1. Father John Misty – April 30, 2016, at Beacham Theater
Father John Misty, whose real name is Josh Tillman, is at the simplest a folksinger; and with that, one who is often jokingly associated with a cult hipster following (he even makes a cameo in Aziz Ansari’s new Netflix series). With an honest and even cynical sound, Tillman touches on themes of the truth of love, the human condition, and self-loathing in his music. His lyrics are thought provoking and complex; the type of words that will make you take away bars that can be applied to your own life. His most recent album, "I Love You, Honeybear" is the type of album written in a way that you trust to be honest, but understand is written with a sardonic tone.
Check his show out if you like Fleet Foxes, Tame Impala or Mac Demarco.
2. Xxyyxx – March 19, 2016, at The Social
Originally from Orlando, xxyyxx plays an electronic artist and is also a record producer. The man behind xxyyxx, Marcell Everett, remains fairly low key and has minimal biographical information out as well as minimal interactions on social medias. His music is a meditative, deep R&B. Everett fills the void between the two genres of electronic and R&B and manages to create his own unique sound.
Check the show out if you like SBTKRT, James Blake or How to Dress Well.
3. Skizzy Mars - March 25, 2016, at Backbooth
Another artist growing in popularity is Skizzy Mars. His latest album was well waited for and features many other popular artists such as G-Eazy, Olivver and Phoebe Ryan. His music is easily identified as his own and features deep synth and bass. Often times Skizzy's music attracts fans because of its ability to create hybrid sounds between light pop vocals and rap. Much like rapper Raury, Skizzy Mars brings a certain indie feel to classic rap.
Check him out if you like Chance the Rapper, G-Easy or Connor Youngblood.
4. Vance Joy - Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at House of Blues Orlando
Vance Joy is nothing new, but that doesn’t mean he’s nothing. Joy’s music falls into the category of contemporary folk music without falling off the radar. His current tour is for his latest album "Dream Your Life Away." Joy often finds fans within the college generation and maybe it is because his songs capture the essence of nostalgia for the youth we’re living right now. His songs often cover themes of love, trials, and maturity. This event would be perfect to attend with close friends or even on a date. His music is comforting and at the same time a new feeling that is sure to encapsulate any concert goer.
Check him out if you like Hozier, The Lumineers or James Bay.
5. Logic – March 28, 2016, at The Beacham Theater
After just releasing his sophomore album, Logic is headed back out on tour. He’s a rap artist that shows musical variety and promising lyrics. Logic is a sometimes overlooked artist and is often painted as aiming to follow the footsteps of Drake or Kendrick Lamar, but his lyrics prove him to be a genius of his own. Logic masterfully combines his striking lyricism with solid beats to make his mark in the rap world. On his newest tour, Logic displays high energy and high hopes and is sure to make attendance worth while.
Check him out if you like Childish Gambino, Chance the Rapper or Mac Miller.
