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Austin (Texas)

  • Blogs

    March 19, 2012

    The Worst Moments from SXSW 2012

    The last few days, Village Voice Media's indefatigable music staff has been regaling you with stories of the best from SXSW 2012. In the midst of these discoveries, we've been culling another list: the worst shit. The acts that ranged from huge bore-fests to downright lame. Below, you'll find our cr ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 16, 2012

    The Best of SXSW Music: Thursday 3/15/2012

    If you're familiar with chaos theory, which in its basic form is the attempt to find patterns in the random acts of shit on Earth, then you may understand the difficulty that comes with describing a full day at SXSW. To break down the bright, scintillating chaos, Village Voice Media's roving music e ... More >>

  • Music

    August 4, 2011

    Bright Light Social Hour at the Stage August 4

    If you're familiar with chaos theory, which in its basic form is the attempt to find patterns in the random acts of shit on Earth, then you may understand the difficulty that comes with describing a full day at SXSW. To break down the bright, scintillating chaos, Village Voice Media's roving music e ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 26, 2011

    Bright Light Social Hour Talk Facial Hair, the Austin Music Scene, and Rocking Out in Miami

    ​If you can't love Texas for anything else (and definitely not basketball), be thankful that the Lonestar State puts out some really great music. Case in point: Austin's Bright Light Social Hour combines its southern roots with good old-fashioned rock 'n' roll, tossing off songs that make you ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 25, 2011

    Chest Pain Talks Short Songs, Short Sets and Gargling Gasoline

    Chest Pain eats guitars.​Tomorrow night, Drugged Conscience will present an Austin invasion at Churchill's Pub as two Texas acts give us a taste of Lone Star hardcore. No genre better encapsulates the carnage of the Wild West than powerviolence. And Chest Pain uphold the genre's classic para ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 6, 2011

    Bachaco at the Stage Tonight for Jack Daniels Studio No. 7

    ​Did you know that an ant can carry anywhere from ten to 50 times its own body weight? Just another reason why Bachaco's name is awesome. Besides the word being fun to say. For those that don't know, this local Latin-reggae fusion band derives is name from a Venezuelan leaf-cutter ant. And lik ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 22, 2011

    A Post-SXSW Miami Music Report From Forward Motion Records' Fernando Perdomo

    The most inspiring Miami band of SXSW 2011 ... Pretty Please!​Hey, Miami! Let me report that SoFla was well represented at SXSW 2011 with a large variety of acts playing around Austin: ANR, Dreaming in Stereo, Locos Por Juana, Panic Bomber, and Surfer Blood all played official showcases that mad ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 21, 2011

    SXSW 2011: Cops Mace Rioting Crowd at Death From Above 1979 Reunion Show

    Photo by Ian WitlenThe fence comes down and the mace comes out.​The final hours of South by Southwest ended in, what else, a musically induced riot. Maybe it was the supermoon, or perhaps it was that Death From Above 1979, who hadn't performed in five years, played an unannounced show at Beauty Ba ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 19, 2011

    SXSW: Roky Erickson's Ice Cream Social With ZZ Top's Billy F. Gibbons and J. Mascis

    ​When you visit a city other than your own, it's always important to explore that place's unique treasures. And one of Austin's gems is Roky Erickson. He is to Austin what Luther Campbell is to Miami. Or ... He is to Austin music what the beach is to Miami. You get the gist of it. He's amazing! ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 17, 2011

    Locos Por Juana and Spam Allstars Repping the MIA at SXSW

    Photo by Carlos A. VarelaLocos Por Juana is killing it at SXSW.​If you're in Austin checking out SXSW, you might be in the mood to see some familiar faces. And if you aren't there, join the club. But it's worth mentioning that Miami residents are being well represented by some of our favorite loc ... More >>

  • Music

    March 10, 2011

    Five South Florida bands play SXSW

    Photo by Carlos A. VarelaLocos Por Juana is killing it at SXSW.​If you're in Austin checking out SXSW, you might be in the mood to see some familiar faces. And if you aren't there, join the club. But it's worth mentioning that Miami residents are being well represented by some of our favorite loc ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 1, 2011

    Wu-Tang Clan, Erykah Badu, and Eight Others Slated for Village Voice Media and Frank 151's The Showdown at SXSW 2011

    RZA and the rest of the Clan bringin' the Wu to SXSW.​Ah, SXSW ... Whether you arrive aboard a busted-ass '96 Ford Aerostar or your very own ultra-speed private Gulfstream business jet, everyone is welcome. Because in the end, we all eat the same breakfast burritos, right? As anyone who's visit ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 28, 2011

    WVUM Still Working Toward That Woodie!

