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Join The Email! ( http://eepurl.com/MpQsn ) "Houston's historic record shop" with over 49 years of experience keeping the music alive one album at a time.
So many favorites and greats 💔
As the year comes to a close, TCM remembers the actors, filmmakers and creatives we lost this year.
Gone, but never forgotten: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF8_...
Song title and artist: "In the Western Wind and the Sunrise" by Dave Simonett and the Sunrise.
Gone, but never forgotten: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF8_...
Song title and artist: "In the Western Wind and the Sunrise" by Dave Simonett and the Sunrise.
December 20, 2025 at 1:53 AM
So many favorites and greats 💔
Christmas ticket angel with a last-minute giveaway! Thanks to all the venues & labels for all the 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 concert tickets in 2025! Head to our Insta page to win tickets to Trans Siberian Orchestra tomorrow, 12/19/25, at the Toyota Center for #TheGhostsOfChristmasEve tour!
December 18, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Christmas ticket angel with a last-minute giveaway! Thanks to all the venues & labels for all the 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 concert tickets in 2025! Head to our Insta page to win tickets to Trans Siberian Orchestra tomorrow, 12/19/25, at the Toyota Center for #TheGhostsOfChristmasEve tour!
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I’d have done this if I had the time or money
December 17, 2025 at 9:11 PM
I’d have done this if I had the time or money
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Made some awesome finds today for my musical-obsessed kiddo. Plus! A cassette of Xmas music, just like they requested. Thanks @cactusmusic.bsky.social
December 17, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Made some awesome finds today for my musical-obsessed kiddo. Plus! A cassette of Xmas music, just like they requested. Thanks @cactusmusic.bsky.social
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Friendly reminder that if you experience any adverse consequences using a bathroom in Texas while transgender, and you want to talk to a journalist, hit me up
December 17, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Friendly reminder that if you experience any adverse consequences using a bathroom in Texas while transgender, and you want to talk to a journalist, hit me up
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R.I.P. Joseph Byrd, leader of the band The United States of America. The pioneering band only released one album, in 1968. But the band's experiments in early electronic music, coupled with Dorothy Moskowitz's ethereal vocals, helped influence bands like Broadcast, Stereolab, and Portishead.
December 16, 2025 at 6:28 PM
R.I.P. Joseph Byrd, leader of the band The United States of America. The pioneering band only released one album, in 1968. But the band's experiments in early electronic music, coupled with Dorothy Moskowitz's ethereal vocals, helped influence bands like Broadcast, Stereolab, and Portishead.
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The Tejano producer and musician helped shape the sound of Tejano music and worked on Selena's recordings throughout her career. His death came one day before that of Abraham Quintanilla Jr., Selena’s father and manager, another towering figure in Tejano music. bit.ly/3XXSJo0
December 16, 2025 at 6:31 PM
The Tejano producer and musician helped shape the sound of Tejano music and worked on Selena's recordings throughout her career. His death came one day before that of Abraham Quintanilla Jr., Selena’s father and manager, another towering figure in Tejano music. bit.ly/3XXSJo0
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In Houston, we don’t know how many cold days we’re going to get (I was in shorts on Saturday). So, wear the damn coat!
December 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM
In Houston, we don’t know how many cold days we’re going to get (I was in shorts on Saturday). So, wear the damn coat!
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Joe Ely has died at 78.
To celebrate his life and profound influence on Americana, we're sharing a feature from ND founder Peter Blackstock published this past Feb on his new album, "Love and Freedom." The No Depression team sends condolences to the Ely family.
nodepression.org/joe-ely-digs...
To celebrate his life and profound influence on Americana, we're sharing a feature from ND founder Peter Blackstock published this past Feb on his new album, "Love and Freedom." The No Depression team sends condolences to the Ely family.
nodepression.org/joe-ely-digs...
Joe Ely Digs Into His Archives For Songs of 'Love And Freedom' - No Depression
Joe Ely has been a prime mover in Americana music since the days before it was called Americana. And after 50-odd years, Ely has a lot left over in his vaults. Drawing on that rich cache, he released…
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December 16, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Joe Ely has died at 78.
To celebrate his life and profound influence on Americana, we're sharing a feature from ND founder Peter Blackstock published this past Feb on his new album, "Love and Freedom." The No Depression team sends condolences to the Ely family.
nodepression.org/joe-ely-digs...
To celebrate his life and profound influence on Americana, we're sharing a feature from ND founder Peter Blackstock published this past Feb on his new album, "Love and Freedom." The No Depression team sends condolences to the Ely family.
nodepression.org/joe-ely-digs...
