We’re out to steer you toward the best in last minute stocking stuffers for the music junkie in your life. (We’re also quick to point out those gifts to avoid.) We’ve got five great picks — one a day this week. Our final piece is perfect for that person who…
Willy Braun’s other gig: Reckless Kelly. (Katie Garcia Photography)9th Annual Songwriter’s Showcase December 19, 2007 House of Blues Better than: Being at a BAR Association mixer. Last night, country hunk Roger Creager hosted the 9th Annual Songwriter’s Showcase at the House of Blues. Despite the Mavs/Suns game going on concurrently,…
We’re out to steer you toward the best in last minute stocking stuffers for the music junkie in your life. (We’re also quick to point out those gifts to avoid.) We’ve got five great picks — one a day this week. Part four is a decent compilation that doesn’t cost…
We’ve been thinking about it, and sometimes a Q&A doesn’t cut it when we’re talking about our favorite local bands. So, we’re trying something new: the video segment on our favs. This time out, DC-9 photographer/videographer Jonathan Finley met up with The Crash That Took Me at a recent show…
Last week, we mentioned a slight rumor abuzz that legendary lesbian nightspot Sue Ellen’s was getting an upgrade. Caven Enterprises announced today that that’s pretty much official. As of January 13, Caven closes bar turned two-story dance club, Throckmorton Mining Company to transform it into “a larger, more versatile venue…
One of the lovely Dirkx brothers was kind enough to provide DC-9 with this great video from Gerard Dirkx first solo show last week at Opening Bell. Here, he plays the classic Telefones tune “The Ballad of Jerry Godzilla.” Watch, enjoy, love. — Chelsea Ide…
We’re out to steer you toward the best in last minute stocking stuffers for the music junkie in your life. (We’re also quick to point out those gifts to avoid.) We’ve got five great picks — one a day this week. This third part is important to read if you’re…
Nothing says Christmas like mash-ups of hip-hop against old British dudes. Local producer LehtMoJoe stirred up 50 Cent, Paul McCartney and local band Free Agent into a decent and listenable holiday remix blending 50’s “In Da Club” and McCartney’s “Wonderful Christmas Time.” Agent’s somewhere in there, too. Take a look…
I may really be an idiot. I know for sure I’m not smarter than a drag queen, but I think, of all things, reality TV has gotten the best of me. I received word from the Turtle Creek Chorale today that they had been named semi-finalists in NBC’s new show…
We’re out to steer you toward the best in last minute stocking stuffers for the music junkie in your life. (We’re also quick to point out those gifts to avoid.) We’ve got five great picks — one a day this week. This second item will make your music historian friend…
Gil Mantera’s Party Dream: Drunk and naked. (Krissi Reeves)Spune Records Xmas Dance Party Featuring: Gil Mantera’s Party Dream Dec. 16, 2007 Hailey’s in Denton Better Than: Putting on your party dress and watching Skinemax …on weed! If you are into M-anty Parades, wild M-antics and excellent synth-pop music, then Gil…
Badfinger circa 1971.Looking for those last minute stocking stuffers for the music lover in your family? We’ve found five stellar ones — one a day this week. We’ll also steer you clear of bad box sets and the like. So, here’s the first item that will bring a smile to…
DeMarcus Wade works it at the Anonymous Runway Exhibit. (Erica Hoff)It was too damn cold this weekend. We know we shouldn’t bitch, it could be colder (or so our moms remind us). On the upside, there were a couple seriously awesome shindigs this weekend. Scope our favorites below. Anonymous Runway…
DeMarcus Ware: Dallas’ Next Top Model? (Erica Hoff)It was lights, cameras, fashion last night during the Anonymous Runway Exhibit held at the Lifestyle Fashion Terminal in Victory Park. However, the those who showed up to strut their stuff were anything but anonymous. Dallas Cowboys players Kevin Burnett, DeMarcus Ware, Bobby…
Arson, Thorn vs. Side’s debut CD, was one of the best local releases of 2006, capturing a band growing beyond easy categorization, dressing up the classic hardcore punk of the Bad Brains with a metallic sheen and even throwing in some pop smarts. So what did guitarist/singer Nick Nowell do…
We suggest checking out all the work at Collision, including that by the lovely Ange Fitzgerald. Hear Clint Scism explain Collision and see a few more of the works. (Ange Fitzgerald)A brisk tutorial into what occurs when “things” collide: In the wondrous world of computing, collision refers to “an instance…
We figured you’d rather look at a half-naked Kara Monaco than the dudes in Sounding the Silence.The weather outside is frightful but possibly worth getting into with some of the following shows around town. In fact, I even kept that in mind with shows that can also offer some cozy…
Sadly, Ike Turner was better known as a wife beater and coke head than one of the fathers of rock and roll. Last year, he released Rising with the Blues, a defiant, biographical statement of purpose that offered no excuses or apologies for his mistakes and past indiscretions. His searing…
Cedar Springs isn’t quite the mecca for live music that Deep Ellum and Lower Greenville are, but J.R.’s Bar and Grill is making an attempt to change that just a bit. The strip of gay clubs will probably always be the go-to spot for dance music, drag shows and some…
Gerard Dirkx was a founding member of The Telefones, Dallas first and best new wave band. Formed in 1979, Jerry Dirkx played lead guitar and sang, Chris Dirkx played drums, Steve Dirkx played bass and Will Clay played saxophone and synthesizer. The band’s first single, “The Ballad of Jerry Godzilla,”…
We love when we get the chance to go, “Have you heard that?” Today’s is special, it’s a little reworking of Soulja Boy’s “Crank That” in honor of our boy Tony Romo. Really, you just need to watch it. — Chelsea Ide…
OK, we’ll say it: You missed it. Last night’s Iron & Wine show at the Palladium had an organic, ethereal feel to it. We danced, we sang and, of course, we took pictures. For those who opted to spend their Monday night watching crap TV, we suggest you check the…
