Abe Vigoda - Levi’s/Fader Fort (SXSW 2009; March 18)

text: Joshua Holt / photos: Joshua Holt

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The crowd nearly doubled when Los Angeles-based Abe Vigoda took the stage at the Levi’s/Fader Fort concert, but any fans of the self-described “tropical punk band” know that the band puts out the kind of stage energy that draws attention from even the casual observer. Their energy was a welcome late-afternoon relief and a good pick me up for a crowd loaded with free Southern Comfort and Budweiser. While the band’s music did not leave a memorable impression, listening now to studio performances it’s clear why Abe Vigoda has built such a strong following. There’s a lot more depth to the music apparent in the studio than was accessible to a first-impression look at their live performance. Im definitely intrigued.

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i saw them open for the Cave Singers, not very original, the crowd was not into it either, frankly i think they suck

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Great post.really he has the ability that he can do anything possible.Thanks
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yes! The interview is great, and the photo shows off the glow

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Great post! Really digging the new record a lot. The Rainwater LP has some gorgeous moments - definitely recommend checking it out. There are 3 of the new songs up on the myspace page: myspace.com/citizencope

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