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Tinariwen Announce Hoggar

January 21, 2026 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

There’s never a bad day when a new track from Tinariwen arrives in your inbox, particularly if it arrives with news of a record on the horizon. This go round, they’ve taken their sound and added a vocalist, Sulafa Elyas, who is living in exile in France; I love the approach as it feels like it broadens the appeal of the group as it stretches faintly into pop…its also an important aspect of the Tuareg musical history. Their vibes feel familial, always feeling like you’re journeying with the group, actively participating in their work. Hoggar is out March 13th via Wedge.

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Levitation 2021 Announces Phase 1 Line Up (Oct. 28 -31)

June 29, 2021 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

Yes! The return of one of my favorite festivals/events in Austin. Long ago, Levitation was once Psych Fest, and it was glorious. Then it switched from Psych Fest to Levitation, then switching from one giant beautiful field to multiple venues, and honestly its been like the best part of SXSW! It’s the part where you get music heads chasing great bands like this year’s line-up featuring Black Midi, Chicano Batman, Tinariwen, The Hives, Japanese Breakfast and more! But, at least the 2019 version, it was pretty absent the free-swag army chasing beers and keychains. This year, the event will be spread out over four days, across venues like Stubbs, Mohawk, Cheer Up Charlies and Empire.

You can grab yourself some tickets right HERE, with more bands to be announced as the date draws near. And then check the recap of the 2019 experience!

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