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Sixteen Deluxe
12+ albums
indiePsychedelic Rockalternative rockshoegaze
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Sixteen Deluxe are a psychedelic noise-pop band from Austin, Texas, best known for their energetic, deafening live performances and lysergic studio creations. Formed in April 1994, they quickly generated a heap of buzz in Austin, filling local clubs with a kinetic mix of sonic assault, pop melodies, smoke, lights, and film projections. Originally comprising singers/guitarists Carrie Clark and Chris “Frenchie” Smith, bassist Jeff Copas, and a rotating cast of drummers, within a year the group was hailed as the loudest and most exciting on the Austin scene. Early notable gigs included the infamous Red River haunt Chances (presently home to Club DeVille); an impromptu two-song opening slot for Stereolab at Emo's; and a series of guerilla-style invasions of Austin house parties. Butthole Surfer King Coffey's Trance Syndicate label took notice, and sent the band into the studio in August of 1994 to record their debut 7" for the legendary label: "Idea" b/w "Honey", which was lauded by SPIN Magazine as one of the Top 10 Singles of 1995. Recording sessions for their first LP, Backfeed Magnetbabe, took place over the Christmas holiday of 1994, with assistance from Cherubs front man Kevin Whitley. Released in May 1995, Backfeed Magnetbabe was met with near-hysterical critical praise, garnering the band a stack of favorable notices in SPIN, CMJ, and Melody Maker, and widespread college radio airplay. After the video for "Idea" hit rotation on MTV's 120 Minutes, attention reached
