18. May 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

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17. May 2009 by admin.

http://www.nuttybrown.com
12225 Highway 290 West
Austin, Texas
Phone: 512-301-4648
Sun - Wed: 11am - 10pm

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15. May 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

INsite Magazine presents INsite Night at the Parish on Saturday night, featuring electrified space rockers The Boxing Lesson, the catchy, keyboard-heavy pop tunes of Built by Snow, and the synth-laced pop rock of Your Kisses Cause Crashes.

DJ Czech One will be spinning at the end of the night.

Also, Austin’s Co-Lab Artspace will be unveiling the “Art Cart” aka El Changarrito showcasing a variety of well known Austin Artists and their work for sale at a great value for collectors.

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15. May 2009 by admin.

FYI… I received this in my inbox yesterday.

The Campaign to Save Paste

Dear Paste readers,

We write this letter with great appreciation for all you’ve done for Paste, as well as sorrow that we need to come to you and ask for further support. The economy has taken its toll on Paste, and we need your help to continue.

As the global recession has continued, many of you have written us (especially as ad pages shrunk) to say, “If you ever need help, let us know.” That day has come.

Today, we are launching the “Campaign to Save Paste” to raise money to keep Paste coming to your mailboxes and computer screens. If you are in a position to give even a little, please consider donating. As thanks for your generosity, over 70 amazing artists (including The Decemberists, Neko Case, Bob Mould, Cowboy Junkies, Indigo Girls, The Jayhawks, Brandi Carlile, John Roderick of The Long Winters, Patterson Hood, The Avett Brothers and Josh Ritter—with more to come) have gathered and donated rare & exclusive MP3s for all who join us in the campaign. Here’s what artists are saying about why Paste should be saved.

As a completely independent company, Paste has struggled for the past nine months as advertisers have decided to wait out the recession. As most of you realize, magazines are heavily subsidized by advertising. Industry experts estimate that an average subscription for a monthly publication would cost $60-$80 per year without advertising support.

But last month was brutal. Cash received unexpectedly reached an all-time low, and turned a tough situation into a short-term crisis.

Long-term, Paste will emerge in good shape. Even with the fall-off at the end of the year, 2008 was our best year yet—print subscribers, print ads, online readers and online advertising were all at record levels. Readers (print and online) remain strong. And new advertisers have come on board even in the recession, with more ready when their advertising budgets come back.

In the meantime, we’ve adjusted our business to weather this storm. We’ve cut costs, and we developed a robust online business that’s among the best in the industry. Fundamentally, we’re in good shape and won’t need another appeal down the road. But it’s taken us until this point to get there—leaving us critically low on cash, without some large corporation behind us to bridge the gap.

We’ll make it through this short-term economic crisis—but it’s only with your help. Our fate is (and has been and always will be) in your hands. Big-time investors are not “in the game” right now—but readers can rise up and “invest” in Paste’s future. Will you be a part?

We appreciate all of your support so far—everyone who’s subscribed, given a gift, or even read a story online or opened a newsletter. It’s all enabled us to make it this far. Now, we humbly ask you to consider giving a little more.

It doesn’t take much. Every little bit helps and you can be a part of continuing our efforts to help you find signs of life in music, film and culture. If $1 (yes, one dollar) came in from everyone on our e-mail lists (or $10 from 10% or $100 from 1%), we’ll reach our goal and emerge from this recession as a stronger magazine and website. While we’re not a non-profit (this isn’t a tax-deductible gift), know that every dollar you give goes into keeping Paste alive and, ultimately, making it even better.

While you’re at it, also let us know what more you’d like to see from Paste. What should we do (or do better) online to help you discover new music, film and more? As advertising comes back and the magazine thickens, what would you like to see in print?

CLICK HERE to give via PayPal or credit card.

With our sincerest thanks,

Josh, Tim and Nick for the entire Paste family

PS. As thanks for your help, a number of our favorite musicians and labels have donated free rare & exclusive MP3s (from artists including She & Him, Arrested Development, Shawn Mullins, Samantha Crain, State Radio, Robyn Hitchcock & The Venus 3, Rogue Wave, Passion Pit, Over the Rhine, The Minus 5 and more) for everyone who donates. And as more artists contribute, you’ll have access to those songs as well. We also have a number of goodies (such as signed R.E.M. posters, an ocean-view cabin on next year’s Cayamo cruise, and more) to give to donors in random drawings. And, anyone giving $350 or more will receive a lifetime subscription to Paste as a thank you.

