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Festival Coverage
I still remember my first South By So What?! Music Festival experience as if it were yesterday. As a longtime fan of mostly alternative, heavy and progressive rock bands, I happily accepted the opportunity to cover SBSW 2014. Third String Productions, a company based in Plano,TX, is now in their 10th year of bringing some […]
Social Culture
The work of Alex Overfelt is terrifyingly gruesome – it’s the stuff that your nastiest nightmares are made of, but it’s the type of terror you can’t help but become enticed by. His art show in Dallas’s artsy neighborhood of Deep Ellum was the perfect exhibit to show off this young artist’s staggering skills.
Electronic
New Orleans is a city famous for its rich culture of music, art and spirit; BUKU Music + Arts Project is a cultural celebration held in the Big Easys’ burgeoning Warehouse District that truly captures the heart of Nola’s charm. The festival’s home of Mardi Gras World weaves a unique ambience around the fests’ artistic happenings, as […]
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Electronic
As SXSW came to a close and the streets of Austin began to settle from the leftover traces of chaos, we met with producer Nicholas Alvarado, better known as Pumpkin, for an interview. We decided to meet over sushi, and Austin’s notably delicious Piranha Killer seemed a perfect fit. His flawless mixing, impeccable song selection […]
![[Artist Interview] Lionfight at South By So What?! 2014](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/lionfight.png?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
While covering this year’s South By So What?! Music Festival in Grand Prairie, TX, we came across Lionfight, a Chicago, Illinois group whose unique style of speed metal has them taking off in 2014. Combining the talents of bassist Bryan Cole, drummer Peter Dornowski, guitarist Akash Hans and vocalist Nick Astacio, they deliver exactly what […]
![Who Needs A Badge? CYM’s Favorite Unofficial Moments of SXSW 2014 [Festival Review]](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/SXXXSW.jpg?resize=551%2C290&ssl=1)
Festival Coverage
The craziness that is South By South West took the city of Austin by storm last week. The festival has grown exponentially, now in its 28th year, and although it is experiencing some growing pains, it continues to be a staple in Austin’s creative community. SXSW is a unique event in many aspects; much like […]
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Festival Coverage
Austin, Texas has always been an oasis for rising musicians, but there aren’t many big rappers that come to mind…yet. Kydd Jones is on a mission to get the ATX hip-hop scene on the map where it belongs, and Jones will be on top of it. Listening to his unique compositions and raw lyrics, you’ll […]
![[Photo Gallery] Bagheera Interview | Red Bull Sound Select | SXSW 2014](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/DSC07651.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
Bagheera (who are now known as Wrestlers as of August 2014) are an electronic duo hailing from Houston, TX. Consisting of Aidan Kennedy and David Elkin, the two producers blend genres seamlessly such as disco, R&B and House. Their live performances are energetic and soulful, bringing to mind an American version of Disclosure. Bagheera has […]
![[Artist Interview] DRRTYWULVZ from Austin, TX](https://i0.wp.com/composeyourselfmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/560083_653033838074742_308471380_n.jpg?resize=600%2C375&ssl=1)
Electronic
DRRTYWULVZ is the electronic brainchild of Austin-based producer Levi Witt. Imaginary is the budding producer’s sophomore EP, and its full of unique basslines, uplifting melodies, and downtempo ambience. The 6-track EP exemplifies the producer’s versatility, as it’s appropriate for both the dance floor and reflection at the end of the night. I got the chance […]
Electronic
Beats Antique is a musical outfit like you’ve never experienced. Seamlessly blending genres from around the world, they’ve created their own unique fusion of gypsy-soul funk. Composed of drummer Tommy Cappell, violinist David Satori and belly dancer Zoe Jakes, the band is revered for their mind-blowing live performances. Lose yourself in their set at the […]