The big SXSW Festival came to a close with more day parties and special showcases. I started the day off with some friends playing at Drungo, Brent Adair and Flat Stanley. Then I made my way to Stubbs for the Rachael Ray party, which featured Jakob Dylan (with Neko Case) and She and Him (Zooey Deschanel and M. Ward). Later it was more friends in Summer Wardrobe and finally, the Alex Chilton Tribute at Antone’s. This was supposed to be the big reunion of Big Star, the influential pop-group. But, lead singer Alex Chilton passed away earlier in the week, leaving the music community at a loss. Many of the SXSW stars paid tribute to Chilton during the time slot that was supposed to host the reunion. It was a touching and appropriate celebration of an important life.
Jakob Dylan at Stubbs, that’s Neko Case with the red hair
Rachael Ray, it’s her party!
Zooey Deschanel of She and Him
And that’s M. Ward
Flat Stanley at Drungo
Summer Wardrobe
The Postelles came on right before the Chilton Tribute. They are a Strokes-like band from NYC.
The Big Star tribute to the late Alex Chilton was so special. Many stars came out to show their support and appreciation for this amazing talent.
Curt Kirkwood of the Meat Puppets
Chris Stamey
M. Ward
Big Star’s Ken Stringfellow
Mike Mills of REM
John Doe
Sondre Lerche
Chuck Prophet
Evan Dando
Amy Speace – Evan Dando is on the right
Rousing final rendition of September Gurls with Susan Cowsill and the Watson Twins
Drummer Jody Stephens adds some final words and his thanks at the end of an amazing evening.
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