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Stars of the Lid’s Brian McBride has died

“I am deeply saddened to tell everyone that Brian McBride has passed away,” Stars of the Lid’s Adam Wiltzie wrote. “I loved this guy & he will be missed.”

SXSW announces third round of 2015 showcasing artists

SXSW, which happens March 17-22 in Austin, TX, has announced its third round of 2015 showcasing artists. (Here’s round 1 and round 2.) It’s a big update, with over 500 new additions, including Amason, Frog Eyes, Palma Violets, Girl Band, Pity Sex, Sheer Mag, Kate Tempest, THEESatisfaction, Viet Cong, Matthew E…