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Mike CosmicReview

New music review: Cowboy Diplomacy drops Bad Man

Austin’s Cowboy Diplomacy dropped their second track, “Bad Man” October 25. The song is from the group’s upcoming debut album, Burn Down The Road which was produced by Grammy-nominated producer Chris “Frenchie” Smith.

“Bad Man” explores the self-indulgence of one’s dark side, focusing too much on imperfections while searching for salvation is a recipe for hurt and turmoil. According to lead vocalist, Ian Cochran, “Bad Man” is a sort of self-manifested alter-ego of sorts.

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Greg AckermanReview

Live music review (photos): Ghostland Observatory’s Halloween party in Austin

Thursday music fans celebrated Halloween with Austin’s Ghostland Observatory at Carson Creek Ranch. The celebrated electronic dance duo performed with Fort Never and DJ Chicken George in front of approximately 1000 people. A good portion of those attendees wore outlandish costumes for the occasion. We’ve included images taken by The Cosmic Clash photographer, David Castaneda of the spectacle, fans and fun things to do at the ranch which sits across the highway from Austin Bergstrom Airport.

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Mike CosmicPreview

Live music preview: #1 Alien by Primo the Alien release show at Mohawk tonight

Austin’s 80’s freestyle synth-pop act Primo the Alien, will be celebrating the release of her latest single “#1 Alien” at Mohawk tonight (October 25). “#1 Alien” is a time-warp that takes you back to an era where heavy synth melodies, electronic dance beats and power vocals ruled

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Greg AckermanPreview

Live music preview: Ghostland Observatory to kick off huge Halloween weekend at Carson Creek Ranch

One of Austin’s most successful independent bands, Ghostland Observatory has announced a Halloween performance at Carson Creek Ranch next week on October 31. The electronic music duo haven’t played their hometown often in the last year, notching their most recent shows during South by Southwest last March.

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ReviewScott Rollins

Live music review: Alison Krauss and Union Station masterful in Lake Charles

The stage was also adorned with top grade musicians, performing with expert skills, while strangely at ease with their own masterful accomplishments. This was Alison Krauss, & Union Station as they appeared at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles, Louisiana on October 11.

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Greg AckermanPreview

Live music preview: Austin’s Wild Child plays Far Out Lounge next week

The upstart music venue has announced popular local act, Wild Child will play the first ticketed event there on October 24. The indie-pop act led by songwriting team, Kelsey Wilson and Alexander Beggins makes a rare local appearance. From what Boone told us you’re going to want to be there for the surprise opener too. Tickets can be purchased here.

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Ethan GuionReview

Live music review: Caroline Rose rocked BMI’s ACL Fest party last week

Last Thursday at BMI’s Howdy Texas extravaganza leading into weekend two of Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL Fest), venue host, Yeti Flagship store had a lyrical sharpshooter ready to give a playful greeting to Texas locals and visitors in Austin’s music capitol. As the windy October night cooled down, the music-loving crowd warmed to Caroline Rose gradually like the ice melting in the chilled mixed drinks silently swirling together.

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Greg AckermanPhotos

PHOTOS: Wu-Tang Clan revived debut album 36 Chambers at Austin’s ACL Live

On the 25th Anniversary of legendary New York City rap outfit, Wu-Tang Clan’s first album, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) set off on a national tour, stopping at Austin’s ACL Live at The Moody Theater on October 7. The original lineup was there minus

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Brian HillsmanReview

Live Music Review: Cage the Elephant Austin City Limits TV Taping

On Friday, September 27, Cage the Elephant made a triumphant return to Austin for a taping for the 45th season of Austin City Limits.  This would mark the band’s second performance in Austin since late July, when they amazed in a stellar performance at Circuit of the Americas, co-headlining with Beck with support from Austin’s Spoon on their Summer tour.

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ReviewScott Rollins

Live music review: Dwight Yoakam in Lake Charles

I regarded the beer in my hand as Kentucky-born singer took the stage, then as he plowed through three songs like a runaway train, I decided the loudest show I’ve ever been to is Dwight Yoakam. He played the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles, Louisianna on September 21.

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Brian HillsmanLiveReview

Live music review: Synth pop artist Lou Rebecca album release show at Mohawk

September 19 was a big day for Lou Rebecca.  Unbeknownst to her until the day before, she landed the cover of The Austin Chronicle. The up and coming synth-pop artist would then play her album release show for her first full-length, Restless at The Mohawk the next evening.

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