On February 26th, vibrant melodies filled White Oak Music Hall as Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards took the stage for their Rapture Tour. A crowd of enthusiastic fans eagerly anticipated the upcoming performances.
First to take the stage is Redefining Rescue with their song, “When the Sun Goes Down,” from their most recent album, Less Than Perfect. Based in Houston, TX, Redefining Rescue comprises Luis Grimaldo, Jordan Cravens, Mark Garner, Austin Serrett and Jared Knight. Renowned for its diverse repertoire spanning multiple genres, the band primarily identifies as an Alternative pop-rock ensemble. After their intro song, they introduced themselves to the crowd.
Thank you guys so much! If you don’t know us, we are Redefining Rescue. We are here from Houston, Texas. We are just so excited to be here. We will play you guys a couple of our originals tonight. This next song is called “My Heart.
Luis Grimaldo of Redefining Rescue
The band continuously interacted with their audience throughout their performance, getting them to clap and sing along. The members also showcased impeccable chemistry with each other on stage. Standout songs from their performance are “Way We Feel” and “Drown.” Before the end of their performance, they exhilarated the crowd for the acts yet to be performed, then ended their set with the song “Burn.”
Holdfast. soon took the stage with their enthusiastic introduction while the instrumental of their song “Find a Way” from their album Movies played. Charlie, Tommy and Mikey Maddocks are the trio behind the Denver-based alt-rock band. Their dynamic live performances and introspective songwriting have swiftly gained acclaim across the U.S. and U.K. They soon spoke to the crowd, introducing themselves.
Hello, how are we doing tonight? We are called Holdfast. We are three brothers from Denver, Colorado, and it’s our first time in Houston, so this is awesome! This is show number five of Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards, so we are super pumped, and we’re just getting started! My name is Charlie, and please welcome my brother Mikey Maddocks on bass! And Tommy on drums!
Charlie Maddocks of Holdfast.
The brothers were energetic on stage with a fantastic presence, engaging the crowd throughout their performance. It was an excellent segment during “Tom’s Song” when Tommy took the front stage on a single drum with Charlie following him and having fun playing it. It showed the deep connection they have for each other. Standout songs from their performance are “Time” and “Real Life.” They ended their set with the song “Drive,” and soon, the night’s main act would take the stage.
Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards started with their song “Fake Me Out,” with phenomenal instrumentals and vocals from the band. The band is a musical project led by Johnny Manchild, based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Their music blends elements of jazz, funk, rock, and soul, creating a unique and dynamic sound. They are known for their high-energy live performances and inventive compositions. Before the next song, Manchild talks to the crowd.
Hello! How are we doing tonight, Houston? Thank you! I want you guys to go ‘woo’ if you’ve ever seen us play before! And now I want you guys to go ‘woo’ if you have not! F*ck yeah, that’s cool. How’d you feel? How was that? Was that good? [crowd cheers loudly] Alright, pack it up! [crowd laughs]
Johnny Manchild of Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards
Their intricate musicianship made for a fascinating listen for the audience in a way that drew you into an immersive journey. Manchild would change instruments and play the guitar through certain songs, adding to his impeccable musical ability.
Standout songs from their performance are “The Message,” “Gestapo,” and “Oh Songbird.” They ended their phenomenal act with “Gestapo” receiving a long ovation from the crowd filled with fans.
Overall, it was a stellar night at White Oak Music Hall, full of illuminating music. Intricate instrumentals, emotional vocals, and cheering could be heard throughout the night. Check out these talented artists and our Live page for the latest live coverage!
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