Part two of a three part series looking at the "3rd" tier of acts at the 2007 Austin City Limits festival.
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PHOTO: Austin's Gospel Silvertones
Sound Team- Austin's own. A scathing review of their first album on Pitchfork- that's putting it lightly- sparked a ton of controversy from fans in their defense. Young and energetic, this group wears a lot of their influences on their sleeve- not something to be ashamed of. It was a great first effort and this is their ACL debut.
Charlie Musselwhite- Mississippian sings classic country themes with an honest and genuine grit. If you never got to see Johnny Cash live, Charlie's the real deal too...
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JJ Grey & Mofro- big for fans of Panic, Phish, Leftover and those types. Sings with a strong voice and delivery and if you're into this kind of thing, worth a listen. Surprisingly diverse delta flavoring.
The Dynamites fea. Charles Walker- got the pleasure of having these guys play at a little festival put together in Colorado. Its was their 2nd or 3rd gig ever. Genuine soul and R&B. Talented backing group. Charles can belt it out.
Billy Joe Shaver- recent legal troubles kind of underscore the true outlaw that he is. Greasy blues and country.
Ocote Soul Sounds- union between Antibalas' Martin Perna and Austin's Adrian Quesada, gutarist of Groupo Fantasma (who you should listen to, btw). Latin swankness filled with wind and strings. Great dancing music.
Willy Mason- Young and clever. Dylan-esque songwriter with wit and humor.
John Dee Graham- Austinite plays a rousing set of originals from beer and shot rockers to midtempo balads. Genuine as they come.
Paul Green School of Rock All Stars- I'm not kidding here, this is worth the time. Local music school. I saw one of their performances earlier this summer and it was inspirational to watch 9-17 year old kids rip it up. This will be the best of them.
Guy Forsyth- Plays and sings with a bit of Tom Waits flavor. Austinite is well received all over town and is a great representation of the local scene.
Jones Family Singers- I am always a fan of checking the soul and gospel acts out in the WaMu tent. There is always a fantastic vibe and energy, amenities are close by, the crowd is small and into it all and it always is my favorie stage of the weekend. It's also an easy place to rendezvous with people throughout the day.
Gospel Silvertones- Austin group. see above
