The lowdown: On Monday, film legends and rising stars gathered for an exclusive premiere of the modern Western Hell or High Water, which will be released nationwide through CBS Films on August 19. In addition to the screening, attendees were treated to a lively Q&A discussion with the filmmakers and actors.
The film follows two desperate brothers (Star Trek's Chris Pine and Ben Foster of 3:10 to Yuma) as they try to save their family's West Texas land from foreclosure by robbing banks. Hot on their trail is a retiring Texas Ranger (Jeff Bridge), who will stop at nothing to bring them to justice.
Who: Jeff Bridges, Chris Pine, Ben Foster, Gil Birmingham, Katy Mixon, Margaret Bowman,David Mackenzie, Taylor Sheridan,and Tim League.
The first half of June was loaded with quality local shows, and the back half is as well. So, pull yourself away from the World Cup (or whatever else you’re doing) and get out there. Recommendations can be found here.
Big Bill at the Mohawk – Friday, June 19 The Mohawk will host a benefit for DAWA (Diversity Awareness & Wellness in Action) this Friday, June 19, and the lineup for the event is a sonically diverse one that includes four local standouts: Big Bill, J’cuuzi, Haha Laughing, and KindKeith. Tickets are $25.50.
Day Friend at Chess Club – Saturday, June 20 “Street Light” is the title of Day Friend’s new single, and the rock act will ring in its release at Chess Club this Saturday, June 20. Penner and Third Culture UAP will open up the show. By the way, this is an early gig with doors at 6pm. Cover will be $10 at the door.
Grandmaster at the State Theater – Saturday, June 20 Head to the State Theater this Saturday, June 20, to get in on the Grandmaster Gala, which will see the funk/prog rockers celebrate the release of their new album, Grandmaster II. Support for the evening includes Dodo, Cloud Companion, and Andy Arthur Smith. Tickets range from $35 to $59 and proceeds from the show will benefit the Sims Foundation.
Little Mazarn at Hole In The Wall – June 22 & June 29 Little Mazarn can be seen at Hole In The Wall on the final two Mondays of the month. The experimental folk act will be joined by Viva Palestina Orchestra and Virginia Creeper on June 22 and then Cloud Companion and Large Brush Collection on June 29. Tickets for each show are $12.76.
Grivo at Chess Club – Saturday, June 27 The shoegaze-dipped Grivo will celebrate the release of their anticipated new album, Impose, at Chess Club on Saturday, June 27. Openers for the evening include Stab and Some Fear. Tickets for the show are $19.26.
Money Chica at Central Machine Works – Saturday, June 27 Latin-psych and cumbia stars Money Chica will take the stage in the beer garden at Central Machine Works on Saturday, June 27. This is a free show (no RSVP needed) that will also feature Los Desechos.
