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Otis Wilkins

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We here at KUTX aren’t shy about our adoration for Austin songwriter Taylor Wilkins. And why would we be? Between his two semi-eponymous projects – the hard rockin’ Otis the Destroyer and the soft poppin’ Otis Wilkins, Taylor doesn’t really miss. We’re still patiently holding out for a full record from the latter, but Wilkins’ “quality over quantity approach” has us pretty sated for the time being. That said, you can expect a new slew of singles from Otis Wilkins in the near future. Each one features our fearless Destroyer’s falsetto vocals, carefully-chosen key chords, and crafty guitar work. The latest track, “Eat Yer Phone” came out at the top of July, but its body-positive pop is best enjoyed in a cameo-covered video that just dropped today. So instead of doom scrolling or fueling epidermal insecurities, see if you can count how many local musicians you recognize in the visual feast that is “Eat Yer Phone“.

We here at KUTX aren’t shy about our adoration for Austin songwriter Taylor Wilkins. And why would we be? Between his two semi-eponymous projects – <a href="https://otisthedestroyer.bandcamp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the hard rockin’ Otis the Destroyer</a> and <a href="http://otiswilkins.bandcamp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the soft poppin’ Otis Wilkins</a>, Taylor doesn’t really miss. We’re still patiently holding out for a full record from the latter, but Wilkins’ “quality over quantity approach” has us pretty sated for the time being. That said, you can expect a new slew of singles from Otis Wilkins in the near future. Each one features our fearless Destroyer’s falsetto vocals, carefully-chosen key chords, and crafty guitar work. The latest track, “Eat Yer Phone” came out at the top of July, but its body-positive pop is best enjoyed in a cameo-covered video that just dropped today. So instead of doom scrolling or fueling epidermal insecurities, see if you can count how many local musicians you recognize in the visual feast that is “<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3yAAAxz1qY" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eat Yer Phone</a>“.

Otis Wilkins: “Eat Yer Phone”

There are a lot of ways to pay tribute to one’s pedigree, but few are quite as charming as keeping a family nickname alive. And in an odd sort of role reversal of Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade, Austin singer-guitarist Taylor Wilkins re-appropriated his father’s college moniker “Otis” for a pet dog before adopting the handle himself. Wilkins’ has since enjoyed success as the eponymous frontman of indie-shoegaze four-piece Otis the Destroyer, and more recently with his alt-rock endeavor Otis Wilkins. Otis Wilkins reaches into a retro-stratosphere of soundscapes relatively untouched by the Destroyer, with an emphasis on ’60s-’70s pop and rock. The project launched in 2018 with the Strangest Place EP and caught national attention with two singles the following year (“Shaker #42” and KUTX/NPR Music favorite “Joni Mitchell Was Punk”). Otis’ last offering was 2020’s “Charlene”, but after two years of pensive pandemic patience, Wilkins is finally back with more. Jack White/Widespread Panic producer Brett Orrison helped shape a new slew of singles for 2022, a sequence that starts today with “Kamakura”. Inspired by the burial place of legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa as well as the tone and narrative pacing of his iconic films, the marching band-style snare drum cadence, ethereal vocal reverb, cutting guitar solo, and heavenly synth pads of “Kamakura” all add up to a ghostly but reverent experience that transcends into immortality.

There are a lot of ways to pay tribute to one’s pedigree, but few are quite as charming as keeping a family nickname alive. And in an odd sort of role reversal of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO1MuJ_ijF8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade</a>, Austin singer-guitarist Taylor Wilkins re-appropriated his father’s college moniker “Otis” for a pet dog before adopting the handle himself. Wilkins’ has since enjoyed success as the eponymous frontman of indie-shoegaze four-piece <a href="https://otisthedestroyer.bandcamp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Otis the Destroyer</a>, and more recently with his alt-rock endeavor <a href="https://otiswilkins.bandcamp.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Otis Wilkins</a>. Otis Wilkins reaches into a retro-stratosphere of soundscapes relatively untouched by the Destroyer, with an emphasis on ’60s-’70s pop and rock. The project launched in 2018 with the Strangest Place EP and caught national attention with two singles the following year (“Shaker #42” and KUTX/NPR Music favorite “Joni Mitchell Was Punk”). Otis’ last offering was 2020’s “Charlene”, but after two years of pensive pandemic patience, Wilkins is finally back with more. Jack White/Widespread Panic producer Brett Orrison helped shape a new slew of singles for 2022, a sequence that starts today with “Kamakura”. Inspired by the burial place of legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa as well as the tone and narrative pacing of his iconic films, the marching band-style snare drum cadence, ethereal vocal reverb, cutting guitar solo, and heavenly synth pads of “Kamakura” all add up to a ghostly but reverent experience that transcends into immortality.

