Three Days To Rise || December 7-9, 2006
Busy three days ahead. Lots of text to dig through below. -SM
THURSDAY
Mount Eerie's Phil Elverum
Metrognome Collective annnd Rubber Gloves: Mount Eerie / Adrian Orange with Child Slave Rebellion
Get to Fort Worth's Metrognome by 5:30 p.m. (roughly an hour from when this post goes up) for the first taste of Phil Elverum (The Microphones), and barrel down to Denton by about 10 p.m. for the second taste of the minimalist K Records singer/songwriter. Last time we saw Mount Eerie, Elverum was by himself and forced the Gloves to turn all of its lights off for his set, so if that interests you, expect more of the same tonight. Twice.
Club Dada: BocaTinta Birthday Bash
Anything that features Astronautalis garners an automatic Dd recommendation, and if you haven't seen the SMU alum storm a stage with more charisma than just about any MC in the nation, then you're missing out. Fortunately, the rest of the lineup is intriguing, starting with pAper chAse keyboardist Sean Kirkpatrick with his early residency slot at 8 p.m. He's that rare solo piano-driven songwriter who can actually match an intriguing piano line to a great song, so do try to arrive early. Though make sure to get a stretch break between the opener and Astro's closing set, as one busy and diverse lineup strolls through between them, including a few acts we've never seen live before (Will E. Lee, I Heart Trouble), one we love (Shibboleth) and one whose new music album disappoints compared to his local stand-up routines (Dave Little). Hey--even Eddie Murphy had a tough time, man. 15% of proceeds for this birthday show go to Bryan's House...golly, it's all charity this December, ain't it?
Double Wide: Marcus Striplin (of Pleasant Grove) / Smile, Smile
If Dada wasn't so busy, I'd be at this Zac Crain benefit, but since it is, I'm not. Sorry, Zac.
FRIDAY
Dr. Dog (photo: Ryan Collerd)
Good Records: Dr. Dog (free, 4 p.m.)
Granada Theater: Black Keys, Dr. Dog ($15-$20, 8 p.m.)
We Shot J.R. has a nice Q&A with one of the Black Keys online right now, so we'll focus on the other half of this touring combo, Dr. Dog. Back in '05, we caught these goofy Philly bastards at Emo's during a SXSW day party and were astonished at how well white boys could convert the Motown spirit into rock music worth dancing to again. Well, we're still astonished, and we'll be front-and-center at the quintet's free Good Records in-store performance, if not the Granada show afterward as well. Figure out a way to leave work early on Friday and stand with us between the multi-colored CD racks...you won't regret it. (Unless, of course, we forget to shower again. In which case, just stand a few feet away.)
Double Wide: The Golden Falcons / Rose County Fair / White Denim
Assumedly, the Golden Falcons will finally have their full, normal lineup again, assuming that their amazing, balls-out guitarist Joshua Weber is in town from graduate school, but even the Falcons' brand of mega-rock isn't the big reason to show up. Nor is Austin's White Denim, though that's close, as they landed on our top three concerts of the year with what they did to us at their last Dada blues-punk freakout explosion and by themselves make this gig rival the Keys/Dog show across town. But this show's biggest selling point, actually, is Rose County Fair, the John Pedigo-led country-rock four-piece that has very quietly become one of the best things to happen to Dallas since big hair. They'll have free CD copies of their newest studio tracks on hand, available for sampling before their debut full-length hits next year, so pick you up one, won'tcha?
Chocktaw Casino Resort (Durant, OK): Loretta Lynn
Remember when Loretta cancelled her last appearance at Billy Bob's? We haven't heard about that show being rescheduled in the Dallas area, so this may be your last chance to drive less than an hour and a half to see her. Jack White, of course, will be nowhere near Oklahoma during this gig. Don't let that sway you.
Wreck Room: The Drams
Stuck in Fort Worth? Sad that Dd isn't known as DdFW? Then bitch about us at the Wreck Room while the Drams barrel over your corpse with Brent Best's best songwriting since Everything You Thought Was Right Was Wrong Today. Can't vouch for the openers since we ain't seen 'em, but oh, how we love the band name The Shut-Up Shop (who, by the way, have their entire album available for free at that MySpace page, so that's somethin).
