Thursday, March 11, 2010 - Sunday, March 14, 2010
Prepare yourself, This Week in Film & Music is whisking you off to a fantasyland full of action, mystery and excitement. The weekend kicks off with Colourmusic, who add whimsical charm to rock and folk music. Pedro Almodovar's Broken Embraces follows a blind writer who relives his passionate and dark past. It's not a dream, you really can be among the first to pick up Ali Harter's exhilarating new album, No Bees, No Honey at her album release show. This weekend, don't be afraid to let your imagination run wild.
Thursday, March 11 Creation Partly biographical and partly fictionalized, Creation follows English naturalist Charles Darwin (Paul Bettany) struggling between revolutionary theories on evolution and the relationship with his religious wife (Jennifer Connelly). Darwin must also deal with his daughter's untimely death, which in turn provides motivation to continue his controversial and world renowned work.
Tulsa, Circle Cinema, 12 S. Lewis, (918) 592-3456, 2:30 p.m., $6-$8 For more information: http://www.circlecinema.com/
Thursday, March 11 Dustin Prinz A sound that is wistful yet uplifting may seem contradictory, but the paradox could not be more fitting for singer/songwriter Dustin Prinz. The continual strumming of his acoustic guitar paired with his undulating vocals creates beautiful sounds that are comparable to Aqualung or Beck. Prinz's latest album, Learning to Love Yourself, only furthers his ongoing message of love.Norman, The Brewhouse, 110 W. Main St., (405) 321-2739, 8 p.m., $5 For more information: http://www.coachsbrewhouse.
Thursday, March 11 Colourmusic This quintet from Stillwater has been praised for their whimsy and vaguely psych-folk styling's. Ryan Hendrix, Nick Turner, Cory Suter, Nick Ley and Colin Fleishacker make up the group. Colourmusicpride themselves on their live shows, utilizing themes throughout the entire set. Special guests The Non will also make an appearance.Oklahoma City, VZD's, 4200 N. Western Ave., (405) 524-4200, 9 p.m., $8 For more information: http://www.vzds.com/
Thursday, March 11 Jason Castro After coming in fourth place on the 7th season of American Idol, acoustic folk and pop singer Jason Castro signed to Atlantic Records and began making music full time. His debut EP, The Love Uncompromised, charted on several Billboard lists, and is the stepping stone to his first album,Jason Castro, to be released in the spring of 2010. Tulsa, Flytrap Music Hall, 514 E. 2nd St., (918) 794-3592, 9 p.m., $22 For more information: http://www.flytrapmusichall.
Friday, March 12 Flaming Eddy Enid locals Flaming Eddy play a mix of rock, reggae and funk that's sure to offer something to everyone. The band is comprised of Philip Wilson on lead vocals and guitar, John Gilbert on the bass, and Nick Eubanks on drums. Their album, Fire It Up, has been drawing a following around the state.Enid, The Underground, 315 W. Cherokee, (580) 402-0874, 8 p.m., $10 For more information: www.myspace.com/
Friday, March 12 The Josh Abbott Band Following in the footsteps of country rockers like The Randy Rogers Band or Pat Green, TheJosh Abbott Band has a sound that is southern air steeped in layers of rock and roll. The band, comprised of lead vocalist Josh Abbott, fiddler Preston Wait, guitarist Gabe Hanson, bassist Daniel Almodova, and drummer Edward Villanueva, recently released their debut full length album entitled She's Like Texas.Miami, Buffalo Run Casino, 1000 Buffalo Run Blvd., (918) 542-7140, 8 p.m., $10 For more information: http://www.buffalorun.com/
Friday, March 12 - Sunday, March 14 Broken Embraces Pedro Almodovar's Spanish film Broken Embraces follows Mateo Blanco as he writes, lives and loves in darkness. Fourteen years before, he was in a brutal car crash which lost him not only his sight, but also the love of his life, Lena (Penelope Cruz). The story of Mateo and Lena is one dominated by fatality, jealousy, the abuse of power, treachery and a guilt complex.Oklahoma City, Museum of Art, 415 Couch Dr., (405) 236-3100, Fri. & Sat. 5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., $8 For more information: http://www.okcmoa.com/film
