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[6/19] Preview: Gary Hobbs at Desperados in Kyle

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Gary HobbsTonight Tejano superstar Gary Hobbs returns to Desperados in Kyle. The new club has continued to grow and book the biggest names in Tejano music since opening early this year. Famous for his smooth voice and movie star good looks, the charismatic hitmaker from Eagle Pass is an Austin favorite and frequent performer at Tejano music festivals here in the Live Music Capital of the World.

After beginning his career nearly 30 years ago, Hobbs has worked hard to remain successful and popular in a difficult industry that has seen its ups and downs. In 2001 he began his own independent record label, AMMX Records, which in addition to Hobbs himself, has recorded other top Tejano acts like The Hometown Boys, Ram Herrera, Grupo Stampede and Grupo Fama. The label has also expanded to include Norteño, Pop en Español, cumbias, and Christian music. While he has had many hits during his career, one of his most popular songs is “Las Miradas.”

Long story short: Gary always brings a crowd with his showmanship and solid, synthesizer-flavored Tejano.

Deperados is located at 110 W. Center Street, just west of I-35 in Kyle. The doors open at 8 p.m.The cover charge is $10 before 9 p.m. and $12 after 9 p.m. 21+ are welcome. For more information, message Desperados on Facebook.

“Listen to My Face Tour” featuring George Lopez comes to Bass Concert Hall

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George LopezComedian George Lopez is bringing his new “Listen to My Face Tour” to Austin for one night at the Bass Concert Hall on Friday, July 31. Tickets go on-sale Friday, June 19, at noon. Tickets can be purchased online at texasperformingarts.org, charged by phone by calling 800-982-BEVO and all Texas Box Office outlets.

Lopez has risen to become one of the premier comedic talents in the entertainment industry. He has been praised by audiences and critics alike for his work in television, film and standup, as well as his extensive charity work with various foundations. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2006 and in that same year Time magazine named him one of the 25 Most Influential Hispanics in America.

[4/11] Preview: Mi Madre’s 25th Anniversary Party

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Mi Madre'sPopular East Austin Mexican food restaurant Mi Madre’s is celebrating 25 years this Saturday, Apr. 11, in a big way. In addition to the expected food and adult beverage servings, the event will feature some of Austin’s best Latin bands, mariachis, taco eating contests and fun for the whole family. The best part? It is a free event. See the full schedule of events below.

Main Stage Schedule

1-2 Flamenco Symphony
2-3 Del Valle Folklórico
3-4 Son Armado
4-5 Mariachi Relámpago
5:45 – 6:45 – DJ Chorizo Funk
7-8 Cilantro Boombox

Eating Contests

2:20 – Mi Madre’s El Diablo Salsa
5:00 – #0 Breakfast Tacos Round 1
5:15 – #0 Breakfast Tacos Round 2

Kids Patio Schedule

1-5 – Face Painting
2-3 – Mini piñata making
5-5:30 – Whack Pepito the Piñata
1-8 Kids Craft People

Mi Madre’s is located at 2201 Manor Rd. Event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP at http://mimadres25.splashthat.com/. Visit the Facebook event page for more info here.

[4/10] Preview: La Frenetika + Morena Soul at The Sahara Lounge

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Frenetika Apr 10Friday, Apr. 10, popular East Austin venue The Sahara Lounge will be the best place in town to hear live South American-inspired music provided by Austin-based bands La Frenetika and Morena Soul. While each band’s musical stylings have roots in different countries, both compliment each other well enough to keep attendees dancing and happy all night.

La Frenetika offers an array of covers and original music that fuses elements of Colombian style cumbia, vallenato, gozadera and other traditional Latin rhythms. Expect lots of dancing, great crowd of regulars and big sound.

Brazilian fusionists Morena Soul are the quintessential world music party starters. The group’s name is probably familiar as they are a regular at Central Market and perform at seemingly every Brazilian holiday event in town. Formed in 2010, the band was founded by singer Sarah Altoé, guitarist/songwriter Frank Almendra, and percussionist Mike Longoria to bring their own twist to traditional Brazilian rhythms.

The Sahara Lounge is located at 1413 Webberville Rd. Doors open at 9 p.m. 21+ welcome. $7 cover. Visit the Facebook event page here.

La Frenetika

Morena Soul

Austin punkeros Sober Daze release new music video and announce unofficial SXSW performances

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Sober Daze
Austin punkeros Sober Daze. Photo stolen from their Feisbuk.

Earlier today Austin-based punkeros Sober Daze released their new skate/music video for “Live To Shred.” The single is their first from their forthcoming 7” split with San Antonio’s Knockin’ Chucks, scheduled for an April release from the group’s own Dazed Records. The 7″ will be made available in both vinyl and digital download formats.

Sober Daze was formed in Puerto Rico in 2002 by friends Peter Figueroa, Alex “Korn” Rivera, and Chris “Fatty” Bourcy. Shortly after they moved to Austin in 2003, they became notorious for their punk rock house parties with half pipe skateboard ramps and a tree house bar in their back yard at one point. The group currently performs as a four piece thanks to their addition of guitarist Alex “Rager” Loughborough in 2013.

