Backstage at Dana Falconberry’s Stunning, Theatrical Album Release Show
If you attended Dana Falconberry’s release show for her new album, From the Forest Came the Fire, at the Stateside Theater last Saturday, you experienced an incredible display of artistry, in terms of both…
Dana Falconberry Celebrates Album Release at Stateside Theater Saturday
I’ve written about Dana Falconberry a lot here at Pop Press International, and I continue to believe she’s one of Austin’s best musical artists. I’m proud to say I was able to share some thoughts…
Track Premiere: Dana Falconberry + Some Say Leland Split 7-inch
Austin stalwarts Some Say Leland and Dana Falconberry have recorded a split 7-inch, entitled After, to be jointly released by Annie Street Arts Collective and Punctum Records. They’ll celebrate with a show tomorrow night…
Mesmerized by Dana Falconberry & Adam Torres at Cactus Cafe: Live Review
I’ve said it so many times before, I’m running of ways to explain Dana Falconberry’s transcendent shows. Saturday night at the Cactus Cafe yielded yet another phenomenal performance from this experimental folk act….
Fun Fun Fun Fest Day One Recap with Yelle, Run the Jewels, and Dana Falconberry
We’ve been looking forward to this weekend for months. Fun Fun Fun Fest outdid themselves this year with a no-filler lineup that featured stellar artists across genres. There were some strange bumps and…
NYC Band Little Cinema Shares “Diving Board” feat. Dana Falconberry
Although it may seem out of the blue for a little indie pop band based in Brooklyn to have so many Austin-centered components: the group’s first single was recorded here, at Deadly Sparrow Studios…
Dana Falconberry, RF Shannon, & Devon Sproule at Stubb’s: Live Review
I’ve seen Dana Falconberry dozens of times, and sung her praises just as many. However, I never get tired of watching her perform her haunting and gorgeous, forward-thinking folk music live. She and her band…
Show Preview: Dana Falconberry’s Homecoming with RF Shannon & Devon Sproule
In two days, Dana Falconberry returns from Austin and will celebrate with a show at Stubb’s on their indoor stage. The bill also features dark folk act RF Shannon and esteemed songwriter Devon…
Dana Falconberry Shares 2nd Jim Eno Collaboration “Seven Hills”
We recently posted and wrote about Dana Falconberry’s collaboration with Spoon drummer Jim Eno for a 12″ single, Public Hi-Fi Sessions No. 2, which is due out this Saturday for Record Store Day. Today,…
S. Carey, White Hinterland, & Dana Falconberry at Holy Mountain: Review & Photos
Monday night at Holy Mountain featured a Secretly Canadian double header with SC artist and Bon Iver member S. Carey headlining, and SC sister label Dead Oceans artist White Hinterland offering support. In…
Show Preview: S. Carey, White Hinterland, & Dana Falconberry at Holy Mountain April 7th
Listen, you’re going to need a nap Monday after work, because on Monday night, you’re going to have to be at Holy Mountain. The bill is simply too damned good. Headlining the evening…
Dana Falconberry Shares New Single “Palmless” From Sessions with Jim Eno
Skittering, electronic beats run the length of Dana Falconberry’s new single, “Palmless,” which is a product of a series of sessions with Spoon drummer Jim Eno and will be featured on a 12″…
Dana Falconberry, Brass Bed, and Reservations at Mohawk: Live Review
You’d think that being a brilliant lyricist and accomplished musician would be the thing that sets an artist apart. And to a point, you’d be right. Dana Falconberry’s distinct voice always stirs something…
Dana Falconberry, Brass Bed, and Reservations at Mohawk Show Preview
We love Dana Falconberry, Brass Bed, and Reservations. We’ve loved them on separate bills and have brought you coverage of their shows before, but we’ll all be graced tomorrow by a Friday night…
Watch: Dana Falconberry’s Breakthru Radio Session
