Thursday, Oct. 6
What: A Hawk and a Hacksaw with Dark Dark Dark and Pillars and Tongues
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Pilot Light
How much: $10
Our take: A night of East Bloc folk and darkside drone. Prepare to get sweaty.
What: The Bad Dudes with Hotshot Freight Train & The Young
When: 8 p.m.
Where: The Ciderhouse
How much: $5 / $3 surcharge for under 21
Our take: A chance for Knoxville native to get nostalgic and stay in the now. Former Java house band the Bad Dudes return with a new album, but promise their old hits (which due to editorial strictures cannot be printed here). Recommended accessories: whiskey, snakeskin boots and a melee weapon.
Friday, Oct. 7
What: Dos Equis Comedy Series featuring Paula Poundstone
When: 8 p.m.
Where: Bijou Theatre
How much: $30
Our take: Says the Bijou: “Appearing on stage with a stool, a microphone, and a can of Diet Pepsi, Paula Poundstone is famous for her razor-sharp wit and spontaneity.”
Says the Beacon: “It’s live stand-up. That means there are no cuts to audience reactions or laugh tracks. Or commercials. Or a remote control.”
What: First Friday Gallery open house
When: most open around 6 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Where: Various (we recommend Fireproof, Flourescent and Emporium)
How much: free
Our take: A monthly opportunity to gaze at local art with friends and score free Franzia. The best part is that inevitable feeling, guaranteed at least once per month, to realize that you could actually produce something better than what is hanging in front of you.
What: WDVX Presents: Darrell Scott with Rayland Baxter
When: 8 p.m.
Where: The Square Room
How much: $20 advance / $22 door
Our take: Probably a bit pricey, but for the ambiance and quality of the show, The Square Room is always a good bet for an evening of fun.
Saturday, October 8
What: Warband with Fine Peduncle and the Sniff
When: 10 p.m.
Where: Pilot Light
How much: $6
Our take: Get your fill of local sex-funk loops and touring epic metal all in one spot. Get there early, for this price ye olde dive bar is likely to pack up quickly.
What: Kappa Sigma presents Project Pat
When: 10 p.m.
Where: The Ciderhouse
How much: $10 / $15
Our take: Eleven years after “Sippin’ on Some Sizzurp,” Three 6 sideman Project Pat is still going strong on what he knows best: the freshest intoxicants and partying. It’s only natural that a fraternity is sponsoring the event.
Sunday, Oct. 9
What: Avant-Garde electronic legend Hans-Joachim Roedelius (of Cluster / Harmonia) with Xambuca and Palatheda
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Fifth floor of the Woodruff Building, above Downtown Grill & Brewery
How much: $10
Our take: Krautrock pioneer Roedelius for $10 is the deal of the weekend. Period.
