Why do we love Austin? Well, it is the Live Music Capital of the World. Here is a sample of great upcoming shows that we highly recommend you check out
Of Montreal: 11/14 at Fiesta Gardens
This indie-pop band hailing from Athens, Georgia comes to Fiesta Gardens on the heels of the release of their eccentric new album Skeletal Lamping. While we have never been diehard fans, we have heard their live shows are simply amazing (Think Flaming Lips + Ziggy Stardust). We look forward to seeing what Kevin Barnes, in his Georgie Fruit person (which he amazingly describes as "in his late forties, a black man who has been through multiple sex changes") has in store for us.
Ghostland Observatory: 11/14-11/15 at Stubbs
One of Austin's most buzzed about groups, Ghostland, whether you like their music or not (and we do), provides one of the best shows on the planet. Their gig at Austin City Music Hall was mind-boggling and was our favriote concert last year. Tickets are gonna be damn near impossible to get, but if you can you are in for the night of your life (expect lasers, dancing, dracula capes, dancing, vocoders, and more dancing).
Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band: 11/21 at Stubbs
We hadn't heard him live until ACL this year and he provided a very enjoyable set. While we're not familiar with most of his work (need to get on that), expect an fun concert. Recommended, especially if your looking for something to do that night. However, we have to admit we will be at...
Gang Gang Dance: 11/21 at The Parish
Princes, Gang Gang Dance's collaboration with London's Tinchy Stryder, has been our favorite rap (and by far the best grime) song of the year. It proved the stepping stone to rest of Gang Gang's new album Saint Dymphna, which has been receiving, quite deservedly, rave reviews (expect one here soon). This is our most anticipated show of the near future. Get excited for this one.
Little Joy: 11/29 at The Parish
Little Joy has proven to be one the the last couple month's most enjoyable albums. The side project of Strokes drummer Fabrizio Moretti. We looking forward to seeing how it will translate live. On another note, the Strokes need to start touring again, seriously.
Also look for the Heartless Bastards on 11/22 at Stubbs Indoor
