This article originally appeared in the Dallas Observer.
Rock ‘n’ roll is not what it used to be. But don’t tell that to Fort Worth‘s Quaker City Night Hawks, whose debut album, ¡Torquila Torquila!, is clearly from another time—a time when there was nothing better than a drive down a dusty road with a cigarette in your mouth, the top off your Firebird Trans Am and Creedence Clearwater Revival on the radio.
Dallas band Air Review brought their thoughtful, intricate indie rock jams to The Local Edge studios. This is a song off their 2009 record, Landmarks, which was the best record of the year.
Ft. Worth’s Calhoun dropped by The Local Edge for a little acoustic action. Their latest record, Heavy Sugar (Idol), is easily their best to date and one of the best albums I’ve heard this year.
Congrats on another successful 35 Conferette (formerly NX35). This year saw the fest finally realized as a walkable event with two well placed outdoor stages just off the Square. I was only there for the first two days, but I made the most of it. So many highlights. So many PBRs. So very Denton.
You already know we support local film, but did you know we’re also holding it down on the local music tip? It’s true, friend, and to prove it we’re throwing a local music party for you! Tonight at the newly renovated and improved Club Dada in Deep Ellum, Pearl Snap Discount presents the latest installment in their Blogosphere series starring Pale Horse, Manned Missiles and Soviet! Doors at 8p and downbeat is at 9p. So come out and have a drink with us and let’s celebrate the fantastic arts community we have in DFWd!
Wanna learn more about the bands? More after the jump…