Joaquin Lewis Music Journalist After The Garden’s performance at Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater ended, the audience leaving the venue faced a fork in the road. They could either drift away, letting the raw, ephemeral punk energy dissolve into memory, or they could take a chance on the free after-show inside Stubbs' more intimate stage, allowing for the night to continue. Having chosen the latter, I descended the steep, secluded steps […]
Joaquin Lewis Music Journalist “What’s going on?” “Who are all these people.” “Why are they all wearing, like, weird make-up?” When considering the perspective of unsuspecting passersby, the mass collection of audience members wrapping around Stubb's Waller Creek Amphitheater could be viewed as out of the ordinary. Dressed conspicuously in their all-black outfits, accompanied by a face full of jester-like makeup, the crowd gathered for that evening's performance were […]
By Ashlee Harcar Local Music Journalist Amidst the kaleidoscopic lights and ethereal energy of Austin Psych Fest this year, Still Corners emerged as a shimmering gem, casting a spell over the audience with their mesmerizing performance. The British duo, comprised of vocalist Tessa Murray and multi-instrumentalist Greg Hughes, transported the crowd into a dreamlike realm with hypnotic melodies and visuals. As the evening descended, the crowd gathered, some springing from […]
By Lillian Jones Music Director This past Mother’s Day I was given the opportunity to experience Slowdive, one of the mother figures of shoegaze, live. Upon receiving confirmation that I would be attending this concert; I was buzzing with nervous energy up until my arrival at the Moody Center in downtown Austin. Once inside the venue, I found my footing in the crowd to watch the last three songs […]
By Evelyn Lopez Music Journalist Two Star & The Dream Police (2024), the debut studio album from Mike Gordon, a.k.a. Mk.gee, was released in February earlier this year. The 12-track album is filled with distorted guitar breaks, 80’s synths, and a production style many have compared to Phil Collins. The album has no listed features unless you are counting the production credits to Dijon on “New Low” and "DNM.” I […]
By Adrienne Bast Local Music Journalist The people of San Marcos had a fun-filled day on April 11, beginning with the 20-year-old tradition of Riverfest and ending the amazing night with some hype beats at San Marcos’ beloved venue, The Porch. River Rave at The Porch was hosted by yours truly, KTSW 89.9, and included four awesome local DJs. The Porch has been a KTSW 89.9 favorite, being a venue […]
By Robbie Lloyd Howard IV Rap Journalist With the birth of YouTube, many content creators have flourished, delving into diverse subjects such as gaming, storytelling and livestreaming. Making content tests a YouTuber's creativity, and sometimes, they have to start creating unique content for their fans to enjoy. Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud said, “Football players want to be basketball players, basketball players want to be football players, and we all […]
By Klaudia Chance Local Music Journalist San Marcos’s Window Shop, comprised of Nora Tomlinson, Dallas Anderson, Aiden Potter and Kevin Schultz, is a forward-thinking, indie rock band. Performance after performance, Window Shop defies conventional boundaries with its eclectic influences and dynamic performances. At the core of Window Shop's music lies a deep appreciation for all traditions of American music. Drawing inspiration from blues, jazz, punk and beyond, Window Shop displays […]
Joaquin Lewis Local Music Journalist To deliver their best performances, some artists require a large stage, while others thrive on a smaller one. Blondshell, however, is a glowing exception. Regardless of size, she always manages to make the stage her own through captivating performances full of nuance and clarity. With her recent performance on the Janis Stage fitting in perfectly with the vibe of the Far Out Lounge, Blondshell provided […]
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