November 11, 2006–Signal Lost–Emos, Austin, TX

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Local punk band with girl vocalist. I found them very appealing. The lead paced the stage as if possessed but in a methodical way. Between songs she would mutter one nonsense word and I thought it was a secret message to the crowd but my 18 year-old pal pointed out that it could likely be the title of each song. I do have a soft spot for female rockers.

November 11, 2006–The Apes–Emos, Austin, TX

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Public Image Ltd. vocals with riffs that progressed into Black Sabbath. Enjoyed their freakiness and vigor but a little unattainable maybe. From DC.

November 11, 2006–The Slits–Emos, Austin, TX

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Maybe my favorite show ever. They were so excellent I take a deep breath now. British inflected reggae. Stupid crazy outfits – party girls but not “typical girls.” Then some punk. I do have a soft spot for girl rockers but these girls crafted such fine fine songs.

November 10, 2006–Oliver Rajamani–El Sol y La Luna, Austin, TX

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Supposedly keeping southern Indian traditions alive. Supposedly gypsy. Lots of really tiny musician guys. Obvious romantics, good musicians, didn’t move me too much.