SXSW Watchlist: Happy Hollows
When talking about L.A. band Happy Hollows, it’s all about lead singer and primary songwriter Sarah Negahdari. Â She’s been called many things like “one of the coolest women of rock” by Wired magazine and a “rock goddess” by The Huffington Post. Â All of these tags being fully deserved as evidenced by her intense and energy packed live shows. Â No slouches themselves, band-mates Charlie Mahoney and Chris Hernandez joined up in 2006 to form the 3 piece band after Negahdari had done mostly open mic nights for several years. Â Coming into 2010, The Happy Hollows just released their debut LP Spells to mostly positive reviews. Â I expect these guys to bring some rock n roll to our SXSW festival in these times with rock bands gettin’ more and more mellow. Â Stay tuned for details on shows during SXSW week featuring Happy Hollows.
Download:Â The Happy Hollows – Faces [MP3]
Their recorded stuff is decent — not my style exactly, but well done — but they really are awesome live. Good call.
The Happy Hollows will be part of our day party at Guero’s on Friday, 3/19. They kick ass. Can’t wait to see them back in Austin!
The LP is FANTASTIC! Ive been rocking it for months. Must see band!