This is fine.
Sold out.
Two awesome words if you are a performer. Wouldn’t it be cool if your first sold out show was your first full-length record release party? You can ask the guys (and gal) in The Eastern Sea, because that is exactly what they did at Stubb’s indoors.
Dana Falconberry opened. More notes and pics after the break…
Last night some of the ATH crew had the privilege of attending another ACL taping at the Moody Theatre downtown. This time around our taping experience was provided by now veteran indie band Dr. Dog out of Philly. It was a solid taping with no frills Americana rock n roll music and a good time was had by everyone in attendance. Follow the jump for a few of my thoughts.
 Date |
Wednesday, June 27th |
|---|---|
| Location | Mohawk |
| Doors | 900 pm |
| Tickets | $7 at the Door |
This is essentially a great local show with a great out of state opening act. The opening acts Grape Street and No Future (formerly Leatherbag) are two acts we’ve raved about on these pages, and they both put on exceptional shows live. Even if it was just these two bands, it’s worth your $7! But, you also get to see Broncho, one of the stronger acts to come out of Oklahoma. They’ve got ties to Other Lives, Starlight Mints, Colourmusic, Unwed Sailor…so they come with good pedigree, and great songs. Seriously, it’s inside, with cold beer and nice AC, so do yourself a favor and catch some great no-frills rock n’ roll.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/A-Date-With-You.mp3]Download:Grape Street – A Date With You [MP3]
We gathered our team together this past Thursday, hoping to catch a great show over at Red 7. Two of the much-hyped Interweb bands would be taking to the stage, so we figured we had to be there to see what they really had to offer. Our photographer Brian was on hand to snap some great pics despite being forced to shoot from behind and around the ridiculous amount of video cameras present.
| Date | Tuesday, June 26th |
|---|---|
| Location | The Parish |
| Doors | 800 pm |
| Tickets | $12 from Frontgate |
The next few weeks are going to be chocked-full of great shows, but this one here on Tuesday night over at the Parish is an absolute must see. Lower Dens, who feature Jana Hunter from Texas, are one of the strongest acts around. Their recent record, Nootropics, is pretty phenomenal. They’re crafting this darkly tinged emotional post-rock, and you’ve got to be there to hear it. But, opening the night is No Joy, who should have a record for us all shortly. They’ve come through town a few times, and I promise you that this group will rock your socks off. Get there early to catch Alan Resnick kick things off properly. Seriously, you have to be at this show if you know what’s good for you.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/lowerdenstealights.mp3]Download:Lower Dens – Tea Lights [MP3]
 Date |
Friday, June 22nd |
|---|---|
| Location | Stubb’s |
| Doors | 1000 pm |
| Tickets | $8 @ the Door |
I know there’s some great shows going on this Friday, but one that everyone that claims to support the Austin scene needs to be at is the Eastern Sea album Release over at Stubbs. Their new album, Plague, is something I know that everyone will enjoy, crossing boundaries of indie rock and forging into well-crafted mass appeal. This is definitely one of the Austin bands that’s on the rise, so come support the group before they hit the road. And of course, if you show up early you get to see another solid Austin (via Michigan) artist, Dana Falconberry, who’s always worth your top dollar.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/11-A-Lie-1.mp3]Download:The Eastern Sea – A Lie [MP3]
| Date | 6/21/12 |
|---|---|
| Location | Red 7 |
| Doors | 9pm |
| Tickets | $10 @ Frontgate |
Great show going down this Thursday at Red 7 with some of the best to offer in the world of electronic pop music. Headlining the show is buzz worthy band Beat Connection who seem to be blowing up right before our very eyes. The undercard of this one is also great with two ATH favorite bands in the form of White Arrows and Brothertiger. We’re going to be there and we hope you’ll join us.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/02-Palace-Garden-4-Am.mp3]Download: Beat Connection – Palace Garden, 4 Am [MP3]
Saturday night is always about fun. Your body gets to rest during the day, you get to party all night, and recover on Sunday. That’s why having Quintron and Miss Pussycat in town was perfect for Saturday night, not to mention opening acts The Golden Boys and Dent May.
Read on for our thoughts and some pictures.
| Date | Saturday, Feb 15th |
|---|---|
| Location | The Parish |
| Doors | 800 pm |
| Tickets | $12 from Frontgate |
We’ve been huge fans of Here We Go Magic for years, so we’re always going to encourage you to get out and see their live shows. The group’s got something going live, with Luke Temple orchestrating vibrant music with his band, creating joying pop music that everyone can appreciate. They come into town supporting their recent release, A Different Ship, which came out a short while ago on Secretly Canadian. Also making an appearance will be Austin’s Hundred Visions and Moonlight Gram, who I can’t seem to find anything on, but I love a good Field of Dreams reference. See you Tuesday folks.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Make-Up-Your-Mind-1.mp3]Download:Here We Go Magic – Make Up Your Mind [MP3]
 Date |
Saturday, June 16th |
|---|---|
| Location | Red 7 |
| Doors | 900 pm |
| Tickets | $10 from Transmission |
If you’re looking for one helluva show on Saturday night, Quintron and Miss Pussycat are putting on a garage party over at Red 7. Everyone already should be aware of the headliner, but I’d also like to get a special shout out to Dent May who will be filling the middle spot right after local band, The Golden Boys. His newest record, Do Things, just came out this week, and while it’s got a marked change from his last affair, it’s definitely still got the hooks that made us swoon for Dent early on. Be sure to show up early to catch all three bands; it’s cheap, plus you can support the local scene by supporting one of our own.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/02-meet-me-in-the-garden.mp3]Download:Dent May – Meet Me In The Garden [MP3]
