Sunday, December 11th, former Strokes guitarist Nick Valensi rolls into Trees with his new project CRX. They are touring in support of their debut album New Skin, which was produced by the beloved Josh Homme. Support is provided by Streets of Laredo. The first single off the album is "Ways to Fake It" which they... Continue Reading →
Grouplove at House of Blues Dallas
This band is such a fun treat live, this was the third time I have seen them. Each tour in support of their albums, Never Trust a Happy Song, Spreading Rumors, and now Big Mess has been a gathering of dancing, energy, and trippy colors rolling everywhere. They are a casual group of performers that... Continue Reading →
Music Review: The Last Bison
The Last Bison is an up and coming, seven member group out of Virginia. I have spent the last week streaming their entire catalog on Spotify and I feel like the best way to describe their music is "the perfect soundtrack for sitting next to campfire in the woods on a starry night." This description... Continue Reading →
Broncho at City Tavern Dallas
Tuesday, January 20th Downtown Dallas. The City Tavern was hopping, and I don't mean that as a figure of speech. There were so many people packed dancing to Oklahoma band Broncho that the wall and floors were bouncing. I had never heard their music and only did a quick listen before I went to the... Continue Reading →
Keith Kenny and The Big Red Suitcase Tour
I am given an invitation by an agent to see artist Keith Kenny, who is on the road for his Big Red Suitcase Tour. He is making two stops in Fort Worth and he is "very dynamic live." I agree to go to his performance at The Handmade Studio for the Arts. So Friday night,... Continue Reading →
Interview with Little Daylight, Playing at House of Blues Dallas on August 13th
In support of their debut album Hello Memory, Brooklyn trio Little Daylight will be performing at the House of Blues Dallas on August 13th. I was able to get some questions answered by the band as they are currently on the road to Texas, here is the Q&A direct from the band members themselves. How... Continue Reading →
Neon Trees at House of Blues Dallas
On Sunday, June 1st, Neon Trees brought their Pop Psychology tour to the House of Blues Dallas. Fresh off the release of their newest album, Pop Psychology, Neon Trees started the night with a teasing build of their opening song behind a white curtain. As the curtain fell lead singer Tyler Glenn held nothing back.... Continue Reading →
Austin City Limits Festival 2013 Weekend 2 Day 1
This was my first trip to ACL (Austin City Limits). I entered the gates at about 11:30 AM to the sounds of Texas staple, Asleep at the Wheel singing "Miles and Miles of Texas." What a great way to welcome me into the lovely Zilker Park on this insanely humid and hot morning. I was... Continue Reading →
Clearfork Music Festival Band Preview: He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister
Saturday, September 21st, the Clearfork Ranch right along the beautiful Trinity River in Fort Worth, Texas is going to be the place to be for the Clearfork Music Festival. This all day, family friendly festival is being presented by Keep Texas Live and features the band He's My Brother, She's My Sister. This quartet consists... Continue Reading →