conscious Lyrics: My Experience with Ric Wilson’s SXSW Performance Thoughts+Photos: Ric Wilson at Empire Garage During SXSW 3/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Chicago-based rapper, singer, and songwriter Ric Wilson is known for his fusion of hip-hop, soul, funk,…
Witnessing the Evolution of an Artist: Liz Nistico’s Journey from HolyChild to Revenge Wife Thoughts+Photos: Revenge Wife at The Belmont during SXSW 3/14/23
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- It’s always a pleasure to witness an artist’s creative evolution over time. During SXSW, I had…