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UTG LIST: 5 Must-See Artists At SXSW 2013

March 12th, 2013 James Shotwell

Every year we do whatever we can to bring the craziness of SXSW to you at home, and this year is no different. Starting today, Editor James Shotwell is hitting the streets of Austin, TX to bring you the very best South By Southwest 2013 has to offer. We will be posting numerous updates and media from the festival throughout the week on the site, but you gain constant access to all the madness by following James on Twitter.

We already told you a bit about how to survive at SXSW, so today I am going to share with …

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SXSW 2013: A Survival Guide

March 4th, 2013 Josh Hammond

In preparation of South By Southwest (SXSW), the music industry’s most epic and grueling music festival, I felt inclined to make a list of advice and suggestions that I wish that someone had told me in 2009, as I headed into the event. So to all of you SXSW rookies out there, read the following:

1. Drink water, not whiskey.

Since SXSW is unlike any other festival in the fact that it is a marathon, not a sprint, pacing yourself is key. With schedules spanning six days and shows popping up from breakfast to bar close, bracing your body is …

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Driver Friendly Premiere Live Video For “Lost Boys”

February 19th, 2013 Grant Trimboli

Texas rockers Driver Friendly have partnered with the people at Alternative Press today to premiere their brand new live video for “Lost Boys.” Watch Driver F’s video by clicking over to AltPress now and enjoy!

The band told AltPress, “Every person was filmed individually and in one take, so what you see is actual what you are hearing. It’s almost like a hybrid of a studio and live recording.”

“If you look closely you can find a white snow tiger head in the background of every shot. His name is Tourpy and he is our defender and protector while on …

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Fingers Crossed Stream Debut LP On Bandcamp

January 3rd, 2013 Grant Trimboli

Houston, Texas punk quartet Fingers Crossed have uploaded a stream of their debut LP, Dedos Crusados, onto Bandcamp. The album is available for the low price of five dollars.

According to the band, the lyrics for this release center around lost communication and a strong internal struggle. Dedos Crusados is a huge step for Fingers Crossed and solidifies this collection as their most mature songs to date. Mixing and mastering for this independent release were handled by Stephen Egerton of Descendents fame.

Click through the link provided to stream Dedos Crusados in its entirety. Social media links for …

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First Round of SXSW Bands Announced; Application Deadline Pushed Back

November 8th, 2012 James Shotwell

SXSW is approaching faster than you think and this morning the first round of performing artists were announced. The list, which you can find below, features acts of all genres from around the world and barely begins to scrape the total list of artists who will eventually make the trek to Austin in March 2013. SXSW Music has extended the showcase application deadline for acts to apply to perform at the 2013 music festival through Friday, November 9, 2012. If you’re interested in being considered, click here.

UTG will be at SXSW next year and we hope to meet …

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In Fear And Faith Attacked In Texas; Guitarist Ramin Niroomand Suffers Broken Nose

November 3rd, 2012 James Shotwell

Rough way to start the day, but the UTG crew woke up to news that some of our best friends in music were attacked yesterday and rushed to share the information with you.

While traveling through Texas yesterday, Rise Records’ In Fear And Faith ran out of gas somewhere alone one of the Lone Star state’s numerous freeways. Guitarist Ramin Niroomand and other members joined together to hike down the side of the road to the nearest fueling station, but on their way back the encountered a dangerous driver who, according to the band, tried to run them down with …

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Lil Wayne Released From Hospital; Management Issues Statement

October 26th, 2012 Justin Proper

Hip hop fans have been expressing support for YMCMB mastermind Lil Wayne ever since news broke late yesterday that the star had been admitted to a Texas hospital following “seizure-like” conditions. We did our best to bring you the facts, though they were few, and now we have an official update.

Just moments ago, UTG received the following statement from Lil Wayne’s management:

Lil Wayne was successfully released from the hospital after being treated for a severe migraine and dehydration. He is at home on doctor mandated rest and will return to work soon. He appreciates all of his fans …

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Lil Wayne Hospitalized In Texas With “Seizure-Like” Symptoms

October 26th, 2012 James Shotwell

Lil Wayne made an unexpected stop in Texas while flying last night after suffering from seizure-like symptoms. Few details are available at this time, but TMZ first broke the story last night claiming Wayne was rushed to the hospital as the plane touched down.

As of this morning no one from Wayne’s camp has offered an update regarding the rapper’s health, but “sources” close to the situation have told the gossip site he is doing much better. We will update you when an announcement is made.

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Cops Find Heroin, Loaded Guns, and Ten Pounds Of Marijuana On Nelly’s Bus; Rapper Escapes Arrest

October 11th, 2012 James Shotwell

Damn Nelly, you’ve really started some shit this time.

While touring through Texas last night, Nelly and his crew were detained while cops searched the Country Grammar star’s bus. During their operation, law enforcement officials recovered a thirty-six baggies of heroin, as well as a loaded gun and what is being reported as over ten pounds of marijuana.

After their search, one of the bus passengers by the name of Brian Keith Jones stepped forward to admit the drugs and gun were his and was subsequently placed under arrest. Everyone else, including Nelly, were released.

This situation would be bad …

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MUSIC VIDEO: Explosions in the Sky – “Postcard From 1952″

May 7th, 2012 Tyler Osborne

Explosions in the Sky have released a new music video today for their song “Postcard from 1952,” which comes off of their album Take Care, Take Care, Take Care. The music video was shot and directed by Peter Simonite, a cinematographer on 2011′s Terrance Malick film The Tree of Life. The video is absolutely gorgeous, and the Huffington Post did a really great interview article with the band, which can be read here. Explosions in the Sky has always been known to evoke imagery in listeners heads, so it’s really interesting to see what the band and the director …

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UTG INTERVIEW: Larry G(ee)

April 25th, 2012 James Shotwell

Earlier today, Texas native Larry G(ee) was announced as the latest artist to join this Summer’s Warped Tour. Boasting a sound that blends contemporary pop with the big band energy of years gone by, his future is brighter than ever and this Summer could be just what he needs to breakout. To celebrate his accomplishment, as well as catch up for the first time since December, we spoke with Larry about Warped, the events since his album release, and what he’s looking forward to later in the year. You can read the complete interview below. To discover which dates of …

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REVIEW: Upon A Burning Body – Red. White. Green.

April 9th, 2012 James Shotwell

Artist: Upon A Burning Body
Album: Red. White. Green.
Genre: Metalcore
Label: Sumerian

The farther we plunge into 2012, the clearer it becomes that the tides of the industry are again undergoing change. The metalcore and post hardcore sound that so heavily dominated the alternative scene over the last half decade has begun to sound dull on the ears of even the most diehard fans, leaving dozens of bands with slipping sales and increased competition for worthwhile tour packages. It had to happen at some point I guess, and just like the resurgence of pop punk over the past few …

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