Rambunctious crowds, mosh pits, backdrop graphics and raging anthems. What do all these things have…
Gogol Bordello razzle and dazzles during their set. It is a party; a fun one, a conscious one, a danceable one and a hopeful one. The Gogol Bordello seven do not cheat you, there are no corners cut or mediocre instances; all the more impressive once known that they are performing with heavy hearts.
Now in their fifties, the Jawbreaker triad seemed at ease with their showmanship. Nothing flashy or outlandish, just sheer musicianship and giant backdrop banner spelling out the moniker. The body language more relaxed-dads than rebellious-twenty-somethings, naturally; however, sporadically, flashes of yesteryear passions would take over.
BabyJake is a formidable and exciting artist to observe in a live setting. The memorable antics and festive gear hooks you in, the music makes you a fan.
The Acid Dad dudes are quite volatile — in a good way. They display their talents rather cool-and-collected for the most part, but will not let you get too comfortable during their small bursts of high energetic musical outbursts. It is almost comes across as playful. From the neck up we have shades and shaggy hairstyles, from the neck down we have four different body languages that can each lead a small melodic charge and own the spotlight for moments at a time.
If her string of recent performances are any indication, the name Ashe may become a much bigger force within the circuit. Do yourself a favor, catch her now if you can, the intimate venue showings may soon be a thing of the past.
Ah yes, Oliver Tree is all about individualism and just doing whatever the hell he wants.
Neck Deep’s All Distortions Are Intentional Tour is finally here. Let’s get ready to party.
A look back at the Shaky Knees Festival of 2021.
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