This is a cool link listing live music events in Texas…

www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/events/tmec_june.htm

It’s part of a larger and very interesting project by the Office of the Governor of Texas Rick Perry.

The Texas Music Office has a wealth of information on all things music in the state of Texas.  In addition to artists and bands, the TMO also lists radio stations, live music venues and has a directory of music services that also includes recording studios.

Check it out at www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music

One of my favorite singer songwriters, John Hiatt is releasing a new album. “Same Old Man” will be available May 27th.

Mostly a critical success instead of a commercial one, Hiatt continues to make music that speaks to my heart and soul. He’s one of those special artists you want to collect anything they record because you know it’s going to be great.

Official Website www.johnhiatt.com

YouTube Channel http://youtube.com/user/HiattHouse

MySpace http://www.myspace.com/johnhiatt

CD New Releases for week of May 20th:

“From the Reach” Sonny Landreth
Label: Landfall
A great new album of guitar collaborations with Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Vince Gill, Eric Johnson, Robben Ford, Dr. John and Jimmy Buffett.
www.sonnylandreth.com

“3 Doors Down” 3 Doors Down
Label: Universal Records
3 Doors Down will be the featured guests on the nationally syndicated radio show RockLine on Monday May 19th at 8:30pm PT/11:30pm ET.
Fans are encouraged to call to speak with the band toll free at 1-800-344-ROCK (7625). www.RocklineRadio.com
www.3doorsdown.com

“XV” King’s X
Label: Inside Out Music
One of my favorite South Texas metal bands.
www.kingsxrocks.com

“Floating Point” John McLaughlin
Label: Abstract Logix
Recorded in India, McLaughlin says this may be the best record he ever made!
www.johnmclaughlin.com

Greatest Hits (Original Recording Remastered)
Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
Label: Geffen Records
18 of the band’s greatest hits, all remastered, with the additional track “Stop Dragging My Heart Around,” which replaces the classic “Something in the Air” on the original Greatest Hits collection.
tompetty.com