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South by Southwest CD reviews
A look at new and recent releases from SXSW bands
March 9, 2008The Felice Brothers, 'The Felice Brothers'
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Appalachian roots rockers' debut shows much promise—and a heavy Dylan influence
Del the Funky Homosapien, 'The Eleventh Hour'
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Veteran West Coast rapper is still offbeat as ever on Def Jux debut
Junkie XL, 'Booming Back at You'
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Dutch producer returns with a little less conversation, a little more rocktronic action
Jaymay, 'Autumn Fallin''
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New York anti-folkie offers a warm vibe and smart lyrics on buzzworthy debut
The OaKs, “Songs For Waiting”
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Experimental Orlando duo expands to a six-piece on textured sophomore effort
Richard Julian, 'Sunday Morning in Saturday's Shoes'
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Norah Jones cohort shines on his wittiest, breeziest set to date
Pete Rock, 'NY's Finest'
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Legendary New York rapper-producer serves up some old-school sounds
Bon Iver, 'For Emma, Forever Ago'
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Love and loneliness have rarely sounded so cold, clear and cathartic
Atlas Sound, 'Let the Blind Lead Those Who See But Cannot Feel'
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Deerhunter frontman shows a new side on ambient side project
The Presidents of the United States of America, 'These Are the Good Times People'
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More snarky novelty rock? If you don't like it, you can 'Lump' it
British Sea Power, 'Do You Like Rock Music?'
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Well, do you? Then these U.K. lit-rockers have a few anthems for you
HorrorPops, 'Kiss Kiss Kill Kill'
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Gothabilly trio serves up deadly retro fun with a punk twist
Say Hi, 'The Wishes and the Glitch'
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Lo-fi synth-popper shortens his name and expands his sound
Basia Bulat, 'Oh, My Darling'
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Canadian singer isn't just another girl with a guitar
Grand Ole Party, 'Humanimals'
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Sexy/scary singer Kristin Gundred is the main attraction in this San Diego trio
Vampire Weekend, 'Vampire Weekend'
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A little polish really makes this prep-rock buzz band shine
Sons and Daughters, 'This Gift'
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Scottish foursome gives murder ballads and rockabilly a New Wave update
The Whigs, 'Mission Control'
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A monster sophomore album from a buzz band worthy of the hype
Black Mountain, 'In the Future'
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These Canadian hard rockers kicked Chris Martin's ass and they can kick yours, too
Liam Finn, 'I'll Be Lightning'
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Neil Finn's son tries to step out of dad's shadow with solo debut
Kate Nash, 'Made of Bricks'
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A Lily Allen-endorsed pop storyteller makes a bid for best new artist of 2008
Sia, 'Some People Have Real Problems'
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Another engaging effort from the "Breathe Me" chanteuse
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