What do scratchers, music and free have in common? Well if you like the lottery, love music, and are flat broke, this is your lucky weekend! Between May 12th and May 16th ACL Fest will have ACL scratchers that provide lucky fans two free VIP passes to this year’s ACL Festival. 10,000 tickets will be distributed to local, ACL engaged unique businesses. The tickets will be distributed throughout the five day period. See www.aclfestival.com/lineuplottery for official rules and locations for each day. Friday May 13th the businesses are Austinbikes, Do512 Lounge, Storyville, Jo’s Coffee, and Waterloo Records. The web site will announce the businesses on each day through May 16th. Good luck!!
We’re only 6 days away now from the ACL Fest lineup announcement. Believe it or not, this is the 10th anniversary already! This year’s festival will be held on September 16-18 down at Zilker. Oy, that’s gonna be a hot one!
Since it’s always fun to guess the bands playing before they’re announced and to keep track of all the rumors, comment on this post on who you think or wish will be at this year’s ACL Fest. The only two I know of that have been confirmed so far are Cee-Lo Green and Iron and Wine. I keep hearing that the Red Hot Chili Peppers will be on the bill too, but it’s not confirmed. Here’s a few bands that I’d like to see:
Soundgarden
The Cars
Wilco
The Replacements ( I know it won’t happen, but damn that would be cool!)
Head on down to End of an Ear for their latest new arrivals listed below. You can also pick up tickets for Chaos and Tejas there. I was pretty excited to see that Iraqi metal band, Acrassicauda will be doing a Q&A at the ‘Ear on Tuesday, May 24th at 6pm. If you’ve ever seen the documentary, Heavy Metal in Baghdad, this one is not to be missed!
Pop / Rock / Punk
Alps “Easy Action” LP (Mexican Summer) With a beautiful foldout pop-up sleeve. SFgroup blending folk music with electronics. Ashley, Greg “One Thin Heroine” b/w “Misery Again” 7″ (Mexican Summer) Two new countrified crooners. Beastie Boys “Hot Sauce Committee Part II” CD (Capitol) Marks Mike “Mike D” Diamond, Adam “Ad Rock” Horovitz and Adam “MCA” Yauch’s first full length effort since 2007. Black Devil Disco Club “Circus” LP (Lo Recordings) Now in stock on vinyl. Crystal Stilts / Comet Gain “split” 7″ (Slumberland) Danger Mouse and Daniele Luppi “Rome” CD (Capitol) Meeting of Brian Burton aka Danger Mouse and Italian composer/arranger Daniele Luppi. With vocal contributions from Jack White and Norah Jones. Elephant “Ants” 7″ (Memphis Industries) Well-tipped London synthpop duo hitting a mark somewhere between Au Revoir Simone and Beach House. Ford & Lopatin “Emergency Room” 12″ (Mexican Summer) This pair (comprised of Oneohtrix Point Never’s Daniel Lopatin and Tiger City’s Joel Ford) are no longer calling themselves Games. Instead, they now go by the very Italo disco-sounding moniker Ford & Lopatin. Jesus And Mary Chain “Send Me Away: The Early Demos” LP Pre-‘Psychocandy’ demos from 1983. Manikin “Minority Rules” 7″ (Super) Brand new single. My Bloody Valentine “Lost Songs and Rare Cuts” LP Includes tracks from very limited fanclub 7″s, but is mostly completely unreleased studio outtakes and alternate versions. Poly Styrene “Generation Indigo” CD (Future Noise Music UK) At the end of 2010, Poly Styrene, the unforgettable front woman and iconic face of the seminal UK punk band X-ray Spex announced her return to the music scene with this album produced by Youth. R.I.P. Reverse X Rays “s/t” LP Shapes Have Fangs “Dinner in the Dark” LP Thee Oh Sees “Castlemania” CD/2LP (In The Red) New full-length album of original tracks plus a smattering of covers of songs by The Creation and the West Coast Pop Art Experimental Band. Vinyl is a three-sided double LP. Xander Duell “Experimental Tape No 2, Vol. 1″ 12” (Mexican Summer) New album by NYC’s Xander Duell, who has fused decades’ worth of nuance into thirteen songs in the spirit of Scott Walker’s numbered albums and the prime cut of ’70s soft rock. Xeno & Oaklander “Sentinelle” LP (Wierd) First time in stock on vinyl.
Well, you really can’t blame them. They were offered the opportunity to play the Late Show With David Letterman. Hell, I’d do the same thing! Looking at the Late Show schedule, it looks like it’ll air this Friday.
But don’t worry Okkervil fans, Waterloo is working with the label and band to reschedule the in-store once they are back from their tour.
