Ahead of tonight's show at The Accord, Austin caught up with vocalist and guitarist Barry Johnson about the band's new album, the value of “authenticity” in the recording process, and how current tour mates propelled the band into existence.
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Purity Ring: a beginner’s guide
Purity Ring is coming to Canopy Club this Monday, and if you're not a fan of the group yet, Austin has a three-step plan to fandom mapped out that will put you well on your way.
Rebecca Rego & the Trainmen bend genres on Lay These Weapons Down
Austin reviews Rebecca Rego and the Trainmen’s outstanding upcoming release, Lay These Weapons Down, in advance of their album release show at Cowboy Monkey this Friday.
Now I Know How Joan of Arc Felt: an interview with Tim Kinsella
Austin spoke with Tim Kinsella of Joan of Arc about the band’s collaborative, communal approach to writing and being; KISS as the gold standard of musical prowess; and the origin of the band’s name, ahead of their show at The Accord on Saturday.
Harmonies and memories with Foxing’s Josh Coll
Austin speaks with Foxing's Josh Coll about being an attendee of The Pygmalion Festival back in 2007, ahead of his performance as a featured artist at this year's festival on September 23rd.
Matthäus premieres new music, talks trip to Champaign
Matthäus, comprised of former U of I music students, debut new track “Lower Goshen Park”, and Austin spoke with frontman Ben Montalbano about the band's origin, where they draw inspiration, and what we can expect at Friday's show.
Teenage Ghosts return with new EP, REVELATIONS
The band Teenage Ghosts released one short EP in 2011. Now, the shoegaze/drone trio has returned with REVELATIONS, on Heirship Records.
Finer Feelings celebrate Dog Band album release
Finer Feelings hosted an album release show at Cowboy Monkey with an all-star alt-country bill, comprised of Rebecca Rego and the Trainmen, Penny Horses, Nick Rainey, and of course, Finer Feelings.