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

January 14, 2020 Brian Hillsman 646 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.

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Album review: Reina del Cid’s Morse Code record is a lesson in songwriting

December 12, 2019 Greg Ackerman 2148 Views album, Americana, folk music, folk rock, new music, Reina del Cid, Review, singer, songrwriter

Reina Del Cid has released a new album, Morse Code and it is nothing less than an impressive and intellectual exercise of masterful songwriting and musicianship. The record actually dropped back on October 4 with a release show in Minneapolis and I’m finally able to file an album review. Been chomping at the bit to share it with you.

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

December 10, 2019 Brian Hillsman 459 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 720 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: Amigo the Devil Bridge City Sessions (Live) EP

November 13, 2019 Daniel Salas 770 Views acoustic music, album, Amigo the Devil, Danny Salas, DB Salas, EP, new music, Review, singer songwriter

Stripped down with just an acoustic, a banjo and an aching soul, Spicewood, Texas singer / songwriter, Amigo the Devil bestows the haunting and earnest songs for his latest EP Bridge City Sessions (Live). The record dropped last week. With a re-imagined take on the classic sounds of folk and country, Amigo the Devil pulls emotions in different directions.

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New music review: Cowboy Diplomacy drops Bad Man

November 8, 2019 Mike Cosmic Cota 395 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 preview: Austin’s Wild Child plays Far Out Lounge next week

October 18, 2019 Greg Ackerman 424 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 642 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.

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Live music review: Lunar Gold shines at Stay Gold single release

September 24, 2019 Greg Ackerman 820 Views Austin, black books, ethan guion, live music, Lunar Gold, new music, Pink Floyd, release party, Single, Stay Gold, The National

If your ears desire the dark ambient mix of The National and Pink Floyd-influenced electro- alternative sounds, then check out the sounds of Lunar Gold. The band, fronted by singer/guitarist Jason Morris, performed to a packed house at the Stay Gold Bar last Friday, September 20.

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Interview: Pan-American Soul band Frederico7 and their amazing live act

September 16, 2019 Brian Hillsman 670 Views Austin, Brazlian music, Cidade Negra, Frederico7, Interview, live music, new music, pan-American, Press Junkie PR, rock n roll, soul, World Music

Last month at Stubb’s hosted Press Junkie PR’s 10-year Anniversary party. Frederico 7, the mesmerizing Austin Pan-American, soul musical group, performing in Portuguese, English, and Spanish graced the stage with a gleaming set featuring Guitarist Sergio Yazbek, formerly of the popular Brazilian reggae-fusion act, Cidade Negra.

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Live music review: Austin rockers Kalijah at Hole in the Wall

September 12, 2019 Brian Hillsman 604 Views Austin, buzz act, concerts, Hole in the Wall, indie rock, Kalijah, live music, new music, Review, rock n roll

Saturday night, legendary campus-area venue Hole in the Wall across from the University of Texas hosted up-and-coming Austin-based rockers Kalijah. The late night show followed a busy day on the Drag as LSU narrowly defeated Texas in a thriller of a game.