Mainly info about shows
Welcome to the sixth Music Monthly newsletter, marching merrily along now. This month’s news is dominated by upcoming shows regarding three of the usual projects: Mala Nota, Red and The Rebels, and Channels. In addition, a show with Juston Hargrove is added to the calendar.
The Mala Nota album previously mentioned continues the mix process with a studio in Mexico City. Ok, let’s admit it: this is a long-distance relationship. Everything takes longer. Last week Mala Nota filmed four songs, one of which will be submitted to NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert Contest. Looking forward to sharing that video, which is being edited locally, next month.
And the band has a number of shows on the calendar:
March 11South by SoundcheckHotel Vegas
1502 E 6th St, Austin TX 78702
6:00 PM (one set)
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La Macarena Restaurant & Bar
8776 Research Blvd Suite B, Austin TX 78758
10:00 PM, with Fraile and Bajo Azul
Mala Nota will start at 11:30 (or midnight) one long set
March 25
Anderson Mill Pub
10401 Anderson Mill Rd #121, Austin TX 78750
10:00 PM, with Fraile and Los Kurados
April 7
Flamingo Cantina
515 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
Opening for Alika
April 20
Latin Night @ Geraldine’s
605 Davis Street, Austin TX 78701
8:00 PM
April 29
Latin Night @ Sahara Lounge
413 Webberville Road, Austin TX 78721
Downbeat at midnight, so technically we
will conjure April 30 into existence.
May 5
Something good is brewing, or fermenting, for Cinco de Mayo.
Red and The Rebels has a backyard show is on the calendar, Red and The Rebels’ third appearance at The Purple Barn:
May 6
The Purple Barn
140 Dobie Dr, Wimberley TX 78676
8:00 PM, two sets
If you look at Instagram (remember when it was more a photography-oriented platform?), the band is located here. The vibe is strong.
On April 22 I get to play the low notes with Juston Hargrove at Sportsfest.
Prior to the Great Pause of Corona, the Juston Hargrove Band played regularly at many venues around town. One moment that stands out took place during an early-in-the-week show at Hole In The Wall. Towards the end of the set, and night, we played “Little Wing.” As Juston played the intro, a, couple dragged their chairs from where they were sitting at the back of the room, and placed themselves front and center at the edge of the stage. From this vantage point, they were looking up at Juston—local elders soaking in a Hendrix experience. It was beautiful.
April 22
Sportsfest at the Krieg Complex
515 S Pleasant Valley Rd Austin TX
Tentatively scheduled for 5:00 PM, one set
Channels returns to the sanctuary at Central Presbyterian Church on April 14. Once again, I’ll share this video from the show last October. I’ll also share this link to Todd’s Kickstarter for producing this show. This time, there are perks for donors. Please consider making a donation, which essentially makes you a co-producer in a silent, but effective way. We’re setting a high bar for transportive music, “exquisite sound” (in quotes as I’m quoting an unsolicited comment from someone in the October audience), and paying the musicians fairly.
Thanks again for reading. I hope to see you at a show. Do say hello. Feel free to send questions or topics you might like to hear about from me. Next month I’ll include something to stick in your ear.
Peace, Love, and Art,
Ralph
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Ralph Manak
Raking Light Studio
Austin TX
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