A-WA
I can only conjure one word for the music of A-Wa: badass. Watch the music video for the Israeli popstars’ breakout single “Habib Halbi”—the title track of their 2016 debut—and try to disagree. Sisters Tair, Liron, and Tagel Haim bring infectious hip-hop beats and EDM drops to traditional folk songs, which are usually sung in Yemenite Arabic. They play twice on Sunday, but prioritize their late-night set—it’ll turn the Galaxy Barn into a sweaty club. CIARA DOLAN Sunday 6 pm at the Woods Stage and 11:40 pm at the Galaxy Barn
ALEX CAMERON
Whois this man? Here’s what we know: Alex Cameron is an Australian crooner who’s usually joined by his “business partner” (and saxophonist) Roy Molloy. They appear to have time-travelled to present day from 1980s Las Vegas in a Cadillac Seville. Cameron looks and sounds like he greases his hair with snake oil. He plays Springsteen-worshipping synth-pop with lyrics that illuminate his make-believe narratives with neon lights. The duo’s high-concept con-artistry doesn’t always pan out, but “Candy May”—the lead single from their forthcoming album, Forced Witness—is a true banger. CD Friday 1:05 am at the Starlight Stage and Sunday 10 pm at the Galaxy Barn