Deezie Brown and Jake Lloyd of Geto Gala are gearing up for their performance at the Austin City Limits Festival with some unique fashion plans.
The duo recently met at Peter Pan Mini-Golf where they discussed design ideas for their festival outfits, including a potential lightning bolt or question mark stitched into the leather of their clothes by a seamstress.
Set to perform on the Beatbox stage at 1:45 pm on Sunday, Oct. 5, their preparation has been met with both excitement and a light-hearted wardrobe dilemma.
Meanwhile, fellow Austin musicians Philip Lupton and Truett Heintzelman from Briscoe will take the stage for their first-ever ACL performance on Friday at 5:30 pm.
Both acts will be performing under the relentless Texas sun, which guarantees a warm reception, not just from the crowd but also from the weather.
As seasoned artists, Brown and Lloyd have shared advice for their Briscoe counterparts regarding the heat, urging them to stay hydrated during their performance.
“Water. No, seriously, lots of water,” Lloyd insists.
Lupton responded with some skepticism regarding Brown’s ability to withstand the heat, especially since he was donning a longline vintage-style leather coat, which led to a humorous exchange during their mini-golf outing.
Although the focus was on music, the casual gathering served as an introduction between two distinct crowds within Austin’s vibrant music scene.
Brown and Lloyd have been honing their craft for years, working towards a debut album titled Major League, which is filled with nostalgic sounds reminiscent of the Nineties.
They aim to create music that represents their community while pushing the boundaries of their creative partnerships.
In contrast, Lupton and Heintzelman are riding the release of their new album, Heat of July, which includes poetic lyrics rooted in their experiences traveling across the American landscape.
Though their musical styles differ, the two duos share a bond that has been cultivated through years of performing and writing.
Even in their casual putt-putt game, there’s an underlying sense of camaraderie as they share insights and inspire each other.
Lupton and Heintzelman’s music draws from Americana influences, resulting in a genuine and story-driven sound that has earned them notable opening slots with major acts.
Heintzelman recalled how driving tirelessly in a van provided ample time for writing, emphasizing their intention to craft lyrics that resonate with listeners on a deeper level.
Their close friendship and collaborative spirit refute any speculation on whether they’re related, highlighting that good music often stems from shared experiences and backgrounds.
Both duos are looking to exchange ideas and potentially converge their contrasting musical styles through collaboration, demonstrating Austin’s ethos of genre-mixing and creativity.
“Collaboration between different genres is what Austin’s really all about,” Lloyd remarked, hinting at the possibility of a future project involving both groups.
As they prepare for ACL, their performances promise to blend hip-hop and folk influences, showcasing the rich diversity of the local music scene.
Ultimately, regardless of genre, they all wear the same jacket of artistic expression — one that emphasizes community and connection in Austin’s ever-evolving landscape.
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