This is fine.
Amid all the hype and recent accolades, Cloud Nothings breezed into town, only to be pushed outside by the Sony Vita Lounge. The redesigned Red 7 definitely provided an awkward pre-show ambiance, but as we would soon find out, nothing was going to stop Cloud Nothings.
| Date | 2/25/12 |
|---|---|
| Location | Red 7 |
| Doors | 9pm |
| Tickets | $10 @ Frontgate |
Of course you know ATH will be making it over to Red 7 for the Cloud Nothings show going down on Saturday night. We’ve been following the band since they first came our way at the beginning of last year with their stellar debut LP. Opening support for the evening is provided by A Classic Education and our very own Midgetmen. This is the place to be on Saturday kids.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/01_No_Future_No_Past.mp3]Download: Cloud Nothings – No Future No Past [MP3]
| Date | Wednesday, April 13th |
|---|---|
| Location | Mohawk |
| Doors | 630p |
| Tickets | $12 from Transmission |
British Sea Power has been around long enough to where the odds are most people know their music, and in all likelihood, if you haven’t, you at least recognize their name. We won’t harp on about them too much, but we’re really excited about the opening bands that are kicking the show off. First, A Classic Education is one of the buzz bands of the year, having won many people over with their stylish pop, reminding us all what great music can be made of carefully plotted soundscapes. Then there is Colourmusic, a band we’ve long supported, and loved. They’ve got a new album coming your way in May titled My _____ is Pink, and it’s a big step in a new direction, one that will surely find the band taking over the world. Three great bands, one cheap price? That’s right, Mohawk on Wednesday night.
[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/06-Tog.mp3]Download: Colourmusic – Tog [MP3]
“Tog” is from My ____ is Pink, out May 10th.
I’ve been debating about whether or not to completely abandon electronically enhanced tunes, a la the Sleigh Bells and what nots, and listening to Italy’s A Classic Education really is pushing me further in that direction. The vocals have a little bit of distance, yet there’s a familiar quality, as if you’re listening to the band play in your roommate’s bedroom. Guitars seem to sort of coast through casually, yet with this incredible sharp presence. Lucky for all us Stateside, we’ll get a chance to hear new tracks from the band when their Hey There Stranger EP hits shores on September 21st via Lefse. Give me guitars and good tunes, and I’ll always be your friend.
Download: A Classic Education – Gone to Sea [MP3]
