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Wild Moccasins video for “Gag Reflections” on The Onion’s AV Club

David A. Cobb — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:33:58 +0000

Check out the new video for “Gag Reflections” from Wild Moccasins on The Onion’s AV Club.

The band is currently on tour with of Montreal, and plays Los Angeles tonight (Thursday, 5.9.13).

Once the tour ends, the band plans to return to the studio to finish up its sophomore album.

The band’s new website may be found at www.wildmoccasins.net.

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Bass Drum of Death this Sunday at Warehouse Live

David A. Cobb — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:53:22 +0000

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (BRMC) plays this Sunday night (4.28.13) at Warehouse Live, touring in support of Specter At The Feast, the band’s latest album. Here’s a taste of what to expect:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rnJtfoulvI

Bass Drum of Death and Plowboy open the show.

More information at www.warehouselive.com.

Catch Channel K’s live debut at Jet Lounge

David A. Cobb — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:09:57 +0000

Local musician/producer Ken Sarmiento‘s latest project, Channel K, plays its debut show at Jet Lounge tomorrow night (Saturday, 4.27.13) with Placid Blue.

More information about the band may be found here. Tickets are available via Stubwire.

Showtime is 8pm.

2013 Record Store Day is tomorrow

David A. Cobb — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 01:52:36 +0000

Saturday, April 20, is the annual installment of Record Store Day. Most local stores–Cactus Music, Heights Vinyl, Vinal Edge, Sound Exchange, for instance–will feature limited edition wares, in-store performances, and more.

Check your local favorite or the Record Store Day website for more details.

Bang Bangz, The Wheel Workers play free shows at Cactus Music

David A. Cobb — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:26:16 +0000

Cactus Music once again hosts a great day of free local music tomorrow (Saturday, 4.13.13). At 1pm, electro-pop trio Bang Bangz starts off the afternoon, followed by The Wheel Workers at 3pm.

Bang Bangz recently released the excellent Red City, which you can read a review of at Space City Rock and stream online at Impose. Visit the band online at www.bangbangzz.com.

The Wheel Workers recently released Past To Present, which you can find on Bandcamp.

Both albums are available at Cactus.

SXSW preview: The Tontons

David A. Cobb — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 11:59:56 +0000

One of only seven artists listed as “Ones To Watch at SXSW 2013″ by KUTX Austin/Texas Music Matters (NPR), The Tontons are in the midst of a whirlwind set of shows at South By Southwest this week. Over the course of a few days, the ban will have played more than 10 shows.

The band’s remaining sets this week include:

Today (Friday, 3/15)
12:55pm Jackalope (Requimme Mgmt Party)

Saturday, 3/16
1pm Shiner Saloon (Eye In The Sky Party)
2:30pm Brush Square Park (Rags To Riches Party)
3:30pm Hangar Lounge (SONY Red Music Showcase)

Here’s the official video for “Golden”:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpV3_E-nHcM

More information at thetontons.com.

SXSW preview: Sonicbids presents 13 Emerging Bands (including Ume)

David A. Cobb — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:50:23 +0000

South By Southwest is well underway. For those in Austin this week:

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13 Emerging Bands for 2013 Infographic by Sonicbids

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Maserati at Fitzgerald’s tonight

David A. Cobb — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:34:36 +0000

Instrumental rock band Maserati–a band that continually releases great albums–returns to Houston tonight to play Fitzgerald’s before heading to SXSW in Austin. The Soft Moon, Psychic Twin, and Field Report are also on the bill.

Please note that this free show (for 21+) is downstairs. The sold-out Solange show is upstairs. Showtime is 9pm.

Here’s a great live video of the band:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kALOWkRH7Dw

SXSW preview: Wild Moccasins

David A. Cobb — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:22:36 +0000

The insanely catchy Houston indie-popsters Wild Moccasins returns to South By Southwest this year for an official showcase at Karma Lounge (105 E. 5th St.) on Friday, 3.15.13, at 10:30pm.

The band also plays in Houston tomorrow night (Tuesday, 3.12.13) at Walter’s in Houston tand heads out on tour with of Montreal in May.

Here’s a live video of “Skin Collision Past”:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkIf6l5vLLQ

More information on Wild Moccasins may be found at New West Records.

SXSW preview: Depeche Mode

David A. Cobb — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 18:53:51 +0000

Synth-pop icons Depeche Mode–a band I listened way too much of circa 1985-1989–hits Austin next week during South By Southwest to promote its upcoming album, Delta Machine, which hits stores on March 26th. You can pre-order the album here. The band’s last album was 2009′s Sounds Of The Universe.

Here’s the video for the band’s impressive new single, “Heaven”:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fy7FzXLin7o

Depeche Mode plays a badge-only showcase at SXSW on Friday, 3.15.13, at 10pm at Brazos Hall. SXSW will conduct a ticket drawing to determine priority entry for official Platinum and Music Badge Holders only. No other credentials are eligible to enter these drawings. Click here to learn how to enter the drawing for a chance to see Depeche Mode (and other special events) at SXSW 2013.

Depeche Mode begins a worldwide tour in May.