The Krayolas are back among the living. It's like something out of a Stephen King novel or Mel Brooks' "Young Frankenstein" -- it's alive.
Thirty years ago, the Krayolas walked out of their daddy's garage and into the legendary West Side studio, Zaz, to make their first 45 r.p.m. vinyl record, "All I Do Is Try" b/w "Sometime." They were just teenagers, but soon they would be making many more singles with the help of great musicians like the West Side Horns, Ezra Charles and Rene & Rene.
The Krayolas were hailed Tex-Mex Beatles, just as the Sir Douglas Quintet had been a decade earlier -- connected in spirit, their love of rock 'n' roll and their hometown roots. The Krayolas always championed their San Antonio connection.
"Best Riffs Only: The Krayolas 1977-1988" compiles long-unavailable, out-of-print indie vinyl singles and rare album tracks for the first time. Some of it dates back 30 years, most of it is a quarter century old. The title of the new, 16-song collection comes from a bit of advice that Nick Lowe and Dave Edmunds gave the band when they played together at the historic Cain's Ballroom in Tulsa in the late '70s.
Taking a step back and listening to the disparate collection that only hints at the Krayolas onstage power, their essence is irresistible. It's direct-to-the-brain power pop and garage band rock -- young, raw, energetic, upbeat, charming, campy and fun. Always melodic, the Krayolas easy-to-hum sound puts a smile on your face.
It's timeless. The Krayolas are timeless. And if they're alive, maybe you are, too.
Rock/Alternative Fri. July 10th @ The Parish 214 East 6th. St. Austin, Tx. W/ special Guest: Drought...Fan to Flame $7.00 advance tickets $10.00 @ the door ***(All Ages Welcome)*** $10.00 for minors www.myspace.com/spinningchain www.twitter.com,www.facebook.com www.ilast.com,www.highlight.com Spinning Chain @ Scout Bar Fri.July 17th W/ Cult to Follow San Antonio,Tx.
If you would like to stay current with solar and other renewable energy events in SA please check out the Solar San Antonio page....We post all our current events as well as news articles, photos, and links to the 2009 CPS and Federal solar incentives!
WHAT IT DO?? ITS TIME FOR MY STR8 DROP TOUR. I HAVE A FEW PRE-TOUR SHOWS THRU THE GREATER SOUTHEAST SO WHETHER YOUR A FAN, ARTIST OR PROMOTER DEMAND ME IN YOUR CITY SO YOU CAN SEE ME SHUT THE STAGE DOWN IN YO TOWN OR POSSIBLY BE A PART OF IT. EITHER WAY YOUR SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED HOLLA BACK
Journey for Jodie We are each given challenges. It Happens all the time. Some are given small hurdles, while others…..Mountains to climb. Come help Jodie climb hers against Brain Cancer. ~ E.G.
We are doing another fundraiser, but this time, all you have to do is bring yourself and be ready to dance your feet off!
Date: May 8th, Friday Place: Royal Palace Ballroom 3506 S.W. Military Dr. Time: 7:00 pm to 12:00 am Cost is $5.00 per person
Live Entertainment All Night Long Bands include:
~DJ BONGO BOB ~HERMANOS DELEON ~ROCKY HERNANDEZ OBG BAND ~CANELA BAND
Plus More and Special Guests In Between Sets There will be Door Prizes/And a Raffle And Lots of Snacks Will Be Provided
Please come out for the fun, for the music, but especially for my sister. Her fight is your fight.
Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?
A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:
Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella
Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.
Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.
I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4
Hello! Just wanted to drop in and let you know that pre-orders for my new jazz standards album "Bittersweet" are now taking place! The first 100 pre-orders will receive a signed and numbered copy! Release date is set for May 19th, but you will get your copy a few days earlier! Kate and I are very excited about the record, and we can't wait for you to hear it. Head over to www.bittersweetthealbum.com to pre-order! Thanks! ~Mark
thanks for the add! my aunt read about yall and was happy to wait in the cold on sunday night to see yall. even though all those crazy people were holding things up. yall are great. see yall at king william, peace
Good to have you as a friend! So great to see the internet in action this way, shortening distances between people.
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