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Are you out and about today? Can you add a few items to your shopping list for the Houston Area Women's Center? I'm collecting through this Friday!
December 14, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Are you out and about today? Can you add a few items to your shopping list for the Houston Area Women's Center? I'm collecting through this Friday!
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I was honored to MC a Joe Ely in-store at @cactusmusic.bsky.social about twenty-five years ago. There are so many great songs I could post in tribute but I’ll limit myself to an old 101 Rock Place fave. Go easy, Joe.
Joe Ely What's Shakin Tonight LA 135 4:13:84 MCA Records Red Car Chris Gabrin Limelight
YouTube video by TheRedCarChannel
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December 16, 2025 at 3:20 PM
I was honored to MC a Joe Ely in-store at @cactusmusic.bsky.social about twenty-five years ago. There are so many great songs I could post in tribute but I’ll limit myself to an old 101 Rock Place fave. Go easy, Joe.
See your faves perform, tell your loved ones you love them because damn, tomorrow is not promised. Rest In Peace to all our recently departed. I lost my father to this disease in 2022, and it just left him a shadow of his former self.
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Joe Ely, Progressive Texas Country Legend Who Toured With the Clash, Dead at 78
Joe Ely, the Texas singer, songwriter, and member of the Flatlanders, who influenced the Clash and Bruce Springsteen, has died at 78.
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December 16, 2025 at 2:09 AM
See your faves perform, tell your loved ones you love them because damn, tomorrow is not promised. Rest In Peace to all our recently departed. I lost my father to this disease in 2022, and it just left him a shadow of his former self.
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
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Texas royalty Joe Ely has passed away today.
December 16, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Texas royalty Joe Ely has passed away today.
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Watch ALL IN THE FAMILY all day on Pluto TV Classic TV Comedy: pluto.tv/live-tv/clas...
December 15, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Watch ALL IN THE FAMILY all day on Pluto TV Classic TV Comedy: pluto.tv/live-tv/clas...
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Shocked by the awful death of Rob Reiner. I spoke with him for over an hour last night. We talked about his work and his plans for the future. I always enjoyed his company. We met at his Dad's in 1975. Last thing he said to me was "See you next year.." Such a terrible end. Such a sweet man.
December 15, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Shocked by the awful death of Rob Reiner. I spoke with him for over an hour last night. We talked about his work and his plans for the future. I always enjoyed his company. We met at his Dad's in 1975. Last thing he said to me was "See you next year.." Such a terrible end. Such a sweet man.
My first Reiner film was The Sure Thing. It was an HBO staple, and I saw it countless times. I was amazed it was directed by “Meathead” from All in the Family. In the days before IMDB, you just knew creatives from their previous roles. Who knew Meathead would make so much good stuff? What a loss.
The Sure Thing (1985) ⭐ 7.0 | Comedy, Drama, Romance
1h 35m | PG-13
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December 15, 2025 at 5:04 AM
My first Reiner film was The Sure Thing. It was an HBO staple, and I saw it countless times. I was amazed it was directed by “Meathead” from All in the Family. In the days before IMDB, you just knew creatives from their previous roles. Who knew Meathead would make so much good stuff? What a loss.
🗣HOUSTON! Join my Third PlanetOnline family 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝟭𝟮/𝟭𝟯/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗹-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝟱𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆! They are also formally unveiling their brand-new mural by Franco-Houston artist Alexandre Serty!
December 13, 2025 at 5:19 AM
🗣HOUSTON! Join my Third PlanetOnline family 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝟭𝟮/𝟭𝟯/𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗹𝗹-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝟱𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆! They are also formally unveiling their brand-new mural by Franco-Houston artist Alexandre Serty!
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I do work in the DV space and know that shelters are really struggling after a year of funding cuts, so I decided today to do a little donation drive for the Houston Area Women's Center.
I have a box on my porch. I'm putting my address on main. If you're in the area, feel free to drop off stuff.
I have a box on my porch. I'm putting my address on main. If you're in the area, feel free to drop off stuff.
December 12, 2025 at 6:23 AM
I do work in the DV space and know that shelters are really struggling after a year of funding cuts, so I decided today to do a little donation drive for the Houston Area Women's Center.
I have a box on my porch. I'm putting my address on main. If you're in the area, feel free to drop off stuff.
I have a box on my porch. I'm putting my address on main. If you're in the area, feel free to drop off stuff.
