CHICAGO - Alternative Rock band, Treaty of Paris, explains that bands make money from merchandise and touring, not just from getting signed. www.treatyofparismusic.com
AUSTIN - B.o.B., the freshest new artist out of the east side of ATL (Decatur!) finally realizes his dream of becoming a VIMBY host.
www.myspace.com/bobatl www.urb.com
AUSTIN - A Place to Bury Strangers came from Brooklyn to Austin for SXSW, promising to deliver total sonic annihilation. And deliver, they did. www.myspace.com/aplacetoburystrangers
AUSTIN - Trevor Andrew, aka "Trouble Andrew" is a heavyweight snowboarder who specializes in crunk rock. Check out his performance at VIMBY's music showcase in Austin. www.myspace.com/troubleandrew