The final piece of the puzzle! This is the third and final chunk of bands I saw at SXSW. Unfortunately, it seems that this last third is - with several exceptions - more disappointing than the first and second thirds of the alphabetized list. Oh well.

Okkervil River - I quite liked their new album, so I liked the parts of the show when they played those songs. Otherwise, it was good to see a band so well supported by a city.

Paper Rad - Not really a band, but this Providence digital art group deserves a mention. They opened the Knitting Factory (and Todd P) showcase at Emo's Jr.

Phantom Limb - Saw these guys by mistake. Not bad though!

A Place to Bury Strangers - Great band, this show will knock you down.

Pony Tail - Saw them at the Todd P/Free Agency showcase at Mohawk. Interesting concept of a band.

Jay Reatard - Great show on a hot day in the park.

Retribution Gospel Choir - I was unimpressed by these guys. They played right before Mark Kozelek.

Scissors for Lefty - Scissors for Lefty headlined the Lime Wire party and did a damn good job of it!

State Radio - Saw them at the Facebook party. I was not moved.

These Are Powers - After taking a LONG time to set up, the three songs they ended up getting through were good.

Virginia Coalition - Also playing the Lime Wire party, VaCo is my co-worker Sam D's favorite band.

Wizardzz - Brian Gibson of Lightning Bolt. Needless to say it was awesome.

Woods - This is a band that would benefit from a bit more coordination in their songs. Otherwise, pretty strong.