Grand Stafford Theater presents Thursday January 24th, 2013 Doors at 8:00 PM Tickets $8 presale / $10 at the door GORDY QUIST & ED JURDI (FROM BAND OF HEATHENS)Gordy Quist & Ed Jurdi are two of the founding members of the Austin-based Band of Heathens. The Band of Heathens has been honored as Best New …
Grand Stafford Theater, Rock 103.9 & Lonestar Metal Magazine present The Homebrew Live Series Friday January 25th, 2013 Doors at 8:00 PM Tickets $8 presale at Mobile Toys / $10 at the door SIGNAL RISINGRock that will snatch you up....draw you in! Signal Rising (formerly Linus) came together to create music that our fans connect …
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Grand Stafford Theater presents Saturday January 26th, 2013 Doors at 8:00 PM Tickets $8 presale / $10 at the door FEATHERFACEFeatherface is a psych pop band from Houston, Texas, formed in late 2009. The band has released two EP's, both written, recorded, and produced entirely by the band. Featherface is working to promote their first …
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Grand Stafford Theater & Big Red Drum Ent. present The Big Texas Nights Series Sunday January 27th, 2013 Doors at 7:00 PM Tickets $5 at the door MARK JUNGERS AND THE WHISTLIN' MULESIntelligent music with integrity is not a genre because not many songwriters would fit into that category. You can call it what you …
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Grand Stafford Theater presents as part of downtown Bryan's First Friday Friday February 1st, 2013 Doors at 6:00 PM Tickets $5 presale / $8 at the doorLARYNXAfter humble beginnings in the small town of College Station, Texas the Band now known as "Larynx Music" began what they thought would be a slow and steady growing …
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GOBIThe story of GOBI begins in west Texas, in the far border town of El Paso, where Justin Dillon and Phil Arciniega first met. The two would venture across the border every weekend spending countless nights dancing in the clubs and Discotecas on "The Strip" in Ciudad Juarez. There the thriving grooves and uptempo beats …
Your biggest, greatest and loudest experience to watch The Superbowl XLVII in Bryan/College Station on a huge 12 feet by 9 feet screen on stage through a state of the art sound system! Add a full service bar to that and $2.50 wells all night and make it the perfect spot to catch the game …
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 WebsiteSam Riggs and the Night PeopleWith the passion and devotion Sam Riggs and The Night People bring to the …
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DJ DANK The CEO and founder of Funky Element Records, U.S.A. has been hard at work. With countless top 10 charting productions in Electro House he is also a #1 overall best selling producer in Dubstep and Drum n bass. A DJ/ Producer/ Re-mixer/ & Label Owner for the past 12 years, Dank has been …
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MAJOR MAJOR MAJORMAJOR MAJOR MAJOR is a two piece garage pop band from Austin influenced by the energy and rawness of garage punk bands like Ty Segall and WAVVES with the poppy hooks of power pop bands such as Big Star. Frontman Adrian Sebastian and drummer Andrew Torrey have been playing music together for the …
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THE BRITT LLOYD BANDWhen The Britt Lloyd Band merged in 2003, the thirst for new, edgy, and intriguing music in Texas and the South was on the rise. Despite a market attraction to a mainstream sound across Texas, both rock and country music resided in the BLB’s bones, and the crossroad of the two served …
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THE FILM: THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOWThe Rocky Horror Picture Show is the 1975 film adaptation of the British rock musical stageplay, The Rocky Horror Show, written by Richard O'Brien. The film is a parody of B-movie, science fiction and horror films of the late 1940s through early 1970s. Director Jim Sharman collaborated on the …
TWO TONS OF STEELIf there's one thing Texans love, it's a good party. But if you ask self-respecting Lone Star carousers what turns a bash into a blast, they won't say beer or barbecue. They know it all comes down to the music. And there's one band that can rouse revelers like no other: Two …
LARYNXAfter humble beginnings in the small town of College Station, Texas the Band now known as "Larynx Music" began what they thought would be a slow and steady growing process. Playing their original music at various open mic nights, and other events in the college town home of Texas A&M University, Larynx's music went viral …
JAMES PARDO AND THE UNDERESTIMATEDDrawing from personal experience and the experiences of those around him, as well as looking at the world through his own looking glass, James crafts songs about love, loss, joy, pain, hate, and occasionally...optimism. This doesn't mean to imply that he's not fun to be around. In fact, James can normally …
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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, …
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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Mike and the MoonpiesMike and the Moonpies are a professional honky-tonk band. They are self-managed and don't have day jobs, gigging four or five nights a week at bars and private parties around Texas. A typical Moonpies set is a mix of '70s hardcore country standards (Doug Sahm, Gary Stewart, Freddy Fender) and their own …
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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 …
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 …
LITTLE BRAVELittle Brave is the alias of Stephanie Briggs. Stephanie has been performing since 2000, first in Rodger Wilko releasing 3 albums, then as Stephanie Briggs releasing 2 albums, and now as Little Brave. She released her third album, "Wound & Will," on March 5, 2011, under the moniker Little Brave. She is currently set …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
ASHLEY MONICALAshley’s beautiful, smooth and warm sultry vocals are breathtaking. This girl has really got some pipes, which took her to Hollywood in the 10th season of American Idol. Some compare her to the likes of Bonnie Raitt, Norah Jones, Jewel & Sheryl Crow with a hint of Janis’ raspy quality. Having lived and traveled …
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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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GREEN WHISKEYThe songwriting skills of Waylon/Davenport are those of a 48 year old songster, which is their ages combined. Their upbringing in small town Texas comes through in every song. Seemingly True to life songs such as, Fifth Street, One Phone Call, Somewhere West of Thorndale, etc. vividly express the drinking, partying, getting arrested, not …
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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, …
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 …
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 …
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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This concert has been cancelled, see Susan Gibson's website for more info. We apologize for any inconvenience. SUSAN GIBSONSusan Gibson is a Grammy award winning singer/songwriter from Wimberley, Texas and a respected performer and writer with one of the top-selling country songs of all time under her belt - she wrote "Wide Open Spaces" that …
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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, …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
HALLEYANNA AND THE TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERSHalleyAnna Finlay simply sings like her songs were stamped on her heart at birth. Evidence: The Country. HalleyAnna’s superb debut collection swaggers (“So Heavy”) and sways (“Fast Train”) with effortless elegance. The album, which deftly spotlights her meeting point between Patsy Cline and Emmylou Harris, serves as a shining introduction to …
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JAKE MILLER Jake Miller, born November 28, 1992, is an American rapper, singer, musician and songwriter from Weston, Florida. He is currently attending the University of Miami. In high school the multi-talented musician who taught himself to play the drums and guitar at a young age, put out a few homemade music videos on YouTube …
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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THE CLARKESBrandi Belle Clarke began her fiddle career in a family bluegrass band when she was 16. Before long she was performing in Texas dance halls and attending McLennan Community College’s commercial music program. She spent a few years playing fiddle with numerous acts in Nashville and touring with alternative country bands. Brandi moved back …
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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 …
JAMIE TALBERT AND THE BAND OF DEMONSTexas Country Band From Beaumont, Tx bringing music to the masses one gig at a time!Jamie Talbert on Facebook | Official WebsiteNATHAN QUICKNathan Quick is a Singer/songwriter & guitar picker who is constantly writing,recording, & performing.Nathan Quick on Facebook | Official Website
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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