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ARMS Release Free EP, Embrace SXSW
posted March 13, 2010
Brooklyn trio ARMS (Todd Goldstein of Harlem Shakes & co.) have announced a free download of their brand new self-titled EP - the follow up to their celebrated US debut, "Kids Aflame" (Gigantic Music) - just in time for SXSW. ARMS will also be playing one last show in NYC before heading down to SXSW.
Goldstein himself puts it best, "First thing you do this morning, listen to it. Then, share it with your friends. Then, listen to it later in the day, if you feel like it. Repeat."
Year Long Disaster Release "Black Magic," Hit SXSW
posted March 13, 2010
Year Long Disaster's sophomore LP, "Black Magic: All Mysteries Revealed" hit stores this week via Volcom Entertainment. To celebrate the release, the band teamed up with Spin.com to debut the MP3 for the track, "Cyclone."
"Black Magic: All Mysteries Revealed" was produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Alice in Chains, Rush, Marilyn Manson) and is based loosely on the early 20th century Russian novel, Master and Margarita, by Mikhail Bulgakov. The album is streaming all week on AOL Music, and CBS' Streetdate has free streams of "Show Me Your Teeth" and "Cyclone." Amazon MP3
Cate Le Bon Introduces New Music, Hits SXSW
posted March 13, 2010
You may recognize Cate Le Bon's name from her featured guest vocals on Neon Neon's "I Lust You." Her name may ring a bell because of her UK label deal on Super Furry Animals front man Gruff Rhys', Irony Bored Records. But it is Cate Le Bon's dark and intriguing lyrics paired with her folk-meets-psych-rock music that have perked ears across the globe.
Her debut album, "Me Oh My," will see its US physical debut May 4 via The Control Group (El Perro Del Mar, Wildbirds & Peacedrums).
Tee Pee Records Announces SXSW Events
posted March 13, 2010
2010 will be Tee Pee Records biggest year at SXSW yet! On Thursday, March 18th we will have our official showcase at Habana Calle 6. The showcase will feature 12 Tee Pee bands on two stages. Saturday, March 20th at Red 7 Tee Pee will team up with Brooklyn Vegan, Chronic Youth and Converse to present "ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT." The free show will pair some of the greats in hip hop with brutal hardcore, all while a riff-stravaganza destroys the other stage. Check out the Tee Pee Records homepage for a full listing of Tee Pee related events at SXSW.
Andrew W.K. Gets Ready For March Madness At SXSW
posted March 12, 2010
This March, party hard rocker Andrew W.K. is going to give a new definition to "March Madness." Andrew W.K. will embark on a journey to the South by Southwest (SXSW®) music festival in Austin, Texas (March 17- 21) to take part in several performances. Prior to heading to Austin, he will kick off his upcoming album release with a New York City show at The Fillmore at Irving Plaza where he will be joined by his full band, back together for the first time in five years.
Philadelphia Indie Rock Trio Good Old War To Release Second Album
posted March 12, 2010
Indie rock trio Good Old War will release their self-titled second album June 1st on Sargent House. The band will play several weeks of dates supporting Circa Survive, beginning March 11th in Carrboro, North Carolina and wrapping up March 24th in Cleveland, OH. Along the way the band will stop off in Austin, TX for three performances at the SXSW Music Conference. They will appear at the Bamboozle festival in New Jersey in May.
Brooklyn's Screens Hit The Road With Aa And Golden Triangle, SXSW
posted March 12, 2010
Fresh out of the studio with a new full-length recorded, Brooklyn's newest noise-makers Screens are hitting the road en route to SXSW. Joining Screens on their maiden voyage down to Austin are fellow Brooklynites Aa (BIG A little a), and with Golden Triangle on the way back to New York.
AAM Line Up We Were Promised Jetpacks, Holy Fuck, Avi Buffalo For SXSW Showcase
posted March 12, 2010
AAM has announced their sixth annual SXSW Extravaganza! Set for Friday, March 19th, We Were Promised Jetpacks, Holy Fuck, Avi Buffalo, matt pond PA, Hesta Prynn, Violent Soho, and Garotas Suecas are all scheduled to perform.
LimeWire Store, Austinist Present Ear To The Ground: Austin
posted March 11, 2010
To coincide with SXSW 2010, LimeWire Store has released Ear to the Ground: Austin. Curated by Austinist, this free 20-track sampler showcases a plethora of Austin, TX's hottest indie acts, including Bear Claw, Brazos, Leatherbag, Wild America, and TV Torso. The sampler is available for download exclusively at LimeWire Store.
"We were so glad to be asked to curate an Ear to the Ground sampler for LimeWire Store," said Paige Maguire, Austinist's Music Editor. "Austin's music scene is dense and epic, and we think our mix represents some of the most exciting up-and-coming bands in the city. For those who have been here all along, or those just diving into our community, this sampler will be an excellent introduction to the incredible talent we have here in the ATX."
SPIN Magazine And MySpace Music Team-Up To Host The Loft
posted March 11, 2010
SPIN and MySpace are back at South by Southwest for another year of the SPIN and MySpace Music Loft on 6th. This year's space will feature even more private acoustic performances and interviews with today's hottest bands. SPIN and MySpace partners Best Buy Musical Instruments will provide the instruments, K-Swiss will bring a Ping-Pong table, and guests will enjoy a Rock Band playing area.
