Category Archives: In the Spotlight

The weekend in music, with the return of Cletus Got Shot and more

May 17th, 2013 at 5:03 am

It’s practically “Unamerican” to dislike Cletus Got Shot. The boys are back for a show this weekend. It’s been some time since we’ve heard from local favorites Cletus Got Shot. I’m not sure what’s behind the silence, but no matter. … Continue reading

Soon in tunes: The National Rifle, April 30 at Smoke and Barrel

April 29th, 2013 at 11:37 am

Philadelphia band The National Rifle released four EPs prior to this year’s full-length debut album “Almost Endless.” On a tour to promote the new record, the quartet will pass through Fayetteville for a show on Tuesday night (April 30) at … Continue reading

Soon in tunes: The Besnard Lakes, April 24 at The Lightbulb Club

April 23rd, 2013 at 1:41 pm

Fresh off the release of their new album, April 2’s “Until in Excess, Imperceptible UFO,” Canadian alt-rockers The Besnard Lakes are on a tour that will bring them to Fayetteville. In their 7.3 graded review (out of 10.0) of the … Continue reading

Soon in tunes: Umphrey’s McGee, April 17-18 at George’s

April 17th, 2013 at 10:23 am

Without fail, Chicago-area jam rockers Umphrey’s McGee get added to the Wakarusa music festival lineup every year. And the band has created a new tradition — a preview of sorts at George’s Majestic Lounge. The band returns this year, like … Continue reading

The weekend in music, with Dylan Scott and more

April 12th, 2013 at 5:03 am

  This morning didn’t much remind me of fishing weather, but, indeed, that’s what it is for professional anglers out at Beaver Lake this weekend for the FLW tour. And, because they are here, we’ll see a little bit of … Continue reading

Soon in tunes: Aaron Watson, April 11 at Longhorn Saloon

April 10th, 2013 at 2:31 pm

Texas country musician Aaron Watson, touring behind his new album “Real Good Time,” will perform on Thursday night (April 11) at the Long Horn Saloon in Fort Smith. “Real Good Time” cracked the Top 10 on the Billboard Country Chart … Continue reading

Soon in tunes: Kris Allen, April 8 at George’s Majestic Lounge

April 6th, 2013 at 3:33 pm

Conway native and “American Idol” winner Kris Allen is currently on a tour called “Out Alive.” That’s particularly fitting considering the vocalist was injured in a car accident on New Year’s Day. Recuperated and back on the road, Allen will … Continue reading

The weekend in music, with a Queen tribute show and more

March 15th, 2013 at 5:03 am

The British rock band Queen no longer tours, of course. Lead singer Freddie Mercury died in 1991, and the group had stopped touring about five years before. Although some of the band’s remaining members teamed up with former Bad Company … Continue reading

Soon in tunes: Rachel Brooke, Feb. 20 at Chelsea’s

February 19th, 2013 at 1:39 pm

Country/blues songwriter Rachel Brooke is touring behind her December album “A Killer’s Dream.” and will on Wednesday (Feb. 20) make a stop at Chelsea’s Corner Cafe in Eureka Springs. The website No Depression calls Brooke “a leading voice in of … Continue reading

Soon in tunes: G Love and Special Sauce, Feb. 6 at George’s

February 5th, 2013 at 9:23 am

A high-energy blend of rock, blues and hip hop, Philadelphia’s G Love and Special Sauce will return to George’s Majestic Lounge for a show on Wednesday (Feb. 6) night. A 20-year veteran of the live music scene, G Love and … Continue reading