Chad Vangaalen Shares Earth People, Drops Split EP w/ Astral Swans

In what I hope is a nice little ode to the Dr. Octagon, Chad Vangaalen shares a new single from his Split EP with Astral Swans. If you’ve been following Chad over the years, this track sparkles with is trademark ability to blend folk and electronics in a manner that still feels refreshing and new, as opposed to some bit of cliche indie rock. There’s these ghostly chorus moments that rise into an eruptive punch, then things subside as the song seems to be breaking down on itself…but it doesn’t. Instead, it continues to push forward, moving and bubbling, like a weird combination of Elf Power meets Flaming Lips. Full EP is out today!!

Kool Keith @ Mohawk (3/5)

030509_mohawk_koolkeith0Kool Keith (also known as Dr. Dooom, Dr. Octagon, or Black Elvis) is returning to Austin after his sick performance at Fun Fest in November.  This time around, Mr. Thornton will be playing at The Mohawk on Thursday with tickets going for $11.  Doors for this sure to be rowdy hip-hop show open at 8pm.

[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/dr_octagon_-_earth_people.mp3]

Download: Dr. Octagon – Earth People [MP3]