Nolan Potter Becomes the Sorcerer’s Apprentice in New Video

Prog-psych composer battles creepy reaper in “Caberfae Peaks”

"...From labyrinthine compositions to galvanizing live performances, Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band never falls short of epic. No..."

Nov. 11, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band Album Review

Music Is Dead (Castle Face Records)

"...petals on the path that traverses the soundscape of Nolan Potter's third eye. This recent source of distortion soul..."

Nov. 19, 2021 Music Feature by Mars Salazar

Austin Music: What We're Listening to This Week

Buffalo Nichols, Stephanie Bergara, and the Hickoids soundtrack our week in local sound

"...into the next newness. – Doug FreemanGulf Collide by Marie/Lepanto Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band's "Stubborn Bubble"..."

Aug. 13, 2021 Music Column by Doug Freeman

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...when she isn't hiding from herself, either. – Abby Johnston Nolan Potter..."

May 21, 2021 Music Feature by Abby Johnston

Faster Than Sound – Sex Bomb to Sister Ray: Recapping Levitation’s Second Downtown Go-Round

Scenes from Austin’s marquee independent music fest

"...Austin participants Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band decided the individually ticketed sprawl felt..."

Nov. 15, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

In My World of Disorder, the Top 100 Austin Records of 2021

Kevin Curtin ranks his favorite local releases of the year

"...9) Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band, Music Is Dead (Castle Face)..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Your Field Guide to the 101 Essential Acts at SXSW

Scroll eternal through the best and buzziest artists at the fest

"...File Under: Cult Classic Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band..."

March 11, 2022 Music Feature by The Chronicle Music Staff

The Most Memorable Moments of Levitation’s Saturday and Sunday

Die Spitz, L7, and the Pinky Rings as Fembots

"...bounce guaranteed, Gemmy’s juice is infectious. – Laiken Neumann Nolan Potter-Led Mystery Groop Sparkles After Midnight..."

Oct. 31, 2022 Music Post by Kriss Conklin

Second SXSW Lineup Installment Adds Over 300 Acts

KT Tunstall, Shamir, Sunflower Bean, and Circuit Des Yeux highlight

"...Jon Muq, Kydd Jones, Ley Line, Lisa Morales, Nemegata, Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band, Pleasure Venom, Robynn Shayne, Sue Foley,..."

Dec. 8, 2021 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW Turns Out Final Weekly Band List

De La Soul, Mavis Staples, Ximena Sariñana highlight 10th lineup drop

"...Carda, Marcos Cabral & Bill Converse, Mujeres Podridas, Nimbus, Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band, Phoenixtheproducer, Princess Barbie, Range Emotion, RF..."

Feb. 28, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Free Week 2019 Is in the Rearview Mirror, but These Homegrown Standouts Aren't

10 local showcases that got us excited for what’s to come this year

"...to the napkin holders for improvised earplugs. – Christina Garcia Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band, Temple of Angels, Hidden Ritual, Borzoi,..."

Jan. 11, 2019 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

10 Free Week Acts to Watch This Weekend

Keep an eye out for these musicians in 2019

"...Nolan Potter's Nightmare BandBarracuda, Fri. 4; Hotel Vegas, Sun. 6..."

Jan. 4, 2019 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Saturnalia Festival 2018

"...Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band..."

Nov. 21, 2018 Photo Gallery

Q&A Hole: Unwilling Alien Espionage

Billie Buck: “Teleport me to the cheese factory”

"...Dowey, and the namesake leader of prog-psych acid orchestra Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band. How did they respond? Find out..."

Aug. 7, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band

"...The debut album from Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band sounds like a long-lost private press..."

