ReFried Rice: Whose down for the after-afterparty?
It’s last call at the VIP room. Everyone is heading to (or at least they should be) to Mosaic with Brett Koshkin of Dirty Honey, Squincy Jones & Dayta, Gritsy Showcase and Ceeplus Bad Knives. Don’t forget to check all the action from the frontlines tomorrow on Rocks Off. Look…
ReFried Rice: Balcony Fun with vitaminwater
Nick Cody from the Wild Moccasins didn’t think things were exciting enough in the VIP. So he decided to throw some stuff off the balcony. For the record, Elaine Greer had no idea what she was getting into. Here today …. Gone, well, today … …
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Brad Moore
Who did you see today?I went and saw what I thought was going to be Napalm Division, but I think it was Nosaprise and they were fucking great. I think he cried. He was quoting John Lennon, “You may say that I’m a dreamer.” It wasn’t predictable hip hop. Nick Gaitan…
Even More from the Front: Photos from Chris Gray
Chris Gray ran into some folks on the street … B L A C K I E Channel 39 came to see how things are going … Jim Pirtle and Don Walsh discussing perhaps Rusted Shut’s show today at Notsuoh… And one quick live shot of Ozeal and the Eulypians…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Ceeplus Bad Knives
What acts did you check out today?I got here really late. I think I’ll just have enough time to go see Spain Colored Orange at RocBar. If i have any time, I might make it to see Rusted Shut at Notsuoh. Who are your HPMA picks?B L A C K I…
ReFried Rice: Nosaprise for Best Pianist?
They may not have to play in the VIP room, but some local musicians can’t help themselves. …
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Larry Meeker from The Snake Charmers
What bands are you checking out today?I came to play the gig or get my ass kicked. The Ton Tons. Flying Fish Sailors… (Uh. they aren’t playing.) Who are your HPMA picks?Best Bassit I believe is not on here. It’s our Best Bassist, Will Bloomingtrim. Jack Schulz of Sean Reefer. That’s…
More from the Front: Photos from Chris Gray
Scenes from the VIP … Born Liars’ Bill Fool and Beau Beasley take a rest … Ton Tons… Patrick “Beans” Wheeler…
From the Front: Photos from Chris Gray
Chris Gray dropped up some photos from earlier in the day. Kickin’ it with Born Liars. Fun with Benjamin Wesley. Did you miss the Fucking Transmissions Unplugged?…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Nosaprise
Who are you here to see?Katy Stucky and the Swagger. Peekaboo Theory, B L A C K I E, Fat Tony. They’re all at the same time, so I’ll probably be running around. D.R.U.M. And Buxton, but I have never actually seen Buxton. Who are some of your HPMA picks?There’s a…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Chris Wise from Buxton
Chris Wise was going to do an interview but instead he decided to try and pick up Geoffrey Muller from the SideShow tramps. The two are currently discussing Muller recent stroll down dress lane at the I am Mesmer CD release show. Oh, Muller just said he would “be honored”…
In the Hot Seat with Nick Cody from Wild Moccasins
The Wild Moccasins aren’t playing the Showcase this year, but we caught up Nick Cody and asked him what he was doing here.Who are you here to see?I want to see Buxton and the Tontons. I’m also going to play with Tontons, a song that Tom wrote and he’s going…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Fat Tony
Fat Tony just sat down and took the HPMA award for Best Smelling HPMA Nominee.Who are you going to see today?I would see B L A C K I E, but I am playing at the same time. Squincy Jones and Dayta. If I’m for it I will see Buxton…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Beau Beasley of No Talk, The Homopolice
Beau Beasley decided to leave the Ripcord and head to the Music Awards and talk to us. (We’re telling you the charm is strong today.)Who are going to see today?No one. The bartender.Any HPMA winner picks?B L A C K I EWhat have you been listening to lately?Black Leather Jesus…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Jimmy Sanchez of Born Liars
What bands are you checking out today?I’m going to see I don’t know. I’m not going to leave here.Who are picks for HPMA winners?Best Reggae: Born Liars (They’re actually up for Best Punk)Best Local Musician: I don’t know … Beau? He’s the king of the scene. What are you listening to…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Craig Kinsey
Craig Kinsey (Sideshow Tramps) is trying to turn the tables and turn the interviewer into the interviewee. He didn’t.Who are you going to see today? Scott in the Born Liars. I’m going to see the SideShow Tramps because I hear they are good. (Who knew Craig Kinsey was so full…
ReFried Rice: In the Hot Seat with Nick Gaitan
We’re here with Nick Gaitan from Umbrella Man. He’s up first in the Hot Seat.Who are you going to see today?Ryan Scroggins. Want to watch Sean Reefer, but we’re playing at the same time. And by buddy Jack, we’re up against each other for Best Bassist. BUH BUH BUM! (Says…
ReFried Rice: HPMA Pregame
The Young Mammals’ Jose stopped by the VIP to fill up on some free grub before show time. The Mammals aren’t rockin’ it today — What do you want? They’re tired they just got back from tour! — but you’ll likely see Jose and the rest of the gang out…
Live from the Rice Lofts…
The Houston Press Music Awards showcase is less than a half an hour from getting underway. Stay tuned to Rocks Off for full coverage from the artists’ VIP party at the Rice Lofts and dispatches from all over the 10 stages…
