The Melvins perform this week in San Antonio. Bring your earplugs. Credit: Courtesy Photo / The Melvins
Whether your tastes run to Texas troubadour Lyle Lovett or avant-noise crushers The Melvins, San Antonio’s thriving music scene has got you covered this week. Let’s check it out.
Thursday, Oct. 16
Lyle Lovett and his Large Band
In what seems like an annual tradition, Texas troubadour Lyle Lovett is visiting with his Large Band in tow. The singer-songwriter’s blend of country, Americana, gospel and jazz is always complimented by his wry wit and engaging storytelling. Indeed, his landmark live album Live in Texas was recorded in San Antonio over three decades ago and is the only thing close to capturing the experience of seeing the Grammy winner in person. $48.19-$182.39, 7:30 p.m., Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St., (210) 226-5700, majesticempire.com. — Danny Cervantes
Friday, Oct. 17
The Melvins, Redd Kross
Pounding skulls and eardrums since 1983, The Melvins are a foundational band when it comes to grunge, sludge and noise rock. Frontman Buzz Osbourne and crew have managed to survive decades as an underground phenomenon by avoiding the excesses of some of their peers. Meanwhile, Red Kross is an important group in its own right, having emerged from the SoCal punk scene to create its own sound steeped in psych, garage rock, glam and more. $34, 7 p.m., Paper Tiger, 2410 N. St. Mary’s St., papertigersatx.com. — Bill Baird
Chavela, Kassandra Ayala, Favorite Son
Chavela has been recommended many times here, and for good reason. Led by frontwoman Isabel Paillao, the group has grown into an exceptional local act by incorporating a variety of South Texas influences into a soulful mix. The show celebrates the release of the band’s debut album, which is just the stunner one would expect. Two other strong local acts — singer-songwriter Kassandra Ayala and Favorite Son, the groovy songwriting project of Cooper Greenberg — will open. $26, 7 p.m., Stable Hall, 307 Pearl Parkway, stablehall.com. — BB
Saturday, Oct. 18
Linda Gail Lewis
Linda Gail Lewis’ brother, Jerry Lee Lewis, is one of rock ’n’ roll’s founding wild men, and she’s racked up a proper career in her own right, having collaborated with Van Morrison and Dale Watson, among others. However, she be best known for her 1969 album with her brother, which cracked the U.S. top 10. A recent transplant to Texas, she’s promoting her latest record, Reckless Wild and Crazy, with a no-cover-charge lunchtime show. Free, 11 a.m., Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road, New Braunfels, (830) 606-1281, gruenehall.com. — BB
Circle Jerks, Adolescents, Negative Approach
LA punk legends the Circle Jerks are celebrating the 45th anniversary of their landmark album Group Sex. The band, known for its short, angry blasts of satire and politics, includes members of punk rock royalty too. Vocalist Keith Morris left Black Flag to start the Circle Jerks, and guitarist Greg Hetson played in Bad Religion. Morris and Hetson remain from the band’s original 1979 lineup with bassist Zander Schloss along for the rollercoaster ride since 1984. $40.46, 8 p.m., Paper Tiger, 2410 N. St. Mary’s St., papertigersatx.com. — DC
Sunday, Oct. 19
Peter Frampton
Want to see Frampton come alive in person? Here’s your chance. The Wizard of Wah is visiting the Alamo City as a stop on his Let’s Do It Again! tour, which celebrates his 2024 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The show promises to be a mix of classics as well as new material and covers, according to event details. Do you feel like we do? $72 – $285, 7:30 p.m., Majestic Theatre, 224 E. Houston St., majesticempire.com. — Stephanie Koithan
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