While preceded by inflatables and followed by fireworks, The Fray’s performance itself was what pumped up and lit up the audience Friday night at Silobration.
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Mt. Joy took the stage, opening with a few minutes of acoustic music. Warm, sunshine-esque orange lights silhouetted the band as it eased into “Lemon Tree.” The quieter opening did not last long. As the song swelled toward its climax, lead singer Matt Quinn shouted, “What’s up, Waco?” and the pavilion erupted.
Mt. Joy and Ax and The Hatchetmen will bring indie rock 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Foster Pavilion.
Every election, presidential candidates will choose songs that define their campaign. However, there have been obvious standouts. These five songs transcend the rest with their American pride, uplifting nature and overall vibes.
Pop-folk artist and Arizona native Joshua Jensen said his love for music came from a variety of places, including “The Fox and the Hound,” Joni Mitchell records and “Les Misérables.”
Max McNown performed at Austin City Limits to an audience that included 17 of his high school friends.
The third day of Austin City Limits was as hot and dusty as ever, but the refreshing beats we heard throughout the day kept us cool.
The second day of ACL went by in a flash of lights, sounds and tastes. In that rush, here is who we saw.
After a muddy first weekend, crowds traveled through the now dusty and dry Zilker Park to experience the sights and sounds of Austin City Limits Weekend Two. As for our day, we started with some hardcore punk, transitioned to R&B, turned to hear some rock ’n’ roll and finally joined an expansive crowd for some pop.
Bo Staloch said he has pictured himself on an ACL stage his whole life.
The first ACL festival took place in 2002, making this one the 25th. ACL is living up to this momentous year with a variety of well-known artists and sets for attendees to enjoy.
St. Louis senior Ava Janes is turning a lifelong passion for music into a career behind the scenes, earning a spot in a national orchestra program along the way.
Rising country star Braxton Keith and opener Cassidy Daniels brought vocals both bright and deep to the venue.
A student band is gaining attraction through their first two live performances, leading some to think they could be a successful new band in the Waco live music scene.
Carter Faith headlined Howdy at the Hurd Friday night with boot-tapping and hand-clapping hits.
Old Dominion’s first-rate, full Nashville production came Friday night to Foster Pavilion, bringing in country fans ready to don their cowboy hats and dance this Family Weekend.
In her long-awaited fourth studio album, “Angel,” Lizzy McAlpine takes the listener on a journey of expression, love, yearning, personal experiences, grief and disappointment. As a McAlpine fan myself, I listened to “Angel” and heard a familiar and comforting voice.
Musgrave’s genius truly lies within tracks like “Slow Burn,” “High Horse” and “Butterflies.” Whether you’re looking for an easy-going song perfect for watching the sunset or needing something to cry to, this album has both.
Fulshear senior McKenna Franco founded Star Shaped Girl, a first-of-its-kind girl band in the Waco alternative scene, last spring.
As Baylor’s first concert of the fall approaches, seats are slowly but surely snatched up from the Foster Pavilion ticket map. But for some students, the price can be a deterrent.
Not all study music is created equally. Fortunately, through the years, I have developed a list of music to check out depending on what kind of assignment you are working on.
An unspoken mark in everyone’s transition from adolescence to adulthood is the first week of college. Drowning in surreal emotion and overwhelm, the first week of school brings on an odd combination of feelings.
While Foster Pavilion dominates the fall concert schedule, Jason Cook and his team are in talks to fill larger venues in the spring.
From the familiar frequencies of Foster Pavilion to the bumping beats of the new Baylor Backyard Live series, the fall semester is packed with concerts.
The La Fiera de Ojinaga and Los Pescadores del Río Conchos concert has been been rescheduled, but the new date may allow for an outdoor community event.
Friday night at Foster Pavilion marked the third arena show ever for country musician Tyce Delk. After releasing his first single, “Adaline,” in July, his career has skyrocketed, landing him a spot as an opener for Hudson Westbrook.
We’re keeping it moody and mellow for Tunesday this finals week. Just find your study zen, put on the headphones and hit play on these underground weekend releases from Charlotte Day Wilson, spilltab and Mother Soki. You got this.
The songs on this week’s Tunesday are a little bit farther off the beaten track than the usual pop hits featured in this column. Give these rising artists a chance, and you might just find your new favorite song to add to your playlist.
This isn’t just a rehash of what made them popular in their black-and-white Tumblr-era days; it’s a more introspective, textured work that leans into their strengths while pushing into new emotional and sonic territory.
Some exciting new songs released this weekend — let’s break down the lore behind them in the last Tunesday before Thanksgiving break!

