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Here are some recently announced concerts. Tickets will go on sale this weekend: The Format (7/18 @ Meridian) Marilyn Manson/Slayer (8/31 @ Reliant Arena) The Killers (9/15 @ Reliant Arena) – win tickets from us in advance! This week, we think the show to see is The Hold Steady at Walter’s on Thursday night. Sure, their new stuff resembles some of early Springsteen’s best work, but it’s damn good. Legendary Scottish folk singer (you... more ›

Here are some upcoming shows that were recently announced: Norah Jones – 6/12 @ Jones Hall Dave Matthews Band/Robert Earl Keen – 9/21 @ Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion The highlight of the week has to be indie-band Clap Your Hands Say Yeah's show Thursday night at Warehouse Live. However, some of the graying crowd may prefer the combo of Chicago and Kool & the Gang in The Woodlands on Friday (and we wonder how... more ›

It's official: The Police are coming to Houston (the Toyota Center, to be specific) on June 29th. Tickets go on sale this Saturday morning at 10 a.m. They'll go fast. Some big acts coming into town this week, starting with The Shins performance tonight at Verizon Wireless. For you pop.rock fans, you'll have to choose between Sheryl Crow's make-up rodeo performance and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers show at Toyota Center. G. Love &... more ›

Before we get into this week's calendar, here are some upcoming concerts recently added that you may want to snag tickets for in advance: Charlie Sexton – 4/20 @ Warehouse Live Jimmy Buffet – 4/21 @ Minute Maid Park (on sale 3/3) Damien Rice – 5/8 @ Verizon Wireless (on sale 3/9) The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo kicks off tonight. On tap this week at the HSL&R is George Strait, Los Lonely Boys,... more ›

Before we get into this week's calendar, here are some upcoming concerts recently added that you may want to snag tickets for in advance: Yo La Tengo – 4/6 @ Warehouse Live Gwen Stefani/Akon/Lady Sovereign – 5/6 @ Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion Son Volt – 5/6 @ Continental Club Two special events this week that are worth checking out: Rice University radio station KTRU will be presenting their Battle of the Bands, featuring many... more ›

Each week, Houstonist highlights a few of the more interesting events going on in the city. Check back each day for more details. Is that so much to ask?! Monday, Jan 29 Movies Houstonians Love @ MFAH: Barbara Bush The Museum of Fine Arts' series, Movies Houstonians Love is back. The former First Lady kicks things off with a guest lecture preceeding her favorite movie,Life Is Beautiful directed by Roberto Benigni (Italy, 1997, 116... more ›

The week starts off with some holiday shows. The country-flavored annual Christmas songwriter’s showcase kicks off tonight with some great Texas artists, including Radney Foster, Roger Creager and Randy Rogers. Also tonight, brother/sister act Trish and Darin hold their annual dinner show (yes, Trish is making dinner – seriously) at the Duck. Husband/wife team Kelly Willis and Bruce Robinson will play their holiday shows the following two nights at the Duck. We also recommend... more ›

This week in local music, you can catch the Woodlands native Hayes Carll as he croons and makes the women swoon at two shows at the Duck. One of our local favorites, Spain Colored Orange, opens for Mates of State at Numbers. The one touring act not to miss this week is Death Cab for Cutie at the Hobby Center. OK Go opens up for them, but we’re not sure if the theater will... more ›

Tuesday Discovered by Peter Gabriel, Akron, Ohio’s Joseph Arthur is a singer/songwriter whose music is full of layered, swirling choruses. While his studio albums are very produced, his live show gives fans to hear his music in a new light. 8 p.m. at the Meridian | tickets and info Wednesday In the late 90’s, Jude came on the scene with a bang – a song on the City of Angels soundtrack, a debut album... more ›

You know that we’re always pushing the good local music here, it’s only because there’s so much of it. For a mere $7, you can catch 60 local musicians (well, that’s if you can be in multiple venues at once) at the Houston Press Music Awards Showcase this Sunday. The showcase is scattered at different venues downtown. All shows begin at 4 p.m. and end at 10 p.m. A complete listing is here. It’s all... more ›

Tuesday Houstonian Lee Alexander has been placing in the finals of several international songwriting competitions. You can catch Lee and his clever lyrical style at Clark’s downtown. Music: “The Downside” 9 p.m. at Clark’s | info Wednesday The Fruit Bats are led by singer, songwriter, keyboardist and guitarist Eric Johnson (no, not the guitar-god from Austin, a different EJ from Chicago). Good new folk/pop. Music: “A Bit of Wind” 9 p.m. at Walter’s on... more ›

Tuesday John Fogerty is this year’s representation of classic rock at the Rodeo. You’re assured to hear many old Creedence hits, but it’ll be interesting to see if he plays his new anti-war anthem “Déjà vu (All Over Again).” 6:30 p.m. at Reliant Stadium | tickets and info Wednesday Rick Monroe is a relative newcomer on the country scene, but he’s pressing hard to make a name for himself, with 3 nightly shows in... more ›

Some sad news for music lovers came over the weekend, when we learned that Cactus Music & Video is scheduled to shut its doors for good at the end of March. Cactus has been in operation for over 30 years and is the largest independent record store in Houston. The decision came not because of sluggish sales (although, we all know that CD sales are slipping while digital sales continue to boom), but because... more ›

After a jam-packed holiday week of live music, things are slowing down a bit this week on the concert scene. Never fear, Houstonist has some suggestions to fit whatever mood you’re in: Today Many say Jason Mraz is much better live than on CD. You can decide for yourself as the pop singer/songwriter showcases material from his latest CD Mr. A-Z (get it?) tonight. His opening acts are worthwhile, too: James Blunt (huge in the... more ›