Friday, March 12 Disciple After more than 15 years of playing together, Disciple doesn't just rock harder than most Christian rock bands, they work harder than most of them too. Southern Hospitality, the band's third album, finds the Tennessee natives adding more country flair to their sound, particularly in recent singles like "3-2-1" and "Whatever Reason."Shawnee, Praise Assembly of God, 2301 E. Highland, (405) 273-6122, 7 p.m., $12 For more information: http://www.shawneepraise.com/
Saturday, March 13 The Zach Walther Band As part of the Arbuckle Ballroom's Young Guns in the Arbuckles St. Patty's Day Party, TheZach Walther Band will be performing their signature country rock. With their debut album Ambition, the band is following in the footsteps of other Texas musicians such as GeorgeStrait, Lyle Lovett, and Hal Ketchum by playing music that is true to their southern roots.Davis, Arbuckle Ballroom, 12201 Hwy 7 W., (580) 369-3870, 9 p.m., $15 For more information: www.myspace.com/
Saturday, March 13 The Bo Phillips Band Bo Phillips, the brother of fellow red dirt and southern rock artist Stoney Larue, formed TheBo Phillips Band not out of sibling rivalry, but rather out of a deep love for the high-energy, fun country music he has set out to make. The concert will also celebrate the release of the band's debut album, Dirt Road, which features their new single "Perfect Girl."Duncan, Wall Street, 23 N. 7th, (580) 255-7780, 8 p.m., FREE! For more information: http://www.wallstreet-bar.net/
Saturday, March 13 Fresh The creators of the documentary, FRESH, aim to help grow fresh food ideas, and become active participants in an exciting, vibrant, and fast-growing movement of healthier living. In a grassroots campaign to make sustainable food more readily available outside the niche market, this film is sure to get people thinking about their lifestyle and health.Lawton , Public Library, 110 S.W. 4th St., (580) 581-3450, 7 p.m., FREE! For more information: http://www.swokgrowers.org/
Saturday, March 13 Ali Harter Acoustic artist Ali Harter has been performing for over 12 years. Her debut album, Worry The Bone, received rave reviews, and she's followed that success by having several of her songs recently featured on Grey's Anatomy. Her sophomore effort, No Bees, No Honey, combines more of the folk rock music she's been so busy working on. The release show celebration will have Harter performing the new album in its entirety, and give listeners a chance to buy it before anyone else.Oklahoma City, The Conservatory, 8911 N. Western Ave., (405) 607-4805, 9 p.m., $5 For more information: http://www.conservatoryokc.
Sunday, March 14 Donald Ryan and Trio Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame inductee Donald Ryan brings his supremely talented trio center stage to the Jazz Depot. Ryan is a masterful artist in classical music, jazz, ragtime, blues and pop. Come enjoy this fabulous pianist along with Arthur Thompson on drums and Jim Bates on bass.Tulsa, Jazz Hall of Fame, 111 E. 1st St., (918) 281-8600, 5 p.m., $10-$20 For more information: http://www.okjazz.org/
Sunday, March 14 Dennis Borycki (featuring Glen Sorestad) Described by one student as both a musical director and a "garden variety madly skilled piano scientist," Dennis Borycki insists he performs to ease the mind and soothe the soul. Poetry read by Glen Sorestad will accompany Borycki's entrancing tunes.Norman, Performing Arts Studio, 200 S. Jones Ave., (405) 307-9320, 7:30 p.m., FREE! For more information: http://www.nipahome.com/piano/
Sunday, March 14 Hot Club of Cowtown The eccentric trio of performers that make up Hot Club of Cowtown skillfully intertwine jazz and swing for a lively and energetic sound. Bassist Jake Erwin, fiddler Elana James and guitarist Whit Smith form a group that has found fans across the globe as they light up the stage and impress wherever they go.Oklahoma City, The Blue Door, 2805 N. McKinley Ave., (405) 524-0738, 8 p.m., $20 For more information: www.hotclubofcowtown.com/
