THE BACKGROUNDThe Background are an American rock band who thrive from a well thought out DIY strategy. Based in the heart of Dallas, TX, the band is comprised of singer-songwriter Shaun Gunnels, guitarist Kris Trevino, guitarist James Gonzalez, bassist Sean Bottoms, and drummer Ray Baumgratz. The band spent time honing their craft in their local …

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Due to some personal difference in the band, Burning Midget will not be able to play on this date. IN THE TRENCHn The Trench has established a reputation, not only for their original and exceptionally tight style, but for putting together one of the most exciting live performances you will find anywhere. Vocalist Stephen Harding, …

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BLACK PISTOL FIRE will not be performing this night... read more about it on their facebook page Black Pistol Fire's Facebook THE DOCSWhen the Docs are playing, the sheer energy coming from the stage will pull you in, and the aura they create in the room will keep you riveted. Pulling from a wide range …

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CalebCALEB is a three piece rock band from Franklin, TN. Founded by brothers Caleb and Will Chapman, and shortly thereafter joined by friend/guitarist Scott Mills. Stylistically, CALEB is singer/songwriter based with musical parts indie and alternative rock. CALEB has toured nationally and internationally in coffee houses, arenas, theaters, and clubs with a variety of different …

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Grand Stafford Theater presents as part of downtown Bryan's First Fridays Friday March 1st, 2013 Doors at 6:00 PM FREE show at 7:00 PM Cover starting at 8pm w/ The DocsTickets $8 presale / $10 at the doorTWO TONS OF STEELIf there's one thing Texans love, it's a good party. But if you ask self-respecting …

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UNLCE LUCIUSUncle Lucius takes Rock and Roll from its deep roots and pushes it onward, putting their own honest interpretation on the essential elements of R & B, Blues, and Country. They pride their live show as a sacred and energetic experience, with a belief that this is still the truest form of communication with …

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JAY SATELLITEJay Satellite is a trio from Hutto that unabashedly rings out early ‘90s big guitar power pop with catchy melodies and songs you swear you’ve heard before…but there’s a dark undercurrent to the lyrics and guitar chords and a quirkiness that shows their record collections go deep towards post-punk, goth, shoegaze and beyond.Jay Satellite …

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SIGNAL RISINGRock that will snatch you up....draw you in! Signal Rising (formerly Linus) came together to create music that our fans connect with. We are a regional touring rock band based out of College Station, TX. Signal Rising has exploded on the scene over the last three years playing dates with national touring acts Ten …

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IN BLOOM FESTIn Bloom was conceived like everything else in music should & does--naturally. Everyone in life has their own colors and traits. It's beautiful to think about them this way: We're all closely related to flowers in the sense that we really are blossoming into our fullest potential to show our colors. We are …

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THE MATERIALHailing from Southern California, The Material has established themselves as one of the West Coast's most dedicated up-and-comers. With their recent full length, What We Are (Brian Grider) having been released in January of 2011, the group has begun building a strong fan base nationwide. Before the release of What We Are, The Material …

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BLACK ACTRESSFormed in the spring of 2008, Black Actress delivers an authentic, high energy rock 'n roll insemination: bringing an action packed live show and bombastic recordings to new friends and fans all over the country. Having shared stages with the likes of Electric Frankenstein, New Bomb Turks, Red Fang, The Adicts, Nashville Pussy, LA …

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JOSHUA JAMESRaised in hard-bitten Nebraska, Joshua James’ work reflects a distinctly American ache, a yearning for a big sky and an open road. Beckoned westward out of his heartland home by the voices of Jim Morrison and Isaac Brock, he made it as far as the mountains of Utah, where like the settlers before him, …

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BEN RECTORCritically acclaimed singer-songwriter, Ben Rector, from Tulsa, Oklahoma is releasing his fourth album and is embarking on a headlining tour in 2013. Rector is no stranger to the road; he has toured incessantly, rapidly growing a legion of fans and selling out most dates on his previous two headline tours. This rapid growth culminated …

