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Wednesday, December 31, 2008 - 13:58:45
NYE To-Do: 607
607
9 p.m., Gusano's. $5.
After winning the Arkansas Times Musicians Showcase and releasing an album with his brother Bobby, 607 did something he'd never done before. He slowed down. The super-prolific MC — 30 albums, thousands of performances — recorded and then invited friends and family to critique his work. Rather than knock out an album in one day, as has been the norm, he stretched the process across four sessions. “I can't just be good anymore,” he told me a while back. “I've got to be great.” Fans will get their first opportunity to see if he succeeded at this New Year's Eve show, where he'll release the new album, “Mirrors of Time.” It's a synchronicity the MCs have probably been planning for years — the release of his 31st album on the 31st. As usual, Bobby, AKA Mr. Morbid, helps out on the mic and DJ Discipline mans the ones and twos. Check his MySpace page for a preview of the album's first single, an anthem for these troubled economic times called "Let's Go Dutch."
9 p.m., Gusano's. $5.
After winning the Arkansas Times Musicians Showcase and releasing an album with his brother Bobby, 607 did something he'd never done before. He slowed down. The super-prolific MC — 30 albums, thousands of performances — recorded and then invited friends and family to critique his work. Rather than knock out an album in one day, as has been the norm, he stretched the process across four sessions. “I can't just be good anymore,” he told me a while back. “I've got to be great.” Fans will get their first opportunity to see if he succeeded at this New Year's Eve show, where he'll release the new album, “Mirrors of Time.” It's a synchronicity the MCs have probably been planning for years — the release of his 31st album on the 31st. As usual, Bobby, AKA Mr. Morbid, helps out on the mic and DJ Discipline mans the ones and twos. Check his MySpace page for a preview of the album's first single, an anthem for these troubled economic times called "Let's Go Dutch."
NYE To-Do: Free Verse / Weakness for Blondes
Free Verse.
FREE VERSE/WEAKNESS FOR BLONDES
9 p.m., Sticky Fingerz and Revolution. $15 adv., $20 d.o.s.
Owning two clubs in the River Market has its perks. As they often do on special nights, owners Suzon Awbrey and Chris King host one big party spanning both venues for New Year's Eve (with one cover charge). This year's theme is Midnight Masquerade, and the clubs are handing out cash prizes for the best masquerade masks. At Sticky Fingerz, Free Verse blends prog and psychedelic rock, funk and a dash of blues and jazz. They jam. At Revolution, Weakness for Blondes does a similar, albeit more straight rockin', kind of thing. You'll want to be at Rev at midnight. There'll be two big balloon drops in different parts of the club, where $10,000 in cash and gift certificates will come raining down.
9 p.m., Sticky Fingerz and Revolution. $15 adv., $20 d.o.s.
Owning two clubs in the River Market has its perks. As they often do on special nights, owners Suzon Awbrey and Chris King host one big party spanning both venues for New Year's Eve (with one cover charge). This year's theme is Midnight Masquerade, and the clubs are handing out cash prizes for the best masquerade masks. At Sticky Fingerz, Free Verse blends prog and psychedelic rock, funk and a dash of blues and jazz. They jam. At Revolution, Weakness for Blondes does a similar, albeit more straight rockin', kind of thing. You'll want to be at Rev at midnight. There'll be two big balloon drops in different parts of the club, where $10,000 in cash and gift certificates will come raining down.
NYE To-Do: Cory Branan
CORY BRANAN
9 p.m., White Water Tavern. $5.
Just a few days before Lucero returns to White Water, another big name with a close relationship with the bar headlines. Singer/songwriter Cory Branan, originally from Memphis, has released two acclaimed full-lengths. It's been two years since he put out “12 Songs,” so look for him to show off some new ones. Blair Combest, a Memphis folk rocker of similar, but slightly twangier, ilk, opens along with Cali's the Quiet Life, which specializes in good-time country-rock.
9 p.m., White Water Tavern. $5.
Just a few days before Lucero returns to White Water, another big name with a close relationship with the bar headlines. Singer/songwriter Cory Branan, originally from Memphis, has released two acclaimed full-lengths. It's been two years since he put out “12 Songs,” so look for him to show off some new ones. Blair Combest, a Memphis folk rocker of similar, but slightly twangier, ilk, opens along with Cali's the Quiet Life, which specializes in good-time country-rock.
