Austin – By the time day three hits bands and fans are fighting to keep their energy up. Opting for less beer and more coffee certainly helps. Luckily there were plenty of exciting showcases to catch. The Fader Fort always boasts an exciting line up and this year was no exception. Fans wait in line
Austin – Day two of SXSW held two of my favorite showcases: Austin Psych Fest and Frenchie Smith Records. Unfortunately, both were at the same time on opposite sides of town. During this festival, you just have to make it work. Both showcases hand-pick each act so you know you’re walking away having seen something
Austin – I write this having just heard of the terrible tragedy that occurred last night outside The Mohawk in Austin, TX. This is a bar I go to often to hear incredible live music and in fact, I spent most of the day there yesterday. I speak for myself and the staff of BestNewBands.com
Austin – Following the success of 2012’s “True Romance,” British pop singer Charli XCX is showcasing selections from her soon to be released album at SXSW. While “Romance” had a dark, gothic pop sound, her new music is pure bubblegum rock n’ roll. Though she was losing her voice during our interview, when I caught
Austin – When a band’s sound is difficult to pin down, as is the case with Houston quartet, The Tontons, you know they’re doing something right. As their Facebook bio states, “The Tontons simply sound like The Tontons.” Since 2008, The Tontons have been crafting elegant indie tracks using no guidelines but their own taste.
Austin – It’s that odd season in Austin—winter—when it could be anywhere from 20 to 80 degrees and anywhere from a light dusting of snow to rain. After a week of heat and sun, the weather cooled down, the rain fell, and an eager audience followed the buzz to Red 7 to catch the much
Austin – Though the band arrived late to The Mohawk, as a rumor swirled they were stuck in West Texas, not a single person left early. Hailing from Boston, MA, the quartet consists of vocalist/guitarist/organist Anna Fox Rochinski, Vocalist/Drummer John Andrews, vocalist/guitarist Shane Butler, and bassist/vocalist Keven Lareau. Their dreamy psychedelic sound translated perfectly to