Ghostland Observatory performs at Moody Theater

Ghostland Observatory performs at Moody Theater
By: Amber Trent



Ghostland Observatory performed a show on Friday March 9th in downtown Austin at the Moody Theater. The performance was one of many that kicked off South by Southwest.



Ghostland Observatory is a popular electronic music group that appeared on the music scene in 2005. They create a diverse type of music between two people using a variety of typical musical instruments such as a guitar and your not so typical instruments like a synthesizer. This duo's music has been described by many as upbeat electro rock with a twist of funk.

Ghostland performing: Thomas Turner (left) Aaron Behrens (right)

Their show was the final performance for the SXSW Event: A Celebration of American Start Ups which recognized some of the country’s most successful business leaders and entrepreneurs.



Open to the public and free, many in attendance at Ghostland's show heard about it last minute.



“My friends and I were getting ready to go downtown when a buddy of ours told us to get here (Moody Theater) ASAP. We barely made the cut before they shut the doors,” said Jordan Farmer, Austin local.



Ghostland’s performance is unlike any other. They not only perform but they truly put on a show. Along with extreme costumes and wicked dance moves the two artists have recently amped up their visuals adding 16 lasers and various mirrors to add movie like effects.

Photo taken from Ghostland's performance at Moody Theater

“I’ve been a fan of Ghostland for a while now. I love their shows and watching all the lasers go crazy,” said Logan Capps, University of Texas student.



The hour and a half show had a diverse group of people in attendance. From college students dressed down in t-shirts and jeans to business men wearing suits and ties everyone was moving along with the beat of the music.



“I came earlier this evening to listen to the speakers at this event. I had never heard of Ghostland Observatory before tonight but I really enjoyed the show,” said entrepreneur Austin Steeves.




Sources:
Jordan Farmer- (432) 528-3668
Logan Capps- Lcapps@gmail.com
Austin Steeves- agsteeves@gmail.com