Thursday, February 23, 2012

ALABAMA SHAKES

Despite being one of the most buzzed about acts heading into SXSW, I hadn't heard a single note from them until a couple of days ago.  I'd love to tell you why I waited so long, but I have no idea.  The band has a really fun soul-enthused sound that I should have been digging for months now.  Anyhow, I'm anxious to see them perform and to find out if they're worth the massive amount of hype that's been swirling around them.

:Alabama Shakes - Hold On:

:Alabama Shakes - Heavy Chevy:

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