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Austin at SXSW: Scorpion Child
Austin rockers Scorpion Child will contribute their interpretation of ’70s rock to the mixture of musical offerings at this year’s SXSW festival. The group has toured with the Reverend Horton Heat, Godsmack and the Cult, among others. If you need more ‘doomy riffs’ in your diet during the fest, go to the official SXSW showcase on Wednesday, March 17 at 11 p.m. at Encore. The group also will play a second show at Emo’s Jr., the date and time to be announced. Aryn Schwartz responded to our SXSW questions via e-mail.
Describe your sound. Early ’70s Heavy Psyche, and yes, done with a modern twist:)
What can SXSW attendees expect at your showcase? A heap of fun with a mixture of doomy riffs, high energy sweat rock, and unforgettably infectious melodious chants.
What other acts are you excited to check out? Cheap Trick (next best thing to Big Star, whom I missed a few years back).
Are you planning to go to any panels?Don’t know if there’s enough time.
What are some Austin must-do or must-sees for out-of-towners? Polvo’s margaritas, End of an Ear records, Charles Whitman’s UT tower.
Where do you like to hear live music, when it’s not SXSW? Mohawk. Emo’s Jr., Parish (pre-Bikini’s ownership), still wishing Red Eye Fly had a more diverse vibe because the stage is rad.
What’s your favorite ‘only in Austin’ thing to do? Greenbelt flowing! 80-85 degree temps.
Complete this sentence: ‘Industry folks and visiting bands, while we love having you as guests of our city, please don’t…’ Act a fool.
Tracks courtesy of Scorpion Child. Photo (above) by Alexandra Valenti.
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By Jimmy Rodriguez
March 7, 2010 5:31 PM | Link to this
Scorpion Child is a band that no one should miss. In the same way as Led Zepplin,Guns N’ Roses,and Nirvana, this band could go on to break down musical barriers,and be the next big breaking band in music. Please pay close attention to these guys at SXSW. I can’t be there because I live in DC,but everyone needs to capture this band before they take over the world.
By Angela Shugart
March 10, 2010 1:19 AM | Link to this
Take over the world indeed! S’Child sends sensual vibes through your body that rock your bones beginning to end, guaranteed. So make time to watch these 5 handsome gents put on amazing performances throughout SXSW. *