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Of Montreal Plays Tonight at the Mohawk

December 4, 2012 7:40 am by: Laurie Gallardo

Divine chaos. Of Montreal.
Of Montreal’s eleventh album Paralytic Stalks was released back in February this year, and at first, I was sideswiped by its chaotic nature - not a bad thing at all, just something that left me reeling.  They are, after all, a band known for its exploration of genres. Frontman and vocalist Kevin Barnes plays with them all, reshapes them, mutates and redefines them to create an entirely different universe, on top of his penchant for pairing cheerful-sounding melodies with the darkest of lyrics and (thankfully) avoiding any hint of irony. Which goes to show that Paralytic Stalks shows Of Montreal doing what it does best. The album feels like a number of sensations hitting you at once – an unbelievable swirl of multiple instruments and almost indescribable sounds, while sending out vibes like Bowie, Prince, ELO,...
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Monarchs “Au Revoir Austin!” Farewell Show Thursday Night at the Mohawk

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The fact is this: Bands come and go. We in Austin are very lucky to have so much talent in one city, but the most telling moments arrive when a band decides to branch out and spread the music. One of those bands, Monarchs, is headed to New York...
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Deleted Scenes Performs Tonight at the Mohawk

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If it feels a bit weird, perhaps it is. And it's perfect. "Young People’s Church of the Air" catches you off guard with a most idiosyncratic approach......
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Luísa Maita Performs Friday Night at Flamingo Cantina

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Luísa Maita Performs Friday Night at ...

Luísa Maita is the perfect representation of modern Brazil - a musical artist who seamlessly blends the traditional with the contemporary. Surrounded by music since her childhood (her father is singer Amado...
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Hello Wheels Residency at the Cactus Cafe, Wednesday Nights Throughout September

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Here's the lowdown on a local band that’s quickly becoming one of my favorites. Hello Wheels is an Austin-based quartet that joyfully pounds out what they like to describe as “stomp-folk,” a rather passionate folk revival driven by heavy...
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Golden Bear Performs Saturday Night at Frank

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Golden Bear Performs Saturday Night at...

I, your humble Austin Music Minute maven Laurie Gallardo, have to admit that Golden Bear is at the top of my list of favorite bands. They had me captivated with their debut self-titled album, released in 2006. And with each release after that (To The Farthest Star in 2007, and the EP Everest in...
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Jon Christopher CD Release Show Thursday at the Cactus Cafe

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There was no turning back for Jon Christopher once he learned how to play guitar at 14. Even then, he knew what his priorities were. These days, Christopher is a mortgage banker by profession. Not necessarily an easy job - more like a career...
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Whiskey Shivers CD Release Show and Tour Kickoff Tuesday at the Scoot Inn

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As legend has it (depending on whom you ask, or whoever is telling the story), Austin quintet Whiskey Shivers formed around 2009. Some say they were hatched in a woodpile. Others say they tumbled out of one-a them rancid whiskey bottles and frightened the locals. But mostly, it was a talented bunch...
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The Preservation Plays Tonight at The Continental Club

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The Preservation is a quintet based here in Austin with members whose musical roots as diverse as the city they're based in. It all started in 2009, when founder Mario Matteoli (formerly of...
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Wild Frontier Fest 2011 Saturday and Sunday at Emo’s

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I know what you're going to say. Austin does have its share of music (and other) festivals. However, my argument has always been that having so many bands to see is a wonderful dilemma to have. And something like the Wild Frontier Fest proves...
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The Ripe Plays Thursday Night at The Frontier Bar

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The Ripe Plays Thursday Night at The F...

Psychedelia roots outfit The Ripe first got together in 2007. After a few line-up changes, the band has whittled down to a tight trio featuring the talents of guitarist Jake Garcia and bassist...
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Leo Rondeau Plays Tonight at the Hole In the Wall

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I, your humble Austin Music Minute host Laurie Gallardo, have called your attention to this gentleman before. That one over there - that feller down at the end of the bar. That would be Leo Rondeau. Originally from the...
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Hard Proof Afrobeat Plays Friday Night on the Mohawk’s Outdoor Stage

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Hard Proof Afrobeat is one of the very few groups in Texas that plays African funk – many would argue the only band in Texas that does so. Their specialty is funk and jazz that borrows from sounds out of sub-Saharan Africa, and...
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Not In the Face! Plays Wednesday Night at Antone’s

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2011] Nothing beats the element of surprise. Case in point: A matter of judging before listening when it comes to Austin-based Southern-fried rock duo Not In the Face! - which is exactly what happened to the guys on their recent tour. Frontman...
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Wiretree CD Release Show Saturday Night at Skinny’s Ballroom

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In 2007, Wiretree wasn't exactly a band yet. It was more of a solo venture for songwriter Kevin Peroni, who was experimenting with various folk angles on his debut self-titled EP in 2005, and his first full-length release,...
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