Credit: Brittany Campbell

This past Saturday March 25th at Hotel Vegas a special birthday show was held at Hotel Vegas featuring some of Austin’s finest: My Empty Phantom and White Denim. This might sound as a surprise because the show was very limited in space and seemed to be very secret. I was lucky enough to be added on the guest list last minute.

My Empty Phantom features the talents of Jesse Beaman. This is the perfect name to match the daunting music Jesse makes in his one-man band. He loops guitars, drums, piano and other instruments to create enlightening post-rock melodies.

White Denim is a fast rising Austin and nationally recognized act. They mix Latin sound with pure rock-n-roll vibes that gets the crowd going. There is never a dull moment with White Denim.

This article appears in February 24 • 2012.

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