Welcome to Echo City: Inside Tela Bella’s Debut Album
‘Echo City’, Tela Bella’s debut LP, was released on March 28, 2025. In celebration of the album release, Harrison and Jack lined up three back-to-back shows in honor of showcasing their newly released 10-track project.
Behind Every Band, There’s A Woman
In honor of International Women’s Day, I reached out to some of the wonderful women I’ve encountered through our shared love for music, inviting them to share how being a fangirl has impacted their lives.
Experiencing Euphoria with Daydream Twins
Daydream Twins, an Austin-based shoegaze ensemble, comprises Jordan, Aiden, Chris, Ivan, and Bryce. Just one day after unveiling their latest album, Solstice For Embodiment, they performed at Andy’s, sharing their euphoric sound during the Jambaloo festival.
Inside the Creative Wisdom of Attic Space
Abraham “Attic Space” Khan is a multifaceted creative force making waves in the North Texas music scene. Known for his bass playing with the band 'Bubby,' he also excels in visual projections for various bands and festivals, including the illustrious Austin Psych Fest. Additionally, his documentary work for Dust Mothers showcases his storytelling prowess, while his flyer designs effectively promote a multitude of events across diverse platforms. Recently, I had the opportunity to inquire about his inspiring creative pursuits.
Falling into the Enchantment of Divine Calypso
The North Texas-based band Divine Calypso blew my breath away during their recent performance at Rubber Gloves in Denton. Immediately coming in with a powerful sound as pyschedelicious as it could get. Witnessing this band's set felt similar to a religious experience. Every other attendee in the room was just as mesmerized as me, considering how locked in we were throughout the entire performance.
A Night with Lizard
On January 18th, I had the pleasure of seeing Lizard at Horus Hall in Fort Worth. Hailing from Denton, this rock band features Braven on lead guitar and vocals, Jake on rhythm guitar and vocals, Jaedon on drums, and Zack on bass. The evening unfolded with invigorating music, engaging conversations, and a palpable enthusiasm for the local music scene, serving as an exciting launch into a year brimming with live performances.
Boyscott at Andy’s Bar
I’ve been a listener of the band Boyscott ever since I first experienced “Nova Scotia 500” in 2020. So, when I discovered that they were playing in my town, attending was a foregone conclusion. On Thursday, November 14, Andy’s Bar opened their doors for the indie rock band from the East Coast.
The Radiating Warmth of Pique
Last Wednesday, I was blessed enough to see Pique at Three Links. Their honey-soaked, sonorous music filled the room on a warm July night with the sound of sunshine. I found keeping my focus on taking photos of the band rather challenging as their set reeled me in in a mesmerizing awe.
Dust Mothers’ Forseeable Farewell
On July 14, 2024, the occupants of Rubber Gloves were met with a night of psychedelicousness for Dust Mothers’ farewell show. The venue was transformed into a kaleidoscope of sound and color, with the band's unique blend of psychedelic rock and experimental sounds. The band’s last performance was the first and only that I have attended. Although my experience with their live performances has been minimal, most attendees' admiration for the band as musicians and love for the guys as friends was undeniably present.
Interview: Momoyeaux on the Importance of Staying True to Your Emotions
Momoyeaux is an emo-indie band from North Texas composed of Dom (vocals, guitar, lyrics), Teejay (bass), and Sam (drums). I have had the privilege of working with the band for the last few months. Alongside the growth of our friendship, I have become a fan of both their music and our conversation. We spoke about friendship, emotions, and anime at their most recent show at the Asylum in Denton.
Rainbow Rock at Fernwood
By the end of our hasty journey to Fernwood, I had become utterly useless regarding human functioning as my senses melted into a puddle of stupefaction from the glorious depths of Big Sur’s coastline.
The Road to Rainbow Rock
While the thrill of spontaneity can sometimes lead to an imbalance of wise life decisions, the hunger for adventure that one of my dearest friends and I possess has blessed us with a road trip full of experiences that we will carry with us for the rest of our lives.
Quarters of Change at Club Dada
From flaming rifts that can heat up a venue of any size to profound lyrics that captivate the hearts of anyone listening, Quarters of Change is a band I have been privileged enough to see four times now.
Notable Moments Throughout the Years
In a world where relative concepts such as time and adolescence are stripped of their beauty and thrown into the bin of overused and over-influential marketing tools, it’s vital to groove on the consistencies our communities offer for those brave enough to enjoy them.
Mexico in June
The intensity with which I miss what I experienced in Mexico is so strong that I would drop everything right now if given the chance to return tomorrow.