Mogwai performing at Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC on April 24, 2025. All photos taken by Emma-Jane Dotchuk.
FLO | Philadelphia
FLO performing at The Fillmore in Philadelphia, PA on April 23, 2025. All photos taken by AnnaMarie Otor.
Kevin Atwater | West Hollywood
Kevin Atwater brought forth the most ethereal, dream-like performance to West Hollywood’s Troubadour stage on the night of April 23rd. With the release of his most recent project titled Achilles, this tour is meant to celebrate the tenderness of the stories buried beneath the surface of each song. Atwater delivered a night worth reminiscing, filled with hilarious puns, heartbreaking backstories, and soft melodies on guitar.
As a casual listener of Atwater myself, I wasn’t sure what to expect from the show. Though he has played a few shows in Los Angeles before, I have never had the pleasure of seeing him live until now. This show only fueled my desire to see him once more; not only do I love soul-bearing acoustic songs with lyrics that will have your heart strings painfully unlaced, but Atwater was so conscious of the community he’s built. He beamed with excitement as he scanned the crowd for signs to read aloud, and made sure to keep fans engaged by cracking a knock-knock joke while tuning his guitar:
“Knock knock.”
”Who’s there?”
”Broken pencil.”
”Broken pencil who?”
”Who cares... it’s pointless.”
Additionally, he spoke vulnerably about experiences that shaped his identity and his artistry. Right before playing his song called “Call of Duty,” a few tears were shed by fans as he spoke of the story behind it. He spoke of his grandmother and the tragedy that was her death, and the way it affected his mother. He effortlessly transitioned to other songs on the setlist, such as “ferry beer” and “Caleb.” Atwater further shared anecdotes of his personal experiences with one-sided relationships, heartbreak, and family as he closed out his show with “star tripping.”
Though words cannot do it justice, Atwater is definitely worth one’s while to see live. His witty humor and astounding talent is not to be ignored, and his ability to connect with a crowd leaves a lasting impression. His presence lingers long after the final note; to witness Atwater live is to witness something rare and remarkable.
Words and photos by Alicia Urrea
Denzel Curry | Columbus
Denzel Curry (with support from Kenny Mason) performing at KEMBA Live! in Columbus, OH on April 22, 2025. All photos taken by William Smith.
The Used | New York City
The Used performing at Irving Plaza in New York City on April 22, 2025. All photos taken by Jessie Eshak.
The Linda Lindas | Brooklyn
The Linda Lindas performing at Brooklyn Steel in Brooklyn, NY on April 22, 2025. All photos taken by Julie Hubschman.
Barry Can't Swim | Brooklyn
Barry Can’t Swim performing at Brooklyn Steel in Brooklyn, NY on April 20, 2025. All photos taken by Inés Valencia.
Bishop Briggs | Philadelphia
Bishop Briggs (with support from Ellise) performing at Union Transfer in Philadelphia, PA on March 27, 2025. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Sammy Rae & The Friends | Nashville
Sammy Rae & The Friends (with support from Zinadelphia) performing at Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN on April 19, 2025. All photos taken by Abigail Gornicki.
Molly Grace | Red Bank
Molly Grace performing at Triumph Brewing Company in Red Bank, NJ on April 18, 2025. All photos taken by Madden Levin.
The Devil Wears Prada | Vancouver
The Devil Wears Prada (with support from ERRA and Acres) performing at Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, BC on April 25, 2025. All photos taken by Emma-Jane Dotchuk.
Sasami | Los Angeles
Sasami performing at Lodge Room in Los Angeles, CA on April 19, 2025. All photos taken by Caroline Brodt.
Lucy Dacus | Philadelphia
Lucy Dacus performing at The Met in Philadelphia, PA on April 16, 2025. All photos taken by AnnaMarie Otor.
Maude Latour | Philadelphia
Maude Latour (with support from MARIS) performing at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA on March 22, 2025. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Joywave | New Haven
Joywave (with support from little image) performing at Toad’s Place in New Haven, CT on April 16, 2025. All photos taken by Chantel Malin.
Paleface Swiss | Vancouver
Paleface Swiss (with support from Stick To Your Guns and Nasty) performing at Rickshaw Theatre in Vancouver, BC on April 16, 2025. All photos taken by Emma-Jane Dotchuk.
Still Woozy | Pomona
Still Woozy performing at The Glass House in Pomona, CA on April 14, 2025. All photos taken by Jay Trinh.
Stacey Ryan | Philadelphia
Stacey Ryan performing at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA on March 20, 2025. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.
Capstan | Pittsburgh
Capstan (with support from Colorblind, True North, and Not Enough Space) performing at Spirit Hall in Pittsburgh, PA on April 17, 2025. All photos taken by Kayla Kreller.
Jack Kays | Philadelphia
Jack Kays (with support from Remo Drive) performing at Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, PA on March 15, 2025. All photos taken by Cami Liberty.