In the meantime, be sure to pick up their new album, I Am Very Far at Waterloo or your other favorite local indie record shop tomorrow.
We here at TVD Austin are still comic book nerds. There is nothing better than flipping through a comic while listening to a record on a lazy afternoon. So that being said, we wanted to do our part and bring to your attention that tomorrow is Free Comic Book Day at participating comic book stores across the country. What does this have to do with records? Well, not much but they sure are still cool. Just like vinyl.
Here’s a list of Austin stores participating in Free Comic Book Day:
Tired of watching the NBA/NHL playoffs? Then get out of the house and head to Stubbs on Friday May 9th to check out Danzig and the boys drop some metal on your ass.
Danzig brings Devildriver and 2Cents along for the ride. If you haven’t checked out Danzig’s latest Dethred Saboath, it’s worth a listen. This show gives the folks who missed his rain drenched set at FFF in 2009 an opportunity to catch some evil. Doors at 7:00.
Other shows to consider for the week ahead after the jump!
Here’s a list of new arrivals currently at End of an Ear. Also not listed, but available today is the Fleet Foxes’ new lp, Helplessness Blues.
If you haven’t already be sure to drop by the End of an Ear website and sign up for their mailing list for all the latest on new arrivals, instores, and tickets for shows.
Now on to the list!
Pop / Rock / Punk
Airborne Toxic Event “All At Once” CD (Island) Their latest. An Horse “Walls” CD (Mom and Pop Music) Australian indie-rock duo. Black Mountain “Rollercoaster b/w in the Drones” 7″ (JagJaguwar) Cooper, Matthew “Some Days are Better Than Others” CD (Temporary Residence) Crystal Stilts “In Love With Oblivion” LP (Slumberland) Vinyl now in stock. Cure “Peel Sessions 1978-1980” LP Self explanatory. Cure “Peel Sessions 1981-1985” LP Ditto. David Kilgour & The Heavy Eights “Left by Soft” CD (Merge) David Kilgour returns after the Clean’s 2009 outing “Mister Pop.” The Heavy Eights are Taane Tokona, Tony de Raad, and Thomas Bell. Donkeys “Born with Stripes” CD (Dead Oceans) Their latest. Earle, Steve “I’ll Never Get Out of This World Alive” CD (New West) First album of new songs in 4 years, produced by T Bone Burnett. Explosions in the Sky “Take Care, Take Care, Take Care” CD/LP (Temporary Residence) Their latest and their 5th album. Deluxe package that folds out into a house. All of the Explosions catalog is on sale through May as well. Fresh & Onlys “Secret Walls” CD/LP (Sacred Bones) A brand new ep. Gilbert, Bruce “This Way with the Shivering Man” LP (Editions Mego) A special gatefold vinyl edition collecting Bruce Gilbert’s classic solo albums from 1984 and 1986 in a limited edition of 500. Jordache, Pat “Future Songs” LP (Constellation) Matt Duke “One Day Die” CD (Rykodisc) McCartney, Paul “Balearic Rarities” 12″ Yep, that Paul McCartney… with synths. Probably not for the usual Beatles fans, but still really cool. McCombs, Cass “Wit’s End” CD/LP (Domino) The result of two years recording in various homes and studios in California, New York, New Jersey and Chicago. Motel Aviv “Post Modern Nation” CD Nine 11 Thesaurus “Ground Zero Generals” CD (Social Registry) A collective of five MCs from East Brooklyn, and sees them collaborating with Tim Dewit (Gang Gang Dance), Matt Mehlan (Skeletons) and Sam Hillmer (Zs) Norton, Doris “Nortoncomputerforpeace” LP Early (1983) computer based synth-triggered minimal wave, definitely on the more cerebral side. Norton, Doris “Personal Computer” LP 1984 Apple computer sequenced compositions. Of Montreal “Thecontrollersphere” LP (Polyvinyl) A five track freak-out record. Picardy The Third “All’s Well That Ends Well” CD Shannon and the Clams “Sleep Talk” LP (1234 Go!) Their brand new album xxcercising the economy and aggression of garage rock. Sheff, Will “I am Very Far:The Lyrics” Book (JagJaguwar) Hardbound lyric book
Shinji Masuko “Woven Music” LP (Brah)
Thao & Mirah “s/t” CD (Kill Rock Stars) Both Thao & Mirah collaborate on a project.. Times New Viking “Dancer Equired” CD/LP (Merge) Recorded at Columbus Discount Recording Studio and their first release with Merge. Xander Harris “Contamination” CS (Complicated Dance Steps) More amazing ’80s-ish electro from this local rising star, this is just made for those of us who still have a tape deck in the car.
