By Ezlyh Gutierrez MR Fest Press Team Dance, drinks and punk. What more can you ask for? Kiva Bar and Grill started their MR Fest concert off strong with A Tribute to the Sun. Not only were they poppin’, but they were let-your-hair-down-and-rock-till-you-drop poppin’. Imagine your favorite garage rock band collaborated with lead singer Juan “Witch Doctor” Magña’s hypnotizing vocals. Yes, perfection (and spunk) is exactly what you get. All […]
By Shannon Davies MR Fest Press Team Comedy at Vodka Street during MR Fest. I wasn’t really sure what to expect out of this. This is my first year at MR Fest and first time listening to a line-up of just comedians. I saw comedians of all shapes and sizes, literally. They all brought different jokes from their very strange and funny lives. The laughs started at 5:30 p.m. and […]
By Ryan Lacerda MR Fest Press Team At already-too-hot-1-o'clock, The Hecklers kicked off the lineup scheduled for one of our MR Fest venues, The Hitch, and their feel-good folky rock 'n' roll tunes turned up the energy and set the right atmosphere for chilling out and relaxing. It was just right for the people eating delicious food-trailers such as Greek food from St. Pita or Colombian food from El Sabor […]
By Ezlyh Gutierrez MR Fest Press Team MR Fest kicked off at Stonewall Warehouse in San Marcos last night. The ninth annual music festival continues today with almost 50 bands at seven different venues. Here are eight reasons why you should go to MR Fest, like, right now. 1. A Chance to Win Float Fest Tickets. If you pick up our flyer, complete our scavenger hunt and turn it in […]
By Jen Jacquez Music Journalist The Dizzease are a four piece bubblegum pop band from Austin, Texas. The band is headed by Emily Kolb on bass and vocals, Bryan Roberts on guitar and vocals, Leslie Crunkilton on drums and vocals and Matt Wallace on keyboards and vocals. Their latest eight song EP can be streamed on their Bandcamp. It has an upbeat, doo wop, twee quality. Their live shows take their music […]
By Ezlyh Gutierrez Music Journalist I Am the Albatross is an Austin-based trio that has perfected the ability of fusing the resonance of heavy Americana and western psych with the drama and excitement of rock ‘n’ roll. Jesse Berkowitz’s rugged vocals compliment the animated, grungy guitar work he effortlessly presents to the table. Along with fun, fuzzy bass handsomely delivered by Giuseppe Ponti, and finally, all synced together with percussion carried […]
By Brie East Assistant Music Director Singer-songwriter Jeremy Carswell is breaking away from his former role as frontman of Jeremy Carswell and the Nymphs to strike it solo. The artist from Spring, Texas released his debut album 2025 in fall of 2015. Describing his sound as “unique groove with a blend of eighties vibe and today’s pop with rock 'n' roll roots,” Carswell brings an electrifying vibe to his sound. […]
By Kendra Sells Hip-Hop Journalist Grid Squid is responsible for hosting popular hip-hop events held monthly throughout San Marcos like Will Sing For Coffee at Wake the Dead Coffee House and Boom Baps and Daps at Triple Crown. They also host an alternative rock show called The Wild Rumpus held at Gold Crown. Grid Squid is a staple to San Marcos hip-hop culture, providing opportunities for artists of all backgrounds […]
By Connor Schwanke Music Journalist In the summer of 2014, twins Colin and Hayden Higginbotham came together to form indie rock band Fly Coco. Their first public performances began with open mics in San Marcos, Texas. In 2015, they added guitarist and drummer Zac Hernandez. At this time they began playing events throughout San Marcos and Austin, and their following grew quickly over their first year. In early 2016, Fly Coco […]
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