On a humid fall evening in Houston, fans gathered to witness Shakey Graves take over the stage at White Oak Music Hall’s scenic Lawn.
Opener Flipturn set the mood for the evening with a modern indie-rock set, playing tracks off their album “Shadowglow” accompanied by some covers of classic hits like “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears. As the night went on, the atmosphere grew electric with excitement. The stage, ablaze with White Oak’s stellar lighting system, had an intimate yet open-air vibe that was perfect for an artist like Shakey Graves. The stage setup featured a mix of instruments, including his signature guitar and a suitcase drum, foreshadowing the eclectic blend of folk, blues, country, and rock that was to come.
Around 9:30 PM, Shakey Graves stepped onto the stage to thunderous applause. Dressed in his iconic jumpsuit, the artist wasted no time diving into his setlist. Flourishing his signature performance style, complete with foot stomping and enthusiastic strumming, was a sight to behold. The setlist shifted between the entire outfit performing, to some solo performances from Shakey, wielding just his hollow-body guitar and suitcase drum.
The concert was a journey through Shakey Graves’ expansive discography. He effortlessly transitioned from his folkier tracks like “Dearly Departed” to more energetic numbers like “The Perfect Parts,” showcasing his versatile songwriting and performance skills. Throughout the night, the audience swayed to the music, mesmerized by the combination of Shakey’s signature sound and perfectly matched stage visuals.
Shakey’s darker, almost haunting sound was a perfect match for the ambiance that night, with the sky being lit up by a full moon engulfed in a haze of clouds. The air was your typical Houston style of humid, but some could swear you could feel licks of the fall breeze in between verses.
I'm a student, producer, and social media manager from Houston Texas, I'm currently studying Marketing at the University of Houston. I rediscovered my passion for all things music in early 2022 after challenging myself to learn an electronic instrument. I'm currently working on a solo project heavily inspired by the 80's. In my free time I enjoy walks around the city, dancing, live music, and trying new restaurants.
I'm a Houston-based concert and automotive photographer. I've been a music fan my whole life, and previously was the director for Coog Radio, the University of Houston's student radio station. I listen to a bit of everything, from blues to rock to EDM, but predominantly metal. Some favorites include Slayer, Iron Maiden, and Metallica. When I'm not behind the camera, you can catch me skating, going to car events, and buying too many coffee table books.
