Interview: Austin artist Andrew Cashen discusses solo work, Austin music with Mike Cosmic
Guitarist Andrew Cashen is one of Austin’s most prominent musicians. His reputation as a songwriter goes beyond his music and
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Live music preview: Recommended November shows aplenty in Austin this month
DeStefano and The Cosmic Clash has been doing some valuable, time-saving work in narrowing down the list of live music options in the ATX to something manageable. So… go forth, peruse our recommended November shows list
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Live music review: Gorillaz energized Moody Center with a mesmerizing performance
On Friday, September 30, fans of British musical group, Gorillaz, filed into Austin’s new music and event compound, the Moody Center located on the University of Texas campus. The 25,000 capacity arena opened earlier this year with performances by Willie Nelson.
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Interview: Scott Collins discussed music, film and life with Mike Cosmic
On September 2, Austin musician Scott Collins discussed the meaning behind some of his music during an interview under a large Oak tree at his home which also houses a recording studio with Mike Cosmic. Collins is influenced by many artists and most importantly life experiences.
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Interview: LA Witch talks to Mike Cosmic at Parish’s My Oh My Bar
On August 17, LA Witch returned to Austin performing at the Parish’s new location in east Austin. LA Witch was at the tail end of their US tour that started July 27 in Salt Lake City, Utah’s Urban Lounge and ended on August 19 at Tucson’s Club Congress.
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Live music review: An impressive night of modern Texas rock at Hole in the Wall
On Saturday, July 30, folks gathered at picnic tables on the outdoor patio at the legendary Hole in the Wall, nestled on UT’s Drag, on Guadalupe. Many of the patrons were there to check out at least one of the four bands set to play on that warm, slightly-breezy night; Sons of Kitsch, Kyote Radio and Brian Wolff.
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Live music review: Fuzz delivered headbangers assault at Mohawk
On a temperate Wednesday night (by Austin standards) the band kicked off a few minutes before 9 PM. With chants of “Ty! Ty!” the iconic front man, Ty Segall, graced his fans, just six months after Fuzz graced the same Austin stage for LEVITATION festival.
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Live music review: Glass Animals played Moody Amphitheater September 12
On Sunday, September 12 Glass Animals played Austin’s shiny, new Moody Amphitheatre at Waterloo Park. While it wasn’t the first performance The Cosmic Clash has covered at the venue (Gary Clark Jr opening weekend), it was the first time at the venue for this writer.
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Album review: Austin rockers Kyote Radio drop debut LP August 27
On August 27, Kyote Radio will release their debut full-length album Real Crime.
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Girls Rock Austin to hold Rockarama camp this summer
Girls Rock Austin will hold GRA Camp Rock-A-Rama as a virtual event this year from
Monday, July 12 through Friday, July 16 this summer with a livestream showcase by campers on Saturday, July 24 at 1 p.m.
Austin Comedy: Inside the exploding new Austin scene
Today in Austin, comedy is everywhere. From Creek & Cave to Sunset Strip, the Green Jay (formerly Beerland and much nicer now, btw), Dave Chappelle, and Rogan did a string of sold-out shows at Stubbs. Vulcan Gas Company has evolved into Austin’s version of the legendary Comedy Store out in Los Angeles
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