As Austin’s beloved three-piece indie outfit White Denim prepare to drop their next album, D, in late May, they’ve generously gifted fans with a web-exclusive freebie -- an hour long mixtape. This springtime treat reflects the band’s influences with tracks in the mix by Lee Hazlewood, Hank Williams Jr., Emmylou Harris, Triangle, Ernesto Djedje, and Eddie Callahan (full tracklist on Gorilla vs. Bear). It also follows suit with the seasonal appropriateness of The Last Day Of Summer, a free 12-song EP released in September featuring the overflow of their forthcoming album. more ›

Texas-based music blog Gorilla vs. Bear is teaming with Mexican Summer Records to throw yet another kick-ass party at SXSW 2010. The day party starts at noon on Friday, March 19 at Klub Krucial, on 6th St. next to Emo's. Expect to dance with The Golden Filter and Dum Dum Girls and drift away with some lo-fi bossa nova beats from Sandwitches sandwiched in between. The evening show will wrap up the night with some hot headliners: Real Estate, Memory Tapes and Washed Out. Here's what you need about the party, straight from the Gorilla's mouth: "The day party is FREE and open to the public (NO badge/wristband required), while the evening showcase is an official SXSW event. Unforunately, jj has canceled their daytime appearances, but we've more than made up for it by adding a few great new groups: the Golden Filter, the Bitters, and Small Black appearing as Washed Out's backing band." Lineup after the jump: more ›

Though it’s been years and years and years since their debut (back in the days when Live was one of the world’s most relevant bands), they’ve recently brought their practically-mythologized live show back on the road, and the early bird crowd at Mohawk on Friday was damn lucky for it. more ›

Some good news for folks looking for free music, beer and good times during SXSW music: Gorilla vs Bear's annual Gorilla vs Booze party has been announced, and the lineup isn't anything to sneeze at. more ›

Because we love you so very much, we've gone ahead and put together a special mini-site dedicated to this year's SXSW Festival. more ›

Following up on the tremendous success of last month's inaugural showcases (featuring White Denim and Peel), the Mohawk Residency Series returns in June to feature two more exciting local indie acts. Low Line Caller (with Marc Ferrino) and Tree Wave will each headline alternating Tuesday nights. The Residency Series is presented by Hot Freaks andGorilla vs. Bear, and sponsored by KEXP, The Onion, And/Or Gallery (Dallas), and yours truly. June 5 Low Line Caller with... more ›

After their phenomenally successful two-day party during SXSW, the good folks of Hot Freaks! have decided to start up a new monthly artist spotlight series at the Mohawk. Co-hosted by Seattle's beloved indie radio station, KEXP, music bloggers Gorilla Vs Bear, The Onion, and Austinist, the Mohawk Residency will showcase two hot Texas bands every month, with each band headlining on alternating Tuesday evenings. Inaugurating this new venture are Peel, whose latest album we lovingly... more ›

Austinist and Gothamist's second annual SXSW day party (co-hosted this year with Gorilla Vs Bear) was a resounding success, drawing a capacity crowd by the early afternoon. Austin Mayor Will Wynn made a surprise visit during Earl Greyhound's set, articulating the importance of cornerstone venues like The Mohawk on our city's live music scene and suggesting that Austin musicians need better access to healthcare. His speech garnered tremendous applause from the audience, which consisted... more ›

Rain or shine, our day party is definitely happening today, over at the Mohawk. We're also pleased to announce that Austin Mayor Will Wynn will be delivering a brief welcome address at approximately 1:30pm. Flyer by Justin Cox. Austinist, Gothamist, and Gorilla Vs Bear Proudly Present Gonna Gonna Get, Get Down! 2 Inside (11:50am) The Shivers (12:35pm) Tom Brosseau (1:20pm) Sparrow House (2:05pm) Teitur (2:50pm) Peter and the Wolf (3:35pm) Stars of Track and Field... more ›

We've gotten our hands on a bunch of tickets, guestlist spots, and assorted swag for several excellent parties happening during SXSW, and over the course of today we'll be giving these away. Check back every two hours hour for the newest giveaway contest -- each will only run until the next one is posted, so your chances at winning are pretty damn good. First up: two guestlist spots on the private balcony at our Austinist+Gothamist+Gorilla... more ›

Flyer by Justin Cox.Austinist, Gothamist, and Gorilla Vs Bear Proudly Present Gonna Gonna Get, Get Down! 2 Sets By Architecture in Helsinki (Australia) Apes and Androids (New York, NY) Nicole Atkins (Brooklyn, NY) Headlights (Champaign, IL) The Forms (Brooklyn, NY) Earl Greyhound (New York, NY) Loxsly (Austin, TX) Hello Stranger (Los Angeles, CA) The Shivers (New York, NY) Loney, Dear (Stockholm, Sweden) The Hourly Radio (Dallas, TX) Stars of Track and Field (Portland, OR)... more ›