http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php Local Music Guide TX - Localmusicguide.net en-us Nucleus CMS v3.24 © Weblog http://backend.userland.com/rss http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php/nucleus/nucleus2.gif http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=582 Goodfellas is Jimmy Kaiser, while Kris Collins will be the featured performer on Thursday (March 11th). Call 409-861-2500 for details.]]> 01 Articles http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=582 Mon, 8 Mar 2010 02:08:00 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=580
Brought to you by Connect the Dots, better known as CtheDs, the South by Southeast Texas music festival, concert, event, etc. takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday (March 5th thru March 7th) on Crockett Street in downtown Beaumont, primarily inside Hole in the Wall and Ten Lounge.

Here is the confirmed schedule.....

Hole in the Wall
Light Parade (Friday)
The Shammies (Friday)
Research Turtles (Friday)
The Roaring 20s (Friday)
Grandfatherchild (Saturday)
Blind Pets (Saturday)
Cousin Phelpy (Saturday)
Rocky, Moon and Bolt (Saturday)
We Were Wolves (Saturday)
Sour Mash (Sunday)
The Amorist (Sunday)
The Rocketboys (Sunday)

Ten Lounge
Zachary Silas (Friday)
Miss Celia (Friday)
Ashlynn Ivy (Friday)
Baked White Bread (Saturday)
BP and Friends (Saturday)
Purple (Saturday)
UltraSuede (Sunday)

