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SXSW 2009: Interview with the Vivian Girls (video)

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11:01 pm
Thursday, Apr 2, 2009
by Robin Cook

The Vivian Girls were the Energizer Bunnies of SXSW, playing 18 shows in four days. Yes, 18 PopMatters caught up with them after Show #16 and they talked about their beginnings, their favorite B movies, and upcoming projects.



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