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ATX Spotlight/Show Preview: Chicon (02.19)

February 18, 2015 nicole.baumann Leave a comment

I’m always down for more shoegazey/dream pop to love, but even more so down for shoegazey/dream pop that comes from our sweet sweet city. So I’m quite pleased to introduce you to some locals to love, Chicon, a four piece who’ve been putting out music since the summer of 2013, according to their Bandcamp page. Their sound is a mix of wistful noise pop and jangly rock, with dueling male and female vocals from Jeremy Diaz and Lila Paillon. The song I’ve got for you below is from their sophomore record, Sin Ti, which came out last summer digitally, but is being released physically this Thursday(02.19) at Hole In the Wall (doors @9:00pm). “Crush” gives you just a little taste of what this band has to offer you, so listen to the rest of Sin Ti here and head out this Thursday to throw some love towards these folks.
<a href="http://chicon.bandcamp.com/album/sin-ti">Sin Ti by Chicon</a>

Friday Austin Show Spotlight

October 16, 2014 nathan.lankford

Tons of shows going on this weekend. So much so, that I decided to break it up into Friday vs Sat./Sun. Always keep in mind, these are just my personal tastes, and a little healthy suggestion, but if you’re a music nerd, go find something to watch…tons of other places with tons of great music. Click on to find some highlights for Friday evening. Read more

Show Preview: La Snacks @ Hole In The Wall

April 13, 2011 RayRay Leave a comment

Date	4/14/11
Location	Hole in the Wall
Doors	8pm
Tickets	$3 @ Door

Not too long ago, we shared some info about Austin band La Snacks and their upcoming new 7″ vinyl single. Well the boys have reached the physical release date of their new material and plan to celebrate with a show at Hole in the Wall on Thursday night. The lineup continues to build with solid locals Zoltars, The Gary, and The Calm Blue Sea. I can’t imagine a better lineup of up and coming Austin bands. Oh and the whole thing is a measly $3 so you better be there.

[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/La-Snacks-AA-02-My-Little-Sugary-Friend.mp3]

Download: La Snacks – My Little Sugary Friend [MP3]

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Jonathan Richman in Austin!

February 10, 2011 nathan.lankford Leave a comment

Who doesn’t love a headless photo crop? Well, aside from that, Austin is being blessed this week by a semi-residency of the great Jonathan Richman. He’s one of the greatest American songwriters all time, who got his start with the band The Modern Lovers. Still going strong, Jonathan just released his latest solo album O Moon, and it’s been quietly enjoyed around my house. Jonathan will be playing a show at Hole in the Wall tonight, as well as a few more gigs at The Continental Club. This is your chance to watch one of the great icon of American music do his thing, so be sure to get out to at least one of these gigs, if not all of them.

[audio:https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/08-Hospital.mp3]

Download: The Modern Lovers – Hospital [MP3]

Li’l Cap’n Travis @ Hole In The Wall (12/23)

December 21, 2010 RayRay One comment

Date	12/23/10
Location	Hole in the Wall
Doors	8pm
Tickets	FREE!

Being the holiday season and all, live music is looking to be pretty slim pickings this week. Those looking to get out and about should head over to Hole in the Wall on Thursday night for a live set by one of Austin’s best kept secrets in the form of Li’l Cap’n Travis. Fellow local country style bands The Lonesome Heroes, Ricky Stein, and Olde World will all be on the stage as well.

[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/SteadyAsSheGoes.mp3]

Download: Li’l Cap’n Travis – Steady As She Goes [MP3]

Shows

These United States @ Hole In The Wall (10/15)

October 14, 2010 RayRay One comment

Date	10/15/10
Location	Hole In the Wall
Doors	9pm
Tickets	$5 @ Door

Probably our favorite band from D.C., These United States are making a highly anticipated stop in Austin at Hole in the Wall on Friday night. Joining the boys on stage are the Thrift Store Cowboys and recent Austin migrant Colling Herring. You seriously won’t find a better band for your buck show on a Friday night in Austin. See ya there!

[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/TheseUnitedStates_EverythingTouchesEverything.mp3]

Download: These United States – Everything Touches Everything [MP3]

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Great Nostalgic @ Hole in the Wall (7/16)

July 14, 2010 RayRay Leave a comment

Date	7/16/10
Location	Hole in the Wall
Doors	8pm
Tickets	$5 @ Door

A couple of our former A2W bands, The Great Nostalgic and The Sour Notes are getting things going at Hole in the Wall Friday night. Those two ATH faves will be joined by relative unknowns (to us anyway) Zorch and Row Zero. For 5 bucks, you can’t find a better lineup of local talent.

[audio: https://austintownhall.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/01-Spirit-World.mp3]

Download: Great Nostalgic – Spirit World [MP3]

Shows

ATH Interviews: Black Joe Lewis

October 20, 2009 RayRay One comment

Shortly after our time at ACL, we realized that we failed to interview any of our favorite local acts playing over the weekend. To make up for our miscue, we caught up with up and coming Austin artist Black Joe Lewis via email. Black Joe has been hard working hard and touring the country with his band The Honeybears after releasing his debut LP earlier this year. Follow the jump to read full interview.

UT Back To School Fest @ HITW (8/29)

August 28, 2009 RayRay One comment

Date	8/29/09
Location	Hole in the Wall
Doors	9pm
Tickets	Free – $7 @ Door

Hole in the Wall is the place to be on Saturday if you want to check out the best and brightest of up and coming local artists! The lineup is just straight nasty and highlights include ATH favorites Quiet Company, Frantic Clam, Deathray Davies, DJ Mel and a whole butt load of others that won’t all fit in this small space. Ticket prices vary throughout the day so here’s the lowdown on that:

Free from 2-7
$3 from 7-10
$7 from 10-2am

So I say post up at 2, don’t leave, and never pay an entrance fee. Check out do512 or that fancy poster for full lineup info. Why not make back to school more like happy time?

Shows

FT5: Best Austin Music Venues

August 14, 2009 nathan.lankford 12 comments

We spent a lot of time this week debating our favorite venue. What constitutes the perfect place to catch a show? Is it sound alone, or beer prices? Maybe it’s both. We decided that we wanted to narrow it down to the best five places in town where you’ll most likely see one of us, or one of our favorite bands playing. We even developed a rating system for them. We’ll be using our typical 5 Star system (1 being the lowest, 5 the highest) to rate the following areas: Sound Quality, Band Quality, Beer Prices, Atmosphere, and Mobility during packed shows. Follow the jump for full article.
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