Nov. 29, 2019 Music Review by Michael Toland

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A DAWA benefit, A Giant Dog album release, and a country showcase headline our recommended Austin shows

"...with Seventies synthwave as Metius, while Austin's Jethro Tull, Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band, opens.  – Raoul Hernandez A Giant..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Music Column by Adam Cherian

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Los Cogelones, PickleStock, Lady Dan, and more recommended Austin shows

"...Colombian funk wizards Superfónicos and Eighties horror film scorers Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band close out the night. – Kriss ConklinCarroña..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Flying Lotus, and Oneohtrix Point Never to Play Levitation 2023 on Halloween Weekend

The multi-venue Austin music festival expands, October 26-29

"...Die Spitz, El Combo Oscuro, Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol, Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band, and, of course, the Black Angels...."

June 28, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Jess Williamson, Ondara, Cherubs, Blushing, and more recommended shows

"...limit). Musicians include Sydney Harding-Sloan (Hey Cowboy!), KindKeith, and Nolan Potter. Benny BenassiDevil May Care, Sunday 11..."

June 9, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Eight April Music Festivals In and Around Austin

From Rancho Alegre to Austin Blues, April offers ample opportunities

"...Summer-signed psych rockers Allah-Las with Amplified Heat, Money Chicha, Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band, and Superfónicos. Two Step InnSan Gabriel..."

April 7, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Sudan Archives, Soccer Mommy, and Allah-Las to Headline the Handbuilt Motorcycle Show

Austin motor show becomes music fest with Resound partnership

"...Summer-signed psych rockers Allah-Las with Amplified Heat, Money Chicha, Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band, and Superfónicos, plus Bambi spinning records...."

March 23, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Musicians Demand Fair Compensation From SXSW at Convention Center Rally

National union pushed for increased $750 artist payout on Thursday

"...Indoor Creature, Katherine de Rosset, Knife in the Water, Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band, Sasha & the Valentines, T.J. Masters,..."

March 17, 2023 Music Post by Lina Fisher

2022/2023 Austin Music Awards Winners

You voted – here's Austin's favorite artists, albums, and more

"...Nominees: Carolyn Trowbridge, vibraphone Nolan Potter, flute Ibrahim Aminou, kora Indrajit Banerjee, sitar Best..."

Feb. 26, 2023 Music Post by James Renovitch

Ten Austin Concert Options for New Year's Eve 2022

From Cumbia to Coconut Club's Last Dance, ring in 2023 musically

"...their whammy bars. David Bowie (Moonage Daydreams), Todd Rundgren (Nolan Potter), and Lynyrd Skynyrd (Jim Campo) odes round out..."

Dec. 23, 2022 Music Feature by Laiken Neumann

Hot Summer Nights Reviews

Free music fest cools out record hot summer

"...similar to the standards of Grover's recently dissolved ensemble, Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band – the A/C was hitting so..."

Aug. 12, 2022 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

The Far Out Is Having a Moment

Scrappy South Austin venue is building a major presence in the city’s live music ecosystem

"...successful relocation for the Chronicle's annual Hot Sauce Festival, Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band's popular summer residency (part of the..."

May 13, 2022 Music Feature by Chad Swiatecki

New Gathering MoFest Brings Austin Music and Art Culture to the Country

Vibe Barn? Check. Organizers discuss new fest’s mission

"...a stage under the country stars. A Giant Dog, Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band, Night Cap, Clarence James, Angel White,..."

April 20, 2022 Music Post by Mars Salazar

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Sean Wheeler, a KVRX house party, the Southside Psychout, and two Hole in the Wall extravaganzas

"...shindig, though, remains local talent, anchored by psych/prog traditionalists Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band (naturally), alt-psychsters Annabelle Chairlegs, noise rascals..."

March 11, 2022 Music Column by Gary Lindsey

2021/2022 Austin Music Awards Winners

You voted – here's Austin's favorite artists, albums, and more

"...Nominees: Alexalone Go Fever Zach Person Nolan Potter’s Nightmare Band Best Soul/R&B: BLK ODYSSY..."

March 8, 2022 Music Post by James Renovitch

Crucial Free Week Concerts

Grab your mask and hit some gratis live shows

"...lo-fi tones in a homemade sound made for lovers. Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band guitarist William Grover introduces solo project..."

Dec. 31, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

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