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Aw, you didn't think that the good doctor forgot about you yesterday, did you? Don't worry. The office was simply a bit overwhelmed with patients this week, what with Block Party and all. Here's everything you need to know from the past week, plus a bonus day. Hooray!

For the weekend of November 19th - 22nd, 2009 The weekend before Thanksgiving is certainly a popular one for events, and this year is no different - Art Crawl, Via Colori, Spacetaker's WHAM, a You[Genious] release party, some art openings and a whole smattering of other happenings are going on this weekend. Houstonist supposes that no one wants to try to fight the holiday weekend. We're not complaining, but it certainly has our concert calendar full.

For the week of November 16th - 18th, 2009 We know we say this a lot in our Monday posts, but it bears repeating - we're alive! Houstonist hit Block Party pretty hard this weekend, achieving local music overload, discovering new artists that we have just got to see again, and making connections for some future interviews. But let's get down to what's happening this week, shall we?

We had a post all prepped and whatnot, but it's old hat at this point. Apparently this is going to be the last Westheimer Block Party, for now. So get your ass out there and go see some music this weekend, got it? Houstonist commands you.

H-Town Rock took a trip over to Valhalla this week and sat down with Brandon Elam and Taylor Lee of The Literary Greats, who were coming from a session on KTRU's Local Show. We chatted about everything from their new record to beer baskets to Ice Cube. The full audio from our 30 minute chat can be listened to here, including the weirdest intro to an interview yet.

For the weekend of November 12th - 15th, 2009 Here's the deal - our job is really easy this week, because it's Westheimer Block Party Time, and to top it all off this year there's a bonus day of music. Houstonist is going to assume our readers have enough smarts not to miss two days of free music and then some, so we'll be listing everything else concert-wise of which we know. We'll also be back tomorrow with the most up-to-date Block Party schedule we can find and a few selections you shouldn't miss.

Come one, come all, Rock Talk is now in session. The good Dr. H Townrock is in, and like any caring parent we've been out gathering worms from the Houston music scene, returning now to the nest to regurgitate these tidbits just for you, dear reader. So open wide, or you'll have to wait for us to come back next week.

We'll fess up right away: Houstonist has had this album for some time now. Band member Taylor Lee passed it to us a while back, and we eagerly gobbled it up, waiting for the right moment to unleash our opinions upon the teeming hordes of Houstonist readers. Yes, yes, you can order the album online, but seeing as the official CD release is this Saturday at The Continental Club, now seemed a fine time to inform the masses just how good this album really is.

For the Week of November 9th-11th, 2009 Phew, we sure had us a weekend, visiting our cousin Austinist and their big party Fun Fun Fun Fest. It's tough coming back to a world without free drink tickets and constant live music, but we suppose we'll have to make do. Here's what's coming up for you this week.

For the weekend of November 5th - 8th, 2009 See?! We told you there would be plenty of music this weekend. Never doubt Papa Houstonist. Unfortunately we won't be in town for much of the weekend [we have, on the other hand, the good fortune of attending our sister Austinist's FunFunFun Fest], but that doesn't mean we'll pass on making a few recommendations to you, dedicated reader.

CALLING ALL HOUSTON BANDS! If you're interested in being a truly functional touring band then H-Town Rock advises you to stop in to Avant Garden tonight and listen to what Martin Atkins has to say. Atkins is a former member of PiL [Public Image, Ltd. aka that band Johnny Rotten had after the Sex Pistols], Killing Joke, and Ministry. His book Tour:Smart is considered a premium handbook to touring effectively. Space is limited to what Avant Garden can hold, so get there early. Atkins is supposed to start speaking at 7 pm. Details can be found here: http://www.avantgardenhouston.com/atkins.html and you can RSVP here.

The good doctor is in, so have a seat and let's chat. We know what you're thinking, "what happened this week in Houston music? What have I missed? I can't take it anymore!" The stress on your brow, the nervousness in your hands. Dr. H. Town Rock is here with some scene-specific Xanax for that concern of yours.

This week H-Town Rock sat down with Airon Paul Dugas & The Religion to chat about the band, recording, Seattle, albinos, and Jacob Calle's 'fro. Afterwards we were lucky enough to be treated to arguably one of the best plates of migas we've ever had. Airon swore us to secrecy, however, lest we unintentionally spur a douche-ification of his favorite dining spot. You can listen to the full 24 minute interview [complete with Steven's million-dollar flashbulb idea] here. There is the occasional dirty word, so get some headphones if you're at work.

For the week of November 2nd - 4th, 2009

For the weekend of October 29th - November 1st, 2009 Still haven't figured out what you're doing this weekend? Maybe that costume has been harder to pull together than you thought? Or perchance this year you just haven't gotten invited to any of the cool parties? Never fear, Houstonist is here with a full calendar of music for your weekend.

Aww, have you been wondering what's been going on with music in this town, dear reader? Fear not, for Houstonist has been trolling teh interwebz compiling a recap for you. That's right, it's time for Rock Talk.

For the Week of October 26th - 28th, 2009 Goodness, we at Houstonist weren't sure we would make it through the weekend, but here we are again. Here's a list of what's going on this week to brighten up that rainy Monday you're having. It might be a tad on the light side, but we're sure the weekend will make up for it.

Here at H-Town Rock we've been dreaming up an interview feature for a while, so we're proud to announce our new weekly feature: Get to Know a Houston Band. This week we sat down at Rudyard's with GTRS for a chat covering their everything from their album White Night White Night, their penchant for prank calls, and their impending move to Asheville, North Carolina. Yes, they're moving, but we wanted to catch them before they split.

For the Weekend of October 22nd - 25th, 2009 Come one, come all! Behold that which Houstonist presents to readers everywhere upon this fine day: a bevy of music of which to partake this weekend, all of it guaranteed to be lute and lyre-free.

We're sure you been eagerly anticipating this week's installment of Rock Talk. Houstonist has been diligently hoarding tidbits of local music news like some nut-crazed squirrel packing for winter. Here's what you may have missed.

For the Week of October 19th - 21st, 2009 Did you have a good weekend? Are you ready for more music? Here at Houstonist we're constantly thinking about the next show we'll be attending. Here's a look at what's going on this week.

For the Weekend of October 15th - 18th, 2009 Well well well, look who's back to check on a weekend full of shows! We've got everything you need to know about the weekend in Houston music right here for you, dear reader. Here's the lowdown on what we'll be seeing this weekend.

Well hello there, local music aficionado, we're so glad you could make it to our weekly session. Rock Talk has been hard at work determining just what went on since we last spoke.

For the Week of October 12th - 14th, 2009 Houstonist might not have made it to a show on Friday due to our little shindig, but we hope you did. Here's where we'll be this week.

For the Weekend of October 8th - 11th, 2009

Sorry to catch you a bit later in the day, Rock Talk is still in beta, if you will. Now let's see what we've collected from the week.

For the Week of October 5th - 7th, 2009 Greetings dearest reader. Allow us to pass on our lesson learned from this weekend: there is such a thing as too much free Hennessy. Don't think that killed the fun we had, however. Here's a look at what's coming up over the next few days.

For the Weekend of October 1st - 4th, 2009 Houstonist knows there's something going on in that next town o'er yonder this weekend, but rest assured that the music will abound here as well. For those of you not making the annual pilgrimage to the sweaty dust-fields without toilets, here's a look at what you can see here in town.

Surely you didn't think that Dr. Houstonist forgot about our weekly session, now, did you? Here's what we found this week:

For the Week of September 28th - 30th, 2009