Otis Wilkins: “Kamakura”

Episode 84 – Interviews and performances with the best of Austin’s hard-working musicians being interviewed by local comedians. Sometimes strange, sometimes serious, but always sincere. Brought to you by Music Firsthand.Hosts BeckiJo Neill and Kim Stacy sit down with Otis Wilkins at Hyatt Regency and they talked about Buc-ees, mustache koozies, Project ATX6, Deborahs, show stories, touring hacks and they play a game of “Never Have I Ever”.  Plus… a great live performance!Check out the full video on YouTube and remember to support the artist by giving it a like!Enjoy y’all!Recorded live May 7,2019 from Hyatt Regency in Austin, TexasSponsored by Austin Eastciders Collaboratory, Hops &amp; Grain, and Nine Banded Whiskey!This show is made possible because of generous patrons!Become a patron for as little as $1 and get access to rewards, bonus content and exclusive features.Join the club:  Comedians Interviewing Musicians Vodcast PodcastHosts: BeckiJo Neill and Kim StacyCheck out the live video and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Hire a local band with our live music booking app that matches you based on lifestyle and brand. Request the app here: Music Firsthand. Keep up with the Austin music news for free with the Austin Music Firsthand Magazine on Flipboard.

Episode 84 – Interviews and performances with the best of Austin’s hard-working musicians being interviewed by local comedians. Sometimes strange, sometimes serious, but always sincere. Brought to you by Music Firsthand.Hosts BeckiJo Neill and Kim Stacy sit down with <a href="https://otiswilkins.bandcamp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Otis Wilkins</a> at Hyatt Regency and they talked about Buc-ees, mustache koozies, Project ATX6, Deborahs, show stories, touring hacks and they play a game of “Never Have I Ever”.  Plus… a great live performance!Check out the full video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvdBOsMGHdQ" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a> and remember to support the artist by giving it a like!Enjoy y’all!Recorded live May 7,2019 from Hyatt Regency in Austin, TexasSponsored by Austin Eastciders Collaboratory, Hops &amp; Grain, and Nine Banded Whiskey!<a href="https://musicfirsthand.live/comedians-interviewing-musicians/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/musicfirsthand" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"></a>This show is made possible because of generous patrons!Become a patron for as little as $1 and get access to rewards, bonus content and exclusive features.Join the club: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/musicfirsthand" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Comedians Interviewing Musicians </a><h5>Vodcast</h5> <h5>Podcast</h5>Hosts: BeckiJo Neill and Kim StacyCheck out the live video and subscribe to our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/musicfirsthand" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube channel.</a> Hire a local band with our live music booking app that matches you based on lifestyle and brand. Request the app here: <a href="https://www.musicfirsthand.live" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Music Firsthand</a>. Keep up with the Austin music news for free with the <a href="https://flipboard.com/@musicfirsthand/austin-music-firsthand-oadjh4jqy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Austin Music Firsthand Magazine</a> on Flipboard.

Otis Wilkins on Comedians Interviewing Musicians

Austinite singer-guitarist Taylor Wilkins may historically be most associated with his pedal board-addicted rock band Otis the Destroyer, but when he sheds that Shiva-esque title, Taylor re-appropriates his father’s college moniker (and first dog’s given name) once again to transform into Otis Wilkins. Otis only has three singles to his name as of yet, and together they’ve showcased a gargantuan sound, sprawling out across distorted electric guitar, boulder-sized drum beats, and Wilkins’ curt, slacker-inspired vocals. Rest assured, there’ll be more from Otis Wilkins to digest on the horizon, but get a peak of “Charlene” – the newest tune that features production by Walker Lukens and vocal harmonies from Jane Ellen Bryant (and more)! Catch him live tonight at Hotel Vegas for the KUTX-presented single release show!  -Jack Anderson

Austinite singer-guitarist Taylor Wilkins may historically be most associated with his pedal board-addicted rock band <a href="https://kutkutx.studio/studio1a/otis-the-destroyer-4-2-19" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Otis the Destroyer</a>, but when he sheds that Shiva-esque title, Taylor re-appropriates his father’s college moniker (and first dog’s given name) once again to transform into <a href="https://www.facebook.com/otiswilkinsmusic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Otis Wilkins</a>. Otis only has three singles to his name as of yet, and together they’ve showcased a gargantuan sound, sprawling out across distorted electric guitar, boulder-sized drum beats, and Wilkins’ curt, slacker-inspired vocals. Rest assured, there’ll be more from Otis Wilkins to digest on the horizon, but get a peak of “Charlene” – the newest tune that features production by <a href="https://kutkutx.studio/studio1a/walker-lukens-4-23-19" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Walker Lukens</a> and vocal harmonies from <a href="https://kutkutx.studio/studio1a/jane-ellen-bryant-7-9-16" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jane Ellen Bryant</a> (and more)! <a href="https://texashotelvegas.com/calendar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Catch him live tonight at Hotel Vegas for the KUTX-presented single release show!</a> -Jack Anderson