Even if you’ve been to as many shows as I have, SXSW always manages to dazzle with its myriad of live performances. The fact that nearly every barbecue joint, bar, and grocery store becomes a makeshift music venue for the week means that you’re bound to see some cool things, even if you’re just walking […]
The From the Intercom team is once again headed to Austin for SXSW! Here’s a quick list of what we’re most excited about seeing… and please say hi if you happen to be there! Joy Ride directed by Adele Lim As much as I loved Crazy Rich Asians, I found the appeal of that particular […]
Can you believe it’s been five whole years since From the Intercom started making year-end lists? Five. Whole. Years! I still remember sitting alone in the local coffee shop (which has since closed down), typing away at a list that I thought that no one would bother to look at. My selection process for the […]
Grainy film. Stark blue skies contrasted with grey concrete. Vintage camcorders and 90s headphones that have been dusted off just to be put in front of the camera once again. These are just a few motifs that indie artists from all over the Japanese music scene are embracing. It’s a new aesthetic that evokes […]
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