Austin Sound Check

Today, Americans face one of the most important elections in the history of our nation. In light of that fact, I’m taking a respite from the usual topic of Austin music today to bring you some videos to watch and hopefully be inspired by.
Yes We Can – Will.i.am

Rise – Flobots

B.Y.O.B. – System of A Down (Lego Version)

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Stronger – Kanye West

Pull Up The People – M.I.A.

Mosh – Eminem

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Papermag is reporting that Boy George was denied a U.S. visa for his upcoming North American tour. It is unclear if this means the tour, including a previously announced stop at Stubb’s in Austin, is cancelled.
First Amy Winehouse and M.I.A. and now Boy George. I, for one, am tired of these visa issues. Not only does this cost the musicians money, but it also denies income to the cities were tour stops were planned.
Stay tuned as details emerge.
Image: Newscom

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Last night’s M.I.A. show at La Zona Rosa was phenomenal. This was my third time seeing M.I.A. in less than a year and she has never disappointed. The sold out show was packed to the gills, eventually turning into a giant dance party.
Holy Fuck lead the night off and got the crowd popping. I wasn’t sure what to expect of the band, beyond the clever name but ended up being pleasantly surprised. Holy Fuck uses plenty of electronics, but they also have a good old-fashioned rhythm section comprised of drums and a bass guitar. It was electro done right, with …read more

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I’m bringing you my recommended shows a day early this week. Enjoy it! We’re getting some of the best in touring talent this week. My Chemical Romance, The Glow in the Dark Tour, M.I.A., Atmosphere, Meat Beat Manifesto and The Raconteurs will all be in town this week, aside from the bevy of local talent Austin is home to each and every week.
Monday 4/28
My Chemical Romance @ Stubb’s
Wednesday 4/30
Glow in the Dark Tour @ Erwin Center
Muchos Backflips @ Trophy’s
Thursday 5/1
M.I.A. @ La Zona Rosa
Friday 5/2
White Denim, Tapes N Tapes @ Antone’s
Atmosphere @ Emo’s
The Raconteurs @ Stubb’s
Maneja Beto …read more

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Any readers who are familiar with my other blog will know that I am a huge fan of M.I.A. Her performance at UT’s Hogg Auditorium was one of my highlights of 2007.
It is an understatement to say I was surprised to see a handful of US tour dates on a just-announced presale. Needless to say, I will be seeing you there…
M.I.A. US Tour Dates
4/26 Coachella Festival Indio, CA
4/28 4th & B …read more

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