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SXSW 2014 Interview with Lauren Larson of UME: Guitarist/vocalist from Austin buzz band discusses the highlights of their whirlwind week at SXSW. One of the busiest buzz bands to play SXSW 2014 was UME; the Austin based power-trio who conjures the rough and ragged guitar textures of 90’s alternative rock on their new album ‘Monuments.’ […]
Gary Numan SXSW 2014 Review: New Wave pioneer delivers a short but sweet set of dark industrial swagger at Buffalo Billiard’s. One of the most anticipated acts for SXSW 2014, Gary Numan’s been a busy bee this week, playing several sets over the course of the festival. Click here for my list of Top 10 acts […]
SXSW 2014 Interview With The Last Internationale: Protest anthem rockers are one of the biggest draws for SXSW 2014. As stated in my recent list of best acts for SXSW 2014, The Last Internationale will be one of the hottest tickets of the festival. A bluesy power trio full of anti-establishment and protest anthems, they’re […]
10 Artists To Catch At SXSW 2014: The must see alternative acts for 2014. SXSW 2014 is here! Are you overwhelmed by the choices? The ironic band names? The traffic? You are not alone. So take a deep breath, and relax. I’m here to help. I’ve made a list of several new artists and veteran […]
David J Interview: SXSW 2014 and new album ‘An Eclipse of Ships’; post-punk icon discusses 2014 plans and musical legacy. The 2014 SXSW lineup is as impressive as ever, and for post-punk aficionados one name stands out in particular. That would be David J Haskins, former bassist and co-vocalist for Love And Rockets and Goth legends […]
Jarvis Cocker To Speak At SXSW 2014: Britpop frontman to lecture about the craft of songwriting. 2014 SXSW Attendees who consider themselves Britpop fans will be might excited by this announcement; Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker will be giving a keynote speech at 2014 SXSW Music Conference. Cocker will be discussing his formidable lyrical and songwriting […]
Gary Numan Announces 2014 U.S. Tour: Synth rock pioneer readies North American tour in support of new album Splinter: Songs For A Broken Mind, including an appearance at SXSW. Following great press and public reception for his new album Splinter: Songs From A Broken Mind, electronic music legend Gary Numan has announced world tour dates, […]
