Every year at SXSW, rumors circulate that a big name band will be playing the festival. This year, the honor goes to the Foo Fighters, but it’s no longer a rumor. The Foo’s will be playing MTV’s Woodie Awards showcase at the Austin Music Hall on March 16th. Also on the bill will be Sleigh Bells, Two Door Cinema Club and others. MTV is giving fans a chance to attend the awards show by applying here.
Dave Grohl and the boys will also be playing a smaller, private show at an undisclosed location on Tuesday night, after the world premiere of their documentary on the band’s history at the Paramount. The location of this show will be announced at the premiere, but we all know these things have a way of leaking out!
We’ll do our best to keep you posted on other bands rumored to be playing (or not) at the festival this year.
*Editor’s note- This story was first reported by Michael Corcoran of the Statesman.
