Music Notes
A Giant Dog to play acoustic show, plus more Austin music picks for early July
A Giant Dog will play an acoustic show at Hotel Vegas on July 3.
Another summer of live music is underway in Austin. Before all the fireworks start going off, take note of the many great local shows that will be going down in the first half of July.
A Giant Dog at Hotel Vegas – Wednesday, July 3
Get your Independence Day festivities underway with a special acoustic set from A Giant Dog at Hotel Vegas this Wednesday, July 3. Living Set and Salt Kid are set to serve as support for the punk rock vets. Tickets will be available at the door for $15.
‘Hawk Dog at the Mohawk – Thursday, July 4
Still in need of a plan for the 4th of July? Then look no further than ‘Hawk Dog at the Mohawk. Not only will there be a hot dog eating contest, but you’ll also get sets from Gus Baldwin & The Sketch, Grocery Bag, and Haha Laughing. Tickets for these three great local rock acts and the chance to be a “Glizzy Gladiator” are just $10.
Grupo Fantasma at Antone’s – Friday, July 5
As part of Antone’s 49th Anniversary, celebrated latin funk act Grupo Fantasma will headline an evening at the venue on Friday, July 5. The rest of the bill is rounded out by Nemegata and DJ Raquiqui. Tickets are $25.
Lord Buffalo at the 13th Floor – Thursday, July 11
Holus Bolus is the title of Lord Buffalo’s anticipated new album, and the release show for it is happening at the 13th Floor on Thursday, July 11. The Americana-meets-psych-rock band will be joined by Cortege and Holy Garden District. Tickets for the show are $14.73.
Club Coma at Cheer Up Charlie’s – Friday, July 12
Cheer Up Charlie’s will host a slew of noteworthy bands on Friday, July 12. The lineup features Club Coma and Dossey, both of whom will be celebrating the release of new singles, plus the likes of TC Superstar, Genuine Leather, Vermin the Villain, Hot//Cakes, and Street Peach. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 the day-of.
Farmer’s Wife at Antone’s – Sunday, July 14
Buzzy indie rockers Farmer’s Wife recently dropped a new single, “Boheme,” and now they’re about to head out on tour — catch them before they go at Antone’s on Sunday, July 14. Support for the evening has not yet been announced. Tickets are $20.
