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Preview Films Set to Premiere at SXSW Film 2016

By |February 20th, 2016|Categories: Austin, Entertainment, Film News, National News, Pop Culture, Previews, SXSW, Virtual Reality|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Greener Grass, The Hollywood Shorties, Snowfall + More Premiere at SXSW SXSW will showcase and premiere dozens of new films over March 11-19 in downtown Austin, Texas. One of the emerging fields that will be a highlight at SXSW Film 2016 will be the VR/AR track taking place March 16-18. The Hilton Austin Downtown will be the epicenter for virtual reality-based cinematography. Creative Control, a film by Benjamin Dickinson, uses augmented reality glasses to develop a life-like avatars; but the characters are not always prepared for what happens when the line between reality and virtual reality begins to blur. Narrative Competition: Creative Control

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Umphreys McGee Performs Improv with Joshua Redman in Madison

By |February 19th, 2016|Categories: Austin, Denver, Las Vegas, LOCKN Music Festival, Los Angeles, Music News, National News, North America, Summer Camp Music Festival, Umphrey's McGee|Tags: , , , , , |

Umphreys McGee - From the Hip Umphrey's McGee have recently released a live recording titled From the Hip with Joshua Redman. The improvisational set of live music featuring Redman took place at the Orpheum Theater in Madison, Wisconsin on 01/28/16. Stream, download and watch From the Hip on your favorite platform or streaming service. The band recently released it on Spotify. Scan over their current 2016 tour dates, and check back for updates. Umphrey's McGee with Joshua Redman: From The Hip (Improvisation) https://youtu.be/ZYYPW0ibVxE Tour Dates Date | Location | Venue 02/19/16 | Asheville, NC | Exploreasheville.com Arena 02/19/16 | Asheville, NC | New Mountain

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SXSW Film Festival Adds 139 Feature Films & 89 World Premieres

By |February 2nd, 2016|Categories: Austin, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, Fiction, Film News, India, SXSW, United Kingdom|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='International Filmmakers Premiere their Work at SXSW March 11-19' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] SXSW Film will be held across venues in Austin, Texas March 11-19. The festival recently announced a stockpile of new films set to make their World, North American or U.S. premiere. Richard Linklater, director of Dazed and Confused, leads the pack of films with his evolution in storytelling. His cult classic will be transformed and reshaped for an updated college atmosphere in Everybody Wants Some. Watch the trailer on YouTube via SXSW. Everybody Wants Some [av_video src='https://youtu.be/2jWr52Y-ce0'

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Euphoria Music Festival Adds Cherub + 30 Live Acts

By |February 2nd, 2016|Categories: Austin, Bassnectar, Festivals, GRiZ, Music News, National News, STS9|Tags: , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='Thursday Pre-Party Featuring The Polish Ambassador' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] The Euphoria Music Festival has just released their full lineup for their 2016 event. Cherub, Break Science, Eric Prydz and over 30 live acts have been added to the diverse lineup. The Polish Ambassador will be hosting live entertainment on Thursday evening for the Pre-Party event. It will give a chance for guests to hear his music in a live setting, as well as a chance to setup their campsites in prime locations. Eric Prydz, has a debut studio album, Opus,

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SxSW Interactive Connects Emerging Technologies March 11-15

By |January 26th, 2016|Categories: Austin, Culinary, Entertainment, National News, Sports, SXSW, Tech News, YouTube|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='Featured Speakers: Anthony Bourdain, Pete Cashmore, Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] SxSW Interactive is the first leg of the South by Southwest in Austin Texas. The interactive section takes place March 11-15. Over the 30 year history at SXSW, the festival has grown to provide guests music, film and technology-based events. Computer programming enthusiasts, healthcare professionals, media producers, marketing socialites, hackers, models, and gamers will all unite in the first five days at SXSW 2016. SX Health and MedTech Expo will be held on March 12-13 this

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The Arcs Perform at Tiny Desk with NPR, Announce 2016 Tour Dates

By |January 26th, 2016|Categories: Austin, Coachella, Denver, Los Angeles, Music News, National News, New Orleans, San Francisco, St. Louis, The Pageant, United States|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='Yours, Dreamily, by The Arcs is a Soul Record with Attitude' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] The Arcs, a band comprised of Dan Auerbach, Leon Michels, Richard Swift, Homer Steinweiss, and Nick Movshon; also on the album are Kenny Vaughan and Mariachi Flor de Toloache. In contrast to Dan Auerbach's work with The Black Keys, this project gives him the room and opportunity to perform with a wide range of new instruments. The female vocals give an alluring texture to the songs by The Arcs. Their recent album, The Arcs vs. The

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Hangout Music Festival 2016 Artist Preview | Nahko and Medicine for the People

By |January 18th, 2016|Categories: Alabama, Austin, Gulf Shores, Hangout Music Festival, London, Melbourne, Music News, National News, Okeechobee, Paris, Sydney, YouTube|Tags: , , , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='Nahko World Tour 2016' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Nahko and Medicine for the People continue to constantly evolve in 2016 with an international tour featuring concerts in Australia, Europe, Asia and the United States. Nahko is set to perform at the first Okeechobee Music Festival this March, as well as Bluesfest in Australia before hitting the stage in Gulf Shores, Alabama at Hangout Fest. This marks the first year the band will be performing live at the Hangout Music Festival. Their international sound and presence will be felt this year

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SXSW 2016 Artist Preview | Ra Ra Riot

By |January 2nd, 2016|Categories: Austin, Music News, National News, SXSW, YouTube|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='Need Your Light is the Main Attraction at SxSW Music ' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] SxSW Music 2016 has a wide range of new talent to sink your teeth into. Last month, the festival announced Ra Ra Riot will be performing live on stage. The band is touring heavily to start off 2016, and left an opening in their tour schedule in March. Jon Favreau has noted that SXSW is the place where filmmakers want to release their motion picture projects, and I am seeing a trend for artists

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Amazon Prime Expands to Austin with One Hour Delivery from Local Restaurants

By |December 15th, 2015|Categories: Amazon, Austin, Culinary, Economy, National News, Texas|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='Boteco ATX, Chi Lantro, Clay Pit, Terry Blacks Barbecue, Plus Several other Hot Spots in Austin' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Amazon Prime has expanded to Austin, Texas with their delivery service catering to restaurants and food trucks. Residents in Austin can utilize the Amazon Prime application on smart phones and tablets. Customers can now view participating restaurants in Austin, browse menus options, place orders online, track the status of their delivery, and watch as the driver travels from the restaurant to the delivery address in real-time. Once an order

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Amazon Prime in route with Plum Market, Sprinkles Cupcakes, and My Fit Foods in Chicago

By |December 12th, 2015|Categories: Amazon, Austin, Chicago, Culinary, Dallas, Economy, Illinois, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Portland, San Francisco, Tech News, United Kingdom, YouTube|Tags: , , , , , |

[av_heading heading='Plum Market, Sprinkles Cupcakes, and My Fit Foods delivers with Amazon Prime' tag='h2' style='blockquote modern-quote' size='' subheading_active='subheading_below' subheading_size='15' padding='10' color='' custom_font=''] Written by: Matthew McGuire [/av_heading] Amazon Prime has recently connected with Plum Market, Sprinkles Cupcakes and My Fit Foods to offer delivery options for Prime members in downtown Chicago. The company recently announced its Prime Now service, a one-hour delivery service, will offer delivery from local stores in Chicago in addition to the tens of thousands of items offered by Amazon. In Chicago, customers can now purchase groceries, prepared meals and baked goods from Plum Market, Sprinkles Cupcakes,

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