While Chaos in Tejas draws in crowds looking for trouble, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit will be slinging songs about heartbreak for those trying to keep themselves out of it. The singer/songwriter’s sensibilities are rooted in Americana and laced with dark, dismal lyrics that cut to the core. Jason Isbell’s blues-drenched, alt-country spins stories of whiskey nights, dive bars, desperation and doomed love affairs. Songs like “Cigarettes and Wine" outline anecdotes filled with regret and misery, wherein lies a bittersweet comfort - the haunting awareness of the human condition that brings the down-and-out together with songs of sorrow. more ›

Maria Taylor is one half of Azure Ray, has supported acts like the Faint and Connor Oberst, and has made her home on Saddle Creek records since 2005. Her latest release, . They're supported by local acts Brazos and The Alice Rose. We're super excited to see this show tonight, and we hope you'll come join us. Here, we'll make it easy: more ›

Local favorites Okkervil River released their new full-length today. It's called The Stage Names, and we'll be running a feature length review of it on Thursday. Art in Manila Set the Woods on Fire (Saddle Creek) Orenda Fink, ne half of the now-defunct Azure Ray, has been writing and recording solo work for a while now, but her most recent project is a collaboration between Fink and a group of folks that used to... more ›

Peter & The Wolf is/are preparing for a spring tour which will feature not only the soothing sounds of the Austin-based singer/songwriter Red Hunter, but a tour-only CD. Though this 6 week jaunt around the country will feature the same reliable Toyota as previous trips, one notable difference is the permanence of Hunter's accompanying band, which will remain solid throughout the tour. Some lucky locals around hosting towns will be featured as choir members... more ›

M O N D AY [ 31 ] music/party · The White Ghost Shivers' Halloween Ball at American Legion Hall! Burlesque, Independence Brew, apple bobbing with the TX Roller Girls, Tarot card readings, a kissing booth and more. The White Ghost Shivers will also be performing a live soundtrack to accompany Buster Keaton's "Cops." ($25, 9pm) music · Galactic, Mofro and New Monsoon at Stubb's music · Halloween Show at Emo's with Flametrick Subs, Satans... more ›