Despite their names, Geese and Dove are the most human artists playing today. No more than a few steps inside the 9:30 Club, we were met with a sea of fans flooding the venue. Many were quick to converse, making even the most awkwardly packed-in attendee fit in. Some had paid hundreds of dollars or traveled far distances to make it to this show. This concert even became a major talking point in the ever-growing discussion about the absurdity of resale prices. After their mas

On Oct. 23, Indigo de Souza brought her Precipice Tour to the 9:30 Club, joined by Landon George on bass, Lila Richardson on drums, and Mike Johnson on guitar and keys. The night began with opener Mothé, who later joined de Souza on stage for their joint song “Serious” (2025). Their friendship was palpable, setting a relaxed tone that carried throughout the evening.  The audience, a lively mix of ages, buzzed with excitement, ready to sing, dance, and connect with de Souza. T

“So you say I’ve got a funny face,” croons MJ Lenderman as harsh guitars give way to softer melodies at the start of “Wristwatch” (2024).

While the setlist covered both new and old material, it was clear that many audience members were less familiar with the band’s newer songs. Still, when the opening notes of “Little Talks” and “Dirty Paws” began, the entire venue came alive. The voices of the crowd joined as one, echoing back lyrics that defined a generation of indie music lovers.

Big Thief performed at The Anthem Saturday, Oct. 25 as part of their Somersault Slide 360 Tour, which highlights their 2025 album Double Infinity.

“At this point, I can confidently say she is greedy. I can also confidently say the music is so good that I’ll never stop giving her my money.” Olivia Baisier (CAS ’24), a former INDY editor, wrote this two years ago in an article titled “Money, Power, Glory: Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour.”