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Sons of FathersTrends and styles may change in music, but there are just some things that are timeless…like songwriting from the heart with ear-catching melodies and rich harmony vocals. The team of David Beck (a stage name as his real name is David Whitbeck) and Paul Cauthen has created Sons of Fathers, a band with …

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TYLER BRYANT & THE SHAKEDOWNTyler Bryant was born to play music. The 21-year-old guitar prodigy has been playing since he was six and was bred on the roughneck blues of Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown, has critics and fans alike clamoring to hear the next project. Wild …

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ShinyribsKevin "Shinyribs" Russell is front man for he Austin-based country band The Gourds. You already know & love him, Shinyribs is the solo project of Kevin Russell, the frontman of the Gourds.Shinyribs on Facebook | Official WebsiteBEN MORRIS AND THE GREAT AMERICAN BOXCAR CHORUSBen Morris & the Great American Boxcar Chorus – a long name, …

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HINDSIGHTThe riff and percussion driven hard rock band “Hind§ight” formed in Sugar Land, Texas at around the turn of the millennium with a group of young musicians desiring to make music that would both rock hard but melodically inspire the minds of an audience. Hind§ight’s music is focused on the life experiences of each of …

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St. Cloud (Shane Walker from the Gougers)St. Cloud is the name of the musical partnership of Brian Beken (Milkdrive, South Austin Jug Band) and Shane Walker (The Gougers). Coming off alternately as indie/alt country and modern experimental rock (sometimes within the same song), St. Cloud has parlayed big sonic ambitions and acute attention to lyrics …

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Johnny's BodyJohnny’s Body is an American indie-rock band from Gatesville, Texas, formed in 2006. The band consists of Jordan Rhudy (lead vocals, guitar), Carrie Burt (keys, backing vocals), Taylor Branch (guitar, backing vocals), Jeremy Tillery (bass guitar), and Steven Calvillo (drums, percussion). Johnny’s Body was born in the summer of 2006 as a two-piece guitar …

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Grand Stafford Theater presents as part of downtown Bryan's First Fridays Friday April 5th, 2013 Doors at 6:30 PM, Music starts at 7:00 PM FREE SHOW ALL NIGHT LONG! NO COVER ALL NIGHT! PAT RYAN AND THE JADED KINDPat Ryan is a texas country artist from Lexington, TX. Playing nonstop since the age of 9, …

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GOREFEST 2013 This is B/CS's heaviest day all year. Originally started in 2005, this event continues to bring some of the heaviest bands to the Brazos Valley. This is the 6th year in continuation since there was a 3 year hiatus for it. But its back and heavier than ever. With bands like In The …

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Witness the most diverse tribe of creative minds brought together in Bryan/College Station! April 11–13 • Texas A&M University & Grand Stafford Theater The International Poetics Symposium at Texas A&M University culminates at the Stafford on the 13th of April – this will, no doubt, be an unprecedented event, taking place in our beloved Downtown …

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Hi FiHI FI is a five member ensemble with a love of and addiction to performing classic and original rock and blues and they call Bryan/College Station Home. As a newly formed band in the area and growing local talent, HI FI is dedicated to the development and prosperity of the arts and culture of …

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CODY CANADA & THE DEPARTEDCody Canada was 16 years old when he made his way from Yukon to Stillwater, Oklahoma. He had been searching for some inspiration; a place to call home musically. What he found was a creative nirvana of musicians who were generating the music that would stay with him for the rest …

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ANON MAGAZINE LAUNCH PARTYANON | Magazine is a creation by Zach O'Neal and Becky Bacsik with an intended purpose of expanding the creative and unique aspects in all young adults. It is an online blog-style magazine that will inspire its readers to diverge from the traditional mindset of common style and normality, and strive for …

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JONATHAN TYLER & THE NORTHERN LIGHTSContrary to doomsayer rumor, rock music doesn’t need saving. But a wake-up call is long overdue, and this is it. Actually, not just a wake-up call, but a joyous reunion of rock with its oft-forgotten prodigal twin, the roll — with papa blues and mama soul along for the ride, …