Dana Falconberry just turns us into mush. We’re completely enamored with the songwriter and her incredibly talented band. Breakthru Radio always puts together a solid studio session video, but few have sounded as…
Dana Falconberry and Buxton at Stubb’s Live Review
Having seen Dana Falconberry more than a dozen times, it’s astounding that she can still inspire in me wonder and awe with each performance. This is especially notable considering that I see six…
Interview and SXSW Preview: Dana Falconberry Talks Tour Slop
If you’ve read this blog much in the past year, it would be hard for us to conceal the fact that we love Dana Falconberry. Leelanau, her most recent effort, was an outstanding record not…
Good Field Album Release Show w/ Dana Falconberry and Belaire
Good Field has been rapidly gaining notoriety in the Austin music scene for some months now. As both an album release party and a tour send off, Good Field asked good friends (and…
Video: Dana Falconberry – “Possum Song”
It’s an understatement to say that Dana Falconberry is a Pop Press International favorite. We absolutely adore this phenomenal Austin, TX songstress. This week brings great news regarding Falconberry. First, Transistor Six has created a…
Show Preview: Dana Falconberry w/ Sour Notes, JC & Co, and Bobby Jealousy
Saturday. November 3rd. Blackheart. FREE! Some complimentary beverages for the first 100 people courtesy of Dripping Springs Vodka. Go. We’ll be honest. We’re a sponsor for this show. However, you should know that it…
Dana Falconberry Album Release Show
If angels exist they sound like Dana Falconberry. Angelic is an adjective probably too often ascribed to musicians, particularly those of the female persuasion. However, I make the comparison pointedly, because Falconberry sings…
Win Tickets to Dana Falconberry’s Album Release Show!
We wrote previously about just how marvelous we believe Dana Falconberry’s release show for her new album Leelanau will be. Now, you have a chance to win tickets. Many who came by our table…
UTOPiAfest Coverage Day 1 with Dana Falconberry, Houndmouth, and Dr. Dog
As wet, wild, and wonderful as UTOPiAfest 2012 was this past weekend, one article simply cannot contain all of the adventurous escapades of the weekend. We will split our coverage into two days,…
UTOPiAfest 2012 Artist Dana Falconberry Talks About the Concepts of Home, Touring, and Her New Album
With UTOPiAfest days away and in the midst of recuperating from touring and planning her epic album release show, Dana Falconberry found time to correspond with Pop Press International about the themes of…
Dana Falconberry Performs Album Release Show
Dana Falconberry is one of Austin’s most prolific, active, respected, and talented songwriters. On October 9th, she will release Leelanau, an album that has already received praise and attention from national media outlets…
Dana Falconberry Releases Album Trailer, Plays Free Show
We’ve published several articles previewing Dana Falconberry’s new album Leelanau, out October 9th on Antenna Farm Records. We are super psyched about this album as well as Falconberry’s upcoming shows. She’ll be playing…
Video: Dana Falconberry – “Lake Charlevoix”
We wrote previously about Dana Falconberry’s outstanding single, “Lake Charlevoix,” from her impending full-length Leelanau, out October 9th on Antenna Farm Records. Falconberry has been one of Austin’s most important musical contributors for…
Dana Falconberry Announces Album, Shares Track
Austin’s Dana Falconberry has been a staple in the music scene for years now. Her shows are captivating, whether they consist of delicate solo sets or performances by an entourage of outstanding musicians….
Father John Misty, Har Mar Superstar, and Dana Falconberry Live at the Mohawk
I’ve had the Father John Misty record on repeat in my car since I first listened to it about a month ago. It is, without question, one of my favorites of the year….
