Concert Recap: Afterglow Session at Cactus Cafe
Afterglow kicked off the new semester with music by Lefty Parker and the White Soxx Band, Wednesday Kid, and Avara on February 10, 2023.
Photos by Mackenzie Coleman, Thomas Cruz, Wayne Lim, and Amelia Tapia

Lefty Parker opens the Afterglow Show. Photo by Mackenzie Coleman

Lefty Parker sings wistfully into the microphone. Photo by Amelia Tapia

Lefty Parker opens with a solo performance, followed by a performance with the White Soxx Band. Photo by Thomas Cruz

The White Soxx Band joins Lefty Parker on stage for the rest of the set. Photo by Wayne Lim

Bassist Roman Parnell backs Lefty Parker with a thumping bassline. Photo by Wayne Lim

Wednesday Kid puts on an engaging performance. Photo by Thomas Cruz

The lead singer of Wednesday Kid, Will Derden plays his guitar with his pick in his mouth. Photo by Mackenzie Coleman

Gabe Mount joins Derden for “Metronome.” Photo by Amelia Tapia

Claire Cheney harmonizes with Wednesday Kid. Photo by Wayne Lim

Wednesday Kid puts on an engaging performance. Photo by Thomas Cruz

The bassist stays cool and focused as he plucks at his guitar. Photo by Wayne Lim

Avara opens her set with her new single, “If u picked up.” Photo by Mackenzie Coleman

Avara belts out an unreleased, self-produced song. Photo by Amelia Tapia

Avara sings her single, “Everything I (never) said.” Photo by Mackenzie Coleman

Avara closes the night by showcasing some newly produced music. Photo by Thomas Cruz

Covering Amy Winehouse’s “Back to Black,” Avara sings comfortably into the mic. Photo by Amelia Tapia















