Some pretty solid pickings on this Thursday evening, thanks to three music shows and an art show from some of the area’s finest rockers…
For a singer-songwriter often associated with protest songs such as “Alice’s Restaurant” and “Coming into Los Angeles,” Arlo Guthrie comes across as anything but a protester over the phone. “Actually, I’m a registered Republican,” Guthrie says while speaking on his cell phone in a hotel room in upstate Ohio. “And…
A very eclectic mix of performers in our area tonight including a big-time hip-hop act’s reunion tour and a show from some old-school punks out of New Zealand…
Still a bit of post-SXSW spillover happening this evening as a Belgian act and a British act highlight a nice collection of area shows…
As is typical for this time of the year, SXSW backwash results in a nice slew of bands hitting our area tonight…..
Andy McCluskey and Paul Humphreys formed Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark in 1978. Within a couple of years, the duo had grown into a quartet and released “Messages,” the first of several hit singles that brought the band fame and critical kudos. Yet, after seven successful albums, Humphreys left the…
A busy, busy Thursday evening tonight as the weekend cranks up a day early. SXSW crossover travel is certainly adding to our own scene’s musical hustle and bustle…..
For a guy crossing Missouri in a ragged van in the middle of winter, Eric Elbogen sounds fairly chipper. And happy he should be: Elbogen’s band, Say Hi, is out on tour supporting their seventh effort, Um, Uh Oh, an album that’s garnering some of the best reviews of Elbogen’s…
Things slow down just a bit tonight as SXSW gets fully underway tonight down in our state capital. Still, there are certainly some viable musical options available this evening for the discerning listener…
If known only for his work with the legendary trio known as The Minutemen, bassist Mike Watt would still have his place in rock ‘n’ roll lore. But even after that band disintegrated following the death of singer/guitarist D. Boon, Watt pressed on and formed another acclaimed trio: Firehose. And,…
Good golly Miss Molly! SXSW frontwash is flooding into seemingly every venue in town. Enjoy it while it lasts…..
Eek! It’s time for SXSW spillover, the yearly event in which the hordes of bands heading to Austin collect a little gas money by playing our fair area. But I’m not one to complain: Good music is good music, no matter where or when it’s played…
The Toadies, Ume, Ishi, True Widow and Here Holy Spain at the Dallas Observer St. Patrick’s Day Party Saturday, March 12, 2011 Energy Square Better than: Sitting for hours in one spot, getting drunk and watching the parade. The sea of green stretched for miles in both directions on Greenville…
Even though a lot of attention is (deservingly) aimed at the 35 Conferette starting tonight in Denton (see our picks for must-see shows happening this weekend at the festival here), there are still quite a few interesting musical happenings occurring at other area night spots…..
If known solely for his work with the legendary punk rock trio The Minutemen, Mike Watt’s rock ‘n’ roll reputation would be secure. But after the death of guitarist D. Boon brought The Minutemen era to a close in 1985, Watt persevered and eventually formed another acclaimed trio, Firehose. And…
As we gleefully approach the beginning of 35 Conferette, there’s still a humpday night of music to deal with. And with two amazing guitarists in our area, as well as performances from some excellent local acts, why not get the musical festivities started tonight?…
Just before the 35 Conferette gets into full swing on Thursday, we have ourselves an eventful Tuesday evening to consider. And if you’re a fan of metal, country or American Idol, this is definitely the night for you…
Just a couple of musical options this Monday evening, but fans of progressive rock and country rock will (sorta) be happy…
Just back from the band’s first tour of Europe, Seattle’s The Head and the Heart are currently making their way across the U.S. opening up for The Walkmen. Interestingly, the two acts couldn’t be more dissimilar. But that dichotomy should mostly result in a beautiful blending of styles. Playing soft-spoken…
One touring show and a ton of great local talent highlight this evening’s musical options…..
Linkin Park, Circa Survive and Paper TonguesMarch 2, 2011American Airlines Center Better than: an SMU frat party. From across the state and even across state lines, more than 12,000 fans amassed inside the AAC last night to witness the spectacle that is Linkin Park. And nowhere else could one witness…
It’s a busy Wednesday evening that features a rescheduled arena show, two great club performances and a local bill that will definitely have the oddest fashion sense out of all of these options…..
