Gogol Bordello have the unique distinction of being New York based but Eastern European inspired indie musicians, playing something called Gypsy Punk, but actually having some songwriters from the region. Their latest album, Super Taranta!, was released earlier this summer and features the sort of loud and raucous punk fans have come to love since the band's inception in 1999. A Russian violinist, a Russian accordionist, an Israeli guitarist, an Ethiopian bassist and an... more ›

Trent Summar’s story-telling capabilities and straight-up country sound drive his latest album, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades. His music has been covered by artists such as Jack Ingram (who scored a hit with his adaptation of Summar’s “Love You”) while Summar has also collaborated with country stars like Pat Green. (They co-wrote “Somewhere Between Texas And Mexico” off Green’s Lucky Ones record.) Summar fronted the band Hank Flamingo prior to working with The New Row Mob.... more ›

An Eastern European sweet bun made from yeasted dough with a fruit, meat, or poppy seed filling. Ding! What is a Kolache, Alex? Huh, what is it with Texas and Kolaches? There is a festival in Caldwell, The Czech Stop in West, TX is famous for 'em, and here in Austin they seem to be popping up everywhere. Two stores we've been to -- Lonestar Kolaches (on 38th and Lamar) and The Kolache Shoppe... more ›