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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…

Richard Buckner released a new LP, touring (dates & streams)

Alt-country singer/songwriter Richard Buckner returned with a new album, Surrounded, which came out this past September via Merge. It’s a somber album, with thick, haunting atmospheres, and some rich vocal harmonies that add a comforting warmth to the whole thing too…

Mark Olson is on tour (dates)

Mark Olson @ Rockwood Music Hall in June (more by Kurt Christensen)These days, Olson said he’s focusing on his songcraft and on writing the best songs he can, and trying not to be overly concerned about the volatile nature of the music industry…