Daniel Johnston Represents Everything Great About Austin
Saturday night, mainstay Austin venue The Mohawk hosted one of the city’s most legendary musicians, Daniel Johnston. Johnston sounded better than I’ve heard him sound in years–more present and less flustered. Undoubtedly, the songwriter…
Unlocking the Spirit: Father John Misty Live at Stubb’s
Who knew the wonders of the human spirit that would be unleashed by a months-long psychedelics binge outside of L.A.? After Josh Tillman left behind a lengthy series of somber, experimental folk songs…
Adam Torres Gives Old Songs New Life at Cactus Café
For his show last Thursday at the Cactus Café on the University of Texas campus, songwriter Adam Torres revived a number of older tunes to celebrate the re-release of his underground gem Nostra…
Swoon-Worthy Aisha Burns Plays the ATX 6 SXSW Showcase
As part of a project called the ATX 6, six musicians were hand-picked from the abundance of Austin artists and fully financed by the city to play 2014’s NXNE. This original attempt to infuse the…
True Sincerity Issue #2
Fans of honest Austin talent flocked to Cheer Up Charlie’s this past Friday night to celebrate the release of the second issue of True Sincerity written by Pop Press International’s own Editor-In-Chief, Bryan C….
Watch a Short Documentary About Austin Producer Danny Reisch
On Friday night, Austin-based print journal True Sincerity (founded by Pop Press International Editor-in-Chief Bryan C. Parker — me, I admit), released its second issue featuring interviews with Dana Falconberry, Danny Reisch, Thor Harris,…
The Spirit Sustained: The Deer, Nightblooms, Devon Sproule at Spiderhouse
This past Friday night, the Spiderhouse Ballroom hosted the record release of The Deer’s new album, “On the Essence of the Indomitable Spirit,” slated to be officially released at the start of the…
Stories of Three Portraits at Fun Fun Fun Fest
After watching Dana Falconberry’s transcendent early afternoon set on the first day of Fun Fun Fun Fest, I found myself hanging around with her and her publicist, both of whom I consider friends,…
Nightblooms Celebrate Album Inside Inflatable Planetarium
Cosmic consciousness expanding, I am transcending physical existence. Last Thursday night at Museum of Human Achievement, Karla Manzur celebrated the release of Star-Taker, the first album from her project Nightblooms, which also includes help…
Seven You Might Miss at Fun Fun Fun Fest
One of the benefits of music festivals is getting to see a bunch of bands you’ve never seen in such a short time frame. Which is why I’m always shocked by the fact…
The Ultimate Fun Fun Fun Fest “Can’t Miss ‘Em” List
Ok. Let’s give it a shot and try to narrow it down to the absolutely-can’t-miss acts at Fun Fun Fun Fest (from this point on referred to as “FFFFest” and the “Can’t Miss ‘Em” List)….
Nightblooms Plot Theatrical Album Release Show
Nightblooms is the project of Karla Manzur. You may know Manzur as the keys player and backup vocalist for Dana Falconberry, or you may have recognized her lending her incredible talents to Alejandro…
Austin Artists Dominate Initial Wave of SXSW Announcements
SXSW’s first announcement always comes as a huge shock to me. It’s hard to believe that almost a year has passed since the last installment of the ever-growing festival. This year, the initial…
We Were Marfans For A Weekend at El Cosmico
As I navigate Route 67 south towards Marfa, TX, en route to the 8th annual Trans-Pecos Festival of Music + Love, the mountains grow more jagged, the plains reach further to the horizon, and the…
Utopian Living: Highlights from Utopiafest
Yesterday, Pop Press INTL. Assistant Editor Lukas Truckenbrod did a great job capturing the Utopiafest vibe and reported about some of the music from this year’s installment. 2014 marked the third time I’ve…
Utopiafest Returns with Great Lineup, Provides Rare Festival Opporunity
I first attended Utopiafest three years ago for their third annual event. I had such a great experience that Pop Press International ponied up to be a sponsor the next year for a…
