Alok was born in Brazil to two DJ parents, Swarup and Ekanta, who instilled in him a love for electronic music since birth. They created the electronic music festival in Bahia and invited him every year. He started his music career at 10, by 12 he was DJing in public. Alok slowly worked up a reputation as being one of the best dance DJs in the world.
Read MoreWho else would Insomniac choose to DJ the intermezzo of EDC’s opening night? None other than self-proclaimed comedians and DJs Dillon Francis and Valentino Khan. In true comedic fashion they came on stage in Publix (a popular Florida grocery store chain) deli uniforms with bags of sub sandwiches they periodically threw out towards the crowd. No doubt, this was the funniest set of the weekend.
Read MoreDeadmau5 is a Canadian DJ and producer with over 25 years of experience in the electronic music industry. He is most known for his iconic mouse masks. As one of the most successful music producers, with eight of his own labels and huge collaborations ranging from remixer Kaskade and audio engineer Steve Duda to house DJ and singer Rob Swire; it wouldn’t be surprising to see his name on an EDC lineup, especially for its 30th anniversary in Orlando. Or is it?
Read MoreIt’s been 9 years since the popular alt-rock band released a studio album. Blonde Redhead, consisting of Kazu Makino and twin brothers Simone and Amedeo Pace, have been touring supporting the long awaited release of their 10th studio album, Sit Down for Dinner.
Read MoreNew York 10-piece ensemble, Ghost Funk Orchestra cooked up some insanely polished grooves this past weekend at Antone’s. The band sure knew how to stir up a crowd and get everyone moving in the small nightclub, while also keeping them on the edge begging for more as they were still catching their breath.
Read MoreAustin’s psychedelic prog rock locals, Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band transfixed festival-goers at Empire Garage & Control Room this past weekend with their hair-raising synthesizer solos, hypnotic guitar riffs and strange vocal distortions. The band seemed to have resorted to pure sorcery to manipulate the instruments in front of them.
Read MoreFemale-led group, Say She She illuminated the stage at Empire Garage and Control Room in their alternating black and white-colored dresses. The crowd was instantly transported to Studio 54, as the band started concocting their feminist disco-soul infused tunes.
Read MorePortland, Oregon band, The Dandy Warhols delivered a hauntingly spirited performance at The Far Out Lounge for Levitation festival this past weekend. Members of the 90’s psychedelic power pop group stole the stage with their matching festive skeleton costumes. Long-time fans, new fans and those passing through were all excited to see the group perform.
Read MoreCalifornia surf-rock revivalists Allah-Las brought the goods to Austin for Levitation this last weekend. The psych fest’s stage (at Far Out Lounge) was bathed in sunlight Friday afternoon following some brief bouts of rain. The warmth of the Texas sun was the perfect atmosphere for laid-back, down-to-earth tunes that would follow.
Read MoreUMO is back in North America as they prepare to wrap up the end of their tour. We got to experience an incredible setlist full of hits and new favorites at South Austin’s Far Out Lounge. UMO creator and frontman Ruban Nielson appeared onstage to wild applause from fans, but that applause gave way to a hushed solo melody from his guitar.
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