Tickets are available for $7 per day or $15 for the whole weekend, but the weekend price is only $13 at the CtheDs website. LMG advises patrons to arrive as early as possible because there is a lot of talk about these shows reaching capacity and that could leave many fans out in the cold. Visit CtheDs for more information.]]> 01 Articles http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=580 Thu, 4 Mar 2010 00:39:55 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=579 The group has reformed with sole original member and founder Brent Coon back on rhythm guitar and surrounded by what might just be the band's most potent lineup to date.
Joining Coon in Image 6 are Johnny Courville III, drums; Tony Fasano, bass; Anthony Simenthal, guitar; and vocalist, Benny McClelland, aka Benny Mac, former singer of The Scraps.
The band has its first return engagement scheduled for Saturday, March 13th, at Cash's Bar and Grill in Port Arthur. Ages 21 and older are welcome to attend. Cash's is a private membership venue and requires a $10 per year membership fee. Some shows are free for members, while others require a $5 membership fee.]]> 01 Articles http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=579 Wed, 3 Mar 2010 01:47:48 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=578 Sour Mash has been considered as one of the most entertaining acts on the local music scene. However, the band has never had what it considered to be an official product to offer fans and potential fans until now.
Sour Mash will hold its long awaited CD release party starting at 9 p.m., Saturday, at the Star Bar on Crockett Street in downtown Beaumont. Admission is $5 at the door and each person will receive a free copy of the band’s new album, “Fine Aged Spirits,” with paid entry. All ages are welcome.
Trevor Batson, vocalist and guitarist in Sour Mash, said the delay has actually been a blessing and has only serve to improve the disc.
“Altogether, it has taken us probably two years to make this record,” Batson said in a telephone interview. “But if it hadn’t taken as long as it did, then it wouldn’t be as good as it is. The delay in recording really let Joey (Lynn) and Ryan (Gist) grow into the band.”
Batson, along with drummer George Brown, are founding members of Sour Mash. The group went through a minor transformation in early 2009 and added second guitarist Ryan Gist, along with new bassist Joey Lynn III. The change in personnel “fattened” the band’s sound and added a new dimension of versatility to Sour Mash.
“Our style of music is very different from just about all of the bands in Southeast Texas,” Batson added. “I think a lot of that is the ‘jam band’ thing we have going on now. It has also been better for us because we’ve had been able to play shows with bands of other styles, whereas some bands couldn’t do that.”
Batson said there is no hidden meaning behind the album title “Fine Aged Spirits.” In fact, he considers it a tribute to the band’s persistence and longevity.
“We got the name of the disc for the fact that everyone in the band has been in or around the music scene for many years,” Batson explained. “And that experience shows on this recording. It’s really going to surprise some people considering how long it has taken.”
The 10-song disc is all original material and was recorded in the home of area music engineer, Chad McGillvreay. The CD was mixed by Dontel and mastered at Walt’s Audio.
Although Sour Mash has some on the road experience, with shows in the Houston and San Antonio-areas under its collective belt, Batson believes all of that is about to change.
“Now, with this product available for us to promote our shows and market to fans, we will definitely be hitting the road,” he continued. “We really want to get out and push this CD.”
At 27-years-old, Batson is the youngest member of Sour Mash. Although he knows this disc is only the beginning, he wants to make the most of every performance and expand his band’s presence. The recent cancer-related death of well-known local musician Karl Prien, founding member of Malayden, has only served to reinforce those thoughts.
“Everybody in our band had so much respect for Karl,” Batson said. “All of the good guitarists in the area viewed him as a teacher, but he was really a lot more to so many people.
“Music is really the only thing that makes sense for all of us in this band. We want to do it permanently. I think being able to travel and meet knew people and play music every night is what it’s all about.”
Since late 2008, the area’s rock music scene has been decimated by club closures and only a handful remain. Of those still open, fewer accept all original music bands.
“Losing The Vortex and the Scout Bar really hurt the scene, but, thanks to Joe Deshotel and the people at Connect the Dots, they are helping keep a couple of clubs booked with area rock bands and groups from Austin. It’s been a very cool thing.”
Sour Mash will perform its next show on Sunday, March 7 at the Hole in the Wall as part of the Connect the Dots event, “South by Southeast,” before traveling to Austin for a showcase on March 20 as part of the well known South by Southwest (SXSW) Festival.
Visit My Space.com/SourMashrockstexas for more information about the band or CtheDs.com about upcoming events.]]> 02 Interviews http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=578 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 20:53:16 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=577 Hole in the Wall, which is actually located upstairs at The Hub. And it has a cool rock show on tap this weekend.
Live music is featured Friday night (Feb. 26th) by area rock act Barely Blind. Admission is $7 for ages 21 and older and $10 for ages 20 and younger at this all ages concert. Joining this four-piece rock outfit are special guests Daylight Broadcast and Dear You. Also appearing are The Auxiliaries and The Senior Summer.
The show starts at 8 p.m., Friday, so get there early and plan to stay late!]]> 01 Articles http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=577 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 19:01:07 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=576 Karl Prien died early this morning after battling cancer for many months.
Karl is a respected member of the Southeast Texas music community. Not only was he a fabulous guitarist, most notably from his band Malayden, which his wife Carolyn Prien was a member, but he was also an excellent sound-man for many, many area bands.
Whether it was running sound at Changing Times or The Art Studio or places elsewhere in the area, he was always there to lend a helping hand and advice. He loved rock music, no matter the style and it showed by the variety of bands he operated sound for whenever needed.
Funeral arrangements are pending and will be posted here once provided. Farewell Karl. We'll miss you!


(This is how Karl Prien will be remembered to me!)]]> 01 Articles http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=576 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 12:41:56 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=575 Cash’s Bar and Grill in Port Arthur, and the venue goes all out this Saturday night as area modern rock outfit Forever Falls is back on stage. Special guest for Saturday’s concert features Louisiana outfit, Loser’s Reunion. Forever Falls will not only perform originals this weekend, but the band is pulling out all of the stops and will do two sets with both originals and a variety of cover tunes, including songs from bands like The Police, Billy Squier, Chris Isaac, The Outfield, Jimi Hendrix, T-Rex, ZZ Top and more. Cash’s is a private club and requires a $10 per year membership. Members typically only pay $5 per show. Call 409-729-6639 for details.

Check out one of the area’s best country bands in Cheap Whiskey, as the group has scheduled a performance at the VFW Hall in Vidor. Admission is $5 at the door for ages 21 and older, and the dancing action and concert begin at 8:30 p.m., Saturday. Call 409-768-1482 for details.

