Ontario’s Constantines has parlayed its intriguing brand of art-punk into a decade of rock ‘n’ roll relevance by balancing humor and consequence. Only a band with a special touch could write a song about suicide (“Arizona”) and, in that song, describe rock ‘n’ roll as “that great gospel jest.” Over…
Those lucky enough to catch the legendary New York Dolls at the Granada the last time they visited Dallas were treated to a hell of a show. Even though the band is down to two original members (vocalist David Johnasen and guitarist Syl Sylvain, both in their ’60s), the band never-the-less…
It would seem that one of our own is doing quite well on the national scene. Jon Cunningham, aka Corn Mo, and his band, .357 Lover, are about to release their second EP, followed by a full-length effort coming in August. That full-length will be called Diorama of the Golden Lion. .357…
School’s not ending for most districts until Thursday, but those wanting to get an early start to their summer concert plans can do so this evening at The Loft as heralded wordsmith Mr. Lif (a.k.a. Jeffrey Haynes) brings his politically conscious hip-hop to town in support of his recently released…
Not exactly a ton of big names swinging through our area this weekend, but it’s a decent mix of local and out of town talent who will ply their craft this last weekend in May. First the shows we’ve already clued you to in print or via the blog: Tonight’s…
Judging by the amount of quality acts performing in and around our fair city tonight, you might think it was the week before SXSW. Well maybe not quite, but you get the idea: There’s a lot more going on than the sure-to-be-emotional Carter Albrecht CD release show at the Granada…
Flock of Seagulls, When in Rome, Gene Loves Jezebel, Dramarama The House of BluesMay 22, 2009(Just Barely) Better Than: Starring in my own reality show called Dancing with the MILFs. Advertised as “Lost ’80s Live,” the quadruple bill sponsored by a local radio station attracted a decent-sized crowd to the…
Joshua Flemming, singer and guitarist for the relatively new local duo known as The Phuss, is hyped about the band’s debut effort (which hits the streets this summer), as well as the band’s big show this weekend, opening up for the Flametrick Subs and The Von Ehrics at the Longhorn…
Say what you will about Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, the duo known as The Indigo Girls. But, fact is, these gals have been doing their folksy thing for nearly a quarter century now. “Closer to Fine,” the Girls’ first hit from 1989 is an easy target of derision, but…
Although never a big admirer of Korn, I can appreciate guitarist Brian Welch’s decision to leave the multi-platinum band behind and dedicate himself to his chosen religion. The guy was baptized in the Jordon River and has built several orphanages in poverty stricken areas of India, so it’s pretty fair…
You know you’re getting old when a guy in a band emails and says that he can be contacted after 3:35 on weekdays because that’s when school lets out.Hayden Doskocil, 15-year old guitarist for local metal band Fear Me, Paris, was the culprit this time–but hey, kudos for the guy…
Hailing from Austin, Dead Earth Politics claims all of the cool metal influences: Iron Maiden, Lamb of God, Slayer, Mastodon, etc. And surprisingly, the quartet does incorporate most of them into its loud and dense onslaught. Lead vocalist Ven Scott was gracious enough to send over a track off the…
Brooklyn singer/songwriter Kevin Devine delicately walks the line between the personal and the political, and his nearly decade-long career has seen him signed and dumped by a major label while still maintaining a dedicated following. And Brother’s Blood, Devine’s recently issued fifth effort, may well be his best yet, offering…
Some DC9 readers poked fun at me for listing Kenny Chesney show at Frisco’s Pizza Hut Park in last week’s Good Friday blog post. Well, love him or hate him, at least Chesney has some principals: Even though he only made it through a few songs before torrential rain shut…
Mother’s Day is nigh upon us–and c’mon, you can do better than some crappy (and sappy) card. It’s time to give your mom a gift that reflects how you really feel about her. Now, she may not enjoy the following music-related gift ideas, but make sure you throw that gift…
Campy, caterwauling and definitely contagious, Germany’s Mad Sin has been doing its depraved punkabilly thing for over two decades. Led by singer Koefte DeVille, Mad Sin is all about everything but subtlety. Brash and comical–but still intense–songs such as “Rusty Nails” and “Fuel for Brains” tell you just about all…
Quite a variety of musical happenings this weekend; and it’s a nice mix of national and local fare. First the shows already covered in print or in the blog: Jesse did a nice job hipping you to tonight’s Chalie Louvin/AM Ramblers show in Fort Worth. I initially and erroneously told…
Fleetwood MacAmerican Airlines CenterApril 30, 2009Better Than: Seeing a Fleetwood Mac cover band at an AARP Convention. Seemingly every MILF in the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area made their way to the American Airlines Center last night to catch a truncated (but still powerful) version of Fleetwood Mac. The legendary rock…
Something in the Wheel is a clever country duo consisting of Mimo Morreale and Daniel Pease. Both members sing, as well as play banjo, guitar, harmonica and mandolin, and, flanked by a few extra players, the duo captivated a crowd with its down-home sound as it performed on the acoustic…
Seeing that Bob Dylan just announced a tour stop in Grand Prairie on August 7, and knowing that the bard’s new effort, Together Through Life, was released yesterday, now seems as good as time as any to check out what other Dylan product has hit the streets recently.Two of my…
Editor’s Note: Apologies for the mix-up on the date for this show. It’s Friday, for real.Renowned as a member of the legendary art/punk band Television, guitarist Richard Lloyd has spent the decades since that band’s demise as an able sideman for folks like John Doe and Matthew Sweet. Television has…
This intriguing bill features a nice pair of acts from the Pacific Northwest, each offering his and her own variety of folk and rock. Yes, both Jurado and Gibson have swung through our area in the recent past, but this is a good chance to catch them at the same…