    Sebastian the Ibis insists: "Vote now, mofo!"​Sadly, FIU's Radiate FM went soft in the second-to-last round of MTV's marathon contest for best college radio station in the nation. So they're out. Thanks to WVUM 90.5 FM, though, Miami can continue to dream about bringing home a big beautiful Woo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 23, 2011

    The Strange Boys Talk Bruise Cruise, Urinating in Public, and Future Plans

    Photo by Jose FloresStrange Boys, bred in Austin, Texas.​When the Strange Boys played Churchill's last September, our review was, well, a bit harsh. "The band appeared to be catching a cold," we wrote, "seemingly disinterested in their songs, and even less interested in the crowd." But in the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 4, 2011

    International Noise Conference Announces Another Bout of Chaos February 10

    Photo by Mike NunnGet yr noise with Clang Quartet.​Hey noiseniks, it's almost time again to put your auditory system through those 72 hours of awesome sonic abuse commonly known as the International Noise Conference. As always, Rat Bastard and Laundry Room Squelchers will be helming the whole th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 20, 2010

    SXSW Rehashed: More Regarding Upcoming SunFest Performer Crash Kings

    Photo by Bradford SchmidtWho could forget this amazing angle?​Among the many bands we are excited to see at SunFest's New Music Night next Wednesday, Crash Kings are near the top -- due largely to our SXSW correspondent's unwavering love for the Los Angeles band. Now, as the images of Texas barbec ... More >>

  • Music

    April 8, 2010

    Mayday!

    Photo by Bradford SchmidtWho could forget this amazing angle?​Among the many bands we are excited to see at SunFest's New Music Night next Wednesday, Crash Kings are near the top -- due largely to our SXSW correspondent's unwavering love for the Los Angeles band. Now, as the images of Texas barbec ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 22, 2010

    SXSW: Surfer Blood Play VVM Party, Get New York Times Write-Up, Love Thee Oh Sees

    Photo by Shannon CottrellGetting sleepy, J.P.?​As promised, Surfer Blood got the Village Voice's SXSW showcase started right on Saturday. VV's Camille Dodero confirms that the guys from West Palm Beach are "the nicest kids ever," and posted some nifty snaps from the other acts, including the Pains ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 15, 2010

    Surfer Blood's J.P. Pitts Probably Enjoyed Baywatch

    Photo by Ian Witlen​AOL's music blog Spinner tracked down Surfer Blood lead singer J.P. Pitts (center) as part of their project to interview every single freaking band playing SXSW's music festival, which begins this week. We weren't afraid to mention that SB will be in Austin either. Now, for the ... More >>

  • Music

    November 26, 2009

    Londoner Ebony Bones! is this year's Art Loves Music performer

    Photo by Ian Witlen​AOL's music blog Spinner tracked down Surfer Blood lead singer J.P. Pitts (center) as part of their project to interview every single freaking band playing SXSW's music festival, which begins this week. We weren't afraid to mention that SB will be in Austin either. Now, for the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 10, 2009

    New Techno Mix By Twisted Elegance

    In March Crossfade introduced you to Twisted Elegance, Miami's preeminent male/female DJ duo, comprised of DJs E360 and Miss Nikki. The pair are currently on tour, playing clubs as far north as Toronto, Canada and as far west as Austin, Texas were they have been invited to play a bi-monthly residenc ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 4, 2009

    305 Photo of the Day: I Want to Be a Little Seahorse

    The University of Miami Rosenstiel School for Marine and Atmospheric Science recently unveiled the winners of their 2009 underwater photography contest. Vickie Conners of Austin, Texas took first place in the macro division with this portrait of what Devandra Banhart so desperately wants to be. We a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 24, 2009

    WMC 2009: Is SXSW Cannabilizing WMC?

