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ACL Fest: Meet the bands - Nakia and his Southern Cousins
Music Source: How do you plan to cope with Austin summer heat, will it cramp your onstage style?
Nakia: Well, to be honest with you I sweat a lot on stage. Hot or cold. Inside or outside. Rain or shine…I’ll be sweating. So not much else to do but what I always do…Drink LOTS of water!
What other bands are you looking forward to seeing at the festival?
In no particular order: Beck, Elizabeth Wills, David Byrne, Iron & Wine, Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, and more than I can probably name right now.
What’s the last CD you paid full price for?
You mean actual CD? From Waterloo? Not iTunes? Hmmm… “Mad Dogs & Englishmen” by Joe Cocker - Amazing record.
What’s the one thing you can’t live without on your tour bus/van?
That’s simple… Radio.
When you think of Texas music, who or what is the first thing that comes to your mind?
Not trying to sound too nostalgic here, but probably the “Austin City Limits” series on PBS. I grew up watching that in Alabama and so in my mind - as a kid - that was Texas music.
Do you have a celebrity crush you’re willing to reveal?
You’re naughty! I am SUCH A FANBOY and have WAY TOO MANY to name, but I wouldn’t dare spill my guts to you!
What’s the one song you’ve always wanted to cover but never have?
“Baby I’m A Star” by Prince. That song is filled with so much raw energy and emotion and it just really moves me.
What’s the one thing everyone should do before leaving Austin?
You mean besides see Nakia & His Southern Cousins live? (We play with the South Austin Jug Band at Momo’s the Thursday before ACL.) Oh… Well… I usually always take out-of-towners straight to Threadgill’s and throw down on some hot, fresh rolls. Seriously? Have you had those? They are like crack made of yeast and flour doughy goodness. Oh I need a fix now!
(Photo by Amanda Klauss)
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By kingkirbythegreatoftexas
September 6, 2008 10:39 AM | Link to this
Yay for Nakia. He is a great singer, and always puts on a great live show. I can’t wait for him at ACL. It’s going to be so much fun.