Rhode Island garage punkers, Gymshorts, are preparing for a showcase at this year’s SXSW festival, bringing their loud, aggressive rock halfway across the country. Familiar faces in Austin, the band’s signature rasp has been heard by festival goers since 2015. Raw and unfiltered, you can check out Gymshorts’ organic, primordial punk rock at Hotel Vegas at Volstead on 3/18. Hit the link below to hear their latest EP, Wet Willy. –Brian Varneke