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Obama and Me
It was the year 2000, and I was a young, hungry reporter in Chicago with a young, hungry state legislator on my speed dial
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Death in the Inner Circle
Apparent murder-suicide cuts to the heart of the mayor's southern Dallas advisors
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Battle Against Teaching Evolution in Texas Begins
Should creationism win out, textbooks throughout the country–not just Texas–will challenge the theory of evolution in science curricula
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After Their Murder-Suicide, Questions About Rufus and Lynn Flint Shaw's Shady Dealings Haunt Dallas
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Melodica Festival Self-Indulgent, But Still Positive for Dallas
If a festival happens in Exposition Park and only the built-in crowd shows, does it make a sound?
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Obama and Me (67)
It was the year 2000, and I was a young, hungry reporter in Chicago with a young, hungry state legislator on my speed dial
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Melodica Festival Self-Indulgent, But Still Positive for Dallas (51)
If a festival happens in Exposition Park and only the built-in crowd shows, does it make a sound?
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Murder at the Howard Johnson's Serves Up Flavorful Fare (27)
Also: Collin College kicks up heels with Li'l Abner and unfunny Nipples at Hub
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Ole Oops (58)
Popular prosperity preacher sues ABC and Trinity Foundation
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Death in the Inner Circle (21)
Apparent murder-suicide cuts to the heart of the mayor's southern Dallas advisors
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Melodica Festival Self-Indulgent, But Still Positive for Dallas
If a festival happens in Exposition Park and only the built-in crowd shows, does it make a sound?
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You Don't Have to Head to SXSW to Find a Festival This Week
Dallas has something for all tastes in town
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10 Artists We'd Resurrect for Easter
Included: Freddie Mercury, Hank Williams and Patsy Cline
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South by Southwest Bounty Overflows to Benefit Dallas
This and next week are full of big-name acts making their ways to or from the Austin festival
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Vampire Weekend Backlash at SXSW
The hype factory had everyone ready to hate on Vampire Weekend before the band arrived in Austin
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You Don't Have to Head to SXSW to Find a Festival This Week
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Published: March 13, 2008Bagpipe-toting Celt-punks Flatfoot 56 make a good choice for those who really want to extend the St. Patty's Day celebration. And, if you're a proud American, you'll like Dallas' Dog Company. Check this excerpt from a recent entry in Dog Company's blog: "I am tired of the Hippie left wing saying America sucks and what a crappy country we are. Hey, jerk!!! move to China or Venezuela and we will see how many punk rock shows you can have or protests for that matter."
Who it's for: Paddies, patriots and punks.
9 p.m., Monday, March 17
St. Patrick's Day Hangover Show
Lola's, Fort Worth
Featuring: O'Death, Langhorne Slim and Blackland River Devils
Whether you're hungover or not, O'Death's energetic, Tom Waits-inspired take on Appalachian country would cure what ails ya. Just don't tell anyone they're from New York City, or someone 's sure to mutter, "Get a rope." Langhorne Slim has an interesting soul-influenced take on folk music with Rhodes piano, but his inspirational lyrics (like "Take some chances, allow yourself to get lost" from "Diamonds and Gold") can border on preachy. The local Blackland River Devils is composed of members of Electric Mountain Rotten Apple Gang, playing bluegrass with fast-picked banjo, mandolin and Dobro guitar.
Who it's for: Anyone who's ever said, "That would sound better with some banjo."
9 p.m., Monday, March 17
St. Patrick's Day Show
The Aardvark, Fort Worth
Featuring: Holy Moly, Panther City Bandits and Rivercrest Yacht Club
Though this looks to be a solid night of Americana and country, attendees are definitely advised to arrive a bit late. Nobody should have to endure Rivercrest Yacht Club's excruciating white boy novelty rapping. Holy Moly has some merit, though, performing traditional-sounding country songs about werewolf girls and zombies in denial—just like Hank used to.
Who it's for: Fashionably late shitkicking sci-fi fans.
Baby Hughey,
Ever seen a show by Rivercrest Yacht Club? I'll bet you haven't. But I have -- and that group kicks ass. Yes, they're white boys doing hip hop, but they're making it fun, rowdy, fresh, and clever. The last time I saw them at Aardvark, there were about 80 people in the bar and everybody was standing in front of the stage with big smiles on their faces and having a great time. It's refreshing to see a group that views performing as a joyous experience, unlike the brooding, tormented shows by angst ridden artists that are so common these days. The Rivercrest Yacht Club is writing some of the most interesting rap to come out of North Texas in recent years.
Comment by FW Kid — March 17, 2008 @ 04:42PM
I am have to concur with FW Kid on this one. The RYC isn't just "white rap". It's intelligent and witty rap. They know exactly who they are and who their audience is. Their shows are entertaining and energetic. Their lyrics are witty and full of pop culture and literary references. Compared to the majority of mindless songs on the radio, I take RYC anyday.
Comment by sunny — March 22, 2008 @ 10:46AM