Quotable
"Hey, I have an ID here from someone who goes to Yale. And, here's another from somebody who goes to Cornell. So, hey, all you Ivy Leaguers, stop losing your […]
Do You Believe In Magic?
Todd P's shows have always had something of a happening-feel to them, but never more so than tonight's closing gig in the parking lot of Ms. Bea's on the
Sunset Special
It's not every day you get to see a band the caliber of Dirty Projectors from the front row, under the most perfect Texas sunset you can imagine. Well, tonight's
Guest Post: Pete
"The lord giveth and the lord taketh…Iraq drags us like a misplaced anchor. The 60's are back with a vengence. Gen Y is pissed…as blonde angels scream bloody murder." Um…ok.
Garden Party
As the sun sets on day 3 of SXSW, I can't think of a better way to wind down (or up?) than hanging out under the tent at the French
Audience Participation
When Japanther (Brooklyn, NY) takes the stage, expect stage diving, light rig-swings, and other antics just this side of bedlam. And we're barely halfway through today's Mess With Texas 3
Soul Man
After Barbara Lynn finished, the Allen Oldies Band called up Roy Head to the stage. And this guy in his 60's, wearing a western suit and boots, throws down his
House Party
Sometimes, it pays to know a local. My friend Chris – a former NYer – gave us a tip on this free show happening today at some development on the
Size Matters
I'm not a big fan of corporate sponsorship, but give credit to Blackberry: they've booked some of the best bills this SXSW, including tonight's lineup at Cedar St. Courtyard, with