Interview with Author Tara Lopez of Chuco Punk: Sonic Insurgency in El Paso
On June 8, I had the exciting opportunity to interview author Tara López at Sound Decay Records in El Paso,
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Mike Cosmic
Album review: Austin act Sun June released hypnotic Bad Dream Jaguar October 20
Austin act, Sun June’s third album, “Bad Dream Jaguar,” released on October 20 marks a captivating addition to their discography.
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Song Review: Scott Collins new track Want You to Want Love featuring Kydd Jones dropped last month
Austin musician Scott Collins has returned with his latest single, “Want You to Want Love,” featuring Kydd Jones. The track
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Song Premiere: The Dead Coats drop new single Reach today
The Dead Coats have just dropped their latest single, “Reach,” and true to their signature style, this track is a soul-shredding punk-rock ecstasy. Hailing from Austin, the band, fronted by the exceptionally talented Lauren V. Warner (vocals), delivers an electrifying performance that demands your attention. Warner’s grandiose voice is nothing short of remarkable, leaving an indelible mark on your soul.
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Music video premiere: SATALiGHTS “Sirenas” drops today
Satalights are set to premiere their latest single and music video titled “Sirenas” today at The Cosmic Clash. This release follows their November 2020 album Little Star, which made our Best Austin Albums list that year
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Live music review: Sparta Celebrates Wiretap Scars 20th Anniversary Tour at Parish
Sparta cruised into Austin’s Parish venue on July 26, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album, Wiretap Scars. This highly anticipated release came after their 2002 EP, Austere. Wiretap Scars was well received, particularly following the downfall of the critically acclaimed band, At The Drive-In. The breakup of At The Drive-In, due to musical differences, split the band into Sparta and The Mars Volta. Both bands definitely took different paths and crafted their own sound.
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Album review: Rival Waves to release latest record A Meaningless Chaos August 5
Rival Waves is set to release their eagerly anticipated new album, “A Meaningless Chaos,” on Saturday, August 5 at ACL’s 3Ten venue. The spectacular lineup is sure to make it the party to be at that evening. Openers are none other than Austin powerhouse acts The Dead Coats and Lola Tried.
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Album Review : Being Dead debut album When Horses Would Run offers refreshing take
It has been a little over a week since the release of Being Dead’s debut album When Horses Would Run. The Austin band (featuring bandleaders, Falcon Bitch and Gumball) has offered a refreshing take on alternative music.
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Review: Zeta slays at The Far Out Lounge
A December evening turned into an all-out party at The Far out Lounge and Stage with Zeta from Puerto La
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Interview: Mike Cosmic talks with Bonnie Bloomgarden of Death Valley Girls at LEVITATION
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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Video Premiere: “Fire” by art folk rockers Roger!
The art-folk band Roger! based out of San Diego is the brainchild of Ernie Garcia who’s played with El Vex (The Mexican Elvis), Kristian Hoffman, and Javier Escovedo. The Cosmic Clash is happy to premiere their new music video “Fire”. The song is off of their upcoming album “Patterns” set to release on November 18 on Slow Start Records.
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