We’ll admit it—scrolling through the list of the year’s SXSW artists is intimidating. But, as we all know, preparation always pays off. You have seven days (March 13-19) to soak in as much music as humanly possible, with a smorgasbord of artists featured at showcases and parties all over downtown Austin. Enter us. We’ve compiled a Spotify playlist…
With SXSW’s seemingly endless lists of performers all incredible in their own right, it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle. Mise en Scene, however, is one act you definitely do not want to miss. The Canadian quartet effortlessly combines beautiful, heartfelt lyrics with rock instrumentation, giving everyone something to enjoy. Their first full-length album,…
We are so excited to sponsor the 11th annual Athens in Austin Party, To Eleven! Local acts will be performing at The Side Bar, located at 602 E. 7th Street in Austin, Texas during SXSW. The party will occur from noon to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 18. Artists in attendance will include Cindy Wilson of the…
Every spring, we see the release of new pop music as the genre awakens from its winter lull. Upcoming and already established artists vie for a coveted spot on Top 40 radio’s regular rotation, hoping to earn themselves a hit that gets airplay well into the summer and potentially leads to a lasting career. Of…
Leave it to David Barbe, Athens local and University of Georgia professor, to schedule a show on a Super Bowl Sunday. Beginning a month-long series of intimate sets at the World Famous with his band David Barbe and the Quick Hooks, Barbe played a solo set Sunday, Feb. 5th to a pleasant crowd, which…
Dirty Projectors – Dirty Projectors Cryptic melodies, Circular loops and layers, A tale of heartbreak Xiu Xiu – Forget Abrasive yet calm, abstract and moving lyrics, dark and grim album. Summer Moon – With You Tonight Far, lofty vocals driving bass and melodies Strokes’ basist’s new band
Syd – Fin Sauve and sultry voice Velvety smooth production Syd’s dropped her debut Sampha – Process King of baritone A one man gospel choir We’re under his spell Big Sean – I Decided Jhené on a track Flow got Curry inspired Sean Don has bounced back
Jo Harman is back with her signature bluesy style in her new single “No One Left To Blame.” The track marries her smooth vocal line with a rock-driven bite and leaves us even more excited to hear the rest of the album. People We Become will be Harman’s second studio album and drops on February 3rd….
David Lowery, frontman of Camper Van Beethoven and Cracker, professor at the University of Georgia, and general music-business-Renaissance-man, is preparing for the 17th annual Camp In festival taking place at the 40 Watt Club in Athens, GA. Although previously located in Pioneertown, California, at Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace, Camp In has taken place at…
From The Cranberries to U2, Ireland has blessed the music world with talented, iconic acts that continue to inspire artists today. In the spirit of keeping the country’s music scene alive, Irish music-lovers throw an annual festival known as Hard Working Class Heroes which gives up-and-coming acts a platform to share their art. The event, described as a “music…