Garrett Adair and Alex Sampson performing at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA on February 7, 2025. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Aaron Watson | New York City
Aaron Watson (with support from Jenna Paulette) performing at Mercury Lounge in New York City on February 7, 2024. All photos taken by Samantha Crowley.
Squirrel Flower | Dallas
Squirrel Flower performing at Club Dada in Dallas, TX on February 7, 2024. All photos taken by Maia Tharp.
Vance Joy | Philadelphia
Vance Joy performing at The Met Philadelphia in Philadelphia, PA on February 7, 2023. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
New Found Glory | Seattle
New Found Glory (with support from Leanna Firestone) performing at Neptune Theatre in Seattle, WA on February 7, 2023. All photos taken by Emma-Jane Dotchuk.
Lucky Chops | Los Angeles
Lucky Chops performing at Teragram Ballroom in Los Angeles, CA on February 7, 2020. All photos taken by Gil Willow.
Poi Dog Pondering | Austin
Poi Dog Pondering performing at 3TEN Austin City Limits Live in Austin, TX on February 7, 2020. All photos taken by Sydney Wisner.
As It Is | Philadelphia
Known for their crazy live performances, we were lucky enough to experience another show of As It Is this past month. With the release of their newest album The Great Depression leaving an amazing impression on fans, the guys (along with support acts Point North, Hold Close, and Sharptooth) took the stage all across the nation to perform some of the songs of the release – and the ones older fans remember the most.
Lead-singer Patty Walters did not disappoint with his intense stage presence, leaving his mark on the watching fans and newcomers. Combined with the powerful rhythmic instruments, the guys were able to create a live show that resembled the studio versions with an even better twist: the rawness of a live performance. This is the sole reason why I truly believe everyone has to see an As It Is show in their life. After all, without that energy, how else can we evolve out of The Great Depression.
Words by Madden Levin.
Photos by Cami Liberty.