The Rise of Darkwave Amid Austin’s Changing Identity at SXSW 2025
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- I’ve been attending South by Southwest since 2002, with a solid decade logged as an official festival photographer. I’ve seen countless up-and-coming acts break into the mainstream. As a native Austinite turned…
Stumbling Upon Fat Dog at SXSW: A Live Music Revelation
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- As the round up another day of SXSW chaos, I found myself on the hunt for fresh sounds and unexpected vibes. Hotel Vegas was my next stop—a venue notorious for hosting some…
Clams Baker Junior Leads Warmduscher in a Mesmerizing Levitation Performance Full of Wit and Energy
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “…The experimental rock group Warmduscher took the Levitation stage by storm, delivering a charismatic performance that defied easy categorization. Their sonic chaos, combined with an electrifying stage presence, captivated nearly everyone in attendance….
Unleashing Punk’s Raw Power: Civic’s Electrifying Night at Hotel Vegas During Levitation
HOME PAGE | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY AUSTIN, TX- “…Civic, the Australian powerhouse, took center stage at Hotel Vegas during Levitation, delivering an unforgettable performance that left audiences buzzing with excitement. Earlier in the year, Civic had already earned acclaim for their…
Boyo at Hotel Vegas: A First-Time Encounter with LA’s Lo-Fi Indie Rock Band
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Amidst a bustling schedule at Hotel Vegas, I serendipitously found myself engrossed in the unexpected delight of a live set from Boyo. This Los Angeles-based act has been on my radar…
The Estereomance Experience: Transcending Genre Boundaries at Hotel Vegas
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- I’ve long been an advocate for Estereomance, a band whose music— a captivating mix of pop, soul, and electronic influences—has an undeniable resonance. Their compositions unfold in lush, rich, and textured…
From Street Musician to Rising Star: Thala’s Raw and Honest Talent Shines Through in Shoegaze Pop Music
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Thala, the German singer-songwriter, has been making waves with her dreamy shoegaze pop music. With the release of her debut album “adolescence” in September 2021, Thala’s unique style has caught…
Uncovering the Improvisational Genius of Composer Graham Reynolds
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- One of the most memorable performances at the Fire Records showcase was delivered by the talented composer Graham Reynolds, who hails from Texas. While I had briefly met him the previous…
Algiers Pushes Boundaries and Stays True to Their Roots at SXSW
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- It had been some time since I had the privilege of experiencing Algiers’ dynamic live performances. If memory serves me right, it was back in 2016 when they opened for Savages…
Jad Fair Packs Hotel Vegas Room At Fire Records Showcase
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Jad Fair is an American musician and visual artist, best known as the co-founder and frontman of the band Half Japanese. Half Japanese is an experimental rock band that was formed…
