Never mind that it’s only March. Go ahead and pencil in Literature’s “It’s Cruel” for local music video of the year. Directed by Shawn Kornhauser, this DIY gem offers a re-enactment of the Keanu Reeves/Patrick Swayze foot chase scene from the 1991 action flick Point Break. No joke.

Literature, “It’s Cruel”

Motel Aviv, “The Unknown”
One of OTR’s Top Ten Locals to Watch in 2011, Motel Aviv just dropped its debut single and this accompanying video, directed by James Webb.

Youtube video

The Act Rights, “Them Hips”
This week’s Austin Music Weekly spotlight lands on the Act Rights, a new garage-soul outfit with a few excellent demos that rattle like early Cramps. Thanks to the team at 5th Street Studios, this live set captures the sweaty essence of a typical Beerland outing.

This article appears in February 25 • 2011.

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