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Who's taking Santa home? I have two Holiday wreaths left in the shop before it closes for the Holidays & 10% OFF 🎅https://yarndreamsshop.etsy.com ✨ 🎄 #etsy #etsyseller #santa #handmadeholidays #christmas #flockedsanta
December 12, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Who's taking Santa home? I have two Holiday wreaths left in the shop before it closes for the Holidays & 10% OFF 🎅https://yarndreamsshop.etsy.com ✨ 🎄 #etsy #etsyseller #santa #handmadeholidays #christmas #flockedsanta
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Rory Macleod, the Grammy-nominated blues musician and past member of the group Roomful of Blues, was killed on Saturday after being struck by a car while walking his dogs.
Grammy-nominated musician Rory Macleod killed by driver while walking his dogs
Rory Macleod, the Grammy-nominated blues musician and past member of the group Roomful of Blues, was killed on Saturday after being struck by a car while walking his dogs.
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December 11, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Rory Macleod, the Grammy-nominated blues musician and past member of the group Roomful of Blues, was killed on Saturday after being struck by a car while walking his dogs.
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A very small kindness you can do right now is go through your stuff and find things to give away on your neighborhood buy nothing Facebook groups. It could turn into a gift or a bright spot for that person.
You don’t need all that stuff. I sure don’t.
You don’t need all that stuff. I sure don’t.
December 11, 2025 at 3:19 AM
A very small kindness you can do right now is go through your stuff and find things to give away on your neighborhood buy nothing Facebook groups. It could turn into a gift or a bright spot for that person.
You don’t need all that stuff. I sure don’t.
You don’t need all that stuff. I sure don’t.
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Raul Malo, frontman of The Mavericks, passed away due to cancer on Monday, December 8, 2025 at just 60 years old.
Below, read the passionate essay he wrote for ND's Winter 2020 issue. The entire ND team sends their condolences to the Malo and Mavericks families.
nodepression.org/music-and-th...
Below, read the passionate essay he wrote for ND's Winter 2020 issue. The entire ND team sends their condolences to the Malo and Mavericks families.
nodepression.org/music-and-th...
Music and the Power to Change
EDITOR'S NOTE: This passionate essay originally appeared in the Winter 2020 "All Together Now" issue of No Depression. We're sharing it now in tribute to Raul Malo, frontman of the legendary country,…
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December 9, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Raul Malo, frontman of The Mavericks, passed away due to cancer on Monday, December 8, 2025 at just 60 years old.
Below, read the passionate essay he wrote for ND's Winter 2020 issue. The entire ND team sends their condolences to the Malo and Mavericks families.
nodepression.org/music-and-th...
Below, read the passionate essay he wrote for ND's Winter 2020 issue. The entire ND team sends their condolences to the Malo and Mavericks families.
nodepression.org/music-and-th...
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Raul Malo, the operatic vocalist and co-founder of the Grammy-winning, Latin-tinged country band the Mavericks, has died at age 60.
Access the free article here: www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Access the free article here: www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
December 9, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Raul Malo, the operatic vocalist and co-founder of the Grammy-winning, Latin-tinged country band the Mavericks, has died at age 60.
Access the free article here: www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Access the free article here: www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
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It's Shannyn Sossamon Day at the River Oaks Theatre!
Shannyn will join us for screenings of A KNIGHT'S TALE (2:30 PM) and THE RULES OF ATTRACTION (6:45 PM), so come and watch two great films and then stick around for a conversation with Shannyn after each screening.
www.theriveroakstheatre.com
Shannyn will join us for screenings of A KNIGHT'S TALE (2:30 PM) and THE RULES OF ATTRACTION (6:45 PM), so come and watch two great films and then stick around for a conversation with Shannyn after each screening.
www.theriveroakstheatre.com
December 7, 2025 at 4:04 PM
It's Shannyn Sossamon Day at the River Oaks Theatre!
Shannyn will join us for screenings of A KNIGHT'S TALE (2:30 PM) and THE RULES OF ATTRACTION (6:45 PM), so come and watch two great films and then stick around for a conversation with Shannyn after each screening.
www.theriveroakstheatre.com
Shannyn will join us for screenings of A KNIGHT'S TALE (2:30 PM) and THE RULES OF ATTRACTION (6:45 PM), so come and watch two great films and then stick around for a conversation with Shannyn after each screening.
www.theriveroakstheatre.com
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Customer appreciation day at @cactusmusic.bsky.social
December 6, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Customer appreciation day at @cactusmusic.bsky.social