Austin Music Minute

Eagle Claw Plays Saturday Night at Holy Mountain

December 14, 2012 5:30 pm by: Laurie Gallardo

As your humble Austin Music Minute maven, I try to bring a little variety into the mix. It's not easy. I have a lot of ground to cover, and I haven't done nearly enough. However, being an El Paso native greatly influenced by a steady slew of heavy metal back in the day, I'm sure you can imagine I had a lot of fun with today's Music Minute. I present to you local instrumental metal quartet Eagle Claw. And again, if I may emphasize: Earplugs are not optional. Their debut full-length, Poacher, pretty much sealed the deal from the start with wicked massive guitar lunges that would stand well alongside early '70s Black Sabbath. Any notions of prog are kicked to the curbside - it's definitely harder than that. The same proves true with their latest release, Timing of the Void, inspired by a 17th century text on the martial arts known as » read more

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These Mad Dogs of Glory Play Tonight at Lamberts

I'm certain it struck me after my first listen to Sweet Appalachia by These Mad Dogs of Glory. It usually happens when I become attached to a particular song. I took my copy of the EP with me on a drive, and put on my favorite, "Golden Boy." That sound, to me, says open road, and who knows what lies ahead. Just keep going. The Austin-based quartet made their debut with the release of their self-titled EP last year. After a few line-up changes, the band got in some quality recording time with producer Erik Wofford at Cacophony Studios to work on Sweet Appalachia. (Some of their work on “Appalachian...
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Atash and Os Alquimistas Perform Tonig...

Let tonight be a night of the world, a universal celebration of wandering gypsy spirits, life, music, song and dance… Two local bands are on the bill for a special show of global proportions this evening. There is six-piece international ensemble » read more

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Paul Banks & The Carousels Reside...

At the risk of you rolling your eyes as you read this Austin Music Minute post, I - your hostess, Laurie Gallardo - will share the same statement you've heard from me before about songwriter Paul Banks....
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An AMM Favorite: Dale Watson Performs...

Yes, on subject matter like this, I (your Austin Music Minute maven Laurie Gallardo), do tend to repeat myself, but I'm more than happy to do so. I absolutely love this man's voice. The one and only » read more

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Saturday Night: Scott H. Biram at The ...

Sure, it's a good idea to take a little break during the long Thanksgiving weekend, but the music doesn't stop. And this weekend is no exception. As a matter of fact, there are two show recommendations on today's Austin Music Minute! First: » read more

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The Lonesome Heroes’ Tuesday Nig...

Landry McMeans and Rich Russell formed The Lonesome Heroes in 2005. As they progressed in their songwriting, it became apparent that they weren't confined to an alt.-country comfort zone. And with the...
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Guns of Navarone CD Release Show Satur...

Guns of Navarone have been described as alt.-country, and there is indeed a style similar to that of Uncle Tupelo or Old 97s. However, the local quartet, featuring songwriter and vocalist Cory...
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The White White Lights Play Tonight at...

There's a multitude of haunted images swirling through the soundscapes constructed by The White White Lights. Almost like the creaking door of a mysterious house, or the isolation of riding the subway alone late at night. It's the...
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Rayland Baxter Plays Friday Night at t...

Nashville-based songwriter Rayland Baxter had a very busy summer, touring as the opening act for the duo The Civil Wars. It was the perfect opportunity to share new songs he’d been...
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Border Music: Views and Brews tonight ...

The title is deceptively simple, but the pairing is extraordinary: Border Music. Organized by two phenomenal musical talents, David Hidalgo and Mark Ribot, the collaboration is a bond between...
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The Ripe Album Release Show Sunday Nig...

Psychedelia roots outfit The Ripe first got together in 2007, and after a few line-up changes, the band was whittled down to a tight trio, featuring guitarist Jake Garcia, bassist...
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Not In the Face!, East Cameron Folkcor...

It is the Wednesday that several of us refer to as "Thanksgiving Eve." Kind of ridiculous, true, but there you go. And chances are good that you may be headed out of town to join friends and family for a number of Thanksgiving celebrations. However, if you're spending the holiday here in Austin,...
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Bobby Jealousy “Jealous Monday&#...

Bobby Jealousy almost sounds like a soap opera character's name. Or...perhaps a character out of some gritty pulp fiction mystery? Underground punk film? In this case, we're talking about a quartet based here in Austin, and a band...
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Marmalakes EP Release Saturday at The ...

Austin-based indie-pop trio Marmalakes first hit the scene four years ago, and released their debut recording, the EP Wonder Winds, last year. But even before having an official recording under their belts, they were already making an...
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The Queen of Soul: Aretha Franklin Pe...

It's immediate association by first name: Aretha. No doubt one would think of the iconic singer, the legend, the one and only, the Queen of Soul. Aretha Franklin, the first woman inducted into the Rock...
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