Crib Notes

JACKSON BROWNE West Coast singer/songwriters have faded from favor but Browne’s 35-year legacy has proven to be remarkably sturdy. He’s touring behind his first album of new music in six years, a set of songs that could have slotted into his 1972 debut. That’s no criticism, though, as his politically and personally driven material has always intertwined gracefully with Browne’s forever-young voice, effortlessly inviting melodies and addictive lyrics. He’ll play many of the hits that the graying boomers come to hear, but his new tunes are nearly as impressive, and his band is always top-shelf. $40-$75. 7:30 p.m. Tabernacle. 404-249-6400. www.livenation.com. — HH

WORLD/INFERNO FRIENDSHIP SOCIETY Aptly described as “cabaret punk”, World/Inferno Friendship Society blur the line between classic ska and the cultured punk of bands such as Gogol Bordello and Flogging Molly. With a list of band members long enough to intimidate the Masquerade’s stage space, two things are for certain: it will be loud and it will be upbeat. $10. 7 p.m. Masquerade. www.masq.com — SI

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Howdy friends and neighbors,

I’m Reverend Andy and I’m the new guy here on Creative Loafing’s Crib Notes.

So, who am I and why should I be allowed to post on a music blog?

Well, I’ve been a radio DJ in Atlanta for over five years now — mostly working in the underground rock ‘n’ roll scene. I created a radio show called “Psychobilly Freakout” on Album 88 (WRAS-FM) that ran from 2004-2008 where I spun rockabilly and psychobilly music every Monday night.

These days you can catch me most weekends on 92.9 Dave FM, and every Tuesday night at 9 p.m. on 91.1 (WREK-FM) where, once again, I’m spinning rockabilly music. I also book shows around town, host events, DJ at places such as the Star Bar and Lenny’s, and I’m proud to return as host for this year’s Horrorfest!

Speaking of Horrorfest, the Head Ghoul in Charge, Luke Godfrey, was kind enough to tell me about Horrorfest and what he has in store for us this weekend…

Reverend Andy: What inspired you to create Horrorfest?

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Were you at the Sex Pistols’ show at the Great Southeast Music Hall in 1978? Did you hang with GG Allin while he shopped for jock straps? Did you hook up with Wendy O. Williams after a show in Atlanta? Is your idea of a perfect rap song “Institutionalized” by Suicidal Tendencies?

On Oct. 4, the Masquerade Music Park will host the Metroplex/688 Reunion, an event celebrating the legacies of Atlanta’s two greatest punk music venues. In preparation for that happy day, CL would like to collect your memories of the city’s punk scene back in the day.

We invite you to send us your anecdotes, reminiscences and drug-fueled fever dreams about punk’s heyday in Atlanta. What were your favorite punk venues? Favorite local punk bands? Shows you’ll never forget? Crazy stories? Send ‘em on!

You can either comment to this posting or you can e-mail longer items to scott.henry@creativeloafing.com. I’m working on an article about Atlanta’s punk scene and would appreciate your contributions – you stinkin’ pigs!

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Submitted by: Niki Lemeshka 

Kill Hannah @ Masquerade (Hell). Fri., Aug. 1.

Androgynous-voiced frontman Mat Devine kicked off Chicago quintet Kill Hannah’s set with “Boys and Girls.” Devine commanded the stage, sprinkling sugary-goth tunes with odd orders — including a sporting-event-worthy wave.  The appreciative crowd, which ranged in age from teens to an unlikely 40-plus set, happily obliged his requests.  After an almost two year absence, fans enjoyed standout tracks including “Kennedy” and “Lips Like Morphine.”  The light box and laser-fused stage spectacle entertained — even during yet-to-be-released track “Acid Rain” — as the fog-filled hotbox erupted into a dancehall.

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Any drum and bass head who hears the phrase “All the massive!” can’t help but get amped. (But then, we’re talking about a relatively hyped group of people.)

Tomorrow’s Mass Transit is definitely a reason to be excited, not only for the stellar DJs lined up, but also in celebration of five years of 404 Audio.

I’m most excited about the Upbeats, who put it down last March, but it will also be interesting to hear live how AK’s hip-hop-inflected style has evolved. $30 (I know!). 10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12. The Masquerade.

AK1200 [Project 51 Records / POTD / Moving Shadow - Orlando, FL]
GRIDLOK [Project 51 Records / Virus / Violence Recordings - San Francisco, CA]
THE UPBEATS [BC Presents / Virus / Project 51 Records - Wellington, NZ]
RANDOM MOVEMENT [Creative Source / Liquid V / InnerGround Records - Columbus, OH]
TESTER
BRANDON B

Hosted by MC RACE ONE

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CAFÉ TACUBA may be the best indie-pop band you’ve never heard, but that doesn’t keep the Mexican quartet from selling out large theaters around the country and packing them with multicultural audiences. The group’s following includes everyone from Spanish-speaking fans who can recite all the lyrics to English-speaking fans who simply love the music. The key to Café Tacuba’s success is a series of brilliant albums, including 2004’s Cuatro Caminos. A tour for its new album, Sino, lands at the Masquerade Thurs., DEC. 13. $30. 8 p.m. 695 North Ave. 404-577-8178. www.masq.com.

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