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[3/21] Preview: Movimiento Rockero at Frank

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Local Latin rock collective Movimiento Rockero and Austin Vida are teaming up to bring you the best in local, regional and national Latin rock each month at Frank. This month’s showcase is Thursday night with three of Austin’s most diverse rockeros.

Bringing an Ozo-esque fusion feel to the show is Austin-based Este Vato. Their music blends traditional Latin rhythms with elements of rock, reggae and hip hop. Recent member additions provide live audiences with a much fuller sound than in years past. Look for a big year from the ‘Vatos as they are in the process of recording their first full length album and get their own “Este Vato Day” proclaimed in June. Este Vato perform at 11 p.m. Time to feed the South By hangover with hot dogs and get back to being Austin once again.

Austin-based Vitera may be the only group around that mixes classic ’80s style Rock en Español and modern rock with a violin. Fronted by Movimiento Rockero leader Haydn Vitera, the group’s sound aims to bring back an arena rock feel with a Latin twist for all to enjoy. Vitera is performing in support of their latest album, ¡Súbete! and take the stage at midnight.

Austin-based musician Adrian Archuleta fronts rock band Modern Friend who open at 10 p.m. Frank is located at 4th and Colorado. All ages are welcome. Doors open at 9 p.m. $5 cover at the door or $3 with RSVP on Facebook here.

[2/21] Preview: Movimiento Rockero showcase at Frank

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The movimiento is in full effect once again for 2013. Local Latin rock collective Movimiento Rockero and Austin Vida are teaming up to bring you the best in local, regional and national Latin rock each month at Frank. The first of the monthly series begins tomorrow night, Feb. 21.

Opening the showcase are Austin-based melodic-pop rock band Boca Abajo, a feature performer from our 2013 Free Week showcase and Movimiento Rockero showcase regular. The quintet is composed of family members (cousins, brothers, nephews) and performing in support of their latest release, Otro Verso. Arrive early as Boca Abajo will be shooting their next music video tomorrow night before and during their set. Boca Abajo take the stage at 10 p.m.

Long time Austin favorite, Vitera may be the only group around that mixes classic ’80s style Rock en Español and modern rock with a violin. Fronted by Movimiento Rockero leader Haydn Vitera, the group’s sound aims to bring back an arena rock feel with a Latin twist for all to enjoy. Vitera is performing in support of their latest album, ¡Súbete! and take the stage at 11 p.m.

Joining the showcase and closing the night out is Houston-based Dani Vargas Group. The instrumental rock-fusion trio formed in the summer of 2010. Founded by Chilean guitarist Danilo Vargas, the group also consists of musicians Moises Zapata (drums) and Carlos Soriano (bass). The group will be performing new songs from their new release Sound On Canvas.  Dani Vargas Group perform at midnight.

Frank is located at 4th and Colorado. All ages are welcome. Doors open at 9 p.m. Music at 10 p.m. $5 cover at the door or $3 with RSVP on Facebook here.

[9/5] Preview: Movimiento Rockero showcase at Antone’s

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Movimiento Rockero is a group of Austin-based Latin rock and alternative bands uniting to raise awareness and support for the genre in Austin and beyond. The collective debuted in 2011 with Thursday night showcases at Ruta Maya on South Congress. This year the showcases moved to Wednesday nights at the legendary Austin music venue Antone’s. The next Movimiento Rockero showcase will be Wednesday, September 5.

Wednesday night’s headliner will be Movimiento Rockero co-founder Vitera. A long time Austin favorite, Vitera may be the only group around that mixes classic ’80s style rock en Español and modern rock with a violin. Vitera is performing in support of their latest album, ¡Súbete!.

Joining Vitera Wednesday will be Houston’s Los Guerreros De La Musica. Formed in February 2009, the group is composed of experienced musicians who came from other previous bands from all walks of life. Their sound falls under the Latin fusion genre, incorporating elements of rock, ska, reggae and traditional Latin rhythms. Los Guerreros De La Musica performs at 10:15 p.m.

Also Wednesday night, there will be a Latino open mic from 9-10 p.m. Sign ups will go fast so attendees interested in performing during the open mic time block are encouraged to arrive early. Early arrival is encouraged for all as drinks will be half price from 8-9 p.m.

Antone’s is located at 213 West 5th St. All ages are welcome. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9 p.m. Advance tickets are available here. Cover will be $7 at the door. Visit the event page on Do512 here.