It’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.
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.
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