Ethel Cain and her harmonica put an ethereal spin on pop legend Britney Spears’ emotional ballad, “Everytime.”
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At the end of each month, Afterglow presents a staff-picked list of new albums and singles that left a lasting impression on our ears.
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Whether it's Natasha Bedingfield telling listeners to “feel the rain on your skin” or Katy Perry commanding audiences to “Roar,” inspirational anthems consistently amass popularity. With “What I Want,” alternative pop trio MUNA offers a new take on the inspirational anthem – one that might end up ruining lives.
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Ratboys performed with Another Michael at Empire Control Room on Friday, November 3.
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Mort Garson’s album Mother Earth’s Plantasia is a cult classic for synthesizer and plant aficionados everywhere.
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On November 4, 2023, Denim Haircut, Bigfoot and the Gregs, and Slurp the World played at The Ballroom’s outdoor stage.
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On October 28, Afterglow and Happen Twice hosted a Halloween-themed concert at Tweedy’s with performances by Dmitri, Stalefish, Joey Tea, Tealwaves, Whisper, and Team Trust.
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Alternative-pop artist Chappell Roan played Emo’s on November 4 for her “Midwestern Princess” tour.
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Cowboy Mouth and Tiffany Pollack & Co. channeled the riotous spirit of New Orleans rock and roll blues at Antone’s on Oct. 19th.
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ACL returned to Zilker Park for its 22nd edition in 2023. Featuring high-profile headliners like Kendrick Lamar and Foo Fighters and a plethora of indie and local acts, Austin’s staple festival knocked it out of the park.
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Nick Cave stopped in Austin for his North American solo tour and delivered a raw performance full of fervent piano arrangements and emotional vocals on October 23, 2023.
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With an imperial cyborg and criticisms of how we treat the planet, “Am I in Heaven?” is a perfect introduction to the “Gizzverse” and highlights the fun that musicians can have singing about the world around them.
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With support from Anna Shoemaker, indie dream boy Aidan Bissett found his inner rockstar this past Tuesday at 3Ten Austin City Limits.
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Austin native Gary Clark Jr. set the bar high after headlining the first concert in the newly-renovated Hogg Memorial Auditorium on October 27.
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Amplify your seance with these gothic, brooding tunes. ‘Tis the season of the witch, after all.
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Let’s get grunge, cowboys! Get your black boots on and liberty spikes styled to check out these rising punk-rock artists hailing from the live music capital of the world.
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A song that rivals Romeo and Juliet’s once in a lifetime love, “The Power of Love” has been explored by different genres and artists over the years. Here are two versions that stand the test of time.
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With heart-wrenching lyrics, acoustic guitar, and a dash of existential dread, Noah Kahan and Phoebe Bridgers are there to soundtrack your deepest despairs.
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