It’s almost as if this week is critically acclaimed local act week, what with the pAper chAse, and Centro-matic headlining shows at the Granada this week, throw in the rather large touring acts that are playing the early part of the week, add the usual set of mid size touring bands making stops, and we’ve got another pretty interesting week ahead.
Monday
Of course Paul Slavens is at Dan’s, but one of the central plot points of P.C.U. is playing at the HOB, and if you can stomach a bunch of “that guys” then you should totally make it to this show.
George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic- Atomic Dog
Tuesday
Flight of the Conchords is riding a 2 year long wave of success, what with an acclaimed album, and two seasons on HBO to pump up their standing in the eyes of a wide array of Americans. Their clever music tends to be well grounded in the musical tropes they parody, and their musicianship allows them to take risks, that although they don’t always pay off, almost always allow for at least a passing smirk. The downside is that you’ve most likely seen the act if you’ve seen any of their videos/tv show/late night appearances, oh and their responsible for various assholes yelling “It’s business time!”
I’m sort of disappointed that Snoop is playing the night after George Clinton, and not doing a co headlining tour with him. Listen, we all love Snoop, but I can’t help but feel that once he left gangsta rap he should have stuck to g-funk, instead of throwing his laconic rhymes into every passing trend.
Dr. Dre & Snoop Doggy Dog- Nothin but a G thang
Wednesday
This weeks Detour features North Carolina’s Arizona (that was fun to type) who have a mild amount of well deserved critical heat. They’re music is layered with southern guitar licks, and artistic flair, that can at times be detrimental to the overall product, but never to the point it becomes grating. You should make it a point to catch this show.
Thursday
I would assume the Centro-matic, The Crash That Took Me show will be packed with members from various local bands, in the know old school hipsters, and a metric ton of loyal fans. Also, I’m sure it’s going to have somewhere around 20,00 word written about, so my paltry effort would be inconsequential.
Mount Righteous, and Parata are at RGRS, which is a decent option if you’re not willing to go anywhere near the police state that can be Lower Greenville.
Friday
Honestly, I can’t find something going on that has me excited.
Saturday
We all agree Lucky Louie was brilliant, right? Good then, go catch Louis C.K. at Lakewood if you can.
Lucero is at Lola’s with Black Joe Lewis, who is from some accounts in line for several best of list come late December. Zanzibar Snails are having their cd/dvd release party over at Good Records.
the pAper chAse is one of those bands that becomes semi well known around the country, while becoming extremely influential in the town they hail from, and anyone who has spent an extended period of time in DDFW knows this to be true. Recently a friend of mine referred to them as a “Musician’s band” referring to their densely layered orchestrations, and sometimes off putting lyrical subject matter. I’d have to agree, the number of projects John Congelton has been apart of in the past few years is daunting, and a testament to his ability to craft fantastic music.
the pAper chAse- We know where you sleep
Sunday
Go see Star Trek.
