A few weeks ago, I visited my home away from home in Austin for my seventh SXSW. Being back, I was reminded me of the city’s liveliness and its love for all art forms from film and music. From seeing Indigo De Souza from a church pew, dancing to Thee Sacred Souls at Willie Nelson’s ranch, and seeing Chicago’s psych rock band Divino Niño at a backyard house show in the Cherrywood neighborhood. SXSW gives artists a platform to be heard from unconventional settings with captivated audiences. Take a listen to this playlist to hear some of my favorite artists that I discovered.
Samm Henshaw at the Lush Showcase on Rainey Street
Georgia Harmer after our interview at a coffee shop called Merit
Festival goers making a stop at a food stand outside the Paste Magazine Showcase.
Divino Nino, Chicago psych rock band, played at Hall Johnson. This was one of the most impressive house shows I’ve been to in Austin.
Barrie at Hall Johnson house show.
Indigo De Souza at Central Presbyterian Church for the Audio Femme Showcase.
Indigo De Souza at Central Presbyterian Church for the Audio Femme Showcase.
Indigo De Souza at Central Presbyterian Church for the Audio Femme Showcase.
