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Austin at SXSW: Brownout
Trying to fit Austin band Brownout into a single genre of music is a task even the most accomplished music connoisseurs might find difficult. The nine-member band is comprised of members from another Austin favorite, Grupo Fantasma, and you might also recognize some of them from previous bands such as Blimp and the Blue Noise Band. Similarly to the way in which their pedigree is blended, Brownout excels in weaving together many different stylistic elements from Latin funk and Motown to psychedelic rock, to create a truly unique and exciting sound. The first release Homanje, was a local hit, winning the Austin Music Award for Best Latin Contemporary Band in 2008. Check out the band’s fourth appearance at SXSW this year at the Scoot Inn, for their official showcase on Thursday, March 18 at 8:20 p.m. Guitar player Beto Martinez shared his thoughts and recommendations for SXSW 2010.
Describe your sound. Funk with elements of Latin music.
What can SXSW attendees expect at your showcase? A high energy show featuring nine musicians, lots of percussion, horn section and dual guitars. Music you can get down to, or stand and stare at.
What other acts are you excited to check out? Camp Lo, High on Fire, Timber Timbre, Weedeater and a whole bunch of stuff you ain’t never heard of. I probably won’t get to see anyone, actually.
Are you planning to go to any panels? Nope.
What are some Austin must-do or must-sees for out-of-towners? Barton Springs. Drinking beer all day and passing out in the hot, hot sun. Oh yeah, SXSW.
Where do you like to hear live music, when it’s not SXSW? Outside.
What’s your favorite ‘only in Austin’ thing to do? Wear cowboy boots with shorts and yell, “Keep Austin Weird.”
Industry folks and visiting bands, while we love having you as guests of our city, please don’t… Puke at the foot of my car door or at my foot.
Tracks and photo courtesy of Brownout.
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