Show Preview: Prince Rama + Silk Rodeo Debut @ Red 7 (6.23)

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Date Sunday, June 23rd
Location Red 7
Doors 9:00 PM
Tickets $8 from Transmission


The last time I caught Prince Rama in town, I was mesmerized by their performance, so it goes without saying that you should take it upon yourself to catch such an incredible show.  But, more importantly, there are a slew of local Austin acts kicking things off, such as Sleep Over and Technicolor Hearts.  More importantly, we’ll all be treated to the debut of new Austin band, Silk Rodeo.  A member of the live act has called the music “smooth wave” and promised lasers! You don’t want to miss that.  You can catch a video of the band’s single, “All Yr Own” right HERE.  Show up early, support the locals, and tip the bartenders; it’s going to be a special night from all the acts.

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Download: Prince Rama – Rest In Peace [MP3]

Sunday BBQ WTF OMG from Loteria

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loteriaI realize that as an Austin blog, we’ve got to do our part to spread the word more often about the great acts all over our fair city, so I wanted to introduce people to Loteria.  They’ve been playing around for some time, and they’re currently working on finishing up a debut LP.  Musically, they’ve got a punk rock attitude, though their sound has allegiance to Texas history, incorporating twanging guitars and country-style solos into their catchy numbers.  Live, they’re energetic, whilst playing songs you’ll want to sing along to for the rest of the night.  Good music is both creative and fun, and I know these guys definitely epitomize those two aspects.

Quirky Pop From Motorama

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2013-06-17-motorama_jpg_630x432_q85It’s Friday, and I think we could all use a little fun, quirky music to bring us into the weekend.  Doing the deed for us is Russian indie act Motorama and their new track “To the South”.  It’s hard to pin down the exact words to describe the song, but I’m definitely digging the bright/sunny guitars and the effected vocals throughout.

A new album entitled Calendar is coming soon on Talitres Records.

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Show Preview: Twin Shadow @ Emo’s (6/22)

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Date 6/22/13
Location Emo’s
Doors 9:00pm
Tickets $18.00

Everyone should be well aware of our love of George and company. Twin Shadow has made just about every best of list we have done. If you haven’t seen this band yet, you should punch yourself in the head. Or better still, buy a ticket and brave the parking gauntlet of Emo’s (show at Antone’s tomorrow night, too).

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Elliphant is opening. Twin Shadow keeps up the tradition of bringing Swedish synth pop in to break the ice.

Show Preview: Baths @ Mohawk (6/21)

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Date 6/21/13
Location Mohawk
Doors 8pm
Tickets $15 @ Door

A little late notice on this one, and I offer my apologies, but you should head over to Mohawk this evening if you’re looking for a great show on a Friday night. Baths is the headliner and clearly the big draw, though you shouldn’t forget about the loaded undercard with Houses and D33J in support. You won’t find a much better show anywhere in town.

Photoguy Note: Beisbol is playing inside after. Stick around to check them out.

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Dark Pop From Eros and the Eschaton

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Eros_MainCreek_ElizabethLemon1-1024x660Something about a band duo who are also a couple makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside right?  Well dating duo Eros and the Eschaton are just that and can evoke some tingly feelings inside with their dark pop music.  Below you can sample their latest single called “Heaven Inside” which is a great example of how this band can craft some incredibly spooky and heartfelt pop music.  Enjoy.

Debut album Home Address For Civil War is due out August 13th via Bar/None Records.

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Welcome Home the Sour Notes

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holyshowOne of Austin’s hardest working bands, The Sour Notes, have just returned from a good little tour, so we’d like to celebrate that first of all; I’m glad they were able to successfully hit the road.  But, in honor of their return, they’ll be playing at The Blackheart this Friday night (it’s free), so you should all head out in order to welcome them.  In other SN related news, they just released a cassette single, which includes the below cover of “Mannequin,” originally one of the hits on Wire’s Pink Flag (one of my favorite LPs, period).  They do a dreamier take, but they definitely do the original justice.  Plus, the band has a video for their new single, which you can watch HERE! So many good things happening for these guys. Cheers; see you friday!

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Download: The Sour Notes – Mannequin (Wire Cover) [MP3]

Enjoy Light Heat

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lightheatWhen I first got this email regarding Quentin Stoltzfus’ new project, Light Heat, the fact that he was working with some of the members of the Walkmen caught my eye.  But, then I listened to the track, and realized I didn’t even need the connection due to the fact that the album is just an incredible listen through and through.  There’s lots of tinkering going on during this lead single, from piano touches to non-traditional percussion, all building the perfect stage to raise the voice of Stoltzfuz. If you want an album you can listen to from start to finish, uncovering beautiful puzzle pieces along the way, then be ready for Light Heat on June 25th.

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