The weather channel predicted rain, and rain it did. I woke up in my hotel room, took a shower, blowdried my hair and then looked out the window… it was pouring. Another stop was instantly added to the itinerary- I must get a rain coat, or a poncho, or an umbrella, or even a large-sized trash bag. SOMETHING that would keep me from being miserable in the rain. Unfortunately, everyone else had the same idea.
I went to Ross, the security guard laughed at me when I asked if they had any raincoats left. He informed me that over 150 people had asked him that same question within the last hour. Then to Target, no luck. Then to some sort of fashion discount store, no luck. Then I did what I should have done all along- Walmart.
I got my umbrella, a hat AND a hoodie for extra measure. I was prepared! The music festival was wet… that’s the best adjective I can think of for it… but not the only one.
The Austin City Limits Music Festival was also packed with amazing musicians such as Flogging Molly, Citizen Cope, Mos Def, K’naan, the list goes on and on.
The music was amazing, but I cannot lie, the amount of shivering and THO left me running to the exit after only about 5 hours. I was cold. I was wet… but I was impressed.
The lead singer walked up to the microphone with a Guinness in hand. “Guinnes is a good breakfast.” Keep in mind this was at 4:00 PM… I should have brought him some cereal and some 8th Continent Soymilk. J But what do you expect from an Irish Punk band- love them!!!
And Mos Def- with all of his worldly inspirations hit the stage and banged on the drums and impressed me as he always has. He has been on the music scene for a long time, and he has only gotten better.
ACL Music Festival was AMAZING! Next stop is the Texas State Fair. First, I am stopping at a Kroger’s to pick up some snacking for the road. I have had a recent addiction to Bare Naked Granola.
If you aren’t hanging out with me on my tour yet- make sure you do!