The Austin 100: Field Report

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Field Report.

Josh Cheuse/Courtesy of the artist

Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Genre: Roots Rock

Why We're Excited: Field Report's Christopher Porterfield got his start playing alongside Bon Iver's Justin Vernon all the way back in their DeYarmond Edison days, and now his Field Report project is getting its due after several strong albums. Summertime Songs slickens Porterfield's sound without sacrificing warmth or depth, as evidenced by the hooky, handclappy anthem "Never Look Back."

SXSW Schedule:

• March 14: Swan Dive (615 Red River St.)
• March 15: Continental Club (1315 S. Congress Ave.)
• March 15: Radio Day Stage @ Austin Convention Center (500 E. Cesar Chavez St.)