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Album review: Cosmic Chaos “Eye Can See” release show set for Feb 5

January 14, 2020 Brian Hillsman 1626 Views album, album release, Austin, Cheer Up Charlie's, Cosmic Chaos, new music, psych-rock

Psych rockers Cosmic Chaos have been a prominent fixture on show rosters around Austin recently. Those lucky enough have seen them live understand the intense energy they bring to the stage. The band is steeped in the local music scene, hosting a series of regularly-scheduled showcases themed The Acid Test. In addition to their live music efforts, Cosmic Chaos has been busy recording their first full-length album, Eye Can See which will see its release February 5 at Cheer Up Charlies.

Greg Ackerman Review

Best Austin Albums of 2019

December 18, 2019 Greg Ackerman 1389 Views Albums, Austin, best albums, Black Pumas, Gary Clark Jr, Jackie Venson, Megafauna, Moving Panoramas, Music, records, Sun June, Superfonicos, The Bright Light Social Hour, The Vapor Caves, top albums, Townes Van Zandt, vinyl

Two years ago, over 400 albums were released by Austin artists according to Kevin Curtin at
The Austin Chronicle. Curtin then released a list of Austin’s top 200 records. His point? The musical bar is set so high in Austin that half of that momentous number of releases were deserving of some kind of mention in a year-end list. While we applaud him for the effort in producing a massive list of worthy albums, we’re keeping it simple with a more manageable collection of best Austin albums we loved listening to in the past year.

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Album review: Austin hip hop artist Pat G’s album Whatever It Takes deserves attention

December 10, 2019 Brian Hillsman 1413 Views Austin, Hip Hop, new music, old school, Pat G, rap, Review

The Austin hip-hop scene is loaded with untapped talent. For some reason, the industry machine overlooks the many adept artists who need only to be heard. However, if Austin artist, Pat G’s new (it dropped in April) sophomore album Whatever It Takes is an indicator of what’s to come for the Capitol City, the hip-hop world may soon take serious notice.

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Album review: Bali Yaaah “Make Belief” EP debuted at Electric Church last week

December 3, 2019 Brian Hillsman 1655 Views album, Austin, Bali Yaaah, drone, EP, new music, psych-rock, psychedelic rock, Review

Bali Yaaah puts on quite the performance spectacle. For almost a decade, the band has commanded Austin stages, formulating their own soundtrack fortified with the unique blend of 80’s synth, 90’s grunge and 60’psych-rock, merging various genres of world music throughout.

“Make Belief,” the band’s new EP released by The Sound Barrier Records, is now available on all streaming platforms, including Bandcamp and was debuted at The Electric Church on November 22.

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Album review: New EP “Tonight” from Austin singer Christine Renner

December 2, 2019 Brian Hillsman 1663 Views album, Austin, Christine Renner, EP release, Music, new album, pop, Review, rock n roll, singer

Austin-based, indie-pop artist Christine Renner teamed up with established music production legend Chris “Frenchie” Smith, delivering an EP that transmits a modern-yet-familiar twist on Austin music. The record dropped Friday, November 22 after an EP release show at Mohawk on November 21.

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Live music preview: Hard Luck Lounge to Say Farewell November 23

November 18, 2019 Greg Ackerman 1256 Views Austin, Ben Ballinger, Chandler Wilkinson, closing, Glass, Hard Luck Lounge, live music, Mrs, Music, preview, Rattlesnake Milk, Robert Allan Caldwell, That Damned Band

Beloved East Austin dive bar and live music venue, Hard Luck Lounge is holding a final show Saturday, November 23 before shutting down after five years on E. Seventh near Springdale. The much loved venue with a big back patio, tiny bar and a stage that looks cut out of a film set will close this Saturday with a celebration of local artists who frequently performed at there.

Mike Cosmic Review

New music review: Cowboy Diplomacy drops Bad Man

November 8, 2019 Mike Cosmic Cota 1132 Views Austin, Cowboy Diplomacy, Ian Cochran, indie rock, Mike Cosmic, new music, new record, new release, pop, Review, Single, Sound Dessert

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

November 3, 2019 Greg Ackerman 1855 Views Aaron Behrens, Austin, Carson Creek Ranch, concert, dance music, electronic music, Ghostland Observatory, Halloween, live music, Thomas Ross Turner

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

October 25, 2019 Mike Cosmic Cota 1889 Views Alien, Austin, Barracuda, Music, Primo the Alien, Single, single release, The Cosmic Clash

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

October 18, 2019 Greg Ackerman 998 Views Austin, concert, Covert Curiosity, indie, Kelsey Wilson, live music, new music, pop, preview, Sir Woman, Wild Child

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

September 26, 2019 Brian Hillsman 1599 Views album release, Austin, concerts, electro pop, electronic music, live music, Lou Rebecca, mohawk, new music, pop, Review

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.