Music Notes
Hong Kong Wigs kick off residency, plus more Austin music picks for early April
Hong Kong Wigs will play the 13th Floor every Wednesday in April.
If you’ve yet to crawl out of your post-SXSW hole, then a busy April across Austin’s music scene should do the trick. Here’s what you should considering catching in the first half of the month.
Hong Kong Wigs at the 13th Floor – Every Wednesday in April
Hot off the release of their catchy new single, “Fa Fa Fa,” power trio Hong Kong Wigs are hunkering down at the 13th Floor where they’ll play every Wednesday this month. The whole run of lineups isn’t out yet, but on April 5, Pollen RX and Exotic Fruits play support, and April 12 will feature Star Parks and Alex Riegelman. Tickets for each show are $10.
Mamahawk at Hotel Vegas – Thursday, April 6
Mamahawk have readied a new single, “Walk In The Fire,” and the release show is at Hotel Vegas this Thursday, April 6. Joining the versatile pop band will be two of Austin’s best folk-leaning acts, Lady Dan and Half Dream. Tickets for the show are $10.
Ramesh at Hotel Vegas – Friday, April 7
Voxtrot vocalist Ramesh is set to play with Trumpeter Swan at Hotel Vegas this Friday, April 7. Cover for the show is just $5, which is a low, low price for these two indie pop acts, but the best news here may actually be that this is an early event with doors at 6:30 pm and music starting at 7:30 pm.
Los Coast at Antone’s – Friday, April 7
Los Coast will have their psych-tinged soul sound on display at Antone’s this Friday, April 7. Pop R&B up-and-comer Arya will kick off the show, which a memorial for Preston, a beloved former employee at the venue. Tickets are $17.
Narrow Head at the Parish – Thursday, April 13
Alternative rock act Narrow Head recently released a noteworthy new album, Moments Of Clarity, and you’ll be able to take in selections from it at the Parish on Thursday, April 13. On Being An Angel and Vamps round out the bill. Tickets for the show are $18.
Felt Out at the Mohawk – Friday, April 14
Until I’m Light is the title of the new Felt Out (formerly Emme) album that’s coming out on Friday, April 14. On that same date, you’ll be able to see the electronic pop duo at the Mohawk with Font and Loveme. Tickets for the show are $12 in advance.
DIIV's set was moody, but propulsive thanks to strong bass lines.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Zachary Cole Smith can always be counted on for a nostalgic 'fit.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Starcleaner Reunion singer Jo Roman keeps the beat.Photo by Brianna Caleri
From the looks of it, no one had a better time onstage than Wayne Coyne, frontman of the Flaming Lips.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The tinsel whip was one of many props.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The Flaming Lips are known for touring with huge inflatables.Photo by Brianna Caleri
A joyful crowd reacts to being blasted with confetti during the Flaming Lips' set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Ty Segall was king of the guitar jams.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Segall's painted jeans were probably the most unique fashion statement all weekend.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The Psych Fest uniform: Earthy shorts and calf tattoos.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Thomas Attar Bellier of Al-Qasar plays a beautifully adorned electric saz.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The more mics, the better for Al-Qasar.Photo by Brianna Caleri
A closer look at the saz.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Lyrics in Arabic brought extra gravitas to the set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
How's that for a desert hallucination?Photo by Brianna Caleri
New Candys guitarist Emanuele Zanardo puts a physical flourish in his playing.Photo by Brianna Caleri
The Black Angels interrupted the technicolor parade for a largely black-and-white set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Black Angels bassist Misti Hamrick-French basks in the cold glow of a strobe light.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Dumbo Gets Mad reminds us that Italians just get fashion.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Guitarist Luca Bergomi gets in on bassist Ivan Torelli's shot.Photo by Brianna Caleri
LA LOM bassist Jake Faulkner captures the sun.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Guitarist Zac Sokolow danced for the whole set, which happened to be on his birthday.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Faulkner's grandstanding added flavor to the show, which ultimately didn't need psychedelic visuals.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Faulkner's howls cut through the air, hardly amplified.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Trish Toledo paid homage to mothers and couples in her romantic set.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Not a practical shoe for a rainy weekend. We salute her sacrifice for fashion.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Thee Sacred Souls closed out the festival with a brass section.Photo by Brianna Caleri
This backup singer was exquisitely styled in blue.Photo by Brianna Caleri
Singer Josh Lane snapped a photo of an adoring audience. See you next time, Josh.Photo by Brianna Caleri