Cowgirl's Train Set and three opener bands gave the Bottleneck a variety show of epic proportions last night. The headliner gave away a brand new demo CD completely free, showcasing three of the bands' best songs, exhibiting the wide range of sounds and styles Cowgirl's Train Set utilizes.
Early birds to the show could enjoy the punk rock work of The Rackatees, for a slowly collecting crowd. Anyone who missed the first opener can catch them October 1st at The Overlook (547 Alabama) at 8 p.m.
The next band up amped up the mood in the bar quite fiercely. The foursome that is King Bruiser rained angry, heart-racing hardcore punk on their listeners. Between the vigorous drumming, head-banging bass and face-melting - not to mention two-guitar-string-breaking - electric guitar instrumentals, this band impressed. But the growling, screaming, unintelligible vocals of their front man threatens to ruin what is otherwise remarkably good music. With or without the agonizing singing, the band had an energy about them that could easily fill a larger venue than the Bottleneck, for the right crowd. King Bruiser may have next to nothing in common with Cowgirl's Train Set musically, but they are all about having a good time, which is what made this lineup of bands so remarkable.
Third to play was the hilarious rap party Baio Wolf. The two charismatic lyricists threw down goofy yet catchy rhymes while strutting and dancing across the dance floor, right in their listeners faces. The guys have put together pre-recorded background beats and sounds, played by their third member to set the mood for their wordsmith work, which keeps the energy high while the guys keep it real.
Finally it was time for the headliner. All six members of Cowgirl's Train Set lined up on stage to play a climactic finale, showcasing their various styles for the crowd. What makes this band so unique is that all these talent musicians use an interesting combination of instruments to play a mix of sounds rarely seen. Between the banjo, guitar, stand-up bass and fiddle, you might think you're seeing a bluegrass band. But factor in the harmonica and saxophone and there's some blues and jazz as well. Take these instruments and strum out jazzy interludes with punky beats and you get an amazing array of music. For their last song Cowgirl's Train Set played their "pirate folk" hit to the delight of their grateful audience.
Now for Previews:
Tomorrow Sound Tribe Sector 9 will be playing at Liberty Hall! Any fans willing to gamble that the band will play their awesome songs without missing or messing up a crucial part, like the bass line, or your favorite guitar riff, should be there! There will then be an official afterparty at the Granada featuring Up Until Now, The Polish Ambassador and Mochipet. Tickets for the afterparty will be between $12-15 according to the Granada's website.
Anyone trying to get funky or just save a buck and still enjoy good tunes should see 3 Son Green at the Jazzhaus. The jam band will be playing for just $5!
Next week,Cornmeal and Dirtfoot are stopping by the Bottleneck on their tour together. Be there Friday the 7th, doors open at 9 p.m.
Future Rock will play at the Bottleneck, Saturday the 8th. The electronic rock trio is a powerful show to behold, so come prepared to get blown away. Inflect and Basshoven will be the openers. Tickets are just $11!
Looking ahead two weeks, The Black Angels will be playing at the Bottleneck next Saturday, October 15th. The dark, psychedellic rock group from Austin, Texas is like the musical offspring of The Doors, The Velvet Underground and Joy Division. Anyone who likes psychedellic rock has got to see this band.
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