SATURDAY
Hailey's: A Spune Christmas 2006 ($12, 5:30 p.m.)
Again, Spune Productions rolls out yet another overlong show full of great local artists, breaking our general "no more than five bands per event" rule. But of course, when it's this solid of a lineup, we have trouble making too much of a fuss, because other than The Marked Men, none of the local bands (click here for further links to every act) should be missed. Record Hop will be on a touring hiatus after this one, while Pleasant Grove insists that they'll have at least one never-before-heard song during their set, so there's some unique stuff if that helps.
Rubber Gloves: Centro-matic / The Drams
Ooooh, cross-town big-show rivalry! Centro-matic returns to its hometown after an east coast tour last month (and before a southern tour starting next week); we'll be sure to ask lead singer Will Johnson if rumors of a Redo The Stacks 10th Anniversary concert/re-release will come to life in March '07.
Barley House: I Love Math / Handclaps & Harmonies
Your best bet if you can't get out to Denton on Saturday. Is what we're hearing about recent Barley House robberies true? If so, watch your stuff. If not, well, watch your stuff anyway. We don't trust any of the underage frat boys that call the House home these days.
THURSDAY
Mount Eerie's Phil ElverumMetrognome Collective annnd Rubber Gloves: Mount Eerie / Adrian Orange with Child Slave Rebellion
Get to Fort Worth's Metrognome by 5:30 p.m. (roughly an hour from when this post goes up) for the first taste of Phil Elverum (The Microphones), and barrel down to Denton by about 10 p.m. for the second taste of the minimalist K Records singer/songwriter. Last time we saw Mount Eerie, Elverum was by himself and forced the Gloves to turn all of its lights off for his set, so if that interests you, expect more of the same tonight. Twice.
Club Dada: BocaTinta Birthday Bash
Anything that features Astronautalis garners an automatic Dd recommendation, and if you haven't seen the SMU alum storm a stage with more charisma than just about any MC in the nation, then you're missing out. Fortunately, the rest of the lineup is intriguing, starting with pAper chAse keyboardist Sean Kirkpatrick with his early residency slot at 8 p.m. He's that rare solo piano-driven songwriter who can actually match an intriguing piano line to a great song, so do try to arrive early. Though make sure to get a stretch break between the opener and Astro's closing set, as one busy and diverse lineup strolls through between them, including a few acts we've never seen live before (Will E. Lee, I Heart Trouble), one we love (Shibboleth) and one whose new music album disappoints compared to his local stand-up routines (Dave Little). Hey--even Eddie Murphy had a tough time, man. 15% of proceeds for this birthday show go to Bryan's House...golly, it's all charity this December, ain't it?
Double Wide: Marcus Striplin (of Pleasant Grove) / Smile, Smile
If Dada wasn't so busy, I'd be at this Zac Crain benefit, but since it is, I'm not. Sorry, Zac.
FRIDAY
Dr. Dog (photo: Ryan Collerd)Good Records: Dr. Dog (free, 4 p.m.)
Granada Theater: Black Keys, Dr. Dog ($15-$20, 8 p.m.)
We Shot J.R. has a nice Q&A with one of the Black Keys online right now, so we'll focus on the other half of this touring combo, Dr. Dog. Back in '05, we caught these goofy Philly bastards at Emo's during a SXSW day party and were astonished at how well white boys could convert the Motown spirit into rock music worth dancing to again. Well, we're still astonished, and we'll be front-and-center at the quintet's free Good Records in-store performance, if not the Granada show afterward as well. Figure out a way to leave work early on Friday and stand with us between the multi-colored CD racks...you won't regret it. (Unless, of course, we forget to shower again. In which case, just stand a few feet away.)
Double Wide: The Golden Falcons / Rose County Fair / White Denim
Assumedly, the Golden Falcons will finally have their full, normal lineup again, assuming that their amazing, balls-out guitarist Joshua Weber is in town from graduate school, but even the Falcons' brand of mega-rock isn't the big reason to show up. Nor is Austin's White Denim, though that's close, as they landed on our top three concerts of the year with what they did to us at their last Dada blues-punk freakout explosion and by themselves make this gig rival the Keys/Dog show across town. But this show's biggest selling point, actually, is Rose County Fair, the John Pedigo-led country-rock four-piece that has very quietly become one of the best things to happen to Dallas since big hair. They'll have free CD copies of their newest studio tracks on hand, available for sampling before their debut full-length hits next year, so pick you up one, won'tcha?
