What’s the Deal: One muggy, drizzly Friday night recently Le Diamant was randomly beckoned by a clamor on Red River and followed the sounds into Beauty Bar, only to be introduced to the music of locals Markov. Being that we spent some time in another life studying physics and mathematics, we’d like to believe that they’re named after Russian mathematician Andrei Markov. We know this for sure though, their music, which drew out some comparisons to Refused by neighboring members of the packed crowd, blends ensnaring hardcore with artful indie noise and their live show is animated and possessing. more ›

Whoa, that Church of the Friendly Ghost is getting crazy ambitious for April. They've booked four shows already, and have two more in the works. Sure, that’s nothing for your average nu-metal dive, but the Church is different, you know, with each show they put on infused with some odd, unique flavor. And speaking of flavor, their performances are now extra-delicious. Yes - these performances at the Salvage Vanguard Theater will all be catered by Ararat, who serve up some pretty damn delectable Mediterranean food. Call it added incentive to hear some new music. To top it all off, Miss Lori 16MM will compliment the food, drinks, and sound with visuals including slides and film projections. more ›

This Tuesday, it’s won’t be business as usual for a quartet of local bands looking to escape the drudgery of the bar/venue scene. Mo Pair, Some Say Leland, The Blue Hit and Infinite Partials are planning what will be the seventh in a series of “secret shows” that take place all over Austin in diverse locals like sewers, next to old Cottonwood trees, and now, on an island on Ladybird Lake. more ›