Music Tuesday April 6
Missed last week due to some hairy magazine deadlines, but back at it this week. I hope you've figured out that although I call this segment "Music Tuesday," the actual publish day is a bit, um, fluid. Not too many shows on my radar this week, but here are ones worth checking out:
Thursday, April 7
Pico vs. Island Trees at Evening Muse (late show)
I don't know the band is called that, and I'm not going to look it up. A bit twee if you ask me. But I like their sound. It's got a classic pop ring to it--somewhat radio-friendly actually. I could see XM or Sirius in particular going crazy over these guys. Seeing them play the intimate Muse should be a treat. You can preview Pico's newest record below. Do I detect a slight Commodores influence?
Friday and Saturday, April 8-9
Cash Bash at Puckett's Farm Equipment
I'm going out on a bit of a limb here. I have heard good things, but I have never been to Puckett's. It's a no-frills venue in the Derita neighborhood. But this show sounds pretty cool. This two-night affair is a tribute to The Man in Black. (Johnny Cash, not Roy Orbison. But Roy would be cool too.) Ten bands will each cover at least two Cash songs during their sets. I don't know many of the bands on the bill. But I have seen the Truckstop Preachers (Friday night), and I wholeheartedly approve. The lead singer actually sounds a lot like early Johnny, but they have much more of a rockabilly sound. So if you're in the mood for a little Johnny Cash sounding rockabilly honkytonk, head to Derita this weekend. Here's some background.
Saturday, April 9
Farewell Drifters with the Honeycutters at Evening Muse (early show)
Had never heard of the Farewell Drifters before researching this post. But their sound is perfect for a pleasant Spring weekend, which this one promises to be. Very folk-y with some tinges of bluegrass, complete with harmonies and string-picking and whatnot. Should be a fun one. Here's a video from their new CD, due out in June.
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Richard Thurmond is editor and associate publisher of Charlotte magazine and its four sister publications. He started his journalism career as a sportswriter before he realized sportswriting = bad hours and low pay. Oh well. He's been on staff since 1995 and editor since 1999. Also, he thinks he is funnier than he really is, which is helpful information for reading this blog. Got something to say but too chicken to comment? 
