Festival review: Diving into the 'land of many bands' at SXSW 2013 with Polyphonic Spree, Ra Ra Riot, JC Brooks & the Uptown Sound, Tracorum, So Many Dynamos, Earl Sweatshirt, Big K.R.I.T., Beach Fossils, Eagles of Death Metal and more, March 12-13
In Austin, "live music capital of the world," one will find music and a crowd no matter where he or she goes during SXSW: people line every street and bands wanting an extra show occupy sidewalks. Open bar windows let the sound spill out to make damn sure everybody knows there's another gig to be enjoyed.
Charting the Music: Ra Ra Riot, 'Beta Love'
A little less Arcade Fire and a little more Passion Pit, Ra Ra Riot leaves the cellist behind and travels into synth territory with "Beta Love."
Song of the day: 'Beta Love' by Ra Ra Riot
"Beta Love" by Ra Ra Riot somehow blends sky-high crooning, synthed-out strings, popped-out synths, bubbling bass and absolutely party-ready beats. It's an indie dance-pop lover's single come true.
Best of 2011: Top 25 Live at KDHX photos
KDHX hosted over 200 in-studio sessions this year, and our volunteer photographers kept up with all the action.
Ra Ra Riot 3/15/11
Ra Ra Riot's music blends the bouncy Bowie and Byrne vibrations of the '80s and the progressive pop refinement of the New Pornographers and Bloc Party. But don't think the quintet stops there.
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Since 1902: Slightly Elevated
Tue June 18Since 1902 is a St. Louis indie rock band who recently released their latest album, Slightly Elevated. The band records and produces most of their music at home, and draws from influences across genres. Their new album combines dreamy and relatable lyrics with catchy percussion and layered guitar tones to draw the listener in from start to finish. Click here to download "Our Front Yard" from Slightly…
The Maness Brothers present their debut album 'Grief Factory'
Mon June 10Dave and Jake Maness of The Maness Brothers stopped by the KDHX studio to talk about their new album 'Grief Factory'. Click here to download their song River…
