Pixies | Washington DC

The Lincoln Theater was transported to another world on May 16, 2017 by the Pixies. The iconic rock band known for their unique sound and surreal lyrics, still sounds as good as they did in 1988 on Surfer Rosa. The show had a great balance of Pixies hits, more obscure tracks, and completely new work. Paz Lenchantin had an extremely similar sound to former bassist and vocalist Kim Deal, and did the band’s original sound justice. The Pixies left the Lincoln Theater, and everyone in the audience, engulfed in their sound. 

Words and photos by Skylar Watkins.

Cymbals Eat Guitars | Washington DC

Cymbals Eat Guitars performing at Lincoln Theater in Washington DC on May 16, 2017. All photos taken by Skylar Watkins.

Temples | Philadelphia

Temples performing at Underground Arts in Philadelphia, PA on May 15, 2017. All photos taken by Robert Alexander.

Empire of the Sun | Washington DC

Empire of the Sun performing at Echostage in Washington DC on May 11, 2017. All photos taken by Naomi Marika.

State Champs | New York City

State Champs performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on May 11, 2017. All photos taken by Christina Morgan.

Against The Current | New York City

Against The Current performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on May 11, 2017. All photos taken by Christina Morgan.

With Confidence | New York City

With Confidence performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on May 11, 2017. All photos taken by Christina Morgan.

Don Broco | New York City

Don Broco performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on May 11, 2017. All photos taken by Christina Morgan.

The Score | Philadelphia

The Score performing at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA on May 11, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

State Champs | Philadelphia

State Champs performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on May 9, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

Against The Current | Philadelphia

Against The Current performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on May 9, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

With Confidence | Philadelphia

With Confidence performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on May 9, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

Don Broco | Philadelphia

Don Broco performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on May 9, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

Ben Hazlewood | Philadelphia

Ben Hazlewood performing at Voltage Lounge in Philadelphia, PA on May 8, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

Diet Cig | San Diego

Diet Cig performing at The Irenic in San Diego, CA on May 6, 2017. All photos taken by Andrea Hoffman.

Big Wild | Washington DC

Big Wild performing at U Street Music Hall in Washington DC on April 20, 2017. All photos taken by Naomi Marika.

Portugal. The Man | Washington DC

Portugal. The Man performing at 9:30 Club in Washington DC on April 1, 2017. All photos taken by Naomi Marika.

COIN | Philadelphia

COIN  performing at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA on May 5, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

A R I Z O N A | Philadelphia

A R I Z O N A  performing at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA on May 5, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.

The Maine | Asbury Park

The Maine performing at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ on April 30, 2017. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.