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Houston’s largest music festival is back again for another year. Like every other festival, Astroworld took a hiatus last year, but Travis Scott and his brand of high-energy rap music seem to be on track for another banger in 2021. As in years past, the festival lineup hasn’t been revealed yet, so in the meantime […]
In just a few weeks, Alex G will perform in Houston as part of his US tour. With some dates already sold out, this tour is bound to be a triumphant post-lockdown return to touring for one of indie music’s most acclaimed stars in recent memory. The influence Alex G — formerly known as (Sandy) […]
The third and final day of ACL started off strong with Texas local artists Nané, which came together at UT Austin in 2016, as well as rockstar-in-training Zach Person and group BLK ODYSSY, both from Austin, TX, as well. Rap/hip-hop artist Payday performed at the same time as these artists as well. She was born […]
100 gecs recently kicked off their 10,000 Gecs Tour on October 8th, increasing the amount of “gecs” exponentially, and they’re stopping in Houston on November 10th. Since the release of their debut album 1000 gecs, the band has been gaining the attention of fans underground and mainstream alike with their advancement of the relatively new […]
ACL Day 2 starts with me arriving at 12:30, determined to see some of Frances Forever‘s act before heading to the press lounge to write. I made it for the very end of their set, so I got to watch them perform from a distance. Frances Forever’s name was displayed in a 1970’s-inspired font on […]
The first day of ACL was my first time going at all, so I took longer than anticipated parking/getting in/etc. However, when I walked in around 2:30 I was pleasantly surprised by the low hum of energy already coursing through the park. I walked past the Honda stage where jxdn was welcoming a girl from […]
There is a high chance that you’ve heard a Chvrches song somewhere — either in a video game, your local indie radio station, or a music festival. Chvrches (pronounced CHUR-CHES) is Glasgow’s very own synth-pop and electronic trio that consists of members Lauren Mayberry, Iain Cook and Martin Doherty. The band formed in 2011, and […]
Up and coming DJ Blossom is taking over the stage at Freaky Deaky this year and you don’t want to miss out. The Arizona based DJ is known for mixing house music with a unique spin of UK house and bass. She first started her musical journey at the age of two when she learned […]
Following the release of their sophomore album, Blood Bunny, Chloe Moriondo is going on tour and stopping in Houston, TX this November! Moriondo, based in Detroit, got their start by posting covers on YouTube at the age of 13. Some of their most popular covers include Edith Piafs’ “La Vie En Rose” and Rex Orange […]
Japanese Breakfast is a prolific indie pop project led by Korean-American singer from Philadelphia, Michelle Zauner. Zauner is also known for her previous band Little Big League, which was disbanded in 2016. Japanese Breakfast’s sound is a unique blend of melancholic melodies and dainty instrumentals, with lyrics primarily based on Zauner’s own life experiences. Zauner […]
ACL is returning this year, as big and bold as ever. Weekend 2 of Austin City Limits is guaranteed to be a great festival weekend. The lineup boasts dozens of great artists, from up-and-coming stars such as Zach Person (whose concert we reviewed in this article) and Frances Forever, to big names like Doja Cat […]
The Rolling Stones truly need no introduction. Formed in 1962, the English rock band has been selling out stadiums around the globe for more than 50 years, with their trademark tongue and lips becoming one of the most recognizable logos in music history. The band was initially made up of vocalist Mick Jagger, guitarist Keith […]
An impressive number of rock groups hailing from the Greater Houston Area will be performing at the 4th annual “GTS Presents Rocktober Fest” on October 10th, 2021 at White Oak Music Hall, just north of Downtown Houston. The one-day festival will feature several different genres, including psychedelic rock, garage rock, indie, and even punk. One […]
Beach Fossils, one of the best dream-pop indie bands out there, are returning to Houston! Beach Fossils is a band from Brooklyn, New York that formed in 2009, where lead vocalist Dustin Payseur created the band as an extension of his own solo project. He pulled together a few members and they released their critically […]
Men I Trust is a Montreal based trio which has created a distinctive style that is more recognizable than any specific songs that they have released. The group’s early dance roots evolved into a psychedelic venture with electronic R&B instrumentation. This in itself created such a large audience and spread like wildfire via the Internet. However, […]
Your favorite bedroom-alt-rock artist is coming to Houston. If you haven’t heard of her specifically, you might know Beabadoobee by one of her popular songs, such as “Coffee” or “The Moon Song“. Her distinctive soft vocals paired with delicate, melodic instrumentals make for a really unique listening experience. “Coffee”, released in 2017, was actually Beabadoobee’s first […]
After a yearlong absence due to the pandemic, Austin City Limits finally returns to Zilker Park this October. This year, we’re breaking down the festival lineup by day to give you an overview of what to expect when the gates open. Stay tuned for our recap coverage of both weekends coming after the festival! The […]
Singer, writer, and dancer Tinashe is coming back with a bang–but this time, it’s on her own terms. It’s very apparent that she is all about honing her craft after her split with The Stunners. She’s engulfed herself in her solo career, dropping hit after hit. After the split, she released her mixtape In Case […]
The University of Houston held it’s annual Glow Party event in Lynn Eusan park on Thursday, August 26, and it was worth the hype. The student organization leaders started getting to work around 6:45, setting up mountains of glow stick necklaces, glasses, and bunny ears on tables around the park. Pizza, soda, and waters got […]
The dog-days of summer are upon us here in Houston. The night arrives sooner and the breeze feels cooler. It’s Friday the 13th, yet Downtown has a calm demeanor about it. The iconic neon blue sign of House of Blues shines brightly in the setting summer sky and onto the surrounding street. Tonight, I’m seeing […]
