Is it true that St. Patrick was the patron saint of public drunkenness, or is it just one of those urban myths? While the level of bacchanalia in Houston doesn’t rise to that seen in New York and Chicago, there are a number of local options for those who can’t get enough of green beer, jello shots and shamrock shakes. For traditional Irish music, check out the annual St. Patricks celebration at the Mucky Duck. If you don’t want to deal with the crowds, Duck offers a live stream option, and you can pick up the pint of Guinness if you just want to drive by. Now it is service!
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Robert Smith is of course known for saving the planet from Barbara Streisand (aka Mecha Streisand) after Leonard Maltin and Sidney Poitier failed to end her reign of terror on “South Park.” Oh, and he’s also the singer for the Cure, who will be playing the Toyota Center on Friday the 12th. May. Tickets go on sale this Friday. Strike while the iron is hot, since, according to Stan Marsh, “Robert Smith is the greatest person who ever lived!” And Kyle Broflovski believes, “Disintegration is the best album ever!” said Nuff.
Willie Nelson turns 90 on April 29, and he’s gearing up for a big birthday celebration with the Outlaw Music Festival Tour. The concept is essentially a portable version of the legendary Fourth of July picnic that Willie has been holding since 1973. The mobile extravaganza will stop at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion on Sunday, July 2, with Willie as the headliner and other acts. announced closer to the performance date. Advance sales are underway, with general ticket sales starting on Friday.
Counting Crows lead singer Adam Duritz is busy in the wine business these days, not to mention producing cooking videos and hosting a podcast. Fortunately for fans of the band, he has set aside some time for a tour, which will stop at the Smart Financial Center on Saturday, August 19. Advance sales are going on right now, and general ticket sales start on Friday.
Shows this week:
New Order rose from the ashes of Joy Division and have been an (irregular) going concern since 1980, moving from a post-punk approach to one that includes influences from electronic bands such as Kraftwerk. However, the last couple of years have been busy, highlighted by a nomination to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Catch them on Thursday at 713 Music Hall.
Two longtime Houston favorites will perform this week at the Heights Theatre. Tonight, singer-songwriter Michael Martin Murphey (“Wildfire,” “What’s Forever For”) takes the stage, presenting songs that preserve the cowboy tradition of the American West. ‘Cause Knowledge is Power: Murphy’s song “What Am I Doing Hangin’ Round” was recorded by the Monkees, thanks to Murphy’s friendship with Michael Nesmith.
On Friday at the Heights Theatre, it’s Marica Ball serving up house-rocking music with a side of red beans and rice. Since first gaining notoriety as a member of Austin country traditionalists Freda and the Firedogs, Ball has developed her own blend of boogie and blues with a unique sensibility that straddles the Texas-Louisiana line. And who else plays the piano with their legs crossed?
Kenny Chesney Wednesday 3/15
Chris Stapleton Thursday 16/3
Cody Johnson Friday 3/17
Brad Paisley Saturday 18/3
Luke Bryan Sunday 19/3
