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…
Núria Graham at Central Presbyterian Church: A Divine Experience at SXSW 2023
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Especially a festival as expansive and intractable as SXSW, where the sea of good talent is so vast that it becomes difficult for otherwise excellent artists to separate from the pack. Like…
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…
RVG’s Romy Vager Charms Audience with Emotive Lyrics and Raw Performance
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- RVG is an Australian post-punk band which formed in 2015 consisting of Romy, Marc Nolte, Reuben Bloxham and Isabele Wallace. RVG’s debut album, “A Quality of Mercy”, was released in 2017….
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…
Witnessing the Evolution of an Artist: Liz Nistico’s Journey from HolyChild to Revenge Wife
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 the opportunity to see Liz Nistico, a Los Angeles-based artist who formerly fronted the indie…
From Kitten to Solo: Blu DeTiger’s Journey to Becoming a Sought-After Artist
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Blu DeTiger is a rising star in the music industry who has established herself as an incredibly talented bassist, producer, and singer-songwriter. My first encounter with her was when she played…
