John Lennon Songwriting Contest Winner and Dr. Phil-endorsed Shawn Pander has got a new project, manager and producer and you get a sneak peak. Stay until the end…there’s a groovy impromptu jam at the Iguana on Lake Travis, the kind that makes you say….”gotta love living in Austin.”

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Austin Daze in Las Vegas, baby! We catch up with LaTasha Marzolla at the Hard Rock Casino. A woman of amazing grace and power, She tells Tonja Monroe what it’s like to be both a fighter and a mother.

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Here’s Tasha fighting:

An insanely funny and wickedly debaucherous new documentary about crime, sex, art, drugs, music and life in the Austin underground.  This is a follow up to Russ’s original post which asks the question, Can Chad clean up his life?  Hear the answer.

Total Badass interview from AMFM STUDIOS LLC on Vimeo.

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Say what? “Man ay ha bay toe.” Or just pronounce it “Indie Rock in Espanol.” Better catch these guys at the Mohawk July 31st if you want to get one of their new CDs. Limited edition CDs will be available at this show only until the wide release November 10th.

The Shed has been around only a short time, but it’s quickly become a favorite eating spot. The Shed is located by Rabbit’s lounge at the intersection of Chicon and 6th street. The eatery, built by friends on a flat bed trailer, is a great example of American ingenuity and determined entrepreneurship.

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Christine asks Chris Simmons for his opinion on the “state of the blues,” and what it’s like to play and compose with Leon Russell. For more info on Chris’s new CD “Old News To Me”, including the song “Hallelujah Man” he co-wrote with Leon, please go to www.getchrissimmons.com.

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Sandra interview Colombian sensations “Bomba Estereo.” The band explains their pathway since their formation in 2005.

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We catch up with Honey Island Swamp Band munching out at Ruby’s BBQ. Their infectious brand of swamp groove earned them “Best Emerging Artist 2009″ by New Orlean’s OffBeat Magazine. Their new CD “Good To You” is available on their website

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Sandra Dahdah interviews the band before their show at Antone’s. The band, who soared to number one on the Americana airplay charts, will be playing again May 28 in New Braunfels at the Whitewater Amphitheater. More information at their website

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Carlos Sosa, the steam engine behind the wildly successful Grooveline Horns, an in-demand horn section who play with top names such as Jason Mraz, Kelly Clarkson, Willie Nelson, Blues Traveler and many others, talks to Fabrizio of Austin Daze about behind the scenes work with the National Recording Academy and advocacy work for musicians on the local and national level. This is an eye-opening interview, and Austin Daze wants to be part of getting the word out to our state representatives and you too. Austin Daze loves our musicians, and the more people who know about this, the faster the resolution. Get educated. Go to Grammy.com for more information.

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Richard Linklater has been a regular client of the Austin School of Music, now in it’s 15th year. Let’s see, Austin School of Music…School of Rock (directed by Linklater)…you make the connection. Owners Dave Sebree, a renowned guitarist and Chet Himes, studio engineer show Reno Perez around.

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Kevin Kettler talks to Nuno Vasconcellos Jr, (manager of Nuno’s on 6th) about embracing more of the Austin creative community, including filmmakers. He also gives us a tour of the METV headquarters.

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SuperLiteBike debuted their new Cd “Away We Go” at the Parish to an enthusiastic crowd. When you see this band you might be thinking, whoa…that’s actually Pocketful of Deng, and a new guy. You’re right. It’s Pocketful of Deng with a new attitude and new sound, thanks to the addition of Chris Heckendorn. These guys have some very funny video “flyers” like this. More information on SuperLite Bike at their official website

Sandra Dahdah caught up with Del Castillo on Cinco De Mayo and they told her a little bit about their involvement with the new Robert Rodriguez film “Machete.” Remember if this video loads slowly please click on the HD link in the upper right third of the box to make it SD…thanks.

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Sandra Dahda talks to Beto Martinez about what Grupo/Brownout has been up to lately.

A NEW CD FOR GRUPO FANTASMA – EL EXISTENTIAL

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Rosie tells photographer Fabrizio how she broke her arm, and also tells us about a new place that gives Austin musicians a discount on alternative medicine. (NOTE: If the video loads slowly click on the HD button on the right side of the screen to change to SD.)

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Sandra Dahdah gets a close look at “Sweet Nadine,” and her owner Mercury Charlie. See the car at www.mercurycharlie.com.

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Ruby James will debut her new CD “Happy Now,” produced by Charlie Sexton, at the Continental Club April 29th. We catch up with Ruby at a Hot Rod Show on South Congress Avenue with her friend, Mercury Charlie, and “Sweet Nadine,” a 1951 Mercury. Ruby will be performing with Rosie Flores at Mercury Charlie’s place on 6819 McNeil Road Sunday April 11 around 2:30. Here’s Ruby’s website http://rubyjames.com and Mercury Charlie’s website http://www.mercurycharlie.com Note: The Hot Rods and Honeys party Sunday starts with a ride at 11 a.m. at the Continental Club and ends at Mercury Charlie’s shop at with live music featuring the Rosie Ruby Revue and Junior Brown. Food too!

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In this segment Bree Perlman interviews the Co-Directing team from the Documentary, World’s Largest. Amy C. Elliot, and Elizabeth Donius are the creative force behind this fascinating film, and both were kind enough to take a moment out of their busy SXSW schedule to talk about the film’s journey. Go watch the film, but first take a moment to get know the directors. Edited by Aaron Weisinger

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Taking time out from their virtual gig at Videoranch in Austin Film Studios, Augie Meyers, Shawn Sahm and Flaco Jimenez speak to artist Reno Perez about their upcoming tour for their new CD “Esta Bueno.”

Texas Tornados from AMFM STUDIOS LLC on Vimeo.