Thursday May 30th
Doors - 7:30pm
Hole in The Wall - 2538 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705

Casual and consummate music listeners alike, clear your calendars for the evening of May 30th. Kardinal Bloo's Big Boogaloo is goin' down, and you won't wanna miss it. It features astrology readings from Venus Nympha and a lineup of stellar Austin performers that sonically know no bounds, including premiere queer alt Afro Punk band We Don't Ride Llamas, the prodigal genrefluid maestros of The Point, queen diva MC beat goddess Locuust, the beat boxin' champion of Austin Ben Buck, and the James Brown of Birdtown, Kardinal Bloo! Read more about the featured artists below.

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Locuust, AKA YoursTruuly, is a trans femme rapper/producer from Austin, Texas. Her work is influenced heavily by speculative fiction, life as a trans person, Austin history, and Cold War history. She uses history to create an understanding of the lived realities of herself and her community while using speculative fiction to imagine the potential realities for her people. Her production varies from boom-bap to dissonant syncopated beats, sampling largely from 70s soul, jazz, R&B, and prog rock.

The Point is a band formed in Austin, Texas, by permanent members/homies Jack Montesinos on guitar and Joe Roddy on keys/bass, with a rotating cast of other live musicians that sometimes includes Alberto Telo or Nico Leophonte on drums. The two have known each other since junior high, and were molded by the expansive musical landscape of Austin from a young age, and it shows in their music. Their sound bounces from Hip-Hop to Peruvian Chicha to Blues to Bossa Nova as easily as the wind flows. If you've ever had the good fortune to see them perform live, their mastery over their respective instruments and passion for playing shines through.

Formed in 2014, in the heart of Austin, Texas, emerges We Don’t Ride Llamas \\[WDRL\\], a dynamic, alt Afro Punk band on a mission. Born from the fusion of diverse musical influences and a shared commitment to racial and social justice, this band of siblings transcends mere entertainment, using their music as a catalyst for change. At the forefront stands Max, the charismatic frontman, whose impassioned and nuanced vocals lead the charge. Blake (Drums), Kit (bass) and Chase (guitar) each bring their own inimitable style and impressive skill, weaving a tapestry of sound that blends infectious rhythms with the raw energy of rock. Drawing inspiration from musical legends like JDilla, Bob Marley, Living Colour, and Jimi Hendrix, WDRL’s electrifying performances captivate audiences and ignite a spirit of solidarity. Whether they're rocking out at a local venue on 6th Street, or showcasing their skills on an international stage, the band's presence is felt, their message resonating with all who listen.

There are certain artists that challenge your understanding of conventions within a genre, while still being able to keep their sound engaging- with enough playfulness and charisma to draw in a wide range of listeners. This is the case with Arlington, Texas artist Kardinal Bloo- a rising lyricist with a penchant for mind-bending flows, vibrant production, and rich verbal imagery. Originally, Bloo started out juggling his musical ambitions and his studies at the University of North Texas- where he quickly gained a reputation for his energized live sets. Denton- where the University of North Texas is located- proved an excellent starting ground rife with open mics, house shows, and small venues that allowed Kardinal to master his stagecraft alongside his lyricism, giving birth to the style he likes to call "class conscious rap nonsense".

Born and raised in Austin, Ben Buck comes from a musical family with deep historical connections to the various scenes. He's been gallivanting from venue to venue since the age of 14, earning his stripes and building a reputation for being a beatboxing emcee. He also makes cassette tapes and organizes shows regularly through his label Speaker Bump Tapes. His explosive plosives, rascally raps, and contributions to the Austin music scene have cemented his position in Austin's pantheon of hip-hop. So much so that the city of Austin has recognized April 13th as "Ben Buck Day". To top it all off, this year Ben Buck was able to throw his own festival, dubbed Speaker Bump Fest, on Ben Buck Day!