15 Must-See Austin Artists at SXSW Music 2017

SXSW Music is my baby, and after listening to all 244 local bands playing official showcases, I whittled it down to 15 “must sees”. Spotify and video playlists are included for your listening enjoyment.

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Vigilante Gaming Bar’s Custom Touches Result in Tabletop Game Paradise

Enter a world of wizards, warriors, and Cards Against Humanity in this brand new Austin bar, designed specifically for tabletop gamers. Super fun!

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Dream Attics’ Fresh Indie-Electronic Sound Hits Austin Scene

More music writing! This piece tells the story of Dream Attics, a brand new electro-indie band who played their first ATX show a few weeks back. Read all about ’em!

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Retro Thunderdome – Shadowgate vs Deja Vu

Another Retro Thunderdome is is up on Skirmish Frogs for your reading pleasure! It’s a battle of NES point and click adventures sure to illicit waves of nostalgia for anyone who played these titles back in the day. Click the pic to read all about it!

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5 Great Restaurants Both Kids and Parents Will Enjoy (KXAN TV Appearance)

Me on TV again? Inconceivable! Watch me talk for a few minutes about local restaurants that both kids and parents will enjoy. Click the link (because I don’t know how to embed it).

 

http://kxan.com/2017/01/20/5-great-restaurants-both-kids-and-parents-will-enjoy/


Beer Lovers Seek Mort Subite for Sip of Belgium in Downtown Austin

I have respect for beer, and if you’re a pal of mine, I’m sure you do to. Check out my latest story for the The Austinot, a thirst-causing tale of a brand new Belgian beer bar. Enjoy!

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Your Pocketbook and Waistline Will Thanks You For This Holiday Recovery Plan

The holidays ave been absolutely brutal on my billfold and waistline. Here’s a systematic way of recharging your body and returning to post-holiday normalcy. Click the pic below to give it a read!

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7 Austin Desserts to Try Before Your New Year’s Resolution Kicks In

Anybody hungry for dessert? Check out some of my favorite ways to prep for your New Year’s Resolution!

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5 Ways to Winterize Your Austin Holiday Season

The Austin holiday season often doesn’t feel like the holidays. It’s tough to get into the spirit of the season with you’re wearing shorts and sandals. But there’s a cure! Here’s 5 Ways to Winterize Your Austin Holiday Season!

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St Elmo Brewing Co: Newest Beer Lover’s Hotspot in South Austin

Forget John Parr and bad Rob Lowe movies. St Elmo Brewing Co is a brand new player in the ATX beer scene. Stay thirsty, my friends.

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