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Beats ‘n’ Treats Music Festival coming soon
It’s always gratifying to see a young artist secure his footing. Carson Barker, after a rough start in writing and music, has not only helped establish his act, Rattletree Marimba, but he’s also building recognition for Open Labs, the Austin company that manufactures musical keyboards.Carson met me for sushi at Maiko to preview the upcoming Beats ‘n’ Treats Musical Festival. Inside and outside at the Mohawk on Oct. 24-25, it will feature acts such as DJ Veedub, Blackolicus and CTRL. Obviously, the fest will also showcase Open Labs’ products.
Founder and chairman Victor Wong is giving away his personal gold NeKo keyboard — valued at $24,000 — as part of the Gold Rush Beat Competition. Sounds tempting to enter a contest for an instrument like the ones used by Timbaland, Morris Hayes (Prince) and Lil Jon.
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