Holly Humberstone @ Les Etoiles - Paris, France
February 17th 2025: Holly Humberstone @ Les Etoiles - Paris, France
Holly Humberstone - Photos Courtesy of: Manon Pothin
British singer Holly Humberstone brought her Cruel World European Tour to a close at Les Etoiles in Paris, France.
Just two months before the release of her second album, titled Cruel World, Holly Humberstone travelled Europe on a sold-out tour. Rather than bringing her entire band with her, the singer chose to perform more intimate shows, with solely Seth Tackberry accompanying her on the keyboard.
Opening the show with her latest single, “To Love Somebody,” Holly created a setlist delightfully mixing older fan favorites, like “Scarlett” and “Deep End,” and unreleased songs from her upcoming album. She wrote most of the latter on a small writers’ retreat in London with her opening act, Woody. Amongst those were “Beauty Pageant," "Lucy"—dedicated to her sister—and the eponymous “Cruel World”. Holly then went on to introduce the last unreleased song, “White Noise,” which she wrote in Nashville and described as a pop song with an infusion of country. The live version was a lot calmer than the studio one, given the lack of a band, and one thing’s for sure: fans can’t wait to hear it and dance to it.
Before closing the show with “Dive,” Holly teased another tour in Europe in the following fall, with a full band this time.
Holly Humberstone will next go on a small, intimate tour in the UK before heading to the US for a two-month-long tour, starting off with a bang at Coachella. Her second album, Cruel World, will be released on the 10th of April.
The Beaches @ Élysée-Montmartre - Paris, France
February 8th 2025: The Beaches @ Élysée-Montmartre - Paris, France
The Beaches - Photos Courtesy of: Manon Pothin
Canadian band The Beaches took over the beautiful Élysée-Montmartre in Paris for their No Hard Feelings tour.
Almost three years since their last concert in France, The Beaches finally came back to the capital, going from a small 300 capacity venue to 1400 people, with fans travelling from all over the world. The energy from the crowd was through the roof before the band even came onstage, with a pre-show playlist turning the venue into a massive sing-along.
Mixing songs from their latest album with older hits such as “Everything is Boring” or “Blame Brett”, The Beaches performed for more than an hour to the cheers of the fans. Their crowd work is impeccable, from bringing a fan onstage to share a story as a way of introducing their song “Did I Say Too Much”, or lead singer Jordan Miller getting in the crowd to dedicate “Jocelyn” to a lucky fan.
The No Hard Feelings tour is far from being over, as The Beaches will next head onto the UK leg of the trip before going to Australia; if you have the opportunity to see them live, it is clear you should not miss it.
Del Water Gap @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
January 24th 2025: Del Water Gap, Hannah Jadagu @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
Del Water Gap - Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
On the eve of the largest snowstorm to hit Philadelphia since 1996, Del Water Gap took the stage to a packed house. DWG is no stranger to Philly, playing house shows since 2016, to a now sold-out show at The Fillmore. It was a joy getting to see Holden now playing his catalog to larger and larger audiences who embrace his unique songwriting. Opening the show was the equally great Hannah Jadagu.
Setlist
Small Town Joan of Arc
Sorry I Am
Better Than I Know Myself
Please Follow
Doll House
New Personality
Ghost in the Uniform
NFU
Marigolds
Beach House
High Tops
To Philly
Waiting on the Day
Eastside Girls
How to Live
Coping On Unemployment
All We Ever Do Is Talk
Damn
Perfume
Ode to a Conversation Stuck in Your Throat
Hannah Jadagu
Jhariah @ Roadrunner - Boston, MA
November 20th 2025: Jhariah @ Roadrunner - Boston, MA
Jhariah - Photos Courtesy of: Chinaza Ajuonuma
In Boston, Jhariah stormed the Roadrunner stage with a level of energy that could ignite an entire festival lineup. Even before fans had fully settled in, he had transformed the venue into a frenzy of movement, color, and rapid-fire emotion.
Launching headfirst into “BIGSHOT,” Jhariah immediately set the tone: sharp, theatrical, and relentless. His trademark performance style—darting across the stage, punctuating every lyric with big expressive gestures—had the crowd locked in within seconds. Even fans who entered the room unfamiliar with his music were quickly swept into the current.
The momentum only built from there. “DEBT COLLECTOR” and “FIRE4FUN” hit with controlled chaos, each song twisting between genres mid-stride. Jhariah’s voice moved from snarls to soaring belts to precise staccato phrases, keeping the audience guessing where the next beat drop or emotional spike would land.
By the time he reached “RISK, RISK, RISK!”, the room was fully in his hands. The track—a frantic whirlwind of tension and catharsis—exploded live, with Jhariah pacing the edge of the stage like a ringmaster conducting his own circus.
Mid-set, he shifted the emotional gears with “Needed a Change of Pace,” offering something warmer and more melodic without losing the intensity. His ability to make explosive theatricality and vulnerability coexist is part of what makes his live performance so magnetic.
