Austin Sound Check

Austin Sound Check recently sat down to talk with John Gourley, lead singer of Portugal. The Man. P.TM is playing tomorrow (7/18) at Emo’s (outside) with RX Bandits and Facing New York.
The Alaska natives have relocated to Portland and recently embarked on an extended tour that has taken them to Europe and will send them all over the U.S. Gourley talks about the bands secrets for success and what it was like recording their new album Censored Colors (out September 16) in just two and a half weeks.
Read the full interview after the jump for more on P.TM’s SXSW marathon …read more

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There are good roadshows and local shows alike this week. Built By Snow is a local favorite who are very reminiscent of early Weezer/ The Rentals. Fitting then, that they are playing with Calamity Magnet, with features Sarah Radle, formerly of Rentals fame.
At The Drive-In/Sparta veteran Jim Ward is bringing his new project, Sleepercar, to Emo’s on Wednesday. It seems to be an Emo’s themed week, because on Friday there is yet another good show featuring Wasilla, AK natives Portugal. The Man.
Saturday I’ll be in New Braunfels, seeing Ghostland Observatory play WhiteWater. If you didn’t get your hands on a …read more

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