BASS DRUM OF DEATH + TYLER KEITH + DJ COLE FURLOW @ PROUD LARRY'S 1/25/13

With a new album just over the horizon, local rock n roll degenerates done good BASS DRUM OF DEATH will be playing a #rare hometown show at Proud Larry's this Friday 1/25. Also playing the show will be our pal TYLER KEITH (whose recent "Outlaw Biker" rock opera has been getting rave reviews). Cole from DEAD GAZE will be DJing party jammers all night. Advance tix are cheaper at $8 HERE. $10 at the door. Doors at 9pm. See y'all there.

DIARRHEA PLANET + PUJOL @ LAMAR LOUNGE 1/24/13

Many of you may will remember Nashville, TN's DIARRHEA PLANET and PUJOL, both of whom have previously shredded through Oxford, MS to much acclaim. If heavy garage punk riffage with four guitarists on stage is your bag, Infinity Cat recording artists DIARRHEA PLANET will not disappoint at Lamar Lounge this Thursday 1/24.

Also on the bill is the great PUJOL, who have been making waves across the globe with their "hooky, howly, and smart brand of garage rock" (quoth WNYC). They've also collaborated with America's favorite vinyl record salesman Jack White. The party starts at 10pm. Cover is $5. See y'all there.

AVA LUNA + CELESTIAL SHORE @ LAMAR LOUNGE 1/22/13

The Village Voice describes Brooklyn, NY's AVA LUNA as "Stax meets Kraftwerk," and if that doesn't tickle your fancy, then what the fuck are you doing looking at this website? See them on Tuesday 1/22 at Lamar Lounge with another amazingly on point Brooklyn band CELESTIAL SHORE. We can't wait. Doors are at 9pm. Cover charge is $5.

METH DAD + NETHERFRIENDS @ LAMAR LOUNGE 1/21/13

 

Two insane bands are coming to Lamar Lounge on Monday 1/21/13. Nashville, TN's METH DAD (for proof of insanity see HERE) will be joined by Chicago, IL's NETHERFRIENDS to kick off their extensive tour of Florida. Doors are at 9pm. Cover charge is $5. See y'all there.

PARQUET COURTS + GAME CONTROL @ LAMAR LOUNGE 1/4/13

Brooklyn, NY via Texas rock n roll ensemble PARQUET COURTS (whose acclaimed ranks include Andrew Savage from Fergus & Geronimo) will be rolling through Lamar Lounge this Friday 1/4/13.  Stream their debut album "Light Up Gold" on repeat HERE. Oxford, MS newcomers GAME CONTROL will be opening the show. 10pm. $5 cover.

MP3:
PARQUET COURTS - "BORROWED TIME"

FRENCHBRAID - "BLACK TEARS"

Here's the latest slice of twisted genius nursed from Mississippi's ever flowing teat. FRENCHBRAID is a collaboration between singer/songwriter Joshua Clark (formerly of BOY and LIVING BETTER ELECTRICALLY) and producer Misha Hercules. Their debut track is called "Black Tears." Listen below, and catch their debut performance tonight at our very own New Year's eve party with DENT MAY GROUP and DEAD GAZE at Lamar Lounge.

GRAY THINGS - "I WANT IT TO LIVE" VIDEO

Here's the sweet new underwater music video from GRAY THINGS a.k.a. our very own Thomas Cooper. His new 7" single features two songs, "Girl" b/w "I Want It To Live," and it's out now and available HERE in a limited edition of 500 copies via Make Mine. Digital version comes with a bonus track, "King Of Wands."

ZORNED IN: TIM MAIA

We can't stop listening to Luaka Bop's new compilation of tunes from legendary Brazilian musician TIM MAIA, a controversial figure whose reputation for excess is almost as famous as his transcendent take on American soul and funk music. He was deported from the USA for marijuana possession in 1963, joined a UFO-obsessed religious cult at the height of his fame, and ballooned to over 300 pounds thanks to his appetite for booze, drugs, and food. Unfortunately, he collapsed on stage in 1998, leading to his untimely death at the age of 55.

The compilation's title, "Nobody Can Live Forever: The Existential Soul Of Tim Maia," perfectly captures the meditative yet celebratory philosophy behind Maia's tracks. You can stream the entire compilation HERE.

FREAK HEAT WAVES + THE ADULTS @ Lamar Lounge 11/28/12

Victoria, BC's FREAK HEAT WAVES are headed to Lamar Lounge next Wednesday 11/28. The Canadian trio's angular post-punk guitars, infectious krautrock bass grooves, and detached vocals wouldn't be out of place at CBGB in 1978, but Freak Heat Waves are straight out of Canada's fertile DIY scene. Their album was recorded by the late Christopher Reimer of WOMEN. Be sure to pick up a copy at the show.

Opening will be local sweethearts THE ADULTS, surely one of Oxford's most promising new bands.  Show starts at 9pm. Cover charge is $5. See y'all there.

HOW TO DRESS WELL + BEACON + CHILD STAR @ Proud Larry's 11/26/12

Highly acclaimed R&B deconstructionist HOW TO DRESS WELL (birth name: Tom Krell) released one of the undisputed best albums of the year, and his new live band is getting rave reviews across the world. Lucky for y'all said live band will be crash landing from outer space at Proud Larry's next Monday 11/26.

Direct support will be BEACON, a Brooklyn duo who describe their music as "a combination of deep south bass music and ambient pop melodies, with R&B tinged vocals that accompany warm arpeggiated synthesizers." Yes, please.

Opening the show is CHILD STAR, Oxford's own future pop legend in the making. This show is the Monday after Thanksgiving break, so you'll wanna make up for all the time spent with your parents by indulging in some next level tunes and stiff drinks. Doors are at 8pm.  $10.

NUDE BEACH + DEAD GAZE @ LAMAR LOUNGE 11/17/12

Brooklyn, NY's NUDE BEACH have already been compared to all the greats: Petty, Costello, Westerberg, Lowe, etc. Their new album II was just released by Other Music Recording Co, a label collaboration between the great NYC record store and our friends at Fat Possum. The record is a must buy.

NUDE BEACH play a short in-store set tomorrow at THE END OF ALL MUSIC before joining DEAD GAZE for an unforgettable night of rock n roll at LAMAR LOUNGE. Don't sleep. The in-store is at 5pm, and the lounge party begins at 9pm.  See y'all tomorrow.