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AUSTIN, TX- For most of our SXSW artist coverage, we’ll keep it relatively short and sweet. We have over 80 artists to cover, so cut us some slack! 😉 We’ll basically be formatting each post into two parts: (1) Why our contributor wanted to see this act and (2) what our contributor thought of the performance. Easy peasy. If you want to learn more about the act, make sure you click through to their social media links to get in the know. You won’t be disappointed!

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Why I Wanted To See Annabelle Chairlegs: When I was picking acts to catch for last year’s SXSW, some of my friends in Texas suggested that I check out the Austin-based band Annabelle Chairlegs. When I caught them at the Sidewider, I basically became an instant fan. They kicked ass.

I’ve been following them on social media since, hoping to see them announce a west coast tour. Alas, that never materialized, and I was relegated to watching and listening to them jam online.

What I Thought Of Annabelle Chairlegs’ Performance: In 2017, I tortured my body on my last day at SXSW by walking a mile with a 25 pound pack of gear on my back to Hotel Vegas to catch The Plastic Pinks. This year, I did the same but this time for Annabelle Chairlegs. It took just a smidge over a year, but I finally got see Annabelle Chairlegs perform again. It was worth every step.

The band was in fine form for their performance at Hotel Vegas (their first on the “main stage” from what I recall). Lindsey’s still got that magnetic growl that’s both sugary and rabid, both Derek and Matt lay down the sick riffs and steady basslines, while Billy bashed the kit.

I love how their music makes me feel. There’s something organically wonderful about the fuzzy riffs and clever melodies that they jam out. I’ve read articles classifying their sound as psychedelic or surf rock, and while you can definitely hear those musical influences in their sound, I feel like it’s unfair to confine them to any particular genre. I hear some punk. I hear hard rock. You know … I just hear good music.

The band has been working on their sophomore album, and from what I understand, it should be ready for aural consumption later this year. During SXSW, they pressed a limited run of 7″ vinyls featuring the cut “Cementville”.

When I spoke to the band after their set (after taking the absolute worst selfie of me for posterity), they gave me the heads up that the’ll be trying to schedule some gigs in California later in the year. I just hope they press some more of that vinyl, and save me a copy.

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Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.
Annabelle Chairlegs @ Hotel Vegas during SXSW 3/17/18. Photo by Derrick K. Lee, Esq. (@Methodman13) for www.BlurredCulture.com.

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