Beach Bunny performing during the Tunnel Vision Tour at Emo's Austin in Austin, Texas on June 5, 2025. (Photo: Ralph Arvesen)
Beach Bunny, the Chicago-based indie-pop sensation, has blossomed from bedroom pop beginnings into a vibrant, globally adored band, carving out a unique space with their charmingly honest lyrics and irresistibly catchy melodies. Fronted by songwriter Lili Trifilio, with Matt Henkels on guitar, Jon Alvarado on drums, and Anthony Vaccaro on bass, the quartet delivers a sound that is both refreshingly earnest and effortlessly effervescent.
At the heart of Beach Bunny's appeal is Trifilio's songwriting. Her lyrics are a candid diary, exploring the often-messy realities of modern romance, self-doubt, anxiety, and youthful optimism with a disarming vulnerability. She tackles universal themes of crushes, heartbreak, body image, and longing with a directness that feels relatable and deeply personal. This lyrical intimacy, delivered through her sweet yet powerful vocal delivery, is a key reason why their music resonates so profoundly with a dedicated fanbase, particularly across social media platforms.
Musically, Beach Bunny crafts shimmering indie-pop anthems built on bright, often jangly guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and a palpable sense of youthful energy. Their sound can be both dreamy and energetic, capable of inspiring both melancholic introspection and spontaneous dancing. While their early material leaned into a more lo-fi, bedroom-pop aesthetic, their sound has evolved, growing in production richness and sonic ambition without sacrificing the raw charm that first captivated listeners.
Beach Bunny's live performances are a testament to their genuine connection with their audience. The band translates their studio sound into an engaging and energetic stage presence, often creating a communal atmosphere where fans sing along to every word, finding solidarity in shared experiences. There's an undeniable authenticity to their shows, a sense that you're witnessing friends making music they genuinely love, which only amplifies their appeal.
Having quickly risen from internet buzz to international recognition, Beach Bunny continues to captivate. Their albums consistently deliver infectious melodies and thoughtful lyricism, solidifying their reputation as purveyors of relatable, heartfelt indie-pop. They are a band that encapsulates the bittersweet beauty of young adulthood, offering comfort, catharsis, and endless earworms. For anyone seeking music that feels like a warm hug and a knowing wink all at once, Beach Bunny is an essential listen.
Fan reviews:Setlist for the show at Emo's Austin
Amazing experience! Beach Bunny put on such a great show! They packed so many songs into their time on stage with clean/smooth transitions and such a fun set build. The sound was phenomenal! Just like listening to them on Spotify. One of the best shows I've been to for sure!
Super amazing! I absolutely loved this show, it was my first real concert, Beach Bunny was amazing and everything sounded great!
Great experience! Beach Bunny’s setlist was amazing and their stage performance was great! Vocals and instrumentals were just as good as recorded!
Fun, energetic and talented group. There's not a bad place to view the performance and Beach Bunny was a really entertaining band that carried for the whole night.
This was such an amazing show! Beach Bunny hit the stage and absolutely blew the doors off. I’ve loved their music for a while, and seeing them live was everything I hoped for. They sound just like the album, maybe even better, which is rare and amazing. I’ll be back the next time they roll through.
- Heart of Glass
- Cloud 9
- Ms. California
- Mr. Predictable
- Big Pink Bubble
- Weeds
- Oxygen
- Chasm
- Nice Guys
- Tunnel Vision
- Violence
- Pixie Cut
- Vertigo
- Blame Game
- Good Girls (Don't Get Used)
- Clueless
- Sports
- Dream Boy
- Just Around the Corner
- 6 Weeks
- Prom Queen
- Painkiller
Beach Bunny was the main act at Emo's Austin with guests Scarlet Demore. They continue across the United States and Europe with the last stop at the Electric Ballroom in London, United Kingdom on October 22, 2025.
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