Glory Gene saw Wye Oak at Mohawk in Austin, TX. “The air surrounding the outdoor venue was thick and hot causing defective equipment and sweat in undiscovered body crevices. Nonetheless, the show drew a substantial crowd of die-hards and sets went on without a hitch.”

Slomatics have created a heavy album that is so admirably edited and executed in concept, it’s probably my favorite release this year. – By Glory Gene

I entered into one of the more exquisite zone out sessions I’ve had. Oaken Palace Records has put out a split that definitely transports you. – By Glory Gene

Glory Gene saw Torche in Austin, Texas with support from Wild Throne and Eagle Claw. “It’s rare to find a band that is a heavy and elevated representation of their genre, let alone one that is also accessible and full of joy.”

Sadly this year’s Levitation Festival got cancelled due to bad Texas storms. At least the preshow went ahead, and Glory Gene went along to see Chelsea Wolfe, Pinkish Black and The Well. Photos by Daniel Chavez.