    Kyle MunzenriederKid Sister at Don't Mess with Texas during SXSW.Before heading off to see Wavves (for the third time in 36 hours, as it turned out) an No Age (for the second time in 24), one of the last shows I saw at last week's SXSW was Kid Sister at the Don't Mess with Texas fest. Flanked by DJ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 29, 2008

    Last Night: The Sword and Clutch at Culture Room

    Kyle MunzenriederKid Sister at Don't Mess with Texas during SXSW.Before heading off to see Wavves (for the third time in 36 hours, as it turned out) an No Age (for the second time in 24), one of the last shows I saw at last week's SXSW was Kid Sister at the Don't Mess with Texas fest. Flanked by DJ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 16, 2008

    Nonpoint Announces U.S. Headlining Tour, But Skips South Florida

    Kyle MunzenriederKid Sister at Don't Mess with Texas during SXSW.Before heading off to see Wavves (for the third time in 36 hours, as it turned out) an No Age (for the second time in 24), one of the last shows I saw at last week's SXSW was Kid Sister at the Don't Mess with Texas fest. Flanked by DJ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 23, 2008

    Tonight in South Florida Live Music, Wednesday July 23

    Kyle MunzenriederKid Sister at Don't Mess with Texas during SXSW.Before heading off to see Wavves (for the third time in 36 hours, as it turned out) an No Age (for the second time in 24), one of the last shows I saw at last week's SXSW was Kid Sister at the Don't Mess with Texas fest. Flanked by DJ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 1, 2008

    Throwback Tuesdays: 2 Live Crew - "Me So Horny"

    Kyle MunzenriederKid Sister at Don't Mess with Texas during SXSW.Before heading off to see Wavves (for the third time in 36 hours, as it turned out) an No Age (for the second time in 24), one of the last shows I saw at last week's SXSW was Kid Sister at the Don't Mess with Texas fest. Flanked by DJ ... More >>

  • Music

    March 20, 2008

    A Southeasterner at SXSW

    Highlights and lowlights from the nation's biggest industry extravaganza of new (and old) music.

  • Blogs

    March 7, 2008

    South Florida Bands at SXSW: Torche

    Highlights and lowlights from the nation's biggest industry extravaganza of new (and old) music.

  • Blogs

    March 6, 2008

    South Florida Bands at SXSW: Black Tide

    Highlights and lowlights from the nation's biggest industry extravaganza of new (and old) music.

  • Blogs

    September 14, 2007

    Meg White is Bug Bug Buggin' Out

    Highlights and lowlights from the nation's biggest industry extravaganza of new (and old) music.

  • Blogs

    September 7, 2007

    Bands! Win a chance to perform at SPIN mag's legendary SXSW party next February...

    Highlights and lowlights from the nation's biggest industry extravaganza of new (and old) music.

  • Music

    August 10, 2006

    Weird Weeds

    Weird Feelings (Sounds Are Active)

  • News

    March 31, 2005

    The President and Mr. Blowfly

    Latin politics and Miami's filthiest rapper knock 'em dead in Austin

  • Music

    February 17, 2005

    International Noise Conference

    Latin politics and Miami's filthiest rapper knock 'em dead in Austin

  • Music

    August 12, 2004

    Station to Station

    From Austin to Australia, Ozomatli spreads its world funk message

  • News

    May 13, 2004

    Behind Bush

    Presidential advisor Karen Hughes draws a crowd at Books & Books, a very, very divided crowd

  • News

    April 1, 2004

    Texas High Notes

    The SXSW music fest showcases the city as much as the artists

  • Music

    March 25, 2004

    Underworld

    Basshead searches for Murs at SXSW in the midst of a race-fueled controversy

  • News

    April 3, 2003

    The Sounds of Silence

    Tune out the empty rhetoric from both the White House and the antiwar camp; you'll hear a new anthem

  • Music

    April 5, 2001

    Shake

    Raisin' a Ruckus

  • News

    March 29, 2001

    Austin Chronicles

    Tales from the Texas music fest: Rock barely survives, honky-tonk rules, and Miami may yet host the Latin Grammys -- but no bombs, please

  • Music

    May 18, 2000

    Got Those Cowpunk Blues Again

    The songsmithery of Alejandro Escovedo

  • News

    November 12, 1998

    Letters

    The songsmithery of Alejandro Escovedo

  • Music

    March 20, 1997

    Reverb

    The songsmithery of Alejandro Escovedo

  • Music

    August 29, 1996

    Garage Sale

    The songsmithery of Alejandro Escovedo

  • Music

    April 13, 1995

    Rotations

    The songsmithery of Alejandro Escovedo

  • News

    March 23, 1995

    Program Notes

    The songsmithery of Alejandro Escovedo

  • Music

    June 23, 1993

    Hot for Four

    All local bands sound the same and it don't rain in Miami in the summertime

  • Film

    May 27, 1992

    There's a Slacker Born Every Minute

    All local bands sound the same and it don't rain in Miami in the summertime

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