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Album Review: Vital punk rock on new Subpar Snatch EP Get In Here
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Album Review: Vital punk rock on new Subpar Snatch EP Get In Here

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The Austin music scene is undeniably alive and thriving, and Subpar Snatch is a vital artery pumping punk rock through its veins. The group is releasing their latest EP Get In Here on June 20. This combustible trio, led by Jess Scott on vocals, Nate Ribner on bass, and CeeCee Email on drums is renowned for their high energy, raw, and unapologetic take on garage punk. Established in 2022, they quickly built a reputation for their raucous live performances, provocative lyrics, and a powerful sound that proves no guitars are needed. 

Hooveriii 2 13th Floor Troy Gonzales
Case CockrellLive MusicReview

Live music review: L.A. psych punk act Hooveriii at 13th Floor

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Live music review: White Denim returns to Austin for Hot Luck Fest with Nolan Potter
Case CockrellLive MusicReview

Live music review: White Denim returns to Austin for Hot Luck Fest with Nolan Potter

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Live music review: Metal madness with GWAR at Radio East
Case CockrellLive MusicReview

Live music review: Metal madness with GWAR at Radio East

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SIMS BLK Dec 17
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Music News: BLK Vinyl to host fundraiser for SIMS Foundation on Saturday

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East Austin independent record store, BLK Vinyl is hosting a fundraiser for musicians mental health organization, SIMS Foundation this Saturday, December 17. The event runs all day from noon when the shop opens until close at 7 p.m.

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Club X Montaz
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Live music preview: Final Club X show at 13th Floor with Montaz, Galactic Protector, Pagoto and Queen Serene

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The Final Club X show presented by Mas Music, of their month long residency at 13th Floor Bar comes to a close tomorrow with a lineup that on the surface looks unassuming until you know that Pagogo features Ellie English of L.A. Witch

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Song Premiere: Austin act The Sour Notes dropped Middle Distance this month

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While Austin’s powerhouse indie rock outfit, The Sour Notes, is gearing up to release a new album, The Cosmic Clash is proud to premiere the first single “Middle Distance”.  The track is mixed by Steve Christensen and mastered by Joe LaPorta who’s worked on every Sour Notes song.

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Festive Fest 2022
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Live music preview: Girls Rock Austin presents Festive Fest at FSG December 17

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Award-winning music non-profit Girls Rock Austin is hosting Festive Fest, their annual end of year fundraiser on December 17 at Feels So Good (FSG) to raise funds for their programs as well as celebrate their recent awards

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Hi How Are You podcast
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Music news: “Hi, How Are You” podcast delves into mental health with musicians

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In early October, a new Daniel Johnston inspired podcast “Hi, How Are You?” premiered, a collaboration between the Hi, How Are You Project and The Drag Audio Production. The University of Texas at Austin hosted interview musicians on site at Austin City Limits Music Festival, alongside clinical advisors from American Psychological Association and Texas Psychological Association.

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Live music preview: Wizard Rodeo festival takes place Saturday at The Longtime

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The 2nd installment of the aptly titled Wizard Rodeo takes place this Saturday at the unique event space The Longtime ballpark, located a few miles east of Austin. This Austin-centric music, art, and vibe festival promises to provide a low-key, small-scale festival experience featuring some of Austin’s notable music performers and art vendors.

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Safer Together - 2022 Benefit Concert
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Live music preview: Safer Together returns for second edition at Mohawk Thursday

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The Travis County District Attorney, Jose Garza’s office, music mental health org, SIMS Foundation and the Red River Cultural District have joined forces to sponsor the second annual Safer Together benefit concert for mental health and recovery awareness for the Austin music community this Thursday (tomorrow). 

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Interview: Mike Cosmic talks with Bonnie Bloomgarden of Death Valley Girls at LEVITATION

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When we heard Death Valley Girls were on the bill at LEVITATION, Mike Cosmic immediately reached out to Bonnie Bloomgarden, founder and soul of the Los Angeles-based band that had become a Cosmic Clash favorite years ago. Bloomgarden apparently replied right away, letting our founder know their founder couldn’t wait to sit down and talk DVG music with us. The interview we recorded runs at just under ten minutes

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