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Simultaneously ethereal and electronic, Houston native Michelle Miears’ solo project launched only a year ago when progress stalled with her band, BLSHS. Miears played the Mercury stage alone at FPSF, performing songs from her recently released EP “Who Will Save you?” Her somber lyrics and haunting refrains draw strongly from her romantic experiences and her weekly volunteer work at an animal shelter.
Originally from Houston, Khruangbin is a Thai funk band consisting of Laura Lee on bass, Mark Speer on guitar and Donald Johnson on drums. Khruangbin is Thai for “engine fly,” or “airplane,” and reflects their musical style, which was first inspired by '60s and '70s Thai funk cassettes. With “A Calf Born in Winter,” Khruangbin garnered attention for their inspired sound, culminating in their release of 2015 album “The Universe Smiles Upon You.”
The Wheel Workers made a name for themselves by embracing controversial and polarizing topics through their music, and their newest work does not shy away from commentary on the current political climate. Based in Houston, the liberal five-piece indie rock band just finished recording its upcoming album and is about to embark on their largest tour yet.
Camera Cult consists of Ricky Vasquez and David Gonzalez, both Houston-based artists. With two singles, Camera Cult has yet to establish a defined sound, but draws inspiration from synth pop and disco to create their upbeat melodies. Free Press was their first major festival, and the band hopes to expand their presence with an EP and more singles.
Sarah McLaughlin, known by her stage name of Bishop Briggs, first garnered serious attention for her layered “Wild Horses,” recorded in 2015. Riding that success, the 24-year-old released “River,” her most popular song to date. In April, McLaughlin released her self-titled EP, which is laced through with strong, sultry vocals on top of heavy beats.
Following his Sunday set cancellation, Jai Wolf, an alias for Sajeeb Saha, collaborated with Jauz and Party Favor to put on an impromptu free show for fans at Stereo Live Houston. The event garnered massive attention, with hundreds of attendees.
The Thresher reached out to upcoming artists and local Houston artists for their thoughts on Free Press Summer Fest, the local music scene, what it takes to become an artist, and more. Read the full interview transcripts below.
The children of Mexican immigrants, the four-piece band Bang Bangz made their home in Houston and wear the city’s name proudly. Winners of Houston Press’ Best Electronic Act in 2013, they’re known for their ambience and intertwining vocals. After their 2012 debut, the band took part in the evolution of the local music scene and hope to stick around to take part its further growth.
With the downtown skyline rising in the background of featured local acts and vendors, Free Press Summer Summer Fest presents itself as a Houston classic and a summer staple. The weekend festival, which took place June 3 and 4, is now on its eighth year and has historically featured local artists along with increasingly well-known national acts. However, the festival flounders when it comes to another Houston summer classic: thunderstorms. FPSF 2017 fell down on the very premise it is built upon with poor planning, miscommunication and general instability.
Jai Wolf performs for hundreds at a free pop-up show at Stereo Live. He was scheduled to perform at 5:20 p.m. on Sunday before the festival cancellation.