NYE To-Do: The Munks
THE MUNKS
9 p.m., Afterthought. $20.
For those who like to take their dose of rollicking gypsy folk rock seated, the Afterthought is the spot on New Year's Eve. The Munks, long one of Little Rock's finest live acts, offer a lengthy set that's sure to be filled with songs from their two fine albums, “Heartbreak Numbers” and “Sing Dirty Songs,” and a handful of tasty covers. They're led by pianist and vocalist Aaron Grimm (of the Tom Waits vocal school), with drummer Brooks Browning, pedal/steel guitarist Alex Piazza, violinist Bennett Ryel and bassist Rich Dwiggins. The cover charge includes party favors and a champagne toast. There'll also be all sorts of food and drink specials.
9 p.m., Afterthought. $20.
For those who like to take their dose of rollicking gypsy folk rock seated, the Afterthought is the spot on New Year's Eve. The Munks, long one of Little Rock's finest live acts, offer a lengthy set that's sure to be filled with songs from their two fine albums, “Heartbreak Numbers” and “Sing Dirty Songs,” and a handful of tasty covers. They're led by pianist and vocalist Aaron Grimm (of the Tom Waits vocal school), with drummer Brooks Browning, pedal/steel guitarist Alex Piazza, violinist Bennett Ryel and bassist Rich Dwiggins. The cover charge includes party favors and a champagne toast. There'll also be all sorts of food and drink specials.
NYE To-Do: Rivertop Party
RIVERTOP PARTY
8 p.m., Peabody. $40 adv., $20 d.o.s.
This is where the masses will congregate. There'll be three bands and three DJs spread out in all sorts of party rooms on several different levels in the hotel. The biggest draw is sure to be the hugely popular '80s cover band Venus Mission, but Tragikly White and Crisis! always bring folks out, too. Plus, party DJs Ugly Ed and Tre' Day and Joe Snell are sure to keep it moving with all sorts of dance music. Advance tickets can be purchased at the Peabody Gift Shop. Tickets include a midnight champagne toast.
8 p.m., Peabody. $40 adv., $20 d.o.s.
This is where the masses will congregate. There'll be three bands and three DJs spread out in all sorts of party rooms on several different levels in the hotel. The biggest draw is sure to be the hugely popular '80s cover band Venus Mission, but Tragikly White and Crisis! always bring folks out, too. Plus, party DJs Ugly Ed and Tre' Day and Joe Snell are sure to keep it moving with all sorts of dance music. Advance tickets can be purchased at the Peabody Gift Shop. Tickets include a midnight champagne toast.
NYE To-Do: Vicious Vic
VICIOUS VIC
8 p.m., the Village. $10 adv., $15 d.o.s.
The Village, as it typically does, keeps it electro on New Year's Eve. This year it's a treat for the area's small but ardent rave scene. Vic, with the likes of DJ Irene, Bad Boy Bill and Keoki, helped make the New York underground club scene a global phenomenon. Lately, the DJ's trance work has taken him on tours to England, France and Japan. Don't forget your glowstick.
8 p.m., the Village. $10 adv., $15 d.o.s.
The Village, as it typically does, keeps it electro on New Year's Eve. This year it's a treat for the area's small but ardent rave scene. Vic, with the likes of DJ Irene, Bad Boy Bill and Keoki, helped make the New York underground club scene a global phenomenon. Lately, the DJ's trance work has taken him on tours to England, France and Japan. Don't forget your glowstick.
Saturday, December 27, 2008 - 15:52:38
Saturday To-Do: American Princes / Smoke Up Johnny / Eclipse Glasses
AMERICAN PRINCES / SMOKE UP JOHNNY / ECLIPSE GLASSES
9 p.m., Revolution.
Since guitarist and vocalist Collins Kilgore moved to New York awhile back, the Princes, like the Big Cats or Ashtray Babyhead, have mostly scheduled their Little Rock shows around holidays. But, because the band's still really active — they tour nationally and work the press circuit; their latest album, “Other People,” was just named Magnet magazine's album of the year — they come around even on the lesser holidays. But Christmastime is always special. The dudes usually share the bill with friends in buzzy local bands — in this case, irrepressible bar rockers Smoke Up Johnny and groove-laden Eclipse Glasses — and everyone seems to come out of the woodwork. It'll be more emotional than usual. The band will perform without longtime bassist Luke Hunsicker, who recently underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor. The prognosis is for a full recovery. Like many working musicians, Hunsicker lacks health insurance. Obviously, his medical bills are going to be exorbitant. The band plans to soon set up a link for anyone who wants to donate on americanprinces.com; tonight, friends and fans will be able to pick up special Luke-themed shirts. While this gig will be a showcase for the band and their friends, an encore, on Monday, at White Water, offers fans a long night of nothing but the Princes.
