Results tagged “marcbroussard”

Did we tell you how excited we were when we first learned that Cactus Music was re-opening last year? If not, we should have. Houston never had a record store that new Texas like Cactus. Their collection of local and regional music is superb, and they’ve even dedicated a whole room to their vinyl collection this time around (and almost 20 years after that format was considered “dead,” it, The Record Ranch, is making a healthy comeback with true music-lovers like us). more ›

When we first saw publicity shots of Marc Broussard a few years ago, back when his first full-length CD Carencro was released, we were afraid that he was going to be another teeny-bopper. It only took one listen to figure out that he wasn’t trying to be the next Justin Timberlake – this boy truly has soul. He proved it with “Home.” The Louisianan just released his follow-up to that sleeper-hit album. SOS: Save our... more ›

The big show this week, of course, is the reunion of The Police. But if you don’t feel like paying $100 to see Sting sing songs he sings at his solo concerts too (OK, yes, it’s different since Summers and Copeland are with him, but is it that different?), then you can opt for some other good shows Friday night: singer/songwriter Radney Foster (now writing hits for other people) plays two shows at the... more ›

Wednesday Pennsylvanian Nick Castro draws his muse from the likes of Dead Can Dance and other semi-Gothic, lush bands. Unlike DCD, Castro manages to throw in some good melodies. Equally captivating local bands Georgia’s Horse and Inoculist open. Music: “Winding Tree” 8 p.m. at the Proletariat | info Thursday Even though we have our own top-notch 80’s cover band Molly & the Ringwalds, there’s room for more in the Lone Star State. Austin’s Spazmatics... 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 ›