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Running in the Fog Sign with Father/Daughter Records

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runningWe’re really happy for the folks over at Father/Daughter Records. 2013 has seen the label push forward with great releases from the likes of Body Parts and others; they’ll continue their climb with the signing of Running in the Fog.  The name is the moniker for Amanda Harper, whose incredible voice dominates this very first single.  I think perhaps the greatest quality about this track is that there’s such a huge focus on the pristine nature of her voice and the accompanying instrumentation; it’s a focus that I think a lot of people have forgotten.  You can pick up the digital six song EP, titled Silver, on December 10th, just in time for a sweet gift on the holidays.

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New Track from Bitch Prefect

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bitchThe last time I heard from Bitch Prefect was over a year ago, so I’m glad to have them back on my radar.  The band has been working on a new LP, the follow up to Big Time.  I like the fact that listening to the group often reminds me that somewhere in my mind the bastard sun of the Television Personalities and Calvin Johnson truly does exist.  It’s a slow treading song, though a slight pick up does ring out from the guitar near the end of the track.  I figured someone should give these guys some love, so here I am, supporting rad tunes.

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Download: Bitch Prefect – University Fiend [MP3]

Old Jam from Rat Columns

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12 Jacket (3mm Spine) [GDOB-30H3-007}It’s been really slow around the email world lately, and nothing was really pushing my hair back, so I just opted to spend my entire weekend cruising the back catalogues of the Internet.  One of the jams that I really love is this tune below from Australia’s Rat Columns.  Personally, I love the sound of the guitar alone, but combined with the natural energy of the group, it’s just a rad song all around.  Kind of makes me wonder where the great American guitar pop bands have gone.  Anyways, you can grab some copies of their Sceptre Hole LP from Smart Guy Records.

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Show Pics: Holy Ghost! @ Emo’s (10/24)

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Crystal Stilts. Quite a change up from what I was shooting just before heading to downtown proper.

I have been digging on the new wave disco vibes from Holy Ghost! since first hearing “Hold On” as a demo. I knew nothing about Midnight Magic, but Orthy is an easy sell for me to get out early. In fact, I was standing in the crowd and looked over and noticed Alex from Holy Ghost! standing next to me. Turns out they are fans of Orthy, too, so they decided to have the Ian and the band join along for the Texas dates.

Emo’s played host. Plenty of pics and a few notes from the evening follow…

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Show Preview: Desaparecidos @ Mohawk (10/30)

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Date Wednesday, October 30th
Location Mohawk
Doors 6:30
Tickets $25 from Mohawk


I don’t understand why this show hasn’t sold out yet, so be warned, you better grab the last remaining tickets as soon as you can.  Desaparecidos rose to prominence long ago, as singer Conor Oberst star also began to rise nationally.  But, as soon as they rose, they disappeared, much like their name would imply…many of their fans were never able to catch the act live.  Now’s your chance, and if you needed more convincing, just check out the openers.  I’ve not got too much info on Purple, but I’ve loved everything that’s come our way from The So-So Glos. They’ve won over fans on their brief stops through town, and they’ll definitely be an important part of what I can only expect is an incredible evening.  Cheers to Transmission for bringing them all to Austin.

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Download: Desaparecidos – The Happiest Place On Earth [MP3]

Pop Tune from LVL UP

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lvlupDon’t get sucked into the fact that this tune opens up as a semi-folk number; it’s nowhere near that.  It takes a few seconds, then driving guitar riffs and crashing cymbals echo throughout your ears.  It’s a weird cross between Weezer‘s pop sensibility and the oddball song construction of Built to Spill.  It’s another great tune from LVL UP, which will be offered to the masses via a split with Porches.  These young New Yorkers definitely have something rad going on, so we’re interested to see where they’ll be going in the very near future.  With catchy tunes like this one, I’m sure they’ll have no problem winning us over.

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Show Review: Crystal Stilts @ Red 7 (10.24)

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Having followed Crystal Stilts since their inception, including their involvement with Cinema Red and Blue, it’s surprising that I hadn’t caught the band live yet.  But, Thursday night was going to change that, and my anticipation was riding high, after absorbing more and more of the group’s recent album, Nature Noir. 

Read on for my highlights on the night, including photos from Brian Gray.

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New Music from Day Ravies

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dayI wrote about Day Ravies a while ago in support of their first single from their new release, and I’ve been keeping an eye on them, considering them to be one of my two favorite up-and-coming Australian acts (the other being the Stevens).  The band will be releasing a new LP, Tussle, on November 10th, and you can listen to their entire album over on their Bandcamp page.  The tune below is one of my favorite of the 12, featuring this beautiful guitar sound and a soft vocal, which gets some backing assistance from the female voices in the band.  It’s a really special listen, and one you should take a gander at if you have some time this Friday.

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Friday’s Local Austin Gigs!

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austin-skyline-mark-weaverWe’ve been working harder this year on being sure we get more coverage going, not just internationally, but locally as well.  With that in mind, I wanted to point out a couple of shows that are desperately seeking your attendance on Friday night, in case you didn’t have plans. These shows all offer a bit of different sounds, but each features some of our favorite local acts, so be sure to do your best to support our local scene.  Or, you could go see Widespread Panic.  Seems like an easy choice to me, but it’s your life! Here’s my suggestions on what to hit up:

Flesh Lights, Church Shoes, Sweat Lodge, Ghost Dance, John Schooley @ Hotel Vegas – Doors are at 9 PM – $6

Junior Prom, The Laughing, Migrant Kids @ Holy Mountain – Doors are at 8 PM – Cheap

Genuine Leather, Ponderosa, The Hereticks @ The Parish Underground – Doors are at 8 PM – Cheap

The Couch, Letting Up Despite Great Faults, Major Major Major @ The Blackheart – Doors are 8 PM – FREE!

Here are some jams by Letting Up to get you in the mood.

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