Saturday’s concert at Dylan's in Mid-County features the multi-talented outfit known as The Bogarts performing both classic and modern rock hits. This quartet has more than 50 years of combined music experience and it shows with each spectacular performance. Admission is charged at the door for ages 21 and older each weekend night.

It's Saturday, so be sure to check out the dynamic sounds of Ken Marvel and Swamp Rock, along with special guest and living legend, Jivin’ Gene at Larry's Frenc Market in Groves. Call the venue at 409-962-3381 for more information.

]]> 01 Articles http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=575 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 02:21:05 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=574 Texas Longhorn Entertainment Complex in Vinton, La. welcomes another quality artist to its stage as Randy Houser performs in concert this Thursday night (Feb. 18th) for ages 18 and older. Tickets are on sale now at all Ticketmaster outlets for $18. Tickets are available the night of the show for $22. Call 337-589-5647 for information.
The Mississippi native is touring in support of his debut CD which features the hit single "Anything Goes." Houser is not only a sensational vocalist, but he also has well established songwriting credits. According to his website, Houser, who was signed by Windswept in late 2003, and co-writers Jamey Johnson and Dallas Davidson were on the charts with “Honky-Tonk Badonkadonk” by early 2005. Since then, Randy’s tunes have been picked up by John Michael Montgomery (“If You Ever Went Away”), Justin Moore (“Back That Thing Up”), George Canyon (“Coming From You”) and more.
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The true flavor of Southeast Texas Mardi Gras begins this Thursday night (Feb. 11) in Port Arthur as the annual celebration opens with the first of four fabulous music filled nights.

Some of the performers on tap for Thursday include Johnny Vee and Zydasoul at 6 p.m., Thursday, while Bleu Edmondson headlines the main stage at 8 p.m. Local rockers Longneck Road will perform at 8 p.m. on the Gold Stage. Admission is $5 per person at the gate on Thursday, but children ages 12 and younger are admitted free of charge. Also, carnival ride wristbands are only $20 on Thursday.

The gates open at 6 p.m., Friday, and admission is $10. Live music will be featured by headliner Kevin Fowler, along with Barry Badon and the Bayou Boys on the main stage. Performing on the Gold Stage are Milestone and Off the Clock, while Motherlode and the Circuit Breakers are slated for the Green Stage.

The gates open at noon, Saturday, and admission is $10. The headlining attraction is none other than the Randy Rogers Band, which takes the stage at 10 p.m. Also performing on the main stage are Boomerang, Louisiana FIYA and J. Paul Jr. and the Zydeco Nubreeds. The Gold Stage welcomes Bayou Crossing, the James Downey Band, and the always popular, The Alley Katz. On the Green Stage are area bands Shon Branham, the Daniel Adams Band and Centerstage.

The gates open at noon, Sunday, and admission is just $8 as Mardi Gras concludes. Performances on the main stage include Wayne Toups and Zydecajun at 6:30 p.m., along with special guest Foret Tradition. The Gold Stage will be occupied by the Hip-Hop Explosion by Hezeleo, while Time Travel performs at 2 p.m., Sunday on the Green Stage.

Visit Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas for full details about events and activities.]]> 01 Articles http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=573 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:32:06 -0500 http://www.localmusicguide.net/main/index.php?itemid=572 The first event is this Saturday night inside Ford Arena at 8 p.m. as the legendary musical group known as The O'Jays perform in concert. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005 and recipients of BET's 2009 Life Time Achievement Award, The O'Jays are best known for a string of hits during the 1970s such as "For the Love of Money," "Livin' for the Weekend," "Use ta be My Girl," and the group's number 1 hit, "Love Train."
Tickets are $39.50-$59.50 each, plus service charge and are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Ford Park box office or by phone at 800-745-3000. All ages are welcome, but cameras will not be allowed.

Also on the schedule this week is the 27th annual Taste of the Triangle, which will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday. The annual event is a feast of food and fun, and even includes music from the Remember When Orchestra. Proceeds benefit local charities.
Tickets are $15 in advance and are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Ford Park box office, or charge by phone at 800-745-3000. Admission is $20 at the door.
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