So far things have been great. The crowd happily enjoyed the October weather. Memories of heat and dust and even the prospect of rain didn’t seem to bring anyone down. I arrived on the scene at about noon, early enough to enjoy some bands without having to fight the crowd. In the morning I was impressed with The School of Seven Bells but I think the best show of the day went to Raphael Saadiq. Saadiq and his band took control of the stage, encouraging everyone in the audience to dance around and be involved. Each of his band members brought so much energy to the table that it was near impossible to sit idly. During these festivals you see a lot of bands but all too often they think that all they need to do is sit on stage and sing their songs.

Peter will argue that the show of the day should go to Them Crooked Vultures. I think he described the show as “taking us into the fourth dimension to pray at the temple of rock.” I enjoyed the show but somehow I can’t say that I experienced the “tidal wave of super-human emotion” that he did.

{Image credit: Austin Chronicle}

]]> http://www.startingoutsavvy.com/2009/10/austin-city-limits-2009/feed/ 0 http://www.startingoutsavvy.com/2009/09/uptown-dance/ http://www.startingoutsavvy.com/2009/09/uptown-dance/#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2009 01:57:29 +0000 Jamie Lee http://www.startingoutsavvy.com/?p=115

I LOVE dance classes. It’s sometimes difficult to motivate myself to go but once I’m there I always have a wonderful time. Peter and I are taking a couple of classes through Uptown Dance. If you’re a student in Austin and looking for a fabulous deal (what student isn’t looking for a fabulous deal?) then check out Uptown Dance’s unlimited student package. For only $50 a month you can take as many dance classes as you want! No catch. All of Ellen’s classes are particularly great! Check it out.

Follow us on Twitter!