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Music

Singles feature classic, definitive sounds

Chris Nguyen March 20, 2012

Beach House — “Myth” On their first single, “Myth,” off their soon-to-be-released third album, Bloom, Beach House doesn’t stray too far from the sound that has come...

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Local band strives to find own sound, emulates previous bands

Elijah Watson March 20, 2012

Local band Electric Touch stays true to their name. Influenced by the punk rock sounds of The Clash and The Ramones, the group’s upbeat and energetic sound electrifies listeners with a musical shock....

SXSW Music — DAY 5

Elijah Watson March 19, 2012

Everything seems to come to a breaking point during the fifth, and basically last, day of SXSW. The festival's events coincided with St. Patrick's Day, resulting in a Saturday that was catastrophic,...

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Austin, New Zealand bands scheduled for performances

Daniel Munoz March 19, 2012

Editor’s note: This is a weekly series showcasing the best live indie music of the coming week. THE SWEET NUTHIN Local rock ‘n’ rollers The Sweet Nuthin have just finished recording...

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SXSW Music — DAY 4

Elijah Watson March 17, 2012

For those still fighting the good fight that is SXSW, Friday graciously offered some of the best events and shows so far. Early during the day, Antone's had attendees rocking out to the sounds of...

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SXSW Music — DAY 3

Elijah Watson March 17, 2012

It's not uncommon to find the third day of SXSW overwhelming. Where Tuesday and Wednesday saw an array of acts getting acquainted with the Texas vibe, by Thursday those groups are all ready to go,...

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SXSW Music — Day 2

Elijah Watson March 17, 2012

Wednesday showed a significant pick-up from the festivities offered on Tuesday. With a light breeze and free drinks galore, music fans and artists took to the streets of downtown in search of a good time. Thrasher...

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Click Clack Q & A

Elijah Watson March 17, 2012

Eric Mikulak, better known as rapper Click-Clack, could very well be the face of Austin's ever-growing hip hop scene. The local artist finds inspiration from an assortment of groups, his do-it-yourself...

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SXSW Music — DAY 1

Elijah Watson March 15, 2012

Unless you were fortunate enough to catch Jay-Z's exclusive performance at the ACL Moody Theater on Monday, most music patrons did not really get a taste of what SXSW had to offer until Tuesday. Opening...

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. Q&A

Elijah Watson March 14, 2012

Indie rock group Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr. glide gracefully to the finish line like the race-car driver they take their name from. In their melodies you can hear the jubilant atmosphere of The Beach Boys,...

Local bands, artists freshen Austin’s famous ‘live music’

Elijah Watson March 9, 2012

Part of the reason Austin has become the “Live Music Capital of the World” is because of the talent it creates. From up-and-coming blues rocker Gary Clark Jr. to disco funksters The Bright...

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Blitzen Trapper inspired by daily life

Karin Samelson March 8, 2012

Portland, Ore., based rock/folk band Blitzen Trapper will be returning to South By Southwest this year, playing multiple shows throughout the week. The band is well known for their fourth album, Furr,...

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