I had not alerted Ryan Thomas Becker (RTB2) of this fact, so he took the liberty to create his own poster for the event. So for the first time ever, I have not one, but two unique posters for this Thursday's show. It's certainly a show worthy of the extra publicity. Grassfight are kicking off the show with their unique dark shoegaze vibe. Imagine a cross between The Jesus & Mary Chain and Joy Division, and that's a decent starting place. They go on at 10, then at 11 RTB2 will be tearing up the stage. The band is up for several Dallas Observer Music Awards, including Best Instrumentalist for Mr. Becker, Best Blues Act, and Best Group. I once said that RTB2 sounded like what the White Stripes would sound like if they lived up to the hype. You can go with that, or you could also compare their sound to that of The Black Keys. However you slice it, they put on a fierce and energetic live set that is guaranteed to get even the most comatose audience member into a frenzy. Finally, Cocky Americans wrap up the show at midnight, with what I shall call an "unhyphenated sound". Let me explain. Nowadays, bands are indie-rock, alternative-rock, post-alt-country-shoegaze-rock, you get the idea. There will be none of that for Cocky Americans. They are rock. No prefixes are needed. If you like straight ahead fun rock and roll music, you will like Cocky Americans.
As for the posters, I give you both to judge. The top poster is the one created by Ryan Thomas Becker, and the bottom one is courtesy of Grassfight. Feel free to comment on which poster you like the best.
7 comments:
i disagree with the RTB2?White Stripes comment. Two totally different bands, each are talented in their own way. White Stripes do live up to the hype. RTB2 are still getting there.
yeah, that's not really fair to say the white stripes don't live up to the hype. they are damn good. RTB2 isn't even that similar really. they are great though. also, 1st poster is best.
Note to self: if I ever want to stir up a hornet's nest, share my thoughts on White Stripes. It's not that I dislike the Stripes, but I honestly have never felt they were as good as the hype suggested. Although I still believe in my statement, I feel perhaps I should have kept that particular opinion to myself. My reasoning is that I do not want there to be an RTB2 backlash amongst White Stripes fans; RTB2 does not deserve that. There is enough musical room in your hearts for both RTB2 and White Stripes.
1st poster is better. RTB2 is not the White Stripes, nor are the White Stripes RTB2, though the comparison is warranted. Regardless, RTB2 is still better... Grady is way cuter than Meg. Besides, green jacket, gold jacket... right? Calm down dudes. Listen to the Ghost, open up your hearts and let RTB2 in... you will love it.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks the white stripes may be slightly overrated. They're good enough, but they didn't redefine music or anything.
when did you start booking shows Ghostie? that is a rad bill
RTB's poster is more of an eye catcher, but I like the simplicity of Grassfight's poster. So who wins, who gives a shit.
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