Phantogram and Giraffage at the Mohawk Two nights of sold out shows at the Mohawk may have not been enough to satiate Austin’s demand for the psych pop group Phantogram. Kudos must be given to the band for opting to play in a smaller venue that serves to compliment their sound rather than playing more…
The party kicked off early Wednesday night at Stubbs with the doors opening at 7 and the first of three featured indie pop bands, Little Comets, taking the stage shortly after. Atlas Genius was the marquee name on the bill but the entire show was stellar as it featured a variety of indie pop from…
After walking around the first weekend of the ACL festival, I’ve got a couple of tips, observations, and objections for those who plan to brave weekend number 2. Leave the flags at home – No one wants to see you waving your custom Moroccan flag with a pot leaf on it, especially when you’re…
“Dark of the Matinee” – Franz Ferdinand Originally posted at the Horn Publication. As the deluge began outside that would ultimately cancel Sunday’s outdoor festivities, three of Indie rock’s most exciting bands took the stage indoors at Emo’s, each giving a memorable performance leading up to Franz Ferdinand’s dance-fueled finale. Frankie Rose, a Brooklyn garage-rock…