Countdown to NX35 2010: 8 days ’til you learn a thing or two.
The daytime programming has now been announced and scheduled with full details listed on each day’s schedule on NX35.com. Of course, there is the much anticipated keynote speaker, Steve Albini, who will share his knowledge on Friday afternoon of the conferette. Other conversations will take place each day of the event, giving us a reason to wake up before noon (daytime programming begins on noon on most days) to learn a few things or two about the music industry. Most definitely a good idea for musicians who want to be a step ahead of the rest, journalists, music lovers, and anyone who is part of the Denton DIY music scene. Check it out but make sure you have a wristband for access first!
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The Phuss
In case you haven’t noticed, Cold Fusion is no longer a NX35 venue but not to worry, Texas 8 Ball has stepped up to the game as a replacement venue. As long as there is a place for The Rocketboys, Here Holy Spain, Bridges and Blinking Lights, and The Phuss, we will have a place to freakin’ rock on Friday night at the festival.
Based in the DFW (claiming home to both Dallas and Fort Worth), this rock duo is comprised of Joshua Fleming on guitar and vocals, and Trey Alfaro back at the drums. Set to make “dirty, Texas devil rock,” The Phuss does so in a very solid and big way, making you wonder how they manage to do so with just two band members. They released their debut EP, Wanted, last fall and took it upon themselves to use the album to create a story about an murderous outlaw. Tall order for a first release but The Phuss made it happen. It’s gritty and dirty and something you want to listen to before you go kick someone in the face. Er, I mean, when you want to get pumped up about something.
Here’s their recently released music video for “Preacher, Preacher.” Seriously, try not to destroy something while watching this. It’s so aggressively, wickedly good.
Notable tunes to preview online: “Preacher, Preacher”, “Wanted” / Myspace / Facebook
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