Stumbling Upon Poison Ruïn’s Raw Punk Energy at SXSW
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- I hadn’t planned on checking Poison Ruïn out, but as fate would have it, I was walking by Hotel Vegas on my way to catch an act at a different venue,…
LØREN Shines at JADED and Balming Tiger’s SXSW Showcase: The Rise of a Korean Rockstar
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 LØREN. Recently signed to the 88rising roster, with scheduled appearances at Coachella and a fresh…
Keep An Eye On Austin’s Psychedelic Garage-Jazz-Rock Trio Being Dead
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 SXSW. While waiting to see another band, this band, founded by Juli Keller and Cody…
The Rise of Danielle Ponder: From Public Defender to Powerhouse Performer
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. After all, she was a dedicated public defender in Rochester, New York for approximately a…
Get Hooked on Tribe Friday: The Rising Stars of Bubblegum Emo
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 latest torchbearers in the Swedish trio Tribe Friday. Drawing influences from bands like My Chemical…
Experience the Enchanting Voice and Experimental Sounds of CIFIKA
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. Several photographers who had caught her performance the last time she was in town for…
The Intimacy and Warmth of Familial Harmony: A Night with Joseph And The Sun
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. And if there’s one thing I’ve noticed, singers who have a bond with one another…
In Awe of a Guitar Master: Watching Robby Krieger Bring Classic Doors Songs to Life
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 the rock band, The Doors. Krieger’s contributions to the band’s sound and style were crucial,…
Emotional Depth and Introspective Lyrics: The Power of Bartees Strange’s Music
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 blend of indie rock, punk, and electronic, with introspective and personal lyrics. He has been…
Infectious Energy and Socially Conscious Lyrics: My Experience with Ric Wilson’s SXSW Performance
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, and jazz, and his socially conscious lyrics that delve into race, identity, and social justice…
