MUSIC MONDAY
The Rocketboys - Islands
These guys opened for my band a handful of times, while we were touring through Texas. I always remembered them because of their live precision, which I found quite impressive. Not only were they tight, but they had a real knack for melody and such control over their instruments. They were a breath of fresh air compared to the local openers we’d run across on a daily basis.
Anyway, they’ve recently released a new album, 20,000 Ghosts, which is full of melodramatic indie pop akin to bands like Eisley, Deas Vail, or Lydia. Is it totally original? No. But they do it better than the rest, and without a label to boot. If you like it, pick up the record or check out their shows. I’ve got a real soft spot for the DIY road warrior types.
The Rocketboys Tour Dates:
6/23 - Wichita Falls, TX @ Iron Horse Pub
6/24 - Amarillo, TX @ Northpoint
6/25 - Denver, CO @ Hi Dive
6/26 - Colorado Springs, CO @ Rocket Room
6/27 - Wichita, KS @ Rock Island Live
6/28 - Fayetteville, AR @ George’s Majestic Lounge
6/29 - Tulsa, OK @ The Marquee
6/30 - Norman, OK @ The Opolis
7/1 - Denton, TX @ Rubber Gloves
7/23 - Dallas, TX @ The Loft w/ Lydia
7/24 - Austin, TX @ Emo’s w/ Lydia
7/25 - San Antonio, TX @ Sam’s Burger Joint w/ Lydia
7/26 - Houston, TX @ Mangos w/ Lydia
7/27 - Baton Rouge, LA @ Spanish Moon w/ Lydia
7/28 - New Orleans, LA @ One Eyed Jacks w/ Lydia
7/29 - Tallahassee, FL @ The Engine Room
7/30 - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
7/31 - Macon, GA @ 567 Cafe
8/1 - Raleigh, NC @ The Brewery
8/2 - Norfolk, VA @ 37th and Zen
8/3 - Brooklyn, NY @ The Knitting Factory
8/4 - Vienna, VA @ Jammin Java
8/5 - Asheville, NC @ Lexington Ave. Brewery
8/6 - Nashville, TN @ Exit In
8/7 - Memphis, TN @ Young Avenue Deli
8/8 - Little Rock, AR @ Juanita’s
