Shonen Knife Heads Into Overdrive at Red 7 in Austin, TX
Shonen Knife proved they’re as sharp as ever at Austin’s Red 7 music venue.
Peelander-Z, Electric Eel Shock and Anamanaguchi Send Peelander Red Off at Fitzgerald’s
Peelander-Z joined forces with Electric Eel Shock and Anamanaguchi to see bassist, Peelander Red, off in style.
Mono Fills Austin’s Mohawk With Beautiful Melodies and Introspection
The four members of Mono were more than halfway through their set at Austin’s Mohawk on Saturday when I observed a curious behavior from one of the audience members. It happened during a transition from one epic, sweeping composition to … Read More »
Shonen Knife Gets Sharp at Red 7 With Bobby Jealousy and Gal Pals
I’m falling. There’s no stopping it though my brain throttles through options that would keep me upright. There are none. Not now. I’m not ancient, but compared to most of the other moshing maniacs in the pit, I’m well beyond … Read More »
Peelander-Z Rocks Red 7 With Neon Cobra, The Biters, and Ghost Knife
AUSTIN, TX—Peelander-Z is anything but shy about their love for the live music capital of the world. Though based in NYC, the band has relied on Austin-based Chicken Ranch Records to produce their last three albums (P-TV-Z, Super DX Hits, … Read More »
Japan Nite 2012: Measuring the Impact of SXSW’s Annual Japanese Music Showcase
By quitting time on the last Friday of SXSW 2012, the influx of Austin’s employed barely registers a drop in the pulsating crowd already clogging her streets and bars. So as I double-time it over to Elysium, I hardly notice … Read More »
SXSW Music 2012: Toquiwa AKA Pinky Piglets at Swan Dive
Just a few songs into the set, Toquiwa’s vocalist grabbed the mic, fanned her throat and said in a Japanese accent that could only be described as adorable, “I’m thirsty. I need a beer.”
Japanese Music at SXSW 2012: Let This Be Your Guide
Lagitagida, one of several Japanese bands you should be stoked to see during the SXSW music conference. In the most recent episode of Nihongaku Radio, I attempted to cram in as many of the Japanese bands playing SXSW as I … Read More »
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