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Flamingo Cantina
11/20/2009 9:00 PM at The Federalists, Opposite Day & Baby Got Bacteria
515 East 6th Street, Austin, Texas 78701
Cost: $5
The Federalists use good old-fashioned indie as a base, add effected guitar and elements of country, and spice it up even more with multi-part melodies and harmonies.’ -The Bay Bridged ’Spoon comparisons hit you up front, but it’s the lingering taste of Elvis Costello that gets us excited.’ -Diablo Magazine ’smart indie rock and a penchant for occasional flashes of electronics’ -3hive ’the sophomore album for The Federalist has shown up on the San Francisco circuit as an effortless record to throw on the stereo.’ -Soundpick.net ’The Federalists are joined together not only by true talent but their undeniable ability to catch your attention and leave you singing their songs well into your workday.’ -Zero Magazine ’they seem to appeal to a wide range of people with good music taste’ -Contra Costa Times ’...displays a sound that is a cut above the fray of today’s music scene.’ -Emotional Punk ’The Federalists are a guilty pleasure, easy to indulge in, straightforward in their earnestness and sweet pop. ’ -The Owl Mag
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