photo by Oleg Pulemjotov We interviewed one of our SXSW 2016 Top 20 artists, Cosmo Sheldrake. Be sure to catch him as many times as possible during SXSW. How many instruments do you play? I’m not entirely sure, I collect them, and like to treat them as families. Once you have the …
Grizfolk the 5 piece alt rock band tore-up Stubb’s in the middle of their first headlining tour. The crowd bounced and sang along to the catchy ear-worms such as Troublemaker, Bob Marley and many more. After finishing the set they step off the stage for a group photo. Grizfolk’s tour is …
Knox Hamilton killed their performance playing to a packed room at Stubb’s. Boots was on point despite the meat sweats induced by the stop in Austin. Last fall they were signed to Virgin Records and their upcoming album is being mixed now. Knox Hamilton is not a concert to miss! Knox Hamilton …
We interviewed one of our SXSW 2016 Top 20 artists, The Accidentals. Be sure to catch them as many times as possible during SXSW. How old were you when you started The Accidentals? Katie: It all started in the mid 90’s when our parents decided to birth us. Sav: Then …
Open Mike Eagle drops insanely substantial bars over his signature art rap beats, alternating between fast spoken word flow and singing! Bio: Michael Eagle grew up in Chicago listening to alt-rock on q101 and taping underground rap shows on WHPK. He also occasionally snuck and ordered music videos on the …
Overcoats are a folk/electro duo with a fresh sound, spectacular vocals and stunning harmonies. About: Overcoats is New York-based female duo Hana Elion and JJ Mitchell. Their sound captivates, combining electronic backdrops with soaring, harmonic intimacy — a sort of Chet Faker meets Simon & Garfunkel. Overcoats’ songs draw strength from vulnerability, finding uplifting …
Barns Courtney creates beautiful roots rock music with soul for days! From bio: Originally born in Ipswich, Barns Courtney spent most his childhood in Seattle before returning to his native UK aged 15. He was recently spotted by The Libertines’ Carl Barat, with whom he’s collaborated on a track; he …
Sweet Spirit is not the band that you would expect sandwiched between two post-punk rock bands but they owned it and the stage. Sabrina (lead vocals) acknowledge the difference but still threw down the indie disco party that Sweet Spirit is known for. They are a staple of the Austin music …
The Accidentals (Folk) – fresh folk music from a very fresh three piece band! From their bio: Billboard’s Breakout Band at SXSW 2015; Winner of the Emerging Artist Series, US Cellular Stage at Summerfest WI, 2015; Winner of WYCE’s Album of the Year 2015; Best New Artist 2015; Art Prize, St. Cecilia …
