SXSW Watchlist: Happy Hollows
When talking about L.A. band Happy Hollows, it’s all about lead singer and primary songwriter Sarah Negahdari. 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. All of these tags being fully deserved as evidenced by her intense and energy packed live shows. 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. Coming into 2010, The Happy Hollows just released their debut LP Spells to mostly positive reviews. 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. Stay tuned for details on shows during SXSW week featuring Happy Hollows.
Download: 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!