Few people in the world of writing have carved themselves such an enviable and steady niche as David Sedaris, the undisputed king of the awkward-yet-relatable insight and the breezy-but-thoughtful read. His books of "essays" (Barrel Fever, Naked, Holidays on Ice, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, 2008's When You Are Engulfed in Flames, and his latest, Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary) have risen to the top of all the most popular lists, and everyone from NPR to the New York Times to the Grammies has lauded his instantly recognizable style. Right now he's touring America with material both familiar and unfamiliar, and his penduluming between cringe-worthy honesty and heart-string tuggery goes over as well in performance as it does on the page. Heads up, though: the show was in such high demand it was moved from Paramount to Long Center, so don't end up standing around confused on Congress! more ›

Mark your calendars and buy tickets early - this Spoon show at the Parish on October 13 will sell out fast. Those lucky enough to get tickets will cram into the small (but delightfully warm-sounding) room with a few hundred of their new best friends to support Texas Democrats and the campaign of Mark Thompson, Democratic candidate for the office of Railroad Commissioner. more ›

Ye old music fans, gather 'round! Come n' get a dose of weekly show previews! On Friday, Ladytron will be at Stubb's. Touring on their fourth studio album, Velocifero, Ladytron will be sure to bring their unique blend of glam/electro-pop. Norway's Datarock opens, and doors are at 7:00 p.m. more ›