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South by Southwest CD reviews

A look at new and recent releases from SXSW bands

South by Southwest CD reviews
From upstate New York folk-rockers the Felice Brothers (pictured) to Danish noise merchants the Raveonettes, it seems like every band at South by Southwest has a new record to promote. Here are some of our recent favorites.
The Felice Brothers, 'The Felice Brothers'

The Felice Brothers, 'The Felice Brothers'

Appalachian roots rockers' debut shows much promise—and a heavy Dylan influence
Del the Funky Homosapien, 'The Eleventh Hour'

Del the Funky Homosapien, 'The Eleventh Hour'

Veteran West Coast rapper is still offbeat as ever on Def Jux debut
Junkie XL, 'Booming Back at You'

Junkie XL, 'Booming Back at You'

Dutch producer returns with a little less conversation, a little more rocktronic action
Jaymay, 'Autumn Fallin''

Jaymay, 'Autumn Fallin''

New York anti-folkie offers a warm vibe and smart lyrics on buzzworthy debut
The OaKs, “Songs For Waiting”

The OaKs, “Songs For Waiting”

Experimental Orlando duo expands to a six-piece on textured sophomore effort
Richard Julian, 'Sunday Morning in Saturday's Shoes'

Richard Julian, 'Sunday Morning in Saturday's Shoes'

Norah Jones cohort shines on his wittiest, breeziest set to date
Pete Rock, 'NY's Finest'

Pete Rock, 'NY's Finest'

Legendary New York rapper-producer serves up some old-school sounds
The Raveonettes, 'Lust Lust Lust'

The Raveonettes, 'Lust Lust Lust'

Danish duo’s recipe for rock: fuzz fuzz fuzz
Bon Iver, 'For Emma, Forever Ago'

Bon Iver, 'For Emma, Forever Ago'

Love and loneliness have rarely sounded so cold, clear and cathartic
Atlas Sound, 'Let the Blind Lead Those Who See But Cannot Feel'

Atlas Sound, 'Let the Blind Lead Those Who See But Cannot Feel'

Deerhunter frontman shows a new side on ambient side project
The Presidents of the United States of America, 'These Are the Good Times People'

The Presidents of the United States of America, 'These Are the Good Times People'

More snarky novelty rock? If you don't like it, you can 'Lump' it
British Sea Power, 'Do You Like Rock Music?'

British Sea Power, 'Do You Like Rock Music?'

Well, do you? Then these U.K. lit-rockers have a few anthems for you
HorrorPops, 'Kiss Kiss Kill Kill'

HorrorPops, 'Kiss Kiss Kill Kill'

Gothabilly trio serves up deadly retro fun with a punk twist
Say Hi, 'The Wishes and the Glitch'

Say Hi, 'The Wishes and the Glitch'

Lo-fi synth-popper shortens his name and expands his sound
Basia Bulat, 'Oh, My Darling'

Basia Bulat, 'Oh, My Darling'

Canadian singer isn't just another girl with a guitar
Grand Ole Party, 'Humanimals'

Grand Ole Party, 'Humanimals'

Sexy/scary singer Kristin Gundred is the main attraction in this San Diego trio
Vampire Weekend, 'Vampire Weekend'

Vampire Weekend, 'Vampire Weekend'

A little polish really makes this prep-rock buzz band shine
Sons and Daughters, 'This Gift'

Sons and Daughters, 'This Gift'

Scottish foursome gives murder ballads and rockabilly a New Wave update
The Whigs, 'Mission Control'

The Whigs, 'Mission Control'

A monster sophomore album from a buzz band worthy of the hype
Black Mountain, 'In the Future'

Black Mountain, 'In the Future'

These Canadian hard rockers kicked Chris Martin's ass and they can kick yours, too
MGMT, "Oracular Spectacular"

MGMT, "Oracular Spectacular"

Funky party pop from fast-rising Brooklyn duo
Liam Finn, 'I'll Be Lightning'

Liam Finn, 'I'll Be Lightning'

Neil Finn's son tries to step out of dad's shadow with solo debut
Foxy Shazam, 'Introducing'

Foxy Shazam, 'Introducing'

Raucous, piano-led rock from Ohio players
Kate Nash, 'Made of Bricks'

Kate Nash, 'Made of Bricks'

A Lily Allen-endorsed pop storyteller makes a bid for best new artist of 2008
Sia, 'Some People Have Real Problems'

Sia, 'Some People Have Real Problems'

Another engaging effort from the "Breathe Me" chanteuse