The SXSW Film Fest is still going strong and most films have had their premiere, so now's the time to perk up your ears to figure out which repeat screenings you should catch. more ›

When James Murphy isn't running DFA Records, he's the mastermind behind the undeniably influential outfit known as LCD Soundsystem. At this point, most people have at least heard of Murphy and his dance punk project, but this kind of set is particularly interesting within the context of ACL, a festival that maintains is relevance largely due to its recognition of well-aged acts. It's nothing short of amazing that Murphy & Co. will perform at the same festival as Phish and The Eagles. more ›

Last night LCD Soundsystem rewarded a packed Stubb’s crowd with a set both captivating and occasionally profound—if this is old man music, then old men are awesome as hell. Leading off with a one-two punch of “Us and Them” and new single “Drunk Girls” (was its earliness in the set proof even they think it’s somewhat ridiculous?), and calling out Facebook during “Pow Pow,” James Murphy and his band played a tight, energetic set only infrequently punctuated by banter. Now if only some of that banter hadn’t suggested that, quite possibly, the new album is their last, and that they plan on hanging it up next year…that couldn’t be true, could it? more ›

MGMT is barely retreating out to sea only to have Stubb's taken over yet again (and, *scalper alert*, sold out yet again), this time by one of the few bands touring this year who'd maybe possibly perhaps rate higher on the "cool scale," LCD Soundsystem. The New York mavens, led by the always compelling James Murphy, are touring in support of their excellent new album, This Is Happening, which features songs reminiscent of what's worked for them in the past (see "Pow Pow" and the trance-inducingly awesome "Dance Yrself Clean"), as well as a nod towards the ironic singalong with first single "Drunk Girls." And we can tell you this for sure---we'll be there, no matter how long that damn line is. If you're realllllll lucky you'll win a free pair of tickets to go with your name in the entry box, located just after that jump..... more ›

New Release Tuesday is back, with more editor's picks on this week's most interesting and popular indie rock releases. There's a lot to look forward to this week at your favorite record store, including a vinyl reissue of Spoon's Kill the Moonlight, the Rangda album (another Drag City super group) and the Locust Peel Sessions CD / vinyl. Also, don't forget to go pick up your copy of Austin's own Woven Bones' In and Out and Back Again, which is officially available in stores today. All that being said, the one big, unavoidable and truly important release of this week is the new LCD Soundsystem. more ›

James Murphy, aka LCD Soundsystem, keeps himself pretty busy. When he's not recording his own music or remixing others, he's running the highly successful DFA record label. It's been a awhile since we had a new full length from LCD Soundsystem to get excited about, so when Murphy announced that This Is Happening would be coming out on May 18, the news was indeed buzzworthy. more ›

A popular dance-workout phenomenon that's been getting asses in shape in New York City and Chicago is now catching on in Austin. It's called the Dance Dance Party Party — think of it as a ladies-only, free-form, DIY Sunday night Rock the Casbah to help you work off that weekend of boozing. In their October/November issue, BUST magazine explains its appeal as bringing back that "giddy, uninhibited spirit of those bygone slumber parties, when you... more ›

Upon arriving around 2:50pm, we found quite a bit of chaos. An unfortunate propane tank explosion had injured four ACL staffers, so fire trucks, EMS vehicles, and golf carts were buzzing everywhere. Our tickets were stuck with a friend inside, so we found a shady tree and hung out until the dust settled around 3:15. We entered to the wafting notes of Peter, Bjorn, and John, who had attracted such a huge crowd we... more ›

With the 2007 Austin City Limits Music Festival set to take over the town shortly, it’s worthwhile to note that the music will naturally not be restricted to the fenced confines of Zilker Park. "Official" ACL-Fest after shows and sexy time aside, downtown should be bumping with a plethora of quality events. The wonderful folk from FactoryPeople and DFA Records present one such extravaganza on Friday at Red 7. The Outdoor Stage will feature quality... more ›

This morning marks the release of the ACL 2007 schedule grid. This is probably the most stressful day of the year for the avid ACL festivalgoer, as hopes of seeing every act one likes are dashed when seeing how many of your favorite bands are playing at the exact same time. It's impossible to program such a big festival without a couple of conflicts, but three stand out to us this year as particularly... more ›

There's really no way to talk about just one of the bands that's playing tonight at Emo's. Though not widely praised in Austin's rock-loving community, we think they're wonderful, each with its own fanciful and individual personality. Come early. Be loud. Stay late. Avoid the bathroom. Headlining the show are locals The Boxing Lesson, whose lo-fi and indie sounds "deserve more of a following" says The Chron. Also, you'll get another chance to see Tussle,... more ›

Saturday evenings at SXSW are usually a disappointment. Everyone is tired, bands are weary, and lines seem to be at a peak. Last year, our Saturday was completely transformed when we attended Hot Chip's showcase at The Parish. Despite some equipment troubles, the band's mix of electronics, enthusiasm, and tough-guy lyrics had the crowd dancing and roaring approval to the point that the floor quaked. Since then, the group have won NME's single of... more ›

· The Lord Imperial and The Young Adorable - aka DJ Starsign and John Angle - kick off the first ever Erotic City party at Nasty's on Saturday night. Dressed in silly disguises (Panda vs. Biker, and more), the diabolical deck dilettantes are spinning a night of electro-house, rock, new wave, funky disco, and hip hop, a la James Murphy (LCD Soundsystem), Larry Levan, Daft Punk, Metro Area, Can, P-Funk and - that's right -... more ›

By day, James Murphy is one-half of powerhouse indie label DFA Records, which has of late produced remix albums featuring the likes of Joy Division, The Rapture, Junior Senior, Gorillaz and N.E.R.D. But at night he's better known as LCD Soundsystem, purveyor of some of the hottest dance-punk disco remixes we've heard in quite some time. When his eagerly awaited album finally shipped this February, critics hailed it as "exceptional", saying that Murphy "pushes... more ›

M O N D A Y [ 2 4 ] Happy United Nations Day! music · Coheed & Cambria, Dredg, mewithoutYou and Blood Brothers at Stubb's music · Elizabeth McQueen and Jason Roberts - of Asleep at the Wheel - hold court at Threadgill's (8pm) film · The Austin Film Festival at various venues around town (Through Thursday) books · Tram Nguyen discusses We Are All Suspects Now, her investigation into the "human cost of... more ›