Twangville

A music blog featuring Alt-Country, Americana, Indie, Rock, Folk & Blues. Est. 2005.

Notable Releases September 20, 2005

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Featured: Billy Joe Shaver, The Real Deal (Compadre). Also Noteworthy: Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash, Mile Markers (Texacali). Norman & Nancy Blake, Back Home to Sulphur Springs (DualTone). Jerry Douglas, The Best Kept Secret (Koch). Katy Moffatt, Up Close & Personal (Fuel). Mojo Gurus, Shakin’ in the Barn (Empire). Old 97’s, Alive & Wired (New […]

Release Preview: Charlie Sexton

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Austin journeyman Charlie Sexton steps out with Cruel and Gentle Things, his first release in nearly a decade. Sexton crafts a tasty blend of roots, blues and gospel, featuring his signature guitar work and well-worn vocals. Click here for audio samples. Release Date: 13 September 2005

2005 ACL Preview

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The 2005 Austin City Limits Festival is nearly upon us. Here are some top picks for the Fest. The Frames — My must-see for the Festival. Rockers from Ireland who put on some scorching shows at SXSW. Arcade Fire — Never seen but have heard great things. Oasis — Their live shows have a reputation […]

What Has Happened Down There

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Louisiana 1927 Writer: Randy Newman What has happened down here is the wind have changed Clouds roll in from the north and it started to rain Rained real hard and rained for a real long time Six feet of water in the streets of Evangeline The river rose all day The river rose all night […]