We've already told you about all the free parties to RSVP for and our suggested official showcases . Now, in my opinion, the most important part of the puzzle. Our 15 bands to watch out for in Austin. We love each and every one of these acts with all our hearts, and now it's time for you to share our passion. Who are your bands to watch for at SXSW this year? ----------------------- Givers ----------------------- Lafayette's Givers took [...]

40 days without beer & pasta... oh what's a carbaholic to do? MP3: Ace Reporter: Walk In The Park (Beach House) MP3: Yellow Ostrich: Fake Empire (The National) MP3: Hercules & The Love Affair: Shelter (XX) MP3: Guards: Taxi Cab (Vampire Weekend)
Two of my favorite young acts, Indian Rebound and Yellow Ostrich are up for Deli NYC's Artist Of The Month . Unfortunately, only one can win. At this time, it's a runaway race between Indian Rebound and Shenandoah and the Night. With voting ending on March 15th, it looks like Indian Rebound can use all the votes they can get in order to win. If you have a moment head to Deli NYC and give them a vote. It would be pretty cool to see a local act that we feature [...]
Mar 7, 2011, 1:12am
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Pilt via The Thought Experiment Yellow Ostrich - Tightrope (Yeasayer Cover) ( mp3 )
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I had only heard a handful of songs from Yellow Ostrich before I found out they were opening for Say Hi on some of his latest tour dates. If you had any plans to squeak in the front door before Eric Elbogen takes the stage, you might want to think again. Free mp3: Yellow Ostrich - Hate Me Soon Free mp3: Yellow Ostrich - WHALE Free mp3: Yellow Ostrich -Fake [...]

Please join us on Friday, March 18th for our 2nd annual SXSW Backyard BBQ going down once again at 3217 1/2 Hampton Rd. in Austin from Noon-7 . ( Directions: Ten minutes on the #10 bus Northbound. Stops at Brazos & 6th or Red River & 12th. Get off at the Red River/Harris stop. Left on Harris, left on Hampton. Or 5 minutes in a taxi.) We have assembled a line-up that we're incredibly excited about and will be serving up free bbq and [...]

Probably last post of the day. Incredible song by a great band here. Bibio makes a brilliant track by creating what i would consider the best intro to any song EVER...... With the great guitar intro comes a lot of pressure from the vinyl sounds at first of the sweet-sounding picking as we get eased into the vocal core of the track. I must say that Bibio shows up huge with this somewhat-recognizable (maybe because its been out for a while, or maybe because i love Bibio and have been listening for a while too) tune witha fun, captivating beat [...]

This has definitely been a week for blogging about bands we already know and love. Since they played my 2nd Anniversary Show, people have been blogging and tweeting up a storm about Yellow Ostrich, especially because of the Pianos residency. This is the last night of it, so it's a great opportunity to go out and support the band. You won't be disappointed by Alex Schaaf's vocal gymnastics if it's your first time seeing the band. And if it's your second or third? Well, then you already know that this young man is good enough for repeat viewings. [...]

We're excited to present the Rural Alberta Advantage at Mad Planet in Milwaukee on Wednesday, March 23rd and at the High Noon Saloon in Madison on Thursday, March 24th in support of their beautiful forthcoming release, Departing (March 1, Saddle Creek ). You can listen to the entire new record right now at Exclaim . Spin chats with Amy Cole and offers up an MP3 of "North Star." MP3: The Rural Alberta Advantage - [...]

My first thought after walking into the back area of pianos was how silent the room was (not including the egregiously loud music that floated through the door to the bar). My next thought, which continued to captivate me for the majority of the night, centered on what I heard coming from the stage. Rapt with attention, the crowd was heavily focused on the beautiful, delicate guitar and vocals coming from Strand of Oaks . Reminiscent of Sam Beam and others that need only a voice and simple melodies to create a [...]
It's the week following Valentine's Day, and if you're anything like us, you're currently in a half-off candy-fueled stupor. But President's Day, in all its diplomatic glory, is right around the corner, and the end of blizzard season might be finally in sight. We've got some great new music to celebrate whatever occasion you can come up with, including a new track from Panda Bear and a sample of the Dears' fifth album, out this week. Don't forget: right click + Save As to snag those suckers, or roll down to the bottom to get the whole thing. [...]
Bright Eyes - The People’s Key (Saddle Creek)*MP3: Bright Eyes - “Shell...
Yellow Ostrich's beautiful Fade Cave EP is being released on cassette by Cakes and Tapes (get it here). To help celebrate this glorious release Morgan Fortems has put together one beautiful... [go to the website to read the rest of the article, download mp3s and more]

Thanks to everyone who came out! Yellow Ostrich recently shared a Heart Playlist. Visit Mussels on Bandcamp. Visit Mammal Of Paradise at their official site. Like HolidayHoliday on Facebook. Photos by Amanda M Hatfield. [...]

See you @ Pianos. Purchase tix here. MP3: Yellow Ostrich - Libraries

Yellow Ostrich = Fog I was listening to music last night, and Mary by Yellow Ostrich came on. And I got to thinking what a priviledge it is to be able to witness the progression of artists like Alex. Going from a guy in NY who is prolifically putting out EP after EP, to finally getting recognized, and his music released, and a tour set up for him. It’s just a really gratifying feeling. The increasingly awesome Portuguese tape [...]

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SIDE A 1. Phosphorescent - Are You Ready For The Country? (Neil Young Cover) 2. Sweet Lights - One Day (Sharon Van Etten Cover) 3. Midlake - Am I Going Insane (Black Sabbath Cover) 4. Sarah Jaffe - Chelsea Hotel No. 2 (Leonard Cohen Cover) 5. Lower Dens - Dear Betty Baby (Mayo Thompson Cover) 6. Atlas Sound - I'll Be Your Mirror (The Velvet Underground Cover) 7. Hezekiah Jones - The [...]
Yellow Ostrich kicked off their month-long residency at Pianos in NYC last Thursday night and below, we have footage of the group performing The Mistress ' single "Whale." You can still pre-order your fancy yellow 12" of The Mistress here . Filed under: Music , WATCH THIS Tagged: live , Pianos NYC , residency , The Mistress , Whale , Yellow Ostrich