Far Out Lounge hosts the most bands during Levitation Fest, and Nov. 3’s stunning shoegaze lineup was no exception. With Sad Cell, Glare, Airiel, Drop Nineteens, Ringo Deathstarr, and Slowdive performing, it was one of the most iconic arrays yet.
Read MoreThe Afterglow staff has come together to curate our favorite 2024 albums, which got us through the epic highs and lows of the year.
Read Moremelotheory, the Austin-based duo of Patrick Insull and Austin Pedersen, started recording singles in the throes of college before pursuing a music career. The collaboration settled into a six-date residency at Austin’s The Oven, leaving listeners wondering: What’s next for this local band fresh off of a long string of performances?
Read MoreEarly ‘90s shoegaze act Allison’s Halo, Nu gaze artist Wisp, and lost wave band Panchiko played a fuzzy concert full of looper effects and emotive vocals at Stubb’s on Nov. 2, 2024.
Read MoreOn the day of its fifth studio album release, State Champs delivered pop-punk heat to Austin, kicking off its self-titled tour with help from openers Daisy Grenade, Meet Me @ The Altar, and Knuckle Puck on Nov. 8.
Read MoreWitches Exist, Trauma Ray, and Swirlies performed a sold-out show at The Parish on Nov. 1. Despite Witches Exist and Trauma Ray setting the stage for Swirlies to hit a home run with its performance, the classic ‘90s shoegaze band admittedly struggled with difficulties and a lack of sonic cohesion.
Read MoreOsees, otherwise known as Thee Oh Sees, delivered an enthused, frenzied concert at Hotel Vegas for Levitation Music Festival on Oct. 31. Supported by Kairos Creature Club, Osees swept through unrestrained guitar solos, controlled drum rudiments, and spirited basslines.
Read MoreDespite its clashing sound, Tyler, the Creator's eighth studio album serves as a sincere reflection on the advice of his biggest inspiration: his mother.
Read MoreFor two sunny October weekends, big names like Jungle and Kehlani graced the stages of Zilker Park’s signature festival.
Read MoreIn a sweltering afternoon set, the all-woman group refreshed the T-Mobile stage with a bright, vengeful performance.
Read MoreAustin City Limits amplified queer women with captivatingly camp performances from Fletcher, Reneé Rapp, and Chappell Roan during Weekend One.
Read MoreHorse Jumper of Love, accompanied by openers Shallowater and Teethe, evoked casual intimacy in its set on Oct. 1.
Read MoreOdie Leigh, a rising folk artist, played a heartwarming concert at the Historic Scoot Inn with opener June Henry on Sept. 20.
Read MoreIn a stunning tribute to Tom Petty, Lucinda Williams and Mike Campbell joined with their respective bands to play a mix of tear-jerking country, eclectic blues, and bittersweet tributes on September 11.
Read MoreWith eclectic instrumentals across 19 tracks, the self-proclaimed hip-hop Madonna’s latest mixtape is her most ambitious but flawed project yet.
Read MoreCage The Elephant electrified the Moody Center stage on Thursday, July 11, during their highly-anticipated “Neon Pill” tour.
Read MoreOmar Apollo breaks his own heart open for his sophomore record God Said No, “Drifting” through the confusing, consuming, and frustrating stages of grief.
Read MoreWith a May 29 pre-show and official festivities starting May 30, Barcelona’s premier three-day festival returned to Parc del Fòrum with a vibrant lineup.
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