John K. Samson is the frontman for the Winnipeg folk-rock band the Weakerthans, and he was also in Propagandhi, which means he has punk rock cred for life. Provincial, his first solo album, is out…   Read Story »

Between all the video we're posting and every other site's A/V archives, this year's trip to Austin's easily and obviously the most archived South By yet. As mentioned, we'll have the rest of our…   Read Story »

Dinner time in Austin, time to munch tacos and figure the night sched. As the picture suggests, tonight's the night for Jens Lekman fans: y'all have two chances to catch the Swedish troubadour (Emo's…   Read Story »

We saw a lot yesterday, but more on that later. (For now: Islands, you rule.) Shaking off the cobwebs and the Shiners, we're getting ready to head back outside, so here are suggestions for what to…   Read Story »

So, we're pretty excited. Three days, great bands, free drinks all day, new club on 6th St. (right next door to Emo's). There go all your excuses not to be there. More info? This way... Here's…   Read Story »

First single from the Weakerthans' forthcoming, forth LP is a mellow affair, and it's the best new tune you'll hear today. It's all about the rimshots (a surefire sign the proceedings will remain on…   Read Story »

There's nothing better than having a good song about your hometown. The folks at ign.com put together a list of their "Top 10 Songs About Wonderful Cities," kicking off with a four-way tie at #10,…   Read Story »

This week sees the release of Greg Graffin's solo album Cold As The Clay. Its sound is rooted in old-timey Americana (half the songs are covers of traditional folk songs), which isn't so surprising…   Read Story »