32 New Bands You Can’t Miss At SXSW 2013

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  Today, Austin opens its doors to over zealous, BBQ munchin’, peddi-cab taking, Lone Star drinkin’ music enthusiasts of all states, nations and sub-genre lovin’. Today, we give you 32 New Bands you can’t miss at SXSW.  1.   Alt-J Hometown – Leeds, UK Why you should listen – If you’re desirous of clouds of synths,

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Generationals share a new song, ‘Put A Light On,’ announce SXSW performances

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  Since releasing their debut full-length Con Law in 2009, Generationals have consistently delivered pop hooks shone through a melancholic prism. 2013′s Heza brings the band to Polyvinyl and along with the label change, comes a subtle but significant sonic shift. Recorded in phases at Jim Eno’s Public Hifi in Austin, producer Daniel Black’s Bent Black studio in D.C.,

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Artist of the Week: Gold Motel

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Sometimes when you’re a new band, having a sunny, poppy first album is just the tip of the iceberg. It can give the false impression to fans and critics alike that you’re all fuzzy and happy inside without showing what’s truly who you really are. For Chicago’s Gold Motel, the described situation is their story.

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Artist of the Week: Ximena Sariñana

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Ximena Sariñana may be a relatively new artist to people in the United States, but in her native Mexico, she’s a child star who’s adult career is starting to take. In some circles, she can be considered the Mexican version of Alanis Morrisette, but rather than taking the angst route, Sariñana’s music is more indie

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MGK Wins MTVU “Breaking Woodie” Award at SXSW

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Releases Half Naked & Almost Famous EP on Tuesday, March 20th MGK PREPARES “WILD BOY” REMIX MUSIC VIDEO WITH STEVE-O, 2 CHAINZ,MEEK MILL, MYSTIKAL, FRENCH MONTANA AND YO GOTTI   EST 19XX/Bad Boy/Interscope recording artist MGK struck victory again this year winning the coveted mtvU “Breaking Woodie” Award given to the best emerging artist, besting A$AP Rocky, Fun.,

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SXSW: Picture Highlights

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Now that’s its’ over, we can look back and select some of the most memorable moments and share some of our favorite pictures. These pictures are selected from the hundreds shot by our incredible writer and photographer, Daniela Montelongo, and are simply shots that caught our eye and reminded us of a great show. They’re

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Saturday Night at SXSW

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One thing I have learned from shooting as many shows as I have, is that opportunities often randomly present themselves and lead to some crazy outcomes. That was the exact thing that happened the last night at SXSW. A friend scored Sleigh Bells and Nas passes, sadly I couldn’t make it in time for Sleigh

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SXSW: The Hotel Cafe Showcase

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Prior to Meiko taking the stage at The Hotel Café Showcase, I had already heard people in the crowd talking about how excited they were to see her. I knew I was in for a treat. The showcase was held at St. David’s Sanctuary. The church atmosphere really added to the intimate feel and the

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