The Photo Atlas at the Marquis Theater, SXSW blues

SXSW 2010 is in the bag, and of the few consolations I can muster, only this is worth mentioning – we have access to acts that have been, seen, and returned. Like pilgrims back from the holy land, I await to hear their stories, regale in relics gathered, and bask in new sonic awakenings. Well, I sit, dreaming, but in the meantime, do yourself a favor, listen to The Photo Atlas. They played March 11, 2010 at the Marquis Theater: good yelling, great drumming, and more than enough reasons to shout along. They were allegedly waitlisted this time around in Austin after splashing big in years-past; however, I would not be surprised if they got in.

But I probably hold SXSW in too much reverence and imbue too much gravitas on what is, after all, just another music festival. Still, pray of 2011.