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Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Alphabetical listing page: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5   PDF Schedule Current as of 3/18 ( Venue Map )

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TBA showcases are listed in random order

Benko
Genre: Pop Hometown: Austin TX
www.benkotheband.com
Named after the star of the 1936 Japanese film "Hello, Tokyo", Benko was formed in Austin in 2003 and features a non-traditional lineup of vibraphone, bass and drums. Their first recording, "An International Affair" was self-released in November 2005.

“Benko couldn't sound more like a perfect blend of Bill Evans and Brainiac” - The Austin American Statesman