Ms. Jessie Carter of the Independent Film Channel, one of our fine and exciting sponsors, is the resident music expert at the IFC (she also works with the VP of Marketing as well as doing Alternative Online Outreach, for which I guess this qualifies).

Though immune to caffeine, she drinks copious amounts of black coffee (sometimes while “overhearing” strange conversations on the NY subway).

Carter enjoys “Scandinavian style blogs” but abhors pastel colors, photos captioned with introspective partial song lyrics and when people make up fake words while playing Scrabble (unless they are super creative about it).

Tune in to the IFC 2008 Spirit Awards tomorrow at 5 pm Eastern/2 pm Pacific. Hosted by Rainn Wilson (who was just awesome in The Last Mimzy. I love bunnies!), I’m told the show’s musical tributes are “gonna be great!!” I believe it - I’m still chortling over Michael McKean and Annette O’Toole’s Kinsey number.

But I digress… You’re really reading to see JC’s Pick Three…

Atlas Sound: Seeing Bradford Cox perform is always a real treat, whether it is with Deerhunter or solo. He is incredibly talented and always, always entertaining.

White Denim: This is one band that I have wanted to see for quite awhile but unfortunately the timing has never worked out. From all I’ve heard, it promises to be an energetic and crazy rock show. Can’t wait.

Holy Fuck: two words: dance. party.

TGIF, people! I once heard a funny story about Flavor Flav going to TGI Friday’s. I always appreciate the fact that you took the time to read our little bloggy, so thanks for that. Email weather reports to musicblog@sxsw.com. Kalinishta, lp

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Posted: February 22nd, 2008 under Linda Park, Pick 3, Music Festival, Latest News.
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Core Conversations are a new addition to the 2008 SXSW interactive Festival, empowering more attendees to engage in the smaller discussions that have always been one of the strongest parts of the event. As a way to kick-start this programming, we have invited organizers of these Core Conversations to produce a short podcast introducing the issues they plan to discuss in Austin. Audio content now available includes GTD for Startups: Getting Things Done in the Real World, “I’m Internet Famous: Status in Social Media” and Marketing to Real People in Second Life. Stay tuned to the SXSW Interactive website as we release more of this preview content in the next two weeks.

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Posted: February 22nd, 2008 under Interactive News.
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Posted: February 22nd, 2008 under Latest News.
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Ahh, it seems like just yesterday the Hanson brothers (Isaac, Taylor and Zac) were discovered at SXSW. However, the boys have been busy over the last 10+ years, recording, touring, having kids, and doing philanthropic work with The Walk Tour. Of course, they’re also still really cute.

When I told some friends they did The LP Questionnaire and Pick Three I got beyond excited responses from gals (and guys, too, like Flatiron Management’s Jamie Sampson who saw them play at a US Open Tennis Event in ‘97) aged 24-37, which proves the power of the Hanson is still strong.

We’re pleased as punch that the brothers are headed down for this year’s fest. In addition to their show at Cedar Door on Saturday night, the lads are also performing as part of SXSW Live on Thursday evening at 8 pm. This show is free to the public, space permitting.

And without further ado, ladies and gentlemen, Isaac, Taylor and Zac answer some probing questions from yours truly…

The LP Questionnaire

Names: Isaac, Taylor and Zac Hanson
Pro Wrestling Names:
Isaac: Primal Hellfire
Taylor: Booty Peacemaker
Zac: Lord Mysterio

1. Pretend you’re 15 (and tell us what year it is, if you don’t mind). Name three songs you’d put on a mix tape for your girlfriend/boyfriend.
Isaac: 1995, Two Princes (Spin Doctors), She’s Got A Way (Billy Joel), Rip it Up (Little Richard)
Taylor: 1998, Flower (David Garza), Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes (Paul Simon), Since You’ve Been Gone (Aretha Franklin)
Zac: 2000, Yellow (Coldplay), Writing to Reach You (Travis), Best I Ever Had (Vertical Horizon)

Which evil villain would make the best president?
Isaac: The Brain (Pinky and the Brain)
Taylor: Dr Octopus (he can do eight things at a time)
Zac: Brack from Space Ghost Coast to Coast

3. What was your favorite cartoon as a child?
Isaac: Duck Tales
Taylor: Animaniacs
Zac: Tiny Toons

4. What superpower do you wish you had?
Isaac: The ability to morph into animals
Taylor: X-Ray Vision
Zac: Super Strength

5. What would the title of your autobiography be?
Isaac: Words of wisdom with a foot in my mouth
Taylor: It’s been a long road
Zac: 1 Man 40,000 gamer points

Pick Three

Isaac: Stephen Kellogg & the Sixers. We’re looking forward to touring with these guys later this year, they’re really great musicians.

Taylor: David Garza: David is super talented musician with a very unique style. Anyone who does not know his music is missing out on something one of a kind.

Zac: Kaki King: I saw her last year at SXSW and she was really great. I’m looking forward to hearing more finger tapping instrumental guitar madness.

Thanks for spending some time with us here at the SXSW Music Blog. I know I’ve enjoyed it. It’s lunch time, so I bid you adieu for now. Email bunny rabbits to musicblog@sxsw.com. Check out more LP Questionnaires here. Bon apetit, lp

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Posted: February 22nd, 2008 under LP Questionnaire, Linda Park, Pick 3, Music Festival, Latest News.
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