New Year's Eve 2012

To help you find the right place to be at midnight, here's a look at New Year's Eve concerts and more:

13 Celsius: Downtown bar celebrates its sixth anniversary with a 1920s-inspired "Midnight in Paris" celebration. When: 9 p.m. Where: 3000 Caroline; Tickets: $20-$25; 713-529-8466 or www.13celsius.com.
Anderson Fair: Beloved singer-songwriter Shake Russell has written songs for Waylon Jennings and Clint Black. He'll front his trio, along with special guests Ken Gaines and Wayne Wilkerson. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 2007 Grant; Tickets: $35; 832-767-2785 or www.andersonfair.com.

Arena Theater: New Jack R&B ensemble Tony! Toni! Tone! carries on without Raphael Saadiq. They're joined by Jon B (not the sloop). When: 8 p.m.; Where: 7326 Southwest Freeway; Tickets: $39.50; 713-772-5900 or www.arenahouston.com.

Big Easy: Powerful bluesy rock provided by the Mighty Orq. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 5731 Kirby; Tickets: $10; 713-523-9999.

Boondocks: House music on the tables from James Reed, Josh Dupont, Miscka, Spettro and Skeezer. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 1417 Westheimer; Tickets: $5; 713-522-8500.

Club Pride: Masquerade ball, featuring a balloon drop and champagne. When: 8 p.m. Where: 229 E. NASA Parkway, Webster; Tickets: $5; 281-557-4800 or www.clubpridehouston.com.

Continental Club: Mike Stinson will serve up hard-edged honky-tonk, and the Allen Oldies band will keep the sounds of the '50s and early '60s alive. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 3700 Main; Tickets: Free; 713-529-9899.

Discovery Green: See KC and Sunshine Band and fireworks. Interview with KC and Sunshine Band.

Dosey Doe: Austin band the Derailers brings old-school honky-tonk with some rockabilly edge. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 25911 Interstate 45 N., The Woodlands; Tickets: $78-$118; 281-367-3774 or www.doseydoe.com.

Eagle Houston: Popular gay bar rings in 2013 at its newish location. No cover in leather or without a shirt. Legendary DJ JD Arnold on the tables, and the doors don't close until the last person leaves. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 213 Milam; call for price; 713-236-8777 or www.eaglehouston.com.

F Bar: Award-winning drag show and other fabulous party favors. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 202 Tuam; Tickets: Free; 713-661-7600 or www.fbarhouston.com.

Fitzgerald's: A monster bill of homegrown talent including listenlisten's B.E. Godfrey, Buxton, Robert Ellis, B L A C K I E, Deep Cuts, Infinite Apaches and Bombon. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 2706 White Oak; Tickets: $5 older than 21, $10 younger than 21; 713-862-3838.

Guava Lamp: Live music, DJ and more. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 570 Waugh; Tickets: $15; 713-524-3359 or www.guavalamphouston.com.

House of Blues: Austin's Reckless Kelly makes red-line roots rock. When: 9:30 p.m.; Where: House of Blues, 1204 Caroline; Tickets: $25-$55; 832-667-7733 or www.hob.com.

JR's Bar & Grill: Countdown of the top 10 videos of the year. Plus a champagne fountain. When: 9 p.m. Where: 808 Pacific; Tickets: Free; 713-521-2519 or www.jrsbarandgrill.com.

Lumiere Nouveau: A New Year's Masquerade: Pride Houston's first New Year's Eve celebration, featuring DJ Joe Ross and singer Nina Lombardo. Wear a mask and dress fabulous. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 5226 Elm; Tickets: $75; $100 at the door; www.pridehouston.org.

McGonigel's Mucky Duck: Singer-songwriter-sideman Jack Saunders plays tunes from the new "A Real Good Place to Start" as well as old favorites. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 2425 Norfolk; Tickets: $90-$100 (includes dinner); 713-528-5999 or www.mcgonigels.com.

MKT Bar: DJ Melodic spins as you enjoy "gourmet international hors d'oeuvres, delectable desserts" and a champagne toast at midnight. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 1001 Austin; Tickets: $25; 832-360-2222 or www.mktbar.com.

Monnalisa: Local veteran Norma Zenteno combines rock, jazz and Latin rhythms. When: 8 p.m.; Where: Hotel Sorella, 800 W. Sam Houston Parkway N., Building 9; Call for prices; 713-973-1600.