Like most Americans today, I can’t help but feel patriotic more than I normally would. My father served in the Marine Corps for 23 years so I grew up a military brat traveling around the world wherever he got stationed next. I enjoyed it immensely.
Because of how I was raised, I have never wavered in my support for the men and women who serve in protecting our country and its people. They are quite simply, the real heroes.
So last night, after watching the news for hours that we finally got Bin Laden and because I’m a nerd, I started thinking of the best rock and roll tunes about the USA.
In a town full of festivals year round, this is easily one of the coolest.
Presented by Austin’s own The Black Angels, the Austin Psych Fest has gone from being a one day affair with 10 bands back in 2008 to now being a 3 day event featuring 58 bands from all over the world at the Seaholm Power Plant (214 West Ave) this weekend April 29th to May 1st.
A few standouts for this year’s fest include not only the hosts, but also Roky Erickson, Prefuse 73, This Will Destroy You, Spectrum, A Place To Bury Strangers, Omar Rodriguez-Lopez, and Black Moth Super Rainbow.
One day passes are $40 or you can get in for the whole weekend for $100. You can purchase tickets at the Austin Psych Fest site.
If you are a big Steve Earle fan like I am, they you will be happy to know that you get the chance to see him up close and personal (and get an autograph) when he does an in store at Waterloo Records next Wednesday (May 4) from 5:00-6:30.
His new album, I’ll Never Get Out Of This World Alive (New West) was released yesterday to rave reviews. Also, May 12th will be the release date for Steve Earle’s first novel using the same title as his album. I’m assuming that Waterloo will have advanced copies for him to sign. So get there early, enjoy free beer, free music and a chance to meet Steve Earle!
He’ll also be heading back into town on July 7th for a show at the Paramount.
TVD Austin contributor Mike Harrell wanted to share a few words about the passing of Poly Styrene on Monday:
X-Ray Spex lead singer Marian Joan Elliott-Said AKA Poly Styrene, passed away from complications due to breast cancer Monday, April 25th.
The band formed in England in 1976 and is one of the more influential punk bands of the era. Although they only released one album, Germ Free Adolescents, they left a mark on the punk rock world that few could deny.
Arguably their finest moment was the single “Oh Bondage Up Yours!” which was not included on the original album (it was placed on the CD re-release in 2005). Musicians of all types, such as Billy Bragg, Kathleen Hanna, The Beastie Boys, and Boy George have all been influenced by her and all have paid tribute.
If you are not familiar with her fine work as a vocalist then go out and pick up a copy of this album. It may be more difficult to find on LP but it’s worth the hunt. Rest in peace Poly and thank you for changing the face of music forever.
In case you don’t already know, this weekend is the Austin Record Convention at the North Austin Event Center (10601 N. Lamar). Head on over an peruse over 300 tables full of vinyl goodies!
Here’s a list of dates, times, and admission:
Regular Admission: $5, good for both days
Saturday April 30th 10am – 6pm
Sunday May 1st 10am – 5pm
Early Shopper Admission: $25, good for all three days
The line behind End Of An Ear before they opened. Photo by Mark Fagan.
Mark and I positioned ourselves at different record stores on Saturday. He was at End of An Ear and I was at Waterloo Records. Although neither of us decided to get up at the crack of dawn to jump in line, we both scored the majority of what we wanted. It was really great to see the turnout at both stores. I spent over 2 hours at Waterloo shopping and waiting in line to check out. I’d never seen it so busy. Simply awesome.
Here’s our list of what we got. Let us know what you came away with too.
Mark:
Nirvana– Hormoaning 12″
Fleet Foxes– Helplessness Blues/Grown Ocean 12″
Sonic Youth-Whore’s Moaning 12″
Black Angels-Another Nice Pair 12″
Beth Ditto-EP 12″
Dio- 12″ picture disc
Bruce Springsteen-Gotta Get The Feeling/Racing In The Street 10″
Although I’m still devising my strategy for the big day tomorrow, I do have my list of most wanted Record Store Day releases. Since I’m sharing mine, how about you share me yours in the comments?
Big Star– Third (Test Pressing Edition)
Bruce Springsteen– Gotta Get The Feeling b/w Racing In The Street 7″
As mentioned in the Candy Golde interview post, we have two copies of their new EP on 10″ vinyl we are giving away!
This EP features four original songs plus a cover of Paul Simon’s “Boy In The Bubble”. Limited to only 5000 pressings, this is surely to be a collector’s item.
In order to win a copy before it’s street date on 5/10/11, all you need to do is comment on this post and we’ll select two winners (U.S. and Canada residents only) this Friday (4/15). What a nice little present courtesy of TVD right before Record Store Day!
Here’s an mp3 of “Trouble’s Coming Down” for you to enjoy in the meantime.
