Accidental Playlist: SXSW 2012 2nd Edition

I am belatedly getting out the second edition of my SXSW 2012 preview playlists! This list features great artists like The Barr Brothers, The Greatcoats, Yukon Blonde, Wild Child, Cowboy and Indian, Anna Nalick, and many more. Check it out!

Songs for SXSW 2012 2nd edition

The Greatcoats at Frank

I have always had a thing for underdogs. I get it from my dad, and it's this love that has me rooting for bands like The Greatcoats. They are a group out of Austin who quickly found their way into my heart during their performance on Friday night at Frank and I doubt they will be leaving any time soon. They put on a high energy show that showed off their talent, polished sounds and explosive energy. This is definitely a group worth catching around town and at SXSW. 

Concerts and Happenings This Weekend in Austin

Amplified Heat will be playing Friday night at Beerland on Red River. They are a classic hard rock sounding group with gritty vocals. They sound like the kind of group that is great live. They will be playing this year at SXSW, so this is a chance to catch them ahead of time.




Austin group, The Greatcoats have an EP release party this Friday at Frank. Their EP is offered as a free download on their website, so check it out and then go catch them live this weekend.


Still Young by the Greatcoats

Also on Friday night, Balmorhea will be playing a show at The Parish. This group weaves deep, rich, beautiful instrumentals. With all of the weekend music choices, this might be my Friday pick.

BALMORHEA - NightSquall by rocktympans

New Music From The Greatcoats

The Greatcoats are a band out of Austin, TX with a new EP for free download on their site. Their sound is super catchy and delightfully danceable. Their 1960's Brit pop influence in their music is clear. They remind me of a peppier version of Alex Turner. They will be playing a release party in January here in Austin. Be sure to check them out!

Find Someone Else by the Greatcoats