Montrose Mining Company: Blackout party, male go-go dancers and a free LED light once the lights go out. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 805 Pacific; Tickets: Free; 713-529-7488 or www.theminehouston.com.

Numbers: The legendary club promises its yearly "huge" cash balloon drop at midnight and other goodies. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 300 Westheimer; call for price; 713-521-1121 or www.numbersnightclub.com.

Nutty Jerry's: Raul Malo has reunited with the smooth country band the Mavericks. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 18291 Englin, Winnie; Tickets: $30-$40; 877-643-7508 or www.nuttyjerrys.com.

Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe: Owner Wrecks Bell suggests this show will be the last of his Townes Van Zandt wakes. Richard Dobson will be among the players doing all Van Zandt songs. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 413 20th, Galveston; Call for price; 409-762-9199.

Party Monster NYE: DJs and big, fat bass. With Moonstruck Red, Bart Black, SentiFlect, K9 and more. When: 9 p.m.; Where: Fun Plex, 13700 Beechnut; Tickets: Free; 281-530-7777 or www.houstonfunplex.com.

Reliant Arena: Contempo R&B singer Trey Songz released "Chapter V" earlier this year. Opener Miguel is having a big, breakout year. When: 9 p.m.; Where: One Reliant Plaza; Tickets: $49.50; 800-745-3000.
South Beach: DJ/VJ Wess plays the year's biggest hits for the dance floor. Cash and lottery-ticket balloon drop at midnight. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 810 Pacific; Tickets: $15; 713-529-7623 or www.southbeachthenightclub.com.

Stereo Live: Its fifth annual NYE bash will feature Aly & Fila and DJ Shogun. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 6400 Richmond; Tickets: $20-$30; 832-251-9600.

Super Happy Fun Land: A truly alternative New Year's Eve with the Fuzzlers, the Annoysters, the Illegal Wiretap and Solar Temple. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 3801 Polk; call for price; 713-880-2100.

Warehouse Live: Live music by Adrenaline and Alter Ego, and DJs will provide the sound for the BLT (black tie, lingerie, toga ... in case you didn't know) event. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 813 St. Emanuel; Call for price; 713-225-5483.

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My Annual Christmas Party

I know my posting have been a bit erratic lately but that tends to happen with all of us for the holiday season. so I decided that I need to post the link to my annual Christmas party. I hope everyone enjoys it and I am going to be posting on a more regular basis now that things have started to settle down. so sit back, relax and enjoy the video

Annual Christmas Part


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NOH8 campaign

Houston turns it out for NOH8 campaign

Houston will not tolerate H8. And here’s the photographic proof.
The NOH8 campaign visited the University of Houston in October, where hundreds of gay folks and straight allies turned out for a chance to be snapped by celebrity photographer Adam Bouska. The “photographic silent protest” was created in response to Proposition 8 in California, which amended the state Constitution to ban same-sex marriage. A federal appeals court struck down the ban earlier this year, deeming it unconstitutional.
More than 700 photos were snapped, making it one of the largest turnouts to date. And they were finally delivered, appropriately enough, Tuesday. Merry Christmas, Houston.
Photos feature subjects with duct tape over their mouths, symbolizing their voices being silenced by Prop 8 and similar legislation around the world, with “NOH8″ painted on one cheek in protest. Proceeds are used to promote and raise awareness for marriage equality and anti-discrimination through NOH8′s interactive media campaign.
Among the Houston folk who posed are Emmy winners, radio personalities, Glamberts and a certain baby star of a certain blog. Have a look at the gallery above.

Link to Original Article with Slide Show

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BBQ restaurant to Austin

Justin Timberlake to bring Memphis-style BBQ restaurant to Austin

khou.com

Posted on December 13, 2012 at 10:05 AM
 AUSTIN, Texas -- A well-known entertainer plans to bring a new barbecue restaurant to the Austin area.

According to the Austin Business Journal, Justin Timberlake is planning a 30-city expansion of his upscale Memphis-style barbecue restaurant -- and Austin has made the list.
Timberlake currently has a restaurant in New York City's Hell's Kitchen. Other cities he hopes to expand to include Atlanta, Chicago and Denver.

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