Andy Clockwise has a dark husky voice backed with guitar riffs, each song seems to showcase a different sound, from orchestral strings to new wave synths to disco drum beats. From Wikipedia: Andy Clockwise (Born Andy Kelly) is an Australian-born musician, performer, writer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Andy currently resides in Los Angeles. …
Declan McKenna does indie rock right, polished sounds with emotive vocals and lyrics! From Wikipedia: Declan McKenna (born 24 December 1998) is a British singer, songwriter, and musician best known for winning the Glastonbury Festival’s Emerging Talent Competition in 2015. His first single, the self-released “Brazil”, reached number one on …
Magic Giant knocks out huge indie folk bangers! From bio: NPR proclaimed, “This L.A. indie-folk band has a festival anthem on its hands,” and since then MAGIC GIANT has moved bodies and souls in over thirty cities across North America this year. They have sold out legendary venues ranging from the Troubadour …
Bronze Radio Return performed a extraordinary concert, walking the fine line of alternative, dance and folk. Hints of each of theses sounds made for a perfect balance of truly enjoyable live music! The crowd was feeling the vibe too, enthusiastically singing along and moving their asses. This is near the …
We interviewed one of our SXSW 2016 Top 20 artists, The Accidentals. Be sure to catch them as many times as possible during SXSW. How old were you when you started The Accidentals? Katie: It all started in the mid 90’s when our parents decided to birth us. Sav: Then …
Overcoats are a folk/electro duo with a fresh sound, spectacular vocals and stunning harmonies. About: Overcoats is New York-based female duo Hana Elion and JJ Mitchell. Their sound captivates, combining electronic backdrops with soaring, harmonic intimacy — a sort of Chet Faker meets Simon & Garfunkel. Overcoats’ songs draw strength from vulnerability, finding uplifting …
Sweet Spirit is not the band that you would expect sandwiched between two post-punk rock bands but they owned it and the stage. Sabrina (lead vocals) acknowledge the difference but still threw down the indie disco party that Sweet Spirit is known for. They are a staple of the Austin music …
The Digital Wild’s hip hop influenced indie rock got the crowd moving opening a Red Bull Sound Select show in Austin. Chantell’s silky vocals enthralled the uninitiated and didn’t disappoint the those that had already fallen in love with the band. The Digital Wild’s hustle is real, they will be performing many shows …
The SXSW 2016 Top 20 is incredible artists in an eclectic mix of genres. From EDM to bluegrass it’s all here. We are adding more artists as SXSW add more to the lineup check back or follow along on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter! Andy Clockwise (Electronic) has a dark husky voice backed with …
