26 Nov 09 Will Polka for Beer
The one thing that is a constant in Texas is that if it is Friday night, there is music playing somewhere. It’s not always the Stevie Ray Vaughan or ZZ Top wannabes that you find. In fact, in many bars, grills and restaurants, you can hear some really talented people performing either their own songs, music written by others but with a personal interpretation, or even songs that are part of their national… Continue reading
Posted by: John South
Tags: Alpenmuzikanten, Bavarian Grill
23 Nov 09 Alternative Rock Band Produces Memorable CD
Texas music’s rock band Flyleaf now has its second CD out for the public. Continue reading
Posted by: Sam Moore
Tags: Fly Leaf, Texas music
23 Nov 09 Womack Joins Strait Tour
Texas music ties are strong, with the upcoming George Strait, Reba McEntire and Lee Ann Womack tour. Continue reading
Posted by: Sam Moore
Tags: George Strait, Texas music
21 Nov 09 Welcome Home Shelley King
Shelley King, 2008 Official State Musician of Texas, presents us with a new offering, Welcome Home, that that not only highlights the flexibility of her vocal talent, but also underscores the craftsmanship that she and the Subdudes (John Magnie, Tim Cook and Steve Armedée) put into each and every song. One factor of craft that really standouts out in this recording… Continue reading
Posted by: John South
Tags: Shelley King, The Subdudes
20 Nov 09 Greenville Doctor Also a Very Talented Songwriter
Greenville Doctor Matt Koger is getting a lot of attention on the Texas music scene with his songwriting and performing. Continue reading
Posted by: Sam Moore
Tags: Greenville, Matt Koger, Texas music
19 Nov 09 New Orleans Group Rocks It in North Texas
MuteMath, a New Orleans rock group, entertained the crowd at the Palladium in Dallas. Continue reading
Posted by: Sam Moore
Tags: MuteMath, Texas music
19 Nov 09 BJ Thomas Gets Rare Home Gig
Texas music legend BJ Thomas will sing the national anthem prior to Sunday’s Cowboys-Redskins game. Continue reading
Posted by: Sam Moore
Tags: BJ Thomas, Texas music
19 Nov 09 Houston Area Songwriter Meetings and Organizations
NSAI Houston Monthly Meeting and Open Mic
Next meeting is Sunday, Nov. 22nd, 4:00pm, at JP Hops House, 2317 Hwy 6 South. For more information on NSAI Houston’s meetings, contact Dave at dbannen@hotmail.com
Houston Songwriters Association
Next meeting Sunday, Dec. 13th, 2:00pm at JP Hops House, 2317 Hwy 6 South. For more information, visit http://www.houstonsongwriters.com
NSAI Houston North Metro Chapter
Next meeting is Tuesday, January 5th beginning at… Continue reading
Posted by: John South
Tags: Houston Songwriters Association, NSAI Houston North Metro Chapter, Songwriting
16 Nov 09 Austin Songwriters Conference
There will be a conference for songwriters on Jan 29 thru 31 in Austin where songwriters can attend classes on just about everything that has anything to do with the business of songwriting. Some of the best songwriters in the world will be there including Rodney Crowell (who is bringing Mary Karr too!!), Allen Shamblin (I can’t make you love me if you don’t/ and 15 other number ones), Chuck Cannon ( BMI Eight-Million-Air award…Great… Continue reading
Posted by: John South
13 Nov 09 DubSpot’s Ableton Live 8 Tour hits Austin
(Editor’s Note: The following is a Press Release by Steve Rickinson for DubSpot.)
Austin – November 14 & 15, 2009: DubSpot’s Ableton Live 8 US Sessions Tour is coming to Austin! Join us for a unique series of interactive workshops, Q&As and live performances from a diverse pool of talented artists, instructors and established musicians. Experience a weekend full of daily sessions, each specially designed to developed and enhance… Continue reading
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Tags: instruction, Production
