Billy Bob Thornton(!?) with The Boxmasters
Saturday, July 26
Stubb's (801 Red River)
$12, doors at 7
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Wearing his influences—Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and Kris Kristofferson—proudly on his sleeve, the Arkansan obsessive-compulsive isn't an untalented mimic, or merely a sad sonic dabbler who came to music late in life—he's been making his own music for years, and just released his fifth studio album. Featuring an almost easy-listening country vibe, Thornton's familiar twang acts as the linchpin for most of the songs, and the lyrics are often on the simple side and confessional, as the five-marriaged Thornton lays bare his gentle side. His backing band is proficient and pretty tight, even if their arrangements are rarely challenging.
Altogether, it should be an intriguing spectacle, and there's little doubt that Thornton takes his music very seriously, and his honest approach is more than welcome. To catch them (and kindly avoid screaming Angelina jokes at the stage), click after the jump for a free ticket giveaway.
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Billy Bob Thornton:
[Official Music Site]
[New Music at Dell Lounge]
[Official Fan Site]
[IMDB]
[Wikipedia]



