Scrunchies. Croquet. Virgins. Forgery. Murder. Pocketed quietly away in Village C, a high school girl bathed in the spotlight recounts to the audience with her diary entry on the first day of school.

Don’t blink or you might miss Marty Supreme, a comet streak among this year’s film releases.

Waxhatchee (Katie Crutchfield) and MJ Lenderman—two of the biggest names in the modern indie folk-country scene— are fresh off the tracks of an incredibly successful year with both of them earning Grammy nominations for their respective 2024 albums, Tiger’s Blood and Manning Fireworks, both of which were met with near universal critical acclaim.

"I think the sound that came out of me was like a wounded animal or something," said Florence Welch, frontwoman of  Florence + The Machine, describing the aftermath of a near-death experience and the subsequent medical procedure that saved her life.

Getting labeled as a virgin might sound like a humiliation ritual, but for The Rocky Horror Picture Show attendees, it's a rite of passage.

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.