Grandbrothers: A Synthesis of Classical Virtuosity and Modern Sonic Landscapes
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- At SXSW 2024, amidst the eclectic and vibrant backdrop of Austin, Texas, a unique musical experience unfolded within the hallowed walls of the Central Presbyterian Church. This year marked the inaugural event…
Rising Stars: How Neptune’s Core Is Shaping the Future of Indie Rock
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Neptune’s Core, a youthful ensemble from Chicago, continues to redefine the indie rock landscape with a sound so sophisticated that it belies their young age. The band, consisting of two sets…
Exploring Glixen’s Unique Sound: A Heavy Shoegaze Band from Phoenix
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- When I’m in the right mood, nothing hits the spot like heavy shoegaze music. During South by Southwest back in March, I made it a point to catch an up-and-coming shoegaze band…
Exploring Identity and Empowerment: Forest Claudette’s Impactful SXSW 2024 Set
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- One of the standouts from SXSW 2024 came on the very first day through an incredibly talented singer-songwriter named Forest Claudette. Sporting an infectious, pearly white smile, the 24-year-old brought their captivating…
Rekindling the Heartbeat of Music At SXSW
CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE ACTS WE CAUGHT AT SXSW! AUSTIN, TX- Every year, like clockwork, I find myself drawn back to Austin, Texas, for one of the most electrifying gatherings of musical talent on the planet—South by Southwest (SXSW). As a passionate music…
SXSW 2023 – Post Pandemic 2-Step Starts Soft
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 LOS ANGELES, CA- Let’s rip the bandaid off this hairy arm and say it. Covid. I’m so fatigued with the word, the phenomenon, the actual illness, the idiocracy across the full political…
Softcult: A Captivating Journey into Melancholic Beauty
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- From the moment Softcult’s heavy, dreamy melodies reverberated through the venue, it became clear that I had stumbled upon a band deserving of my undivided attention. Comprised of twin siblings Phoenix (drums…
The Timeless Allure: Exploring Tamzene’s ‘Accidentally Told You’ and its Resonance with Classic Jazz Ballads
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Have you ever been so moved by a song that you become obsessed with it? That’s exactly what happened to me when I stumbled upon Tamzene’s “accidentally told you” demo recording. I’ve…
Genre-Fluid and Electric: The Frost Children Shook It Up At SXSW
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TX- Despite stumbling in a tad late to their gig at Swan Dive during SXSW, I was instantly swept up in the cyclone of energy that is The Frost Children. This sibling…
Drum ‘n’ Bass Revelation: Venbee’s Memorable Daytime Performance at SXSW
CLICK HERE FOR ALL OF THE ACTS WE COVERED AT SXSW 2023 AUSTIN, TEXAS- The British Music Embassy’s showcase at SXSW presented me with a unique encounter, that of the drum ‘n’ bass artist, Venbee. Set against a clear blue sky and caressed by the…
