SXSW is increasingly important in the musical calendar, with BBQs and beer causing havoc around Austin, and this year saw a crop of [PIAS] bands make a splash.
Free Blood
We've been fans of these guys for a while, and their early EPs make compelling listening. Seems like everyone else is starting to catch on too!
http://strangeglue.com/news/sxsw-2008-live-free-blood/1472
White Denim
They stormed their hometown at SXSW, with the crowds increasing each time they played! The NME love them!
http://www.nme.com/news/sxsw/35217
http://www.nme.com/news/sxsw/35095
Enter Shikari
In my opinion still the best live band in the UK, the relentless march of world domination continues, with an almost endless touring schedule! SXSW saw them confounding expectations and making lots of new friends!
http://strangeglue.com/news/sxsw-2008-live-enter-shikari
Neon Neon
A concept album? A supergroup? More than that ... A unique live show, and arguably the finest album of 2008 so far. Next stop Sonar!
http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article3591807.ece
Yeasayer
An integral part of the "brookyln explosion" along with Vampire Weekend. Yeasayer are simply amazing live, transforming "All Hour Cymbals" into a unique and cinematic experience. The band recently blew minds at the ICA in London, and SXSW was another triumph!
http://music.download.com/8301-5_32-9894094-13.html
Pigeon Detectives
Another year another SXSW triumph for the Pigeon Detectives ... We have the new album and its awesome! Watch this space for more news.
http://www.nme.com/news/sxsw/35188
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