Wye Oak at Neumos in Seattle: Live Review
As a huge fan of music from our nation’s Pacific Northwest, I’ve lamented not being to see bands when I’ve noticed them listed as playing Seattle venues Neumos, The Crocodile, or Showbox on…
Ramesh Album Release at Holy Mountain
Friday night, former Voxtrot member Ramesh celebrated the Austin Town Hall Records-issued vinyl release of his album The King with a show at Holy Mountain. In addition to Ramesh, the bill included garage pop trio…
Fun Fun Fun Fest Reveals Daily Lineups, 1-Day Passes On Sale Now
I have no idea what human powers of decision would allow an individual to choose between these three days of fest. The lineup is so killer for every day. I suppose I could…
Punctum Records to Release Jess Williamson, RF Shannon Split 7″
I’m not sure a week can go by without us writing about Punctum Records. The label continues to be Austin’s most active label despite their youth. With some insider knowledge of their upcoming…
Stream: “Around the Town Sounds” Radio Show Featuring Local Austin Bands
A few weeks ago, local lady about town Deidre Gott was kind enough to invite me onto her KOOP radio show to discuss local music, Pop Press International, and True Sincerity. I pretty…
The Five Best Things I Saw at SXSW
Between planning an epic two day party and launching a quarterly print journal, True Sincerity, my SXSW was less packed with bands than it has been in almost a decade. That said, we…
Feverbones Announces & Releases Debut EP on Punctum Records Today
It’s a spring surprise. In one sudden move, Austin trio Feverbones, comprised of Abram Shook (The Great Nostalgic, The Low Lows, Shearwater), Matthew Shepherd (Dana Falconberry), and Christopher Cox (Dana Falconberry, The Lovely Sparrows)…
Graham Weber Preps Faded Photos; Hear Two Tracks Now
Graham Weber is an Austin transplant by way of Ohio. His music captures the aching sparseness of his native Midwest, but Texas has seems to have provided a definitive lonesome twinge. Weber has…
Abram Shook Album Release with Good Field & Royal Forest at Mohawk
Friday night at the Mohawk served as a local music extravaganza with a bill that featured two of Austin’s best bands supporting a rising Austin musician as he celebrated the release of his…
Fun Fun Fun Fest Announces Nites Schedule
Did you miss an artist you wanted to see at ACL and then consider paying even more money to see them at a night show? Fun Fun Fun Fest always has their patrons’…
ACL 2013 Highlights Day One
Spread out over two weekends for its 2013 installment, ACL arrived more massive and imposing than ever before. Since you’ve likely already seen coverage and heard wide ranging opinions about the festival and…
Radiation City with Feverbones and Hello Caller at Mohawk Live Review
When I reviewed Radiation City’s newest effort Animals in the Median, I really liked it. So, it’s a true testament to the excellence of their live show that these songs sound even better…
Father John Misty at Emo’s Live Review
I’ve seen Father John Misty twice before, and his recent sold-out performance at Emo’s marked the third occasion. If you can see a band that has only a single album more than once…
Austin City Limits Announces 2013 Lineup
It seems that this year’s ACL Lineup was more heavily anticipated and produced than ever before, which only makes sense as the festival will expand to a two-weekend format for its 2013 installment….
Reservations EP Release Show with Grace Park & the Deer and Hello Caller
Reservations, the project of frontwoman Jana Horn, celebrated the release of its first EP at the Mohawk on Saturday night with a little help from friends Hello Caller and Grace Park and the…
The Twelve Best Performances at SXSW 2013
For those of you who like reading something earnest and thoughtful, we wrote this post right here. However, if you just want the quick and dirty SXSW recap, you’re in the right place….
