Female-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.
Read MoreAs the October sky darkened in Austin, Texas, four-piece SF Bay area group Shannon and the Clams slid into focus on the stage at Stubb’s. The band served up matching witchy attire with guitarist Cody Blanchard sporting LED glasses with the repeating phrase “I’m A Witch”.
Read MoreNew York’s Beach Fossils took the stage Sunday night and performed for fans at Stubbs Bar-B-Q located in Austin. The backyard, laidback venue hosted a crowd of packed festival goers staying warm in the chilly weather.
Read MoreUp and coming Austin locals Annabelle Chairlegs kicked off Levitation festival in their hometown this weekend and set a great tone for the psych fest. Guitarist and lead singer Lindsey Mackin appeared on stage decked out in colorful striped pants and “candy apple red” shoes, an ode to a song from their 2020 album, Gotta Be in Love.
Read MoreGear up for an electrifying experience as DreamState Festival transforms the Queen Mary Waterfront into a haven for electronic music enthusiasts. Here's your guide to a weekend of pulsating beats, iconic headliners, and an unforgettable atmosphere.
Read MoreNorthwest Arkansas continues to grow as a cultural landmark that draws revelers from far and wide. This weekend, another chest-pounding statement from the region known as Format Festival took place. The three-day festival shook the ground beneath Bentonville September 22, 23, and 24th. We Write About Music was there on Saturday to get a feel for what the innovative festival is doing to change the game. It was a day filled with world-class performances, one of a kind event spaces, and some unfortunate weather developments.
Read MoreThis year’s Portola Music Festival at Pier 80 was a sublime celebration of music, community, and artistic excellence. With the iconic San Francisco Bay as a breathtaking backdrop, the festival delivered an unforgettable experience that had attendees buzzing with excitement and unity. The crowd, a diverse and passionate congregation of music enthusiasts, brought their energy and enthusiasm to each performance.
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