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THIS WILL DESTROY YOUTHIS WILL DESTROY YOU began in earnest during the mid-00’s in San Marcos, TX. In many ways, the initial sound of the band was the logical destination point for four friends (Christopher Royal King, Jeremy Galindo, Raymond Brown, and Andrew Miller) that had been playing in a variety of bands together throughout …

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Click here to buy tickets for this concert POWERMAN 5000Powerman 5000 is an American heavy metal band formed in 1991. Through the span of just over two decades, the group has released several albums and gained their highest commercial success with 1999's science fiction themed Tonight the Stars Revolt!. Frontman Spider One is the younger …

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QUIET COMPANYTaylor Muse sang those words in 2011 and the time has certainly come for his anthemic Austin pop-rock band. Formed in 2005 Muse (guitar/vocals) and his bandmates have spent much of the last year in increasingly rarefied air; playing late night talk shows (Carson Daly), performing at the Austin City Limits Festival, setting a …

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Grand Stafford Theater presents as part of downtown Bryan's First Fridays Friday May 3rd, 2013 Doors at 6:00 PM FREE show at 7:00 PM Cover starting at 8pmTickets $8 presale / $10 at the doorTWO TONS OF STEELIf there's one thing Texans love, it's a good party. But if you ask self-respecting Lone Star carousers …

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Book your next private event, reception, corporate meeting, banquet, special event or party with us!The venue will be closed to the public on this night for a private event. Head our to our Special Events page to inquire about your next event with us.

MADISON RISINGMadison Rising brings great rock music back to the forefront of popular culture. With songs ranging from the guitar heavy opening track "Right To Bear," to the hauntingly epic sounds of "Honk If You Want Peace," to the beautiful violins of "Hallowed Ground," it is clear that this band is on a mission to …

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BLUE BEARBlue Bear is a 5-piece indie/folk band based in Austin, Texas. Following in the footsteps of their biggest influences, Fleet Foxes and Grizzly Bear, Blue Bear has quickly gained a reputation for their infectious melodies and impeccable four-part harmonies. Band founders, and former high school classmates, Brandon Aguilar and Jeremy Holmsley started the band …

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Tribute To A FirefighterAlways There for Texas presents Tribute to a Firefighter: A Benefit Concert for Texas First Responders of the Bryan and West Fire Departments featuring the Coleman Brothers with Eric Myers In association with Advent GX, Grand Stafford Theater and sponsored by Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, Milligan Hill Technical Services LLC, Mariott Homes, Messina …

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Saint CarmenSaint Carmen is a hard rock band with a modern sound and face-melting intensity; A new breed of 'mainstream' rock that knows no limits. Things started kicking off when the band found it's current line-up in September 2012. With Avery Krueger on lead vocals/guitar, Dylan Cash shredding out the lead guitar, Buck Blackerby on …

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B/CS LOUD!FEST 2013B/CS LOUD!FEST exists because Matt, Niki, Kelly and Michael hate The Toadies. Seriously. That's the short of it. The long of it is that we got tired of local B/CS bands getting screwed over at supposed "local" music festivals, so we decided to start our own. We are all in bands, we know …

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Leopold & His FictionNaked, stripped down and aching with adrenaline is the rawness of Leopold and his Fiction. A revolving group of friends led by Detroit native Daniel James (lead vocal/guitar), their essential make up sprouted from collaborations made on the road in the whirlwind cycle of touring. From San Francisco to LA to Austin …

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LEAST OF THESELeast of These consists of 4 young men from the DFW area in Texas, who simply want to know Christ more deeply. Their goal as a band is to spread the gospel throughout the nations and love others in doing so. They are a band set on writing honest, passionate, and heartfelt lyrics …

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Tickets for this show can be purchased through this link HERE. Ancient WisdomNot unlike early death rock and neo-folkore sound, Ancient VVisdom incorporates electric guitar effects, synth sounds, vocal harmonies and abstract percussion to create a deeper, ethereal quality to their minimalist arranagements. Nathan’s powerfully honest voice is complimented by lyrics ranging from mysteries of …

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