Those in Austin can see Sober Daze live at the Punk Vs. Rockabilly 5 showcase on Mar. 16 at Flamingo Cantina and at the Eastside Throwdown Day Party on Mar. 20 at The Sahara Lounge.

Watch “Live To Shred” from Sober Daze below. Listen to more music from Sober Daze on Bandcamp.

[1/31] Preview: “Cumbiamba” at Flamingo Cantina

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Cumbiamba Jan 31Once again tonight the place to be for cumbia lovers in Austin is 6th street live music venue Flamingo Cantina. Three of Austin’s best Latin bands are coming together for night dedicated to celebrating the popular Colombian-based genre with a live music showcase aptly titled “Cumbiamba.” Long story short, cumbia and more cumbia all night long.

Austin’s La Frenetika offers an array of covers and original music that fuses elements of Colombian style cumbia, vallenato, gozadera and other traditional Latin rhythms. Expect lots of dancing, great crowd of regulars and big sound.

El Tule is a longtime staple in the Latin music community in Austin. Their lyrics are about history, art and culture often focus on legends and tales of the mystical. Their music blends elements of salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggae set to Spanish lyrics.

Huerta Culture takes its name from Huerta Street in South Austin where for years a core group of friends got together to jam and lay down rhythms, sometimes hosting after parties for local and traveling musicians. Their music blends elements of reggae, ska, traditional Latin rhythms such as cumbia and combines them with socially conscious lyrics.

Flamingo Cantina is located at 515 E. 6th Street. Doors open at 9 p.m. 21+ welcome. $7 cover. Visit the Facebook event page here.

La Frenetika

El Tule

Huerta Culture

[10/25] Preview: Dia De Los Muertos Festival at A. B. Cantu Pan-American Recreation Center

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Today the Dia De Los Muertos Festival will take place at Oswaldo A. B. Cantu Pan American Recreation Center. After an extraordinarily successful first year, the all-day event benefiting Easter Seals of Central Texas, is back for another round of family-friendly cultural activities and entertainment at the popular eastside community center best known for its Hillside Summer Concert series.

The musical lineup includes a wide variety of latino artists from various backgrounds and traditions on two different stages. Fans can look forward to mariachi, ballet folklorico, cumbias, Tejano (courtesy of Grammy Award winners A.B. Quintanilla & the Kumbia Kingz All-Starz) and more to celebrate the traditional Dia De Los Muertos holiday and raise funds and awareness for individuals with disabilities and special needs.

The schedule is subject to change, but here’s the lineup:

Hillside Stage
Grupo de Danza Mexica-chichimeca de Austin Aztec Dancers (Opening Ceremony) – 1:20-1:40 p.m.

Lesly Reynaga -2:00-2:40 p.m.

Mariachi Nueva Generación – 3:00-3:40 p.m.

Roy Lozano’s Ballet Folklórico de Texas – 3:40-4:00 p.m.

Austin Samba School – 4:00-4:20p.m.

Las Monas – 4:00-4:20 p.m.

Main Stage
DJ Syko – 12:00-3:00 p.m.

Tiarra Girls – 4:40-5:30 p.m.

DJ Syko – 5:30-5:50 p.m.

Son de Rey – 6:00-6:40 p.m.

Quimikoz Del Son – 7:00-7:40 p.m.

DJ Syko – 7:40-8:30 p.m.

A.B. Quintanilla & The Kumbia Kings All Starz – 8:30-9:45 p.m.

There will also be events for the kids (piñata parties!) and a Dia De Los Muertos procession at 4 p.m.

Long story short: A great event filled with family fun, pageantry, culture, tradition, and of course, music. Lots of cumbia this year not only from ABQ and crew, but also from DFW’s own Quimikoz Del Son (a group to watch, in my opinion).

The A.B. Cantu Pan-American Recreation Center is located at 2100 E. 3rd Street, at 3rd and Robert Martinez Jr. Streets in East Austin. Tickets are $20 at the gate, and children under 12 are free with a paid adult. All ages are welcome. VIP passes are $55 for those 21+. For more information, visit austindiadelosmuertos.com or follow the Facebook event here.

[7/18] Preview: Peligrosa at Empire Control Room & Garage

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Peligrosa July 18Austin-based Latin DJ collective Peligrosa throw down on the patio of Empire Control Room & Garage tonight continuing their monthly residency at their home venue. Expect to dance to the best of pinche perreo, delicious dembow, titillating tribal (pronounced like tree-ball), saucy salsa, bubbly bachata and of course digital cumbia. See for yourself why Peligrosa is the longest running dance party in Austin.

Tonight Peligrosa will feature members DJ Orión, Chorizo Funk, King Louie, Manolo Black, Pagame, Sonora, DJ Manny and DJ Dus from Chorpus Cristi. Be ready to be photographed by Peligrosa photographer Quito and have your mind blown away by visual master VJ 4th Wall. For more about Peligrosa, watch the KLRU documentary series Arts In Context episode featuring the collective here.

Empire Control Room & Garage is located at 606 E. 7th Street. Doors open at 9 p.m. $5 cover. 21+ welcome. Visit the Facebook event page here.