With thousands of artists descending on Austin for SXSW, there are incredible acts on practically every street corner — but we'll be structuring our schedules around these new favorites.
Read on for verbal and visual introductions from the artists themselves, and check back in the next few days to find out more about the influences behind their very diverse sounds.
1. MisterWives
MisterWives' breakout song "Reflections" is not exactly a happy song, but the brilliant pop hooks will leave you smiling — as will frontwoman Mandy Lee's spirited vocals.
The sound, in their 3 words: "Heart and Soul"
THE song: "Reflections," from their EPReflections.
Also catch them: On tour with the Mowgli's, at the Firefly Music Festival.
2. TEEN
Three out of four of the women in New York's TEEN are sisters, which perhaps explains the soulful perfection of the harmonies on their new R&B flavored tunes. It's hereditary.
The sound: See the picture at left.
THE song: "Not for Long," from the band's upcoming sophomore album The Way and Color.
Also catch them at: Their record release show in Brooklyn this April.
3. The Preatures
No two songs by Sydney's The Preatures ever sound the same, but all of their work has a crisp timelessness to it that will get you moving.
The sound, in Isabella Manfredi's 3 words:"Fresh white melons."
THE song: "Is This How You Feel?" from the EP of the same name.
Also catch them at: Coachella, Bonnaroo
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