Michael J. Katz

houston, tx


Events:

Cartel

Where: The Meridian

Date: 2007-08-27 19:30:00

Type:

Atlanta rockers Cartel gained significant promotional boosts from Yahoo!, MySpace, AOL, AbsolutePunk.net and PureVolume.net, leading to their successful single 'Honestly,' which in turn earned them more exposure via their music video on MTVU and Fuse. They also made the lineup on the 2006 VANS Warped Tour. No wonder Alternative Press called Cartel "a band you need to know." The Boston-area band Boys Like Girls has been able to develop a devout following by focusing on making lasting connections with its fans. "I like to listen to music that makes me feel a certain way--either it reminds me of something important that happened or a certain time in my life," says Boys Like Girls frontman Martin Johnson. "If kids are feeling that way about our songs, I couldn't ask for anything more." Cobra Starship features Johnny Depp, Dave Grohl, Ron Jeremy and Mayor McCheese.

The Riverboat Gamblers

Where: The Meridian

Date: 2007-08-06 20:00:00

Type:

The Riverboat Gamblers came out of Denton, TX, in 2001. Valient Thorr features Ralf, Sascha, Carsten, Udo and Markus.

Ian Moore

Where: Continental Club Houston

Date: 2007-08-25 23:30:00

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Starting back in 1993, Austin-based blues artist Ian Moore put out three albums and created his reputation while touring with Joe Ely.

Hapa

Where: McGonigel's Mucky Duck

Date: 2007-09-16 17:30:00

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Hapa's vibrant concerts have created an international and loyal fan base. Enjoy the majestic tones of oli (chant), mele (song), the elegant movements of the sacred dance hula and the exhilarating and innovative sounds of virtuoso slack key guitar.

Ricky Martin

Where: Toyota Center

Date: 2007-10-07 20:00:00

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Ricky Martin was one of the biggest teen idols in Latin America during the '90s. A lead singer of Menudo, Martin's good looks nice voice helped him become a Latin music star. He later became an actor, first in Mexican features and TV, then landing a role on the ABC soap opera 'General Hospital,' playing bartender Miguel Morez. He left the soap to perform on Broadway in 'Les Miserables.' His worldwide pop stardom began in earnest with his first English language album, 1999's 'Ricky Martin,' yielding such Top-10 hits as 'Livin' La Vida Loca' and 'Cup of Life.' A year later, Martin sizzled again with the release of 'Sound Loaded.' After another Spanish release in 2003, Martin returns in 2005 with 'Life.'

Houston Music Convention

Where: Hilton Houston Southwest

Date: 2007-06-10 10:00:00

Type:

This is the music supermarket for Houston. At the show you will find the largest selection of music in the city, at prices much lower that stores. You can find Cd's, Lp's, Dvd's and posters. You can also bring in your old music and video to sell or trade. The show is open from 10 to 4, and admission is only $3.00. This is the longest running show of its type in the US. The remaining dates for this years shows are: August 19th, October 14th and December 9th.

Percussion Ensemble

Where: Moores Opera House, University of Houston

Date: 2008-04-14 19:30:00

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Sculpture in Wood, Metal and Skin Blake Wilkins, director Music by Xenakis, Pawassar, Hollo, Maslanka Prices $10 for General, $5 for Students/Seniors (55+)

Allan Holdsworth

Where: The Continental Club

Date: 2008-06-06 22:00:00

Type:

Allan Holdsworth is widely regarded by fans and contemporary musicians as one of the 20th century's most prominent guitarists. He is one of a handful of musicians who has consistently proven himself as an innovator in between and within the worlds of rock and jazz music.

Will to Live

Where: Fitzgerald's Downstairs

Date: 2008-05-10 19:00:00

Type:

Pride Kills is a hardcore rock group form Houston, TX.