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Austin at SXSW: Dexter Freebish
You might know Austin quartet Dexter Freebish from their hit single ‘Leaving Town.’ This radio favorite launched the band to a national level and scored them a record contract with Capitol Records in 1999. However the road to success turned out to be as tumultuous as the band’s namesake — a Houston roller-coaster (now defunct) named “The Dexter Freebish Electric Roller Ride.” The partnership between Capitol and the band only lasted until 2004, which eventually led to the group taking a hiatus in 2005. The band regrouped in 2008, and bassist Chris Lowe informed us that this will be the band’s first appearance at SXSW since 1999. Welcome them back to the festival at their official showcase at Opal Divine’s Freehouse on Saturday, March 20 at 11 p.m.
Describe your sound. Pop, rock, dance, techno with melodic vocals, guitars & synthesizers.
What can SXSW attendees expect at your showcase? We’ve been on hiatus for close to five years, so we will be showcasing several of our new songs, as well as fan favorites from our past. Expect high energy, catchy songs, and weeping.
What other acts are you excited to check out? Shooter Jennings, She Wants Revenge, Jakob Dylan.
Are you planning to go to any panels? We never have before, but plan to this year. This is our first time to play SXSW in over 10 years, when we signed with Capitol Records at our 1999 showcase.
What are some Austin must-do or must-sees for out-of-towners? Go to Town Lake. Run 4 miles. Repeat.
Where do you like to hear live music, when it’s not SXSW? ACL, of course!
What’s your favorite ‘only in Austin’ thing to do? See live bands at great venues. While the Austin music scene has diminished somewhat from what it used to be (so many great venues that are gone…Liberty Lunch, Steamboat, Electric Lounge, etc.), we still have a great music scene compared to most cities. Such a diverse and great list of artists from Austin to see on any given night.
Finish this sentence: ‘Industry folks and visiting bands, while we love having you as guests of our city, please don’t…’ leave without spending all of your money. Help support the Austin economy & the Austin music scene.
Track and photo courtesy of Dexter Freebish.
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By Josh
March 7, 2010 12:45 AM | Link to this
Sounding really great, guys! Can’t wait for the new album!