by Ranisha Shipp
KTSW Music
During SXSW 2015, I had the pleasure of traveling to the outdoor bar & grill for the Polyvinyl Showcase. Why do you ask? I was there to see Canadian pop rock group, Alvvays. During my time on your precious airwaves, I’ve grown pretty found of their catchy and almost comical lyrics. Anyway, picture this; me looking super cute and somehow managing to make it to the front row. They put on a great show. Usually I’m a little skeptical of live shows because I’m always afraid that the band won’t sound as good as they did in the studio. I had nothing to fear though. Molly Rankin’s voice was like an entire field of flowers had taken up residence in my ear. Without knowing it, I got giddy. Not only was she a great singer, she was super cute. I eagerly took pictures with my Canon. I sung the loudest when they played “Archie, Marry Me.” After the show, I saw Molly walking out. I wanted to talk to her, but I was scared. Thinking back on it, I should’ve recited the words to “Party Police” to her. Wouldn’t that have been romantic?
DeLanie Mooney Music Journalist Most people know the band from their viral TikTok hits "End of Beginning," "Chateau" and "Fool." But what most listeners don’t know is that the band’s music varies from stories of love, friendship, change and identity. More than just a TikTok trend, Djo created music that […]
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