House of Rock

Apr02

Quiet Company headlines this week’s Working Class Concert Series!

by House of Rock on April 2nd, 2013 at 3:17 pm

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Quiet Company’s ascent to being recognized as a breakout band on the Austin scene built quickly over a short period of time and then exploded like one of the indie pop-rock group’s anthemic songs. Bursting with energy and boldness, songs swirl with guitars, piano and soaring vocal harmonies around singer Taylor Muse’s heady lyrics.

Quiet Company’s efforts and music haven’t gone unnoticed — the band took home a record 10 Austin Music Awards in 2012 for the album “We Are All Where We Belong.” Their upcoming release April 9 is the group’s debut album re-recorded and titled “A Deadman on My Back: Shine Honesty Revisited.” Check out Quiet Company (www.quietcompanymusic.com) at two shows Wednesday at House of Rock. The group plays with Echo (Echo on Facebook) for Wednesday’s Working Class Concert Series.

Doors open at 5:30 and the show is over by 8. Get $2 off admission with work credentials or a name tag. Quiet Company will play a second show later Wednesday at 10 p.m. The Working Class Concert Series is presented by University of Incarnate Word and Classic Rock 104.5. A special thanks to our sponsors Whetstone Graphics, Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber, Corpus Christi Harley-Davidson and Disc-Go-Round.

Apr01

Tribal Seeds, ArtWalk, Dr. Sketchy’s Preview and more Friday April 5th!

by House of Rock on April 1st, 2013 at 12:51 pm

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This Friday at House of Rock will be jam packed with lots to do. Not only is award-winning reggae group Tribal Seeds going to perform with The Maad T-Ray and Stick Figure, but ArtWalk will be going on and we will have family friendly activities. Here’s some info:

Tribal Seeds has been influenced by Bob Marley, Steel Pulse, and Midnite to create an art form for rebel enthusiasts. The band brings a revitalizing rock vibe to the roots style, reggae music. The band has toured around the U.S., as well as Mexico, Guam, Aruba, and Hawaii. They have also performed with bands such as The Wailers, SOJA, Rebelution, CeeLo Gree, Pretty Lights, Skrillex, Red Hot Chili Peppers and many more. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. on April 5^th. Tickets can be purchased at House of Rock, Disc-Go-Round and our online box office.

Autism Rocks! is a concert benefit that will be held on April 12, 2013 at House of Rock. Autism Rocks! is hosted by the Autism Spectrum Resource Center of Corpus Christi. Get ready for a night full of great music and company – all while raising money for the local autism community. Visit the Autism Rocks! booth outside of House of Rock during ArtWalk to learn more about the concert benefit and how you can be a part of it.

In anticipation for the upcoming Dr. Sketchy’s special debut session, your local Dr. Sketchy’s and House of Rock have decided to give downtown Corpus Christi a sneak-peek into what a Dr. Sketchy’s session is all about. You will see shortened 1-hour sessions featuring amazingly-costumed local models at random times throughout the span of the Art Walk. Paper and drawing tools will be available for those passers-by that want to join in. Bring the little ones along. The ArtWalk sessions are family-friendly.

Mar28

International Comedian Doug Stanhope to Perform at House of Rock Friday March 29

by House of Rock on March 28th, 2013 at 1:33 pm

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If you’re in need of a good laugh, join us at House of Rock Friday, March 29 for international comedian Doug Stanhope!

Doug Stanhope has been performing standup since 1990. He is known for his abrasive and brutally honest comedy style which has gained him a loyal fan base. Standhope co-hosted the fifth and sixth seasons of The Man Show with Joe Rogan and has made many television appearances including The Howard Stern Show, Comedy Central Presents, Premium Blend and more.

“If there’s such a thing as being too honest in comedy, Doug Stanhope may come close. Known for brutal honesty, railing against the “system” and caring very little about what his audience thinks, Stanhope has elevated himself to become one of today’s most talked-about artists.”
- TimeOut, Chicago

Stanhope’s live show is the two-time award winner of “Best Comedy Performance of the Year” by Time Out New York. In 2007, he made two standup specials, one for Showtime in the U.S. and the other for Britain’s Channel 4. In 2010, he was the Voice of America on the BBC’s “Charlie Brooker’s Newswipe”.

Doors for the show open at 7:30 p.m. Additional acts include local comedians Javier Luna and John Roman. Stay after the show for a late show with Bertha!

Mar25

See American Aquarium this Wednesday as part of Working Class Concert Series!

by House of Rock on March 25th, 2013 at 2:41 pm

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American Aquarium (americanaquarium.net) has been swimming in the deep end of roots rock/alt-country and emerges with hard-earned swagger and raw emotions in their music, built up over several years of steady touring and six albums. The Raleigh, N.C., band is the next in line for Wednesday’s Working Class Series at House of Rock (receive $2 off admission with work credentials or a name tag). Doors open at 5:30; show is over by 8. The Beau Walker Band (https://www.facebook.com/beauwalkerband) opens.

American Aquarium’s latest album Burn.Flicker.Die was recorded in Muscle Shoals, Ala., in eight days under the guidance of Jason Isbell (formerly of Drive-By Truckers and currently with Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit), a friend and touring partner. The album reflects the hard work the band has put in on the road and the gritty lessons they’ve learned. The journey wasn’t pretty but they sure have some stories to tell.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Beau Walker will also be performing. Listen to Classic Rock 104.5 for opportunities to get tickets. The Working Class Concert Series is presented by University of Incarnate Word and Classic Rock 104.5. A special thanks to our sponsors Whetstone Graphics, Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber, Corpus Christi Harley Davidson and Disc-Go-Round.

Mar21

Leopold & His Fiction returns this Friday courtesy of 40 Things To Do in CC!

by House of Rock on March 21st, 2013 at 1:08 pm

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Don’t try to peg Leopold and His Fiction (www.facebook.com/LEOPOLDANDHISFICTIONBANDPAGE) to a specific genre of music. Let’s run down the list … Soul. Check. Roots rock. Check. Garage rock. Check. A little R&B. Check. A little dose of psychedelic sound works its way in at other times. Daniel James (lead vocals/guitar), Peder Gilham (bass/vocals) and Dorian Colbert (drums/vocal) form this sonic chameleon that can draw you in with the slow grooves as much as the straight-ahead rock.

The Austin-based trio headlines Friday’s show at House of Rock, which begins at 8 p.m. and features The Couch (www.facebook.com/thecouchmusic), Microphonic (www.facebook.com/MicrophonicMusic) and Peace & Quiet (www.facebook.com/peaceandquietmusic). The show is presented by 40 Things to Do in CC (www.facebook.com/40things). Here’s a brief conversation with Daniel James:

Q: What main influences shape the music of Leopold and His Fiction?

A: Motown. Family.

Q. Coming from Detroit, how has living in San Francisco and now Austin changed things?

A: It took moving to S.F. and then especially to Texas to realize and nurture where I came from. Roots and morals alike, which heavily influence heavily our sound.

Q: What can fans expect at a show?

A: The most anyone can expect at a Leopold show is to hear the songs from the four albums. The less that is expected, the more pleasurable the experience in any given situation. (Note: the last HOR appearance ended with Daniel inviting fans onstage for a euphoric final song).

Q: Looks like you have a tour coming up. What else is going on?

A: We do have a tour right around the corner. Two solid months from coast to coast. We have a few videos coming out for songs on the new album. Right now we have an album in the tank just waiting for the right home to release it.

Q: Does anybody ever come up looking to speak to Leopold and what is your answer to them?

A: All the time. And Leopold is readily available to speak with anyone who needs answers.