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Austin at SXSW: Zlam Dunk
At The Drive-In meets Daft Punk? That’s a hefty claim. Zlam Dunk sound engineer Jason Buntz came up with this clever comparison, and upon several listens, the similarities between the groups do become apparent. Their electronic punk rock sound could be a refreshing addition to this year’s alternative music offerings at SXSW. The San Marcos band wants you to dance like there’s no tomorrow at their official SXSW showcase Saturday, March 20 at 7 p.m. at B.D. Riley’s. The guys will also play several other day parties and shows, so if you don’t get your fill of dance-punk the first time, check out our side parties database, or list of side parties to find out where else you can see them rock out. Ross Bennett and Daniel Vega answered our SXSW questions via e-mail.
Describe your sound. Our sound is something that almost everyone describes differently. We call it dance-punk. The unholy alliance of dance and punk music. Both shine through in our studio efforts as well as our live show. We have been compared to bands like Passion Pit, to the likes of bands such as Murder City Devils. Recently in the studio, our engineer Jason “Computer Boy” Buntz, said we sound like At The Drive In meets Daft Punk.
What can SXSW attendees expect at your showcase? Attendees can expect one of the rowdiest, most intense dance sessions they have ever encountered. They can expect a full fledged party attack. Hopefully they will be ready.
What other acts are you excited to check out? I am excited for Freelance Whales, Local Natives, Classixx, Minus the Bear, and Fang Island just to say a few!
Are you planning to go to any panels? There are several panels that we plan to attend. This is our first year as an official artist, so we plan to take advantage of everything we can.
What are some Austin must-do or must-sees for out-of-towners? Must go to Barton Springs, or some sort of natural body of water. That is really most important. There are so many good places to eat and drink that everything else is preference!
Where do you like to hear live music, when it’s not SXSW? Emo’s has my history. The Parish is beautiful and a great experience. There’s good shows at Mohawk too, but I have to feel extra hip to make it out there.
What’s your favorite ‘only in Austin’ thing to do? Probably things that are unimportant to visitors… since they aren’t from here. But I do like that newish place Frank. Go get a delicious hot dog.
Complete this sentence: ‘Industry folks and visiting bands, while we love having you as guests of our city, please don’t…’ run over cyclists, leave your trash, cigarette/beer cans everywhere, be rude to the wonderful people working at all of these amazing venues/ please don’t trash the places we play/ think you are awesome for being here and being in a band. Everyone else is in a band too :)
Tracks and photo (above) courtesy of Zlam Dunk.
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By Shawn (BC)
March 4, 2010 11:05 AM | Link to this
Congrats guys, you really deserve it! Can’t wait to see you at SXSW!
By Jordan
March 4, 2010 10:04 PM | Link to this
I like this comparison a lot more than previous ones. Do go out of your way to watch this band at SXSW. They’re more than worth the time!
By Jason Buntz
March 5, 2010 2:42 AM | Link to this
I did mention At the Drive In when I was trying to figure out what you sound like, but for the record, I think I said Daft Punk meets Hot Water Music! Maybe some At the Drive In and Gang of Four too. Whatever it is, it kinda rules.