Anybody need a break from Christmas music?
It wouldn’t be so bad if the malls, supermarkets and self-appointed DJs at holiday gatherings would play something new, but the same old songs tend to get driven into the ground. The good news is there’s plenty of live music that can help purge those holiday earworms.
Wednesday, Dec. 17
Luna Luna
Luna Luna straddles the line between pop, indie-rock, and cumbia with silky smooth vocals and nice production sheen. The Dallas-based band, which blew up as a TikTok phenom, specializes in enjoyable grooves and familiar feelings without diving into predictability or cliché. $23, 8 p.m., Paper Tiger, 2410 N. St. Mary’s St., papertigersatx.com.— Bill Baird
Nico Play
Nico Play, Chicago-based by way of Mexico City, offers exceptional songwriting shaken up by touches of bossa nova. The artist’s refreshingly simple and unfussy take gives the music a classic feel. Nico Play is performing at the Paper Tiger at the same time as Luna Luna (also recommended) but in separate shows in separate parts of the venue. It’s unfortunate timing that fans may have to pick just one or the other. $34, 8 p.m., Paper Tiger, 2410 N. St. Mary’s St., papertigersatx.com.— BB
Thursday, Dec. 18
Die Spitz, Farmer’s Wife
Die Spitz’s blistering punk took the Austin scene by storm, but over time, the band has graduated into something knottier, more complex and more interesting. Along the way, they’ve evolved from being a shit-hot local punk act to being a classic in the making. $45, 8 p.m., Paper Tiger, 2410 N. St. Mary’s St., papertigersatx.com.— BB
Buttercup, Magic Rockers of Texas, Slomo Drags, Powdered Wig Machine
Ever-creative San Antonio art-pop group Buttercup headlines this packed bill of local groups that enjoy coloring outside of the lines. Bet on a good time. Free, 9 p.m., Lonesome Rose, 2114 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 455-0233, thelonesomerose.com. — Danny Cervantes
Friday, Dec. 19
Silverada, The Wilder Blue
Silverada is a newer, more polished vehicle for Americana songwriter Mike Harmeier. After playing for years as Mike and the Moonpies and gaining legions of fans, Harmeier finally cast off the