2008 Rewind: X for XXzotic
2008 Rewind: W for Warhol
2008 Rewind: V for Valley of the Vapors
2008 Rewind: U for Unlikely shows
2008 Rewind: T for Thank God for Mississippi. Memphis, too.
2008 Rewind: S for Showcase
2008 Rewind: R for Riverfest
2008 Rewind: Q for Quintets
2008 Rewind: P for Princes
2008 Rewind: O for Oxford American
2008 Rewind: N for New Technology
2008 Rewind: M for Musicophilia
2008 Rewind: L for Little Rock Film Fest
2008 Rewind: K for Korto
2008 Rewind: J for 'Jump'
2008 Rewind: I for Isaac
2008 Rewind: H for Hayes Carll
2008 Rewind: G for Good Fear
2008 Rewind: F for Fabulists
2008 Rewinds: E for Expats
2008 Rewind: D for Dan Penn
2008 Rewind: C for Cool Shoes
2008 Rewind: B for Boondogs
2008 Rewind: A for "Attraction"
Matt Besser is "The Hunchback of Vino's"
Tuesday To-Do: Isaac Alexander / Loch Ness Monster / Grand Serenade
Monday To-Do: Trusty and Matt Besser celebrate DMZ
Saturday To-Do: Kevin Kerby and Battery
Saturday To-Do: Machina
The Weekend: Big Smith, Chris Denny, Four on the Floor, 'Seasons Beatings' and more
Linkage: RIAA to stop suing 13-year-olds and 'Seven Pounds' of sh...
Friday To-Do: John Paul Keith and the One Four Fives
Friday To-Do: Cool Shoes
Friday To-Do: PM Today / Schoolboy Humor
Weekend To-Do: The ASO's Yuletide Spectacular
Johnny Trash
Thursday To-Do: The Rockettes
Drexel sees 'Green Sky'
Free Candy: 'Jungle Juice'
American Princes, Magnet-fied
Al Bell is online
Everyone to play Jazz Fest
Booze still flowing at Counterpoint
Web fliering 2.0
Tuesday To-Do: Hana Pestle with Ben Moody
Monday: ACAC opens new space, jazz at the Afterthought
Linkage: New music from Bishop Allen, Josh Lucas is Thurman Munson and more
Last Saturday: Egyptr, Velvet Kente, Eclipse Glasses
Saturday To: All Night Drug Prowling Wolves
Saturday To-Do: Reverend Horton Heat
Saturday To-Do: Dub Trio
The Weekend: Venus Mission, Michael Burks, Eclipse Glasses and more
People will flock
Friday To-Do: Joe Buck
Friday To-Do: Arkansas Chamber Singers
Enter the Musicians Showcase online
Thursday: Autovaughn, River City Men's Chorus and more
Wakarusa Festival to NWA in 2009
Thursday To-Do: UALR Percussion Ensemble covers Radiohead
Wednesday: Mannheim Steamroller, Battery, Rodney Block and more
DMZ reunion
Last night: Stanton Moore Trio
'Shotgun Stories' among the best of the year say famous critics
Sunday To-Do: Christina Milian
Sunday To-Do: Stanton Moore
The Televisionist: 'Dirty Harry' Marathon
Sunday To-Do: 'Boys of the Lough'
The Weekend: Runaway Planet, Chris Denny, Korto, "The Nutcracker" and more
Saturday To-Do: Hoobastank
Weekend To-Do: 'It's a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play'
Betty White's lyrical evolution, birth control advice from Michelle Duggar and Al Green and food metaphors
Weekend To-Do: 'The History Boys'
Little Rockettes
News you can use, Lucero-philes
Thursday: Salty Dogs, Ted Ludwig, San Antokyo, Eoff Brothers and more
The Grammy nominations: Less sucky than usual
The Boondogs gorgeous new music video
Thursday To-Do: My Brightest Diamond
Weekend To-Do: Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus
David Gordon Green and HBO
Wednesday: Blue Mountain, g-force and Ted Ludwig
Reminder: Pay what you can night at the Rep
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