Music
Nothing to be on the Fences about
If you’re looking to add another great indie artist to your iTunes library, look no further than Seattle-based singer-songwriter Christopher Mansfield of Fences. His self-titled album was produced by Sara Quin of Tegan &...
Party on, Gillis: Girl Talk does Houston
Girl Talk’s Gregg Gillis took the stage at Verizon Wireless Theater on Thursday night and gave Houston the dance party of a lifetime. Gillis opened to a sea of barely legal — this is...
The Beatles more than a band
The world is conspiring to get us to think more about The Beatles. The band’s music is now being made available on iTunes. Television seems to be flooded with four-minute commercial breaks...
Local band making moves at Avant Garden
Cadre band members Kevin Kendrick and Nathan Quick, both of Houston, performed a few songs from their self-titled album at the Avant Garden’s bar during last Tuesday’s open mic night. Kendrick, a guitar, banjo and mandolin...
West’s new album delivers
There might be several thoughts or words that the mind conjures up when anyone mentions the name Kanye West. West — or for familiarity’s sake — Kanye, is no stranger to controversy. He is...
Moores Opera House hosts night of jazz
The Moores School of Music Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Orchestra took the stage on Tuesday night in the Moores Opera House. The Jazz Ensemble performed tunes by the likes of Thad Jones,...
Local blues legend gets historical marker
On Saturday morning, hundreds of sleepy, music-loving Houstonians dragged themselves out of bed — aided by cups of coffee and plenty of cigarettes — to witness a benchmark achievement for Houston culture:...
Tim and Eric to visit historic Heights
Since 2007, fans of late-night television have been treated to the comedy genius that is Tim and Eric, starring (surprise, surprise) Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim. This weekend, Houstonians will be delighted even more...
Making a mix tape for friends takes some work
You’ve probably already done it, but making a good mix tape doesn’t take much practice. It’s not like learning to play an instrument. It’s as simple as moving songs into a playlist...
Rapper Lil’ Wayne released from prison
If you found yourself sleeping easier last night, perhaps it was because Dwayne “Lil’ Wayne” Carter was released from prison and is now free to proceed ball-hogging the pop charts. The dreadlocked emcee...