The End Records confirms SXSW showcase

Official press release: The End Records has announced their annual showcase at this year's South By Southwest music festival taking place in Austin, Texas March 15th to 19th, 2006. The label showcase will feature four bands from the label's unique and eclectic roster. Those participating this year are Dutch rock act The Gathering, Norwegian prog masters Green Carnation, sound enthusiasts Giant Squid and the bizarre Uexpect. All are making their debuts at SXSW. The confirmed date, time and venue is: 03/16/06 Thu @ The Lava Lounge – Austin, TX Bands and order: 8:30 GIANT SQUID 9:30 UNEXPECT 10:30 THE GATHERING 11:30 GREEN CARNATION 12:45 BEYOND THE EMBRACE (Metal Blade Records)