You can read more about the drive in our Save Paste FAQs. View all the campaign resources (including banner ads for your website) at the Campaign to Save Paste page.

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13. May 2009 by admin.

Calling all Austin ladies, come check out Broken Ear Productions this Thursday at Cuba Libra for Martini & Manicure Night!

Come have a drink, (maybe two) get your nails done, and shop Broken Ear Production’s cool upcycled and creative jewelry and totally rad handmade clutches and bags. Be on the lookout for a special Martini & Manicure Night discount!

Click here to check out her stuff online www.brokenearproductions.com

www.cubalibreaustin.com

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12. May 2009 by admin.

Nightculture presents NOISE @ Light Bar Saturday, May 16th @ Light Bar
18+ Welcome
Doors Open at 10PM
408 Congress. Austin, TX 78701

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11. May 2009 by admin.

INsite Night (Sponsored by INsite Magazine - http://www.insiteaustin.com):

The Boxing Lesson, Built by Snow, Your Kisses Cause Crashes

DJ Czech One will be spinning at the end of the night.

Also, Austin’s Co-Lab Artspace will be unveiling the “Art Cart” aka El Changarrito showcasing a variety of well known Austin Artists and their work for sale at a great value for collectors.

Artists: Debra Broz, Ben Aqua, Anthony Romero, Mark Hensel, Ryan Lauderdale, Carlos Rosales-Silva, Sterling Allen, Claude van Lingen, Sarah Stevens, Elizabeth Hoisington, Kate Payne, JoAnn Santangelo, Lacey Richter, Christopher Brown, Amelia Winger-Bearskin, Kendra Kinsey, Paul Moncus, Matthew Rodriguez, Vincent Martinez, Veronica Ceci, Jan Florence Garven, Shawn Camp, Leslie Pierce, Germaine Keller, Chris Holloway, Amanda Winkles, Shea Little, Jana Swec, Sam Sanford, Bill Baird, Rell Ohlson, Joseph Phillips, Mary Coronado, Justin Goldwater, Zach Mcdonald, Michael Abelman, and Charles Farraro.

http://www.colabspace.org

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11. May 2009 by Candace Carlisle.

Vinyl Entertainment Presents NICO VEGA UNDERGROUND DANCE PARTY!

Tuesday, May 12th - Doors @ 8 PM
Submerged - 333 E. 2nd Street (2nd & Trinity - Across from the Convention Center)
OPEN BAR! GIVEAWAYS! PHOTOBOOTH!

Nico Vega (www.myspace.com/nicovega) is coming to Austin to play at Emo’s on Wed, May 13th. Since they’ll be in town on Tuesday night, Vinyl Entertainment joined forces with them to throw a last minute party that is free for all!

Come out to Submerged (www.submergedaustin.com) - on 2nd & Trinity to party with Nico Vega. They’ll be spinning vinyl for several hours for your dancing pleasure! Joining them will be DJ Thibault and DJ Markus with a K!

We’ll have a complimentary, open bar (while supplies last), photobooth by John Pesina, and 2 ticket giveaways for Nico Vega’s show at Emo’s the next night. FREE!!!!!

So go dance and party with Nico Vega, and then go see them perform the next night at Emo’s!

SPONSORED BY: 42 Below Vodka and Riazul Premium Tequila

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11. May 2009 by admin.

Check it out….
Friday, May 15, 2009 at 9:00pm @
THE FIFTH GALLERY/ G on 5!
305B E. 5th (downtown)

www.gomi-austin.com
www.beatimprint.com
www.thefifthgalleryaustin.com

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8. May 2009 by admin.

Check out Bird’s Barbershop tonight from 9 to midnight for the grand opening party of their new location on 1902 S. Congress.

Free performances from indie hip-hop superstar Astronautalis, local boat party enthusiast Neiliyo and the Dj-ing skills of Andy (the Mouth) all night long.

Birds will also be providing a free 3-D photobooth, video installations and plenty of 3-D glasses to properly view the shop’s mural by local artist Luther Himes.

Complimentary drinks will be provided by Sweet Leaf Tea, Tito’s Vodka, and Lone Star Beer.

Visit http://www.birdsbarbershop.com

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