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Top bands performing at SXSW music festival 2008
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R.E.M. Live 2CD/1DVDR.E.M. Live 2CD/1DVD by Rem
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R.E.M. will perform a special showcase at the SXSW 2008 festival. R.E.M. are rock legends from Athens, Georgia and have a new album entitled “Accelerate,” due April 1 on Warner Brothers Records.
The Beat/The Kids Are the SameThe Beat/The Kids Are the Same by Paul Collins' Beat
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The Beat formed in 1977, appeared on the Caddyshack motion picture soundtrack, touring and recording new material throughout the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s. Paul Collins' Beat release the all-new studio album "Ribbon Of Gold" during SXSW 2008.
Fried My Little BrainsFried My Little Brains by The Kills
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The Kills are a garage rock band formed by American vocalist Alison "VV" Mosshart and British guitarist Jamie "Hotel" Hince. The Kills play indie rock, garage rock, lo-fi and post-punk revival.
SmokeSmoke by White Williams
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White Williams features lead singer Joe Williams, from the Cleveland DIY scene. The band's synth sound and breazy vocals on the new album "Smoke" have been compared to that of Beck, T. Rex and Brian Eno.
The BeatThe Beat by The Paul Collins' Beat
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This album is produced by The Doors' legendary producer Bruce Botnick. Paul Collins' Beat play garage, folk and pop rock and roll in the style of The Byrds, MC5 and The Stooges. In his 30+ year career, Paul Collins has toured with The Ramones, The Cure, The Police, The Jam, Devo, and many more.
Falling Off the Lavender BridgeFalling Off the Lavender Bridge by Lightspeed Champion
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UK indie rock/folk rock band Lightspeed Champion is the name of the new musical venture by ex-Test Icicle Devonte Hynes.
The Kids Are the SameThe Kids Are the Same by The Paul Collins' Beat
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A poster of The Paul Collins' Beat's self-titled first album can be seen in the opening credits of TV show "WKRP In Cincinnati". The album "The Kids Are The Same" was recorded at Twentieth Century Fox Music Scoring Stage during a Musician's Union strike against the motion-picture and television industries. The Beat is the only Rock and Roll group to record in this historic studio.
And I Feel Fine... The Best of The I.R.S. Years 1982-1987And I Feel Fine... The Best of The I.R.S. Years 1982-1987 by R.E.M.
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R.E.M. features Michael Stipe, Peter Buck and Mike Mills. They are categorized as alternative rock, college rock and jangle pop. In 2007, the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
To Beat or Not to Beat/Long Time GoneTo Beat or Not to Beat/Long Time Gone by Paul Collin's Beat
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Contains the hit singles All Over The World and Always Got You On My Mind, both released as radio singles and music videos on MTV and worldwide music networks during the 1980s. Watch classic Paul Collins' Beat music videos on MTV2 and VH1 Classic, or catch their live concert at SXSW 2008!
Backwoods BarbieBackwoods Barbie
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Country legend Dolly Parton has penned classic songs such as "Jolene," "Coat of Many Colors," and her mega-hit "I Will Always Love You." The American singer/ songwriter’s new album BACKWOODS BARBIE will be released on Feb 5. and is her first mainstream country album in 17 years.
WarpaintWarpaint by The Black Crowes
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The Black Crowes will perform at SXSW '08 in support of their new studio album "WARPAINT," marking their first release in 7 years.
TransformerTransformer by Lou Reed
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Lou Reed will be the keynote speaker at the 2008 South By Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference and Film Festival. Reed will kick off the 22nd annual music festival at the Austin Convention Center on March 13. A screening of 'Lou Reed's 'Berlin', a documentary film by Julian Schnabel, will be held in conjunction with the speech.
Trees Outside the AcademyTrees Outside the Academy by Thurston Moore
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The legendary Thurston Moore of Sonic Youth will also speak at SXSW.
The Very Best of Daryl Hall & John OatesThe Very Best of Daryl Hall & John Oates by Hall & Oates
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Daryl Hall of Hall & Oates will also speak at SXSW 2008
The LemonheadsThe Lemonheads by The Lemonheads
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The Lemonheads are set to perform SXSW 2008. Led by Evan Dando, The Lemonheads are a legendary American alternative rock band who formed in 1986.