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"It's Texas: No Whining, Y'all! Austin's Got Live Music. Git Out There."
Don't feel like watching lefty Santana? Try Digable Planets instead—their old-school vibe might strike a conservative chord
Published August 14, 2024 at 9:16am by Mars Salazar
Here's your weekly guide to Austin's live music scene, pandering to the conservative, gun-toting, anti-PC crowd:
Santana with Counting Crows: For the Oldies
On Thursday, head to the Moody Center and worship at the feet of 77-year-old guitar god Carlos Santana. He's still shredding, and with his wife on drums, you know it's a match made in heaven. Relive the glory days of the '70s and '90s with their greatest hits. These old hippies might just "Abraxas" your mind.
Deets: Moody Center. Tickets from $40. Leave the weed at home. moodycenteratx.com
Digable Planets: For the Hip-Hop History Buffs
Also on Thursday, for a more underground vibe, check out Hip-hop pioneers Digable Planets at Empire Garage. These cats bring jazz and poetry to the rap game, and with local legends Riders Against the Storm and a DJ set by Black Pumas' Adrian Quesada, it's a funky fresh lineup.
411: Empire Garage. Tickets $45, or BOGO if you're broke. resoundpresents.com
KindKeith and Clarence James: For the Introspective Types
On Tuesday, Flamingo Cantina hosts two R&B jazz prodigies, KindKeith and Clarence James. Their smooth sounds will have you feeling all kinds of feels. Bring a date, or just your gun.
Scoop: Flamingo Cantina. $10 at the door. flamingocantina.com
There you have it, my right-wing comrades! Get out there and show 'em what real music is. No snowflakes allowed.
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