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Solemn Ballad from Frank Smith

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Frank SmithThe word might be out that there’s a fuller sound, and even a more rocking sound, on the new album from Austin outfit Frank Smith.  For me, none of that matters at all, especially when you listen to the quality of this latest single, “Chewing Glass.”  It’s got the backbone of a piano, with the guitar ringing in the distance; it paints the picture of what I always think of when it comes to Texas defined music, though with a heavier leaning here, slightly.  I’m already calling this one of my favorite tracks of the year.  The band’s new album, Nineties, is out next week!

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Download: Frank Smith – Chewing Glass [MP3]

Keeping It Austin: Meet Pharoahs

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1887140403-1Over the last year or so I’ve caught several sets from local boys Pharaohs, and they continue to impress with their enthusiastic indifference.  Their goal you ask? Well, in my eyes the aim of the group is to throw down like nobody’s business while building their sets with rad hooks and jagged guitar lines.  I haven’t caught one set that didn’t make me want to let loose, all the while singing along.  You should care about the group, not only because they’re fast becoming an Austin staple, but because their debut record, Babes Booze Bam Bam Baby, is solid track after solid track.  If you like what you hear, then head HERE to grab the album from the band…and remember to contribute to your favorite artists!

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Download: Pharaohs – Prettiest Girl [MP3]

Introducing Tamarron

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As an Austin based website, we work hard to bring you tunes from local bands that are worthy of your time that might not be getting the publicity they deserve.  Today my new Austin discovery is a group called Tamarron who is lead by a young chap named Chad Doriocourt.  Now not much information can be found about the band, as they are so new, but we can tell you that Chad just finished self-recording a 4 song EP with his bandmates which can be streamed over on bandcamp.  Below you can find one of their best songs from that EP “Saucy”.  You’ll immediately notice the band have a very raw sort of surf rock sound that could be compared to ATH approved Houstonians Young Girls.  It’s a great sound that truly shows a lot of promise for a band that could be a household name around Austin if they play their cards right.  Stay tuned for more information about this new and upcoming band Tamarron.

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Download: Tamarron – Saucy [MP3]

Show Review: Unknown Mortal Orchestra @ Mohawk (2.20) + Tiger Waves

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Rainy weather won’t keep us down, especially if we’ve got rock n’ roll on our minds.  The Mohawk gradually swelled to capacity with Foxygen and Unknown Mortal Orchestra having a huge draw in town, both touring behind pretty solid album releases in 2013.  I even stuck around to watch our friends Tiger Waves do their thing on the indoor stage afterwards.

Read on for brief thoughts and Brian’s rad photos.

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Contest! Girl in a Coma @ Mohawk (2/9)

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It’s contest time again here at ATH and this time around we’ve got some guest list spots for a show on Saturday at Mohawk featuring sort of locals Girl in a Coma.  Here some deets on the contest:

Up for grabs: One lucky winner will receive their name on the promoter’s guest list with +1.

How to enter: Leave a comment with why you should win.  That’s it!

Contest closes: Friday at high noon.

Please don’t forget to leave a valid email so we can get in touch with you if you win.

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Download: Girl in a Coma – Smart [MP3]

Rocking with Growl

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1847203292-1Austin upstarts Growl just released their new EP, Gallery this past weekend, at what I heard was a riotous good time over at Hotel Vegas.  We might have missed the show, but we’re not going to let you miss out on one of the city’s best kept secrets.  Just because you feel like the band’s going in one direction, just wait a second, as they’re likely to switch it up to you.  The songwriting reminds me of a more energetic version of Hollywood Gossip, one of Austin’s most missed acts (in my mind anyways).  I’ve chosen this track to get you into the group, but I encourage you to travel HERE to pick it up!

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Beautiful New Track from Tiger Waves

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Long have we supported Tiger Waves, and with their most recent single, that’s definitely not going to change.  This latest track is from a collection of 8 new songs the band is currently finishing up.  We’re going to help the band by releasing those sets of songs on our ATH Records label come may, but for now, they want you to sit back and enjoy this simple beauty.  There’s this great bit of warmth that flows through the speakers when you press play, and a slight bit of stomping as the pace picks up slightly.  Properly place backing vocals only add to the harmonious folk approach the group has taken on as of late.  I couldn’t be more proud of these guys.  Also, if you’re in the Midwest and North East…keep an eye out, the band is coming your way in the next few weeks.

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Download:Tiger Waves – Fields [MP3]

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