Closing the set, “Flight of the Crows” and “PIN-EYE” showcased the full scope of his artistry. “Flight of the Crows” came with sweeping dramatic movements and a sense of rising tension, while “PIN-EYE,” introduced with its haunting vocal arrangement, felt ritualistic and climactic. The choir-like opening washed over the room before the full band crashed in, ending the set with a cinematic final punch.
By the end, the audience was shouting, dancing, and fully energized.
Little Image @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
November 23rd 2025: little image @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
little image - Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
Texas trio Little Image took the stage in Philly on November 23rd opening for The Academy Is… on their long-awaited return tour. I’ve been lucky enough to catch Little Image over the last several years on their tours through Philly, and I can safely say this was the best I’ve seen them yet. They never fail to deliver a tight electronic rock-infused set, encapsulating the raw lyrics, giving the taste of punk rock with the ease of dancable indie rock. Little Image finished the set with their latest single, “KILL THE GHOST”, which I’d rank as one of the coolest songs I’ve seen live this year. Can’t wait to see how these guys continue to grow their sound!
Setlist
THE PRESSURE
BLUE
NOVOCAINE
STRANGE FRIENDS
OUT OF MY MIND
Mr. Cynical
RUN FOR FOREVER
Bottles
KILL THE GHOST
almost monday @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
November 16th 2025: almost monday @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
Dawson Daugherty of almost monday - Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
There’s something infectious about seeing almost monday live. The cold air was starting to roll in in Philly on Sunday, November 16th, but almost monday brought their sunny California vibes to The Fillmore to warm us all up. Offering a slew of their bops, it’s hard not to catch yourself dancing along to the trio and taking in frontman Dawson Daugherty's unique moves across the stage. Coming off the high of their biggest single to date this year, “can’t slow down”, excited to hear whatever next inevitably catchy tune is to come from almost monday. Be sure to catch almost monday opening for the remainder of The Band Camino’s US tour this month.
Setlist
is it too late?
can’t slow down
cough drops
never enough
only wanna dance
lost
enjoy the ride
sunburn
sun keeps on shining
you look so good
she likes sports
tidal wave
jupiter
life goes by
The Wombats @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
November 10th 2025: The Wombats, Red Rum Club, Only The Poets @ The Fillmore - Philadelphia, PA
Matt of The Wombats - Photos Courtesy of: Carolyn Lederach
Liverpool trio The Wombats took the stage on the first chilly night of the season in Philadelphia. Joined by fellow UK bands, Red Rum Club and only the poets. The crowd slowly filled the venue as the bands took the stage, each bringing their own unique blend of rock and pop sounds, getting the crowd excited for The Wombats. Touring in support of their 6th studio album, Oh! The Ocean, The Wombats took the stage with a burst of energy amongst an oddly furry backdrop covering the stage. Throughout the night, the stage was visited by more wombat mascots, including a special guest cutout of our very own Phillie Phanatic. Every time you see The Wombats, you know you’re guaranteed to have a good time. Now with an extensive catalogue, the band has a lot of ground to cover, and they certainly were sure to include that in their setlist. If you missed them on this tour, don’t worry, they’re back in early 2026 to play more of the states.
Setlist
Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come
Moving to New York
Cheetah Tongue
Techno Fan
Kate Moss
Ready for the High
Can’t Say No
1996
Pink Lemonade
Holy Sugar
Kill the Director
My Head Is Not My Friend
Lethal Combination (Acoustic)
Blood On the Hospital Floor
Tokyo (Vampires & Wolves)
Method to the Madness
Lemon to a Knife Fight
If You Ever Leave, I'm Coming With You
Turn
Encore:
Greek Tragedy
Let's Dance to Joy Division
Red Rum Club
only the poets
Khruangbin @ The Heights Theater - Houston
November 5th 2025: Khruangbin, DJ Sun @ The Heights Theater - Houston, TX
Khruangbin | Photos Courtesy of: Violeta Alvarez
Small Stage, Big Soul: Khruangbin’s Intimate Houston Nights at The Heights Theatre
11/05/2025
Khruangbin always finds a way to make their hometown shows feel special. Just a few months ago, the band performed an intimate set at Cactus Records and a massive hometown show at The Woodlands Pavilion. This week, the Houston trio returned once again, this time for two sold-out nights at The Heights Theatre, an intimate 500-capacity venue. It was a rare chance to see them up close, in a space that could barely contain the crowd’s energy. From wall to wall, the room buzzed with anticipation; it was hard to breathe but impossible to leave.
Local legend DJ Sun opened the night, setting the tone with his signature blend of global grooves and Houston soul, a perfect prelude to the band’s eclectic sound. When Mark Speer, Laura Lee, and Donald “DJ” Johnson Jr. finally took the stage, they were met with joyous cheers that felt more like a family reunion than fandom.
Their hour-and-a-half set moved with effortless rhythm, blending psych-soul, funk, and slow-burn melodies that shimmered through the small room. Songs like “Maria También,” “White Gloves,” and “People Everywhere (Still Alive)” felt both familiar and new, filled with fresh energy and emotion.
There was no elaborate production, no spectacle, but just a moment of return. A decade into their journey, Khruangbin’s music continues to feel like home: rooted in the heart of Houston, timeless, and beautifully their own.
