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::Cactus Records Returns with Dia de Los Muertos Art Opening:: Yes, you read that right: Cactus Records Returns. You read the art opening part right, too. For the record. Heh. Pun totally intended. Tonight, Houston's most beloved local music emporium, Cactus Records, hosts a Dia de Los Muertos artist reception to kick-off it's much awaited return. Artist Carlos Hernandez will be displaying paintings featuring dead musicians in honor of the holiday. Johnny Cash, Kurt Cobain,... more ›

Hay! Just when you thought you'd gotten all the festing you could, what with last weekend's Art Car fun, Houston's got even more to offer! This weekend features two - count 'em - two "country" themed festivals, as well as the Festival of Greece! And with Houstonist's weekend weather forecast predicting perfection, there's no reason to stay inside. Update that resume in June and enjoy some good two-digit temperature while it lasts. - Country Roots... more ›

Tuesday When you first here Marc Broussard sing “Home,” you’re surprised to find out that he’s a 24 year old white guy – he sounds like a much more seasoned blues singer. The Louisianna native is still touring on his Carencro CD. Video: "Home" 8 p.m. at the Meridian | tickets and info Wednesday Don’t let the name fool you: Murder By Death isn’t a new metal band; instead, their sound is a little... more ›

Houstonist knows what you're thinking. It involves the word "redneck" and possibly something about glittery cowboy hats, line dancing, and lyrics about dead dogs/trucks/relationships. And, dear reader, you may be right. But if you stop looking there, you're bound to miss some of the most original artists on the market today. Not all the women look like Xtina, and you might not want to talk politics with Toby Keith (he's actually a democrat!), but... more ›

We heard a lot of hubbub about the Country Music Association awards show being held in New York City ("New York City?!") last week. Houstonist yawned at that news, knowing that it would be a showcase of corporate-generated pop music out of Nashville disguised as country. Fortunately, we still treasure the more traditional style of country music in our state (usually referred to as Americana), with many musicians from the Houston area that have been... more ›