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A Tribute to Rusty Weir
To know Texas legend Rusty Wier was to love him. One of the most prolific and colorful Texas artists ever to grace the stage, Wier was described as “the World’s Greatest Saloon Entertainer” and was best known for the track Don’t It Make You Wanna Dance, a version of which was recorded by Bonnie Raitt and became a hit when it appeared on the soundtrack of Urban Cowboy.
Art in the Hood VIII Studio Tour
Each year at this time, this group of established artists whose works are sought after nationally and internationally open their studios for demonstrations and discussion. Located in the Southeast Dallas area within close proximity, there’s nothing “hoody” about it.
The piece shown is by Leila Strauch of Brazil. Strauch learned her craft while sitting quietly in church studying the stained glass as a child. Her Mother would reward her quietness by taken her around to the church windows afterward so she could study the glass pieces in detail.
Red Hot and Blue
KNON Blues Festival this weekend includes legendary blues artists. On Saturday, the doors open at 4 pm and the line includes Hash Brown, Big Charles Young, The Wrecking Crew, JJ and the Detonators, The Paul Bird Band and Blue Lisa, Mike Morgan and the Crawl and toping the evening is the Lucky and Tamara Peterson Blues Review featuring Gregg A. Smith.
On Sunday, the doors open at 3 pm with Rob Donavan, Jason Elmore, The Tu-Tones, Pat Boyack, Andrew Jr. Boy Jones and the last set at 9 pm is Denny Freeman.
Poor David’s Pub
1313 S. Lamar
Saturday and Sunday
January 30 and 31
214.565.1295
$10 each show
$10 Dinner Plate of Sliced Brisket, Quartered Chicken, Pulled Pork,
BBQ Beans, Potato Salad and Dinner Rolls plus all the “fixin’s” additional
Western Swing Dance
After having listened to KNON and the ups and downs of public radio music in Dallas, I have to admit every time I listen to the new station, KXT, it sort of feels like I’m cheating on KNON who’s been as loyal as an old porch dog.
Jazz Brunch
Local and popular singer, Gabe Meadows along with The Lush Life Trio paired with the Brooklyn’s Ella’s Omelet filled with caramelized onions, artichokes, tomatoes and provolone cheese or Wilson’s Belgium Waffles is an all age’s brunch setting that is family friendly.
Brooklyn, a Jazzy place
1701 Lamar
Sunday, December 20; 11:30 & 3 pm
214.428.0025
Slow Down Lady
Out of Austin, Slow Down Lady sings folk and Americana Blues made up of Andrew Crosby (Vocals and Guitar) - Abby Peck (Vocals) - Keith Levy (Lead Guitar and Vocals) - Adam Klaybor (Drums) - Shelby Stephens (Bass). Listen here, they are natural.
Poor David’s Pub
1313 S. Lamar
Friday, December 18; 9 pm
214.565.1295
Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters
The concert in Dallas is their first stop in Texas before hitting Austin, Carl’s Corner, which is sold out and Houston. The Boxmasters will be performing tracks off their Christmas CD which is rockabilly with incarnations of Johnny Cash and sounds pretty good. Christmas Cheer includes old time favorites We Three Kings, Christmas in Prison, Blue Christmas, I Won’t be Home for Christmas, Silver Bells and more plus their version of the Chipmunk Song, Christmas Don’t Be Late released in November, is a bonus track.
Band member J.D. Andrew said “‘The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late)’ was my favorite Christmas song growing up and I wore the LP out on my Fisher-Price turntable. And USA Today said ….”Thornton’s hillbilly-rock trio stuffs their stockings with twangy tunes like We Three Kings done in the style of Ring of Fire.”
Palladium Ballroom – The Loft
1135 S. Lamar
Monday, December 14; 8:30
214.928.9844
The Art of Skateboarding
Two Hundred blank boards were given out to celebrity artists, TSRHC patients, clothing designers, art students and local artist and word has it, Tony Hawk has designed one as well. Imagination fills the room as each board has its own personality and style. Enjoy complimentary cocktails and appetizers, even some live skateboarding in the indoor half-pipe – that’s skateboarding lingo. And Fuel TV’s, The Captain and Casey Show, will be along with lots more entertainment. Intownmix was there last year and it was an amazing event with so many people you could barely move but don’t let that stop you. Last year the event raised $44,000 and this year the groups goal is $100k.
Summer Colors Art Show
Southside on Lamar
1409 South Lamar Street
Thursday August 13, 7 pm
214.559.5000
Looking for somewhere to wear those newest colorful summer slings? We have just the place! Before you head to SouthSide, put the checkbook in your pocket on the way out the door. Local artists Jenny Grumbles and Jill Scovell will be auctioning a few of their impressionist influenced paintings and the proceeds will go to help the kids at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital. A bit shy? The auction is silent so you don’t have to worry about scratching your nose to buy a painting that speaks to you. The event includes wine, beer and nibbles plus sprinkles cupcakes. Tickets; $35 or save $10 and buy on-line at Uptown Country Home. MOneill
