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ACL Fest: Meet the Bands - Brandon Rhyder
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Austin Music Source: Generally, how would you describe your music?
Brandon Rhyder: Country music.
How do you plan to cope with Austin summer heat? Will it cramp your onstage style?
“Cope” is the right word in Texas, but we’re used to it. Playing shows outdoors seems to be all we do during the festival season. Bring it on.
What other bands are you looking forward to seeing at the festival?
Dylan, Kelly Willis, and REK
What’s the last CD you paid full price for?
I downloaded Keith Urban’s new CD online at full cost with liner notes. $8.99
What’s the one thing you can’t live without on your tour bus/van?
Cell phone. the lifeline to the business and personal world.
When you think of Texas music, who or what is the first thing that comes to your mind?
A scene that doesn’t exist anywhere else in the U.S.A. It’s a wonderful place to hone your craft and create art.
Do you have a celebrity crush you’re willing to reveal?
I love Allison Krauss
What’s the one song you’ve always wanted to cover but never have?
“Trouble” by Elvis.
What’s the one thing everyone should do before leaving Austin?
Check out downtown.
Brandon Rhyder plays on the Brandon Rhyder BMI stage from 12:40 to 1:20 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 16.
Web site: myspace.com/brandonrhyder
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