In just a few weeks, Dallas bridge enthusiasts will be graced by a performance from The Relatives, a classic Dallas soul group that seems to prefer Austin’s audiences to that of their hometown. But they’re not the only ’60s/’70s Dallas soul band whose name has resurfaced recently. Just last year we…
If you look at the direction of Thurston Moore’s three solo records — released over the span of 16 years starting in 1995 — you can’t help but notice he’s getting further away from Sonic Youth. 1995’s Psychic Hearts was heavy and angular, and 2007’s Trees Outside the Academy mellowed…
Looks like the 2012 apocalypse predicted by the Mayans is taking a completely unexpected form. That’s right: Creed has announced a tour that will come to Grand Prairie’s Verizon Theatre on Wednesday, May 12 — right around the time their forthcoming record is rumored to be released.Ticket prices range from…
This morning our inbox had a note about yet another North Texas act given the Daytrotter treatment. Fort Worth’s Whiskey Folk Ramblers recorded a four-song-session for the website, including tracks “Pies of Old Kylene” and “Leavin’ Here.” The session highlights the band’s sinister gypsy — and, at times, klezmer — folk…
This weekend is a big one for Sore Losers, who are celebrating the release of their new EP, We Are Sore Losers, at Trees on Saturday night. Joining them on the bill is Dallas Cowboy Martellus “I Love Cap N Crunch” Bennett, as well as a host of other local…
Mat Kearney is a crossover human. He’s had one foot in pop music (see 2006 pop hit “Nothing Left To Lose”), and another in hip-hop. His most recent album, Young Love, sees him incorporating more of a hip-hop/spoken word element than ever before. And so far, it’s been his biggest…
Neon Indian is back with a new single, “Fallout,” from 2011 album Era Extraña. The song is accompanied by a video, directed by what looks to be the makers of Heathcliff lilfuchs.Watch as a totally hot cartoon babe cruises the desert in an ’80s Corvette. She pulls up to a…
With all Jason Pierce has been through over the past two decades, it’s a wonder he’s still alive. Even more miraculous: His band, Spiritualized, is still together. Even though his drug-heavy days are behind him, Spiritualized’s recent albums are still just as hazy as Pure Phase and Lazer Guided Melodies.A…
It’s kind of hard to look the other way when you see that Shelby Lynne’s coming to Dallas, and the Kessler Theater of all venues. Should be a great, intimate place to catch a handful of the country star’s hits.That’s just the start.We already mentioned Daniel Hart at El Sibil…
It’s safe to say Carrollton’s own Vanilla Ice has pretty much mastered most genres of music. Most genres, that is, other than indie rock. But now, thanks to this informative piece done by E!’s The Soup, Ice is back with yet another brand new invention: Indie Ice.Check him out as…
The year was 1983 when Rio Room, located in Highland Park, opened its doors for the first time. The crowds of seemingly wealthy hipsters (yes, I believe they had those back then) swelled on nights when Dallas cast members and other big stars commonly graced the club.Today, not a lot…
The last time violinist Daniel Hart headlined in town, he led his three backing players through a 30-minute, six-song set of melodic pop. It happened in a blink, but during that short time the music was deliberate and powerful. It burned hot, then it burned out. Such is the tendency…
If there is a current British Invasion, it’s being led by UK’s high-charting indie-pop band Florence and the Machine. They’re so hot right now. It didn’t hurt that they had a song featured at the end of one of the Twilight movies, which, in the music world, is like being…
Smile Smile’s big new-album-new-website-announcement today was unfortunately overshadowed by an unlucky occurrence over the weekend, when Ryan Hamilton and Jencey Hirunrusme lost all of their merchandise on Friday night. According to Hamilton, the two were reorganizing their merchandise inventory and put it into Hirunrusme’s car. She parked it in front…
It’s a day that’s been prophesied and speculated about for years: The day one of the extremely talented members of Eisley goes solo. Would it be Sherri DuPree-Bemis or Stacy King? Both have shared songwriting duties for the family band, but King, the youngest member, is finally breaking out on…
Ah yes, it feels like we’re finding our footing, 2012. You started off slow, but this weekend’s concert list proves you’re finally on track. Erykah Badu & The Cannabinoids at the Granada Theater tonight probably tops the list of shows to see, but we already talked about that show in…
For those Dallas music fans who put Death Cab For Cutie’s Codes and Keys in your favorite albums of 2011 file, this bit of news will be interesting. Death Cab For Cutie have announced a performance at McFarlin Auditorium on Friday, May 4. Here’s where it gets interesting: The indie…
One of the biggest records of 2011 came from San Fransisco’s Girls, who successfully mine early rock and roll influences to create notable and at times brilliant albums. Gorilla Vs. Bear has championed the band for years, and the blog is bringing Girls to the Granada Theater on Friday, March…
It’s no secret St. Vincent has a certain affection for pop-punk heroes a few generations back. Note her impressive collaborations with the Talking Heads’ David Byrne, which include live performances, a record and an interpretation by a 12-piece marching band. Now St. Vincent (er, Annie Clark) seems to be having…
There’s a good handful of shows in town this weekend, including The Local Edge’s showcase with Burning Hotels, Mon Julien (Cory Watson of Black Tie Dynasty), Air Review and Menkena at the Granada Theater tomorrow night.Triple Play: Hunter Hendrickson, Spooky Folk, Exit 380Friday, January 13, at the Kessler TheaterThis is…
And Bingo was his name-o. Taken from a 2009 encore of Ben Kweller’s set in Salt Lake City, Utah. At least that’s what the Youtube tag says…
In the days leading up to Friday night’s How The Edge Stole Christmas, KDGE 102.1-FM The Edge’s annual holiday music festival at Grand Prairie’s Verizon Theatre, the radio station talked up a big concert announcement that was to be made sometime during the show.Turns out it was a pretty big…
