We play “Midnight Storm” a SXSW gig at HiLo in Austin on March 17. Read more
A couple of posts about us in the blogosphere:
One of the prizes in Culture Bully’s March Madness Giveaway is a copy of our Little Fingers single. Check it out!
The blog Ramblings on Music, Texas, Etc. has this to say: “I have to admit I’m a bit late to this party, but I like what I hear so far from this band.”
We played at HiLo in Austin during SXSW. Check out more pictures here. Read more
Practice makes perfect from Hungry Villagers on Vimeo.
This was one of the first practices with Ferrick, back in Oct. 2008.
By Dave Houck
Driving towards Austin from Houston for the first time was a beautiful experience in itself; nothing else could have put me in the right mindset than to gaze out over the fields and Savannah-like terrain. With the sun pouring down upon us, and the cool, spring air rushing in the car, I found myself thinking that I was in South Africa, more than once. And almost found myself looking out the window, trying to spot an animal.
We arrived in Austin around 2-3 pm and the weather could not have been better. Driving towards our destination, which was the venue we were to play at later that evening, had an almost medicating touch to it. I came upon the realization that all of these tons and tons of people (including all the beautiful women) that we kept passing by, are here because of one thing, music! Now, I have raised my respect level for music itself. It is powerful!!! It’s art that brings thousands of people together, changes moods in an instant, and can make someone’s not-so-great SXSW into the best day or week of their life (so far).
I saw a few talented musicians, but there was one that I must say truly gave me an inspiration that was long needed. Ferrick called me at 2:30 and said that M.Ward was playing in an hour or so. So Abe and I rushed down to see if we could catch the show. We got there just in time, Matt walked out on stage and Abe said to me, “look, he’s not one of these kids.” He didn’t have to look like someone special. He came on stage, very casually, and played the best solo show I have seen, to this day.
Thank you to all the folks that came out to see our show, and to all who helped make this thing a success.
We had a great time playing at HiLo in Austin during SXSW. Already looking forward to next year! Check back soon for more pics. Read more
Little Fingers is officially available to buy, strait from us, or on iTunes. We’re really thrilled at some of the things people are saying.
Aleisha4 on iTunes wrote a nice review: “these guys are gonna be everywhere in no time. trust me, you don’t wanna miss out.”
Sunna on iTunes says: “definitely the band I’m most interested in seeing blow up in the next few months.”
Kewlmusik is featuring Tree Full of Ghosts and says “great bass and vocals and I love how the song ends.”
Duck & Cover writes “Frankly, I’m surprised they haven’t blown up by now. Maybe it’s early. Maybe it’s the time of year.”
Thanks everyone!
Celebrate as Hungry Villagers release their debut single, Little Fingers. Come hear them play and be one of the first to buy a CD! Also offering a Limited Edition Vinyl 7″ — Get it while it lasts.
Date: March 28, 2009
Start Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Cactus Music, 2110 Portsmouth, Houston, TX 77098
Title: Westheimer Block Party
Location: Numbers Night Club, 300 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX
Description: Whew! A whirlwind month. Hungry Villagers went to San Antonio and Austin, and now they’re back home. This will be a fun festival. According to the Free Press: “The day event is free as always and you can see 100+ great, local and regional bands for FREE.”
Start Time: 1 PM
Date: 2009-03-28
Funky pics from a recent gig. Read more
