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KYDD Interview: SXSW 2010

KYDD (Randall Jones) is a musician from Texas who works in a hip, Kanye-West-influenced vein of rap and hip-hop. KYDD's mixture of genres and styles serve an alternative, modern sensibility, reflected in the fact that his singles, videos and mix-tapes have been met with a groundswell of internet support. He will be bringing his sound to this ...

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FIGO Interview: SXSW 2010

New York City's FIGO combine electronic, house and punk music to create a uniquely intense, pulse-pounding sound. Sidelining as a DJ crew, the band has earned a strong and devoted fan-base since forming in 2005. Spinner spoke with programmer Ryan Jones on the eve of the group's SXSW appearance. Describe your sound in your own words. Electro ...

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General Fiasco Interview: SXSW 2010

General Fiasco is an indie rock band from Northern Ireland. The group was formed in 2007 by brothers Owen and Enda Strathern and friend Stephen Leacock. Their style of guitar-driven rock is influenced by American bands including Weezer and The Strokes. They'll be performing at SXSW and Spinner had the chance to talk with them before the festival. ...

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Angry Vs. the Bear Interview: SXSW 2010

Angry Vs. the Bear is a self-described "electro pop-punk" band from Colchester, England. Their unique sound mixes elements 80's pop and disco, among other genres, and are hoping to stand out at SXSW this year. Describe your sound in your own words. Frantic, noisy, disfunctional electro-pop. How did your band form? We formed a year ...

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Sylvia Patricia Interview: SXSW 2010

Sylvia Patricia is a Brazilian singer-songwriter whose music combines bossa nova, rock and folk. A talented guitarist and pianist, Patricia writes songs that are soulful meditations about her life in and out of Brazil. Spinner caught up with Patricia in anticipation of her upcoming appearance at SXSW. Describe your sound in your own words. I ...

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