Archive for November, 2006
Cities Compete in Hipness Battle to Attract Young
Closed Published by Tory Gattis November 30th, 2006 on Houston StrategiesThe city of Atlanta pulled off a coup on the PR front recently. The New York Times ran an article on how well they’re attracting young, college-educated professionals, and the lengths other cities are also going to attract that desired demographic. I…
What I hope for in the new year (a rant)
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 30th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogI attended the sold-out Wolfmother concert at The Meridian on Tuesday night. They sounded great and put on an excellent show. I do have a few issues with the show, however….
Have you checked out Tourfilter yet?
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 30th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogIf you haven’t heard of it, Tourfilter is free concert alert service based out of Boston and in now in more than 20 cities. I like how it works–check it out…
DJ GrooveSniper w/ Fondue Monks’ Denver Courtney at Chaise Lounge this Friday
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 29th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogThis should be an interesting change of pace for fans of Houston funk-rock band Fondue Monks. Lead singer Denver Courtney–who is a long-time friend of mine from college–is apparently going to…
Commune Music tonight w/ Casino, Bright Men of Learning
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 29th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogCome out to The Proletariat tonight (Wednesday, 11.29.06) for the latest Commune Music night, featuring Casino and Bright Men Of Learning. A great night of local rock. Enjoy. Visit Casino online…
Chain vs. independent stores in Houston
Closed Published by Tory Gattis November 28th, 2006 on Houston StrategiesVirginia Postrel has an interesting article in The Atlantic titled “In Praise of Chain Stores” (the link will only work for another couple days for non-subscribers). First, excerpts, then my thoughts on Houston.Every well-traveled cosmopÂolite knows …
Mia Kat Empire = new local record label
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 28th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogThere’s a new indie label in town that I think you should check out. So far, they’ve signed several bands/artists to their roster, many of which can be found on the…
The Sonnier Brothers play Dan Electro’s this Saturday
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 27th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogThe Sonnier Brothers will headline a show at Dan Electro’s in the Heights on December 2nd at 9pm. The Mighty Orq will open the show. More information can be found at…
Santomojo Shines On
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 27th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogThis just in from Drop Trio’s Ian Varley: Did you hear about the Santomojo festival? My guess, based on attendance, is: no. Have no fear - the festival happened without you….
The week in Houston rock
Closed Published by David A. Cobb November 27th, 2006 on Houston Calling :: Houston Music BlogHope everyone had a good holiday. Back to the grind before the next one. But in between, there’s plenty of music around town. Tonight at The Proletariat, Djs Cool Tapes and…