Chocktaw Casino Resort (Durant, OK): Loretta Lynn
Remember when Loretta cancelled her last appearance at Billy Bob's? We haven't heard about that show being rescheduled in the Dallas area, so this may be your last chance to drive less than an hour and a half to see her. Jack White, of course, will be nowhere near Oklahoma during this gig. Don't let that sway you.
Wreck Room: The Drams
Stuck in Fort Worth? Sad that Dd isn't known as DdFW? Then bitch about us at the Wreck Room while the Drams barrel over your corpse with Brent Best's best songwriting since Everything You Thought Was Right Was Wrong Today. Can't vouch for the openers since we ain't seen 'em, but oh, how we love the band name The Shut-Up Shop (who, by the way, have their entire album available for free at that MySpace page, so that's somethin).
SATURDAY
Hailey's: A Spune Christmas 2006 ($12, 5:30 p.m.)
Again, Spune Productions rolls out yet another overlong show full of great local artists, breaking our general "no more than five bands per event" rule. But of course, when it's this solid of a lineup, we have trouble making too much of a fuss, because other than The Marked Men, none of the local bands (click here for further links to every act) should be missed. Record Hop will be on a touring hiatus after this one, while Pleasant Grove insists that they'll have at least one never-before-heard song during their set, so there's some unique stuff if that helps.
Rubber Gloves: Centro-matic / The Drams
Ooooh, cross-town big-show rivalry! Centro-matic returns to its hometown after an east coast tour last month (and before a southern tour starting next week); we'll be sure to ask lead singer Will Johnson if rumors of a Redo The Stacks 10th Anniversary concert/re-release will come to life in March '07.
Barley House: I Love Math / Handclaps & Harmonies
Your best bet if you can't get out to Denton on Saturday. Is what we're hearing about recent Barley House robberies true? If so, watch your stuff. If not, well, watch your stuff anyway. We don't trust any of the underage frat boys that call the House home these days.
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Fri, 12/8 - Callithump Presents: Buffalo Killers , LIONS, The Future Unlived at Club Dada, 2720 Elm St at 10pm, $5/21+, $7/under 21. This is the official "Black Keys After Party" show. You can receive $2 off admission with your Black Keys stub or a flyer. I'll have flyers available at Good Records on Friday for the Dr. Dog instore at 4pm. Also, check out an interview with Zach, from Buffalo Killers at Ryan's blog, Zine-O-Phonic. (free CD offer!)
Sat, 12/9 - Callithump's "Black & Red Christmas" with The Black, Red Leaves, Blackheart Society, Red X Red M at Club Dada, 2720 Elm St at 9pm, $6/21+, $8/under 21. 1/2 Off Admission when you bring a NEW toy for Toys for Tots!
Sun, 12/10 - Callithump Presents: Slider Pines, Low Red Land (SF), Birds & Batteries (SF), The Naptime Shake at Club Dada, 2720 Elm St at 8pm, $5 cover, 17+ welcome!
duh, ladytron at haileys friday.
hey sam.. was that you going into good records today?
I thought it was you but I wasnt sure.. I didnt want to bum rush some redheaded bearded guy and go "hey sam! wasup!"
marked men rule are you kidding me?
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That was not me. New doppelganger, huh? Fucking bearded redheads.
yeah man..
he even had his hair cut like yours...
exactly.. If I had a camera you would freak cus it was a dopelganger.. I think he was wearing a t-shirt that said
"little d, big D"
Dr. Dog is from Philadelphia. Not Ohio. I know you're big on corrections.
My uncle's from Philly and I always say he's from Ohio, so it's actually quite natural for me to have messed that up. Apologies. It's fixed.
I haven't seen them live, but from their myspace page Marked Men look to be very energetic and melodic. Plus, anything Mike Throneberry's involved with is usually good. Great guy and great drummer.
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