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just added to the lineup: Papa Mali

tix avail here

Malcomb Holcombe followed by La Tampiquena, Curtis McMurtry and God’s Chosen People and Greg Schroeder

malcolm holcombe

go here to win a pair of tickets

also with Winter Wallace, Melanie Edwards and Pete Minda

and introducing From Where They Run  | early show Scott Warren

early show with Jeff Lofton/Vintage 15/Mason Reed

skyrocket staff fave: goudie’s “Hot Child in the City” (sample here)

“The group’s evolving fusion of local funk muscle, jam-rock improvisation and the horns’ big-band harmonic movement has never disappointed on stage, since I first bumped into one of their Fest shows in 2002.”  Presented by funkybatz

-David Fricke, Rolling Stone

Followed by Noble Dog, Jonathan Clay CD Release, Bruce James Soultet and Dan Dyer

dan dyer, photo by stevan alcala

Watch the fireworks from the deck immediately followed by Warren Hood and the Good.  Come early for La Tampiquena, stay late for Greg Schroeder.

“… their instrumental virtuosity … and sophisticated songwriting touch moves their music beyond fun revivalism. … They’re capable of moving in most any direction they wish.” – Nashville Scene

“… the sextet is one of Austin’s most musically accomplished and adventuresome, mixing gypsy swing, big-band jazz, a touch of bluegrass and some Walter Hyatt covers into a unique mix that flows like a whiskey river.” – The Austin Chronicle

“Mix hot-saucy Texas honky-tonk, city-slicker indie pop, jam-grass mischief, cool jazz and big-band swing, and you’ve about half-described this hot Austin band …” – The Boston Globe

“…an Austin band that captures the best of the hippie-friendly roots string band zeitgeist, without succumbing to it… this really is a band to watch.” – No Depression

“The debut album [WANDERIN’] captures the rich musical heritage of The Outfit’s influences, coming across with skill and confidence that often eludes such a young group.” – Creative Loafing-Atlanta

“[The talented 20-somethings … take elements of jazz, swing and newgrass and blend it all together in new and interesting ways.” — R&R/Billboard Americana Artist Spotlight

“... When pianist Connor Forsyth locks in with Hunt’s violin on 'Caroline' or guitarist Marshall Hood locks in with her on 'Wanderin',' it’s musical beauty of the highest order. ...” — ACL Music Festival 2008 review, Austin American-Statesman

“… Violinist Phoebe Hunt’s sultry alto colors guitarist Rob Teter’s high, reedy tenor like a ribbon of caramel, while Connor Forsyth’s high-spirited piano keys the sextet’s hip-swinging caper. …” - Independent Weekly

“… This music isn't simple three-chord pop. These are … complex tunes musically featuring some of the best playing you’re likely to hear! How they have been able to develop such a tight sound this quickly is a testament to the band’s talent. …” - Americana Roots

“[WANDERIN’ is] toe-tapping … The violin player Phoebe Hunt is phenomenal … with some great Grapelli-Reinhardt-style guitar-violin interplay on the original ‘Caroline.’ And the group’s twin guitars, Rob Teter and Marshall Hood, seem to be able to play any style of music with ease and panache. …” – The Monterey County Herald

“As produced by Rich Brotherton, Margo Valiante’s blues on five-song EP I Can’t Pray favor the Bonnie Raitt/Americana style. That’s a comfortable and expressive place for Valiante to be since relocating to Austin. With warm organ work from Riley Osbourn and supple suede vocals, there’s an overall soulfulness that buys her a ticket into the ranks of Austin’s established female vocalists.”    – Margaret Moser – Austin Chronicle

“It’s a voice like hers that will move you. Valiante’s EP “I Can’t Pray” is a good preview of her forthcoming full-length release…” – Laurie Gallardo – KUT Radio