The Wednesday Show
Your BTR Wednesday mix starts with a balance of fresh and what we like to call ‘ole reliable’—some choice throwbacks in the form of alternative with Ra Ra Riot, folk via Zoe Boekbinder, and a set with a beat including Collective Efforts. Also, tune in for brand new music from Veronica Falls, Miracles of Modern Science, and Lusine. And hit up info on next week’s part 1 of 2 SXSW preview shows! DJRePete gets your day started on BTR Wednesday!
Veronica Falls
February 27 – The Cluny – Newcastle, UK
Hot Panda
February 28 – The Cobalt – Vancouver, BC Canada
The Virginmarys
February 27 – Rock City – Nottingham, UK
Cusses
(Photo by Cusses)
February 27 – Desperados – Washington, DC
Lusine
(Photo by Jim Bennett)
Collective Efforts
(Photo by Collective Efforts)
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