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Slideshow: ACL October, 2 2015

Rachel Zein, Thalia Juarez, and Stephanie Tacy October 3, 2015

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ACL Live Blog: Friday, October 2, 2015

Update (12:20 p.m.):  The Foo Fighters concluded Day 1 of ACL’s first weekend with an invigorating set. The band’s two hour performance began with an energetic rendition of “Everlong,”...

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Heat exhaustion remains significant health concern for festivalgoers

Maluly Martinez Benavides October 2, 2015

In previous years, festivalgoers have been pulled out from Austin City Limits Music Festival crowds after passing out in the middle of a performance, but by staying hydrated, they can make sure they don’t...

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ACL: Staff Picks

Daily Texan Staff October 2, 2015

Name: Danielle Lopez Position: Life&Arts Editor Twitter: @ldlopz Favorite Performer: Leon Bridges Most Underrated Performer: Daughter Least Favorite Performer: deadmau5 Pro-Tip: Bring a coin....

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Public relations freshman named Mayor of ACL

Elizabeth Hlavinka October 2, 2015

For public relations freshman Lainey Gonzales, the secret to a successful mayoral campaign wasn’t shaking hands and kissing babies — it was dressing up as a Teletubby and handing out flowers. This...

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UT rapper Plato III prepares to drop first album

Clara Wang October 2, 2015

Public relations senior Ryan Silva picked up a microphone when he was 12 and hasn’t stopped rhyming since. Under the rap name Plato III, Ryan Silva recently had his single “Natalie Portman”...

Monthly Playlist: Four bands to listen to before ACL

Marisa Charpentier October 1, 2015

More than 150 bands will take over Zilker Park at Austin City Limits Mucsic Festival this year. While not every band will make it on your personal schedule, here are four highlights to keep on your...

Electro-pop band Night Drive to take ACL-goers on sci-fi journey

James Rodriguez October 1, 2015

Brought together by a mix of tragedy and serendipity, Rodney Connell and Brandon Duhon blend sci-fi elements with catchy synth beats in their electro-pop band, Night Drive. The two first met when a girl...

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TBT: Hurricane Rita almost puts hold on ACL 2005

Brandi Davis October 1, 2015

Two years ago, heavy rains caused Austin City Limits to cancel the final day of festivities. But in 2005, when a Category 5 hurricane hit Texas, the show went on. That same year, The Daily Texan staff...

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Kurt Vile embraces varied instrumentation on introspective new album

Matt Robertson September 30, 2015

With his busy life on the road, Kurt Vile created his new record b’lieve i’m goin down... during overnight recording sessions, resulting in a pensive product. The spacious soundscapes and gentle...

UT student Samuel Varga reemerges onto music scene with KaraKara

Abigail Zeitler September 30, 2015

After the former members of alternative rock band Scarlet Smile took a hiatus, they decided music wasn’t just a pastime — it was plan A. Now, under their new moniker KaraKara, the foursome...

Two albums to listen to: A couple of records to help you get over your hipster ex-girlfriend

Chris Duncan September 29, 2015

Editor’s note: In this recurring column, music writer Chris Duncan suggests two albums to listen to this week. Have a suggestion? Send a tweet to @chr_dunc, and your pick might appear in next week’s...

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