OK, so there's a clause at the bottom of the press release we just received--y'know "The list is subject to change" blah, blah blah--but lo and behold, here it is: The first round of announced performers for the 23rd SXSW festival, schedule to take place this year March 18-22. After the jump, the complete list the festival powers released today. But, first, a few notes.Per usual, there's a slew of Austin bands already confirmed for the event. Meanwhile, as other Texas cities go, there's only on
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Thunderheist gets things moving at Club De Ville.Act: Chin Chin, a group of would-be yacht rockers from BrooklynWhere: Club De VilleWhat It Was Like: Trying to figure out if the whole thing was a joke or not, really. The band's blue-eyed soul sound was a little hokey, and no doubt that sense was only enhanced by the lead singer's choice of attire: a pink leisure suit. His backing band dressed less loudly, all in black.Verdict: Like watching a bunch of goofballs not realizin
