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Friday, June 27 found Eggs and me at one of our favorite Houston venues, Last Concert Cafe. We walked through the restaurant and into the outdoor stage area to find the majority of the picnic tables arranged in two long lines. Rows of people neatly perched on the benches while hula hoopers took advantage of the empty space in the middle. But musical guests South Austin Jug Band were the main focus, and they adroitly fulfilled our expectations.

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On Saturday, July 14, the Orange Show invited guests to relax amid the monument's citrusy wackiness and soak up the benga indie rock stylings of Extra Golden. This performance was the latest in the Orange Show's excellent series spotlighting musical performers from an array of backgrounds.

Review, photos, and video after the jump

Kori Gardner and Jason Hammel, the adorably (sorry, couldn't help it) talented couple behind indiepop band Mates of State, charmed the audience at Warehouse Live on Thursday, June 12. Who was there? What'd they wear? Which songs were played? Get all the gossip (okay, a recap and videos) after the jump.

Upcoming shows in the Houston area:

Thursday, June 12

Mates of State

Mates of State with Headlights and Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears at Warehouse Live
Black Joe Lewis has a song entitled "Bitch I Love You" AND Barack Obama called him 'outstanding' - that would be enough to get us to this show even if Mates of State and Headlights weren't also on the bill.
Show starts at 9; tickets are $14.

Via Audio

Via Audio with Jukebox the Ghost and The Western Civilization at XO Lounge
We're a little thrown that this show is taking place at a club/lounge, but it should be a great time. It's being presented by Houston Indie Concerts and Coffee Shop Criminals.
Show starts at 9; tickets are $5 21+/$10 under 21.

Satin Hooks

Basses Loaded, Tha Fucking Transmissions, Satin Hooks, Shina Rae, and The Delta Block at Numbers
Part of Free Press Houston's Recession Thursdays series. $2 Lone Stars, $3 wells, $1.50 drafts.
Show starts at 8; tickets are $5 21+/$7 under 21.








Friday, June 13

Live Oak Decline

Live Oak Decline at Last Concert Cafe
Show starts at 9; tickets are $7.








Follow the jump for the full list of recommended Houston shows

The most unique venue in Houston, the Orange Show, will be presenting another live music event this Saturday, June 14. Kenyan-American tropical indie rock band Extra Golden will be adding their energetic blend of rock and benga music to the already surreal atmosphere that surrounds this folk art monument. The band even has the Obama stamp of approval: his office helped them obtain the visas necessary to make their American concert debut. Obama-sistible!

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Friday, May 30 found the Houston BOT crew at Walter's On Washington for performances by Colour Revolt and Snowden. Houston's own The Riff Tiffs provided support.

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On Saturday, May 24, I was ordered by the evil BOThead overlord Eggs (kidding (kinda)) to cover the Ume/Lymbyc Systym/The Sour Notes show at The Mink/Backroom in Houston. I had just settled in to enjoy a slothful holiday weekend, and was not exactly pleased at the prospect of braving the rabid humidity to take pictures and jot down notes in a poorly lit venue, but I went nonetheless - and I'm quite glad that I did.

Full review and pictures after the jump

Tuesday, May 20th brought two choices to the Houston Breakfast On Tour crew: either get some free Jack Daniels and music from Black Rebel Motorcycle Club at Warehouse Live, or hit up Fitz's for some 80's hair-metal from Bang Camaro. After a bad showing from BRMC at Voodoo last year, we decided to take up the second choice and see what Bang Camaro had to offer.

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Saturday, May 17th brought Spoonfed Tribe to town on a night when Radiohead dominated Houston's live show-going market. We had a wedding to attend (and thankfully tickets to Radiohead's Dallas show) so a late night journey to Last Concert Cafe was our next best option. We had a long day, so my review is going to consist of this short sentence: Dallas' Spoonfed Tribe brought out their jammier side during a percussion-heavy set of tribal rhythms and psychedelic rock. We did take a bunch of pictures though...

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Upcoming shows in the Houston area:

Thu May 15
B. with Rise Over Ruin, Shina Rae, and Giant Battle Monster at Numbers
Part of Free Press Houston's Recession Thursday series.
Show starts at 9; tickets are $5 21+/$7 under 21. $2 Lone Star, $3 wells, $1.50 drafts. Hot damn.

Old 97's at Cactus Music
Free in-store performance; starts at 5:30.

Fri May 16
Reverend Horton Heat with Nashville Pussy and Backyard Tire Fire at the Meridian
Houston Press Music Awards nomination party.
Show starts at 8; tickets are $20 in advance/$25 at the door.

Northern State and American Princes at Warehouse Live
American Princes are also playing in-store at Cactus Music at 6.
Show starts at 9; tickets are $12.

Little Brother Project and Flamin' Hellcats at Dan Electro's
Show starts at 9:30; tickets are probably $10.

Full list after the jump