SXSW 2013: Final Thoughts and Reflections
Without question, this was the best SXSW I have ever attended. I hope you’ll forgive me for moving past a simple list of the best things I saw, and bear with me for…
SXSW Day 4 with Flaming Lips, Kendrick Lamar, and Phosphorescent
After hustling all morning to get some photos up and edited of day three, I made my way down to Sidebar where DC vs. Austin, hosted by Pop Press International and Side One…
SXSW 2013 Highlights Day 1 feat. Local Natives, Body Parts, and Social Studies
By the end of the first day of SXSW, it’s always hard to believe that there are four more left. In part, because of how many amazing artists you’ve seen, miles you’ve walked,…
SXSW Interview and Preview: Brass Bed
When we caught Brass Bed opening for Shearwater last month, we were more than impressed. We were able to get in touch with the band for a brief interview in advance of their…
SXSW 2013 Best Bets: Showcases and Day Parties
Many SXSW attendees, including myself, constantly bounce around during SXSW, and have no problem running across town and waiting in a few lines to see a ton of different bands. These kind of…
Pop Press International and Side One Track One Present Austin vs. DC at Sidebar Friday March 15th
Pop Press International is teaming up with Side One Track One and No Play Music to bring you another SXSW day show at Sidebar on Friday March 15th from 12:00PM-6:00PM. The Austin vs….
25 Must-see Bands at SXSW 2013
SXSW 2013 starts this weekend with film, and music follows next Tuesday, which is almost impossible for us to believe. All this week, we’re going to bring you content regarding the nation’s best…
Good Field Releases Two Singles Ahead of Full-length
After beginning a career performing with the bands Voxtrot and Brazos, Paul Price started the project Good Field and released a debut EP last year. Locally hailed as a triumph from one Austin’s…
Austin’s Feverbones Announces EP, Shares “Astoria”
Austin’s Feverbones—a new project consisting of members of Dana Falconberry’s band, The Eastern Sea, and The Great Nostalgic—has announced that they will soon release their debut EP. “Astoria,” a cut from that album…
SXSW Announces Next Round of Bands!
Although Christmas is right around the corner, the music lover’s Christmas, South by Southwest is still a few months away. However, today we have been blessed with the glory of another announcemnt of…
All Tamara’s Parties 2.0 Lights the Way for Indpendent Shows
Most people who know me can tell you that K Records and Calvin Johnson act as pillars of my philosophy of how the music industry should work. The first time I interviewed Johnson,…
Final Day to Win Tickets to UTOPiAfest with Dr. Dog and Ben Kweller
Pop Press International is an official sponsor for UTOPiAfest 2012, and we’re proud to be able to giveaway two sets of tickets for the almost sold out festival! The one-of-a-kind event features outstanding…
Win Tickets to UTOPiAfest with Dr. Dog and Ben Kweller
Pop Press International is an official sponsor for UTOPiAfest 2012, and we’re proud to be able to giveaway two sets of tickets for the almost sold out festival! The one-of-a-kind event features outstanding…
UTOPiAfest Releases Schedule
Head over to UTOPiAfest’s website today to check out the schedule for the West Texas music festival that features outstanding artists such as Dr. Dog, Ben Kweller, Houndmouth, Kaki King, Dana Falconberry, White…
UTOPiAfest Finalizes Lineup by Adding Bomba Estereo
Homegrown, true-to-its-roots UTOPiAfest has finalized their stellar lineup this year by adding Columbian electro-rap group Bomba Estereo. The group is added to a lineup that includes Dr. Dog, Ben Kweller, White Denim, Dana…
Houndmouth Announces Self-titled EP Out on Rough Trade
Louisville, Kentucky’s Houndmouth have announced that their self-titled EP will be issued via classic imprint Rough Trade on August 28th. Recorded in their own Indiana studios dubbed “The Green Room,” the EP features…
Utopiafest Announces Initial Lineup
If all of the commotion and clamor surrounding ACL already has you worked up and knotted in stress, the folks over at Utopiafest have the perfect antidote: a small, carefully curated festival in…
Marmalakes EP Release Party
From the moment I walked through the heavy wooden doors of the Scottish Rite Theater, it was obvious that Marmalakes’ EP release party for In Arnica would not be a standard affair. I…
