Having southern roots is first and foremost a matter of growing up in a deeply conflicted region and yet finding it somehow impossible to either resolve or leave. It has to do with seeing clearly the failures of both home and the individual, yet nevertheless clinging to this identity.
Live music can be a joyous and cathartic experience. For those of us who live in its thrall, it can move us in ways like no other artistic endeavour or leisure pastime has the power to do.
American Aquarium was the final performance in the 11 pm slot at EXIT/IN on September 14, and Americana Highways was happy to be able to catch their set.
It's a Friday night, in mid August. American Aquarium roll into town in brand new digs, a big, fancy rock ‘n' roll glorified tour bus, pulling a nondescript gear trailer.
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