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Live music preview: L.A. Witch and Blushing to rock Parish August 17

That is why when Resound Presents asked us to co-present some upcoming shows, the L.A. Witch / Blushing bill jumped out at us. Not only are the West Coast garage rockers great live performers, Austin act, Blushing falls right into that same category of mesmerizing live band. The two groups sharing the bill together at the Parish on August 17 is too perfect for us to pass up

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Christina DeStefanoPreview

Live music preview: There is no excuse to miss these August live music shows in Austin

There is simply not an excuse for you to miss any of the music happening these weekend dates listed below in August. It’s hot, but the lineups for August shows are hotter. Tonight launches HOT SUMMER NIGHTS, the Red River Cultural District music festival taking place in venues along the downtown corridor.

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Greg AckermanPreview

Live music preview: ATX Queer Music Fest set for August 6 at Lustre Pearl South

This weekend provides a myriad of opportunities for Austin music fans to catch some great live music but perhaps there is none better than ATX Queer Music Fest set for Saturday, August 6 at Lustre Pearl East. The lineup organizers put together is impressive, featuring a who’s who of Austin LBTGTQA+ music with the addition of LA-based musician, activist and actor Ryan Cassata(first openly gay performer on Vans Warped Tour).

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Greg AckermanPreview

Live music preview: A Giant Dog and Caleb De Casper to take over Mohawk Friday

Yes, we know it’s hot. It’s been the hottest Summer on record here in Austin. You’re already sweaty, warm and wishing for cooler days, but that’s not gonna come anytime soon. What is coming this Friday to Red River District venue, Mohawk are Austin garage punks, A Giant Dog led by manic stage presence, Sabrina Ellis along with LBGTQA+ performer Caleb DeCasper whose glam rock show is both over the top and sensational.

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Greg AckermanPreview

Live music preview: Liz Burrito & Geannie Friedman play BLK Vinyl for SIMS this Sunday

This Sunday afternoon BLK Vinyl is hosting a benefit for SIMS Foundation featuring solo sets by Liz Burrito and Geannie Friedman (Semihelix) from 4-7 p.m.. KOOP DJs will also be on hand to spin records while visitors browse the bins at the independent record store tucked away on East 6th Street.

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Greg AckermanPreview

Live music preview: LEVITATION Fest 2022 lineup features King Gizzard, Osees and more

Today LEVITATION dropped a doozy of a lineup and put tickets on sale for the festival which takes place October 27-30 in various downtown Austin venues featuring headlining sets from King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Osees and Jesus and Mary Chain. Cosmic Clash favorite, Osees (formerly Thee Ohsees) is playing all four nights of the festival, which is music to our ears.

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Christina DeStefanoPreview

Live music preview: There are a ton of great June shows in Austin

Just like last month, this month presents a bevy of June shows for music fans to choose from. The question isn’t if you’re going to see a show but which one. Scroll through the list to discover a ton of recommended shows. There is something for every type of music fan.

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Christina DeStefanoPreview

Live music preview: Grammy-winning Grupo Fantasma plays Paramount Friday

Austin-based Grupo Fantasma returns to its origins for a show at the Paramount Theater on Friday, May 27 with Joe Bataan. The Grammy-winning, nine-piece orchestra will bring some Latin funk jams to the historic theater on Congress Avenue. The performance will be the band’s biggest since the world-wide pandemic hit.

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Christina DeStefanoPreview

SXSW preview: Five buzz bands to see during the festival

Today’s SXSW preview of five buzz bands to see during SXSW was written by Christina DeStefano. Perhaps despite that fact, she chose acts to highlight that all of us here at The Cosmic Clash enjoy like Yard Act and Sesami who we have already covered previously. Others are new to us too and we’re excited to check them out during the festival. To locate day parties you might see these bands, check out our list of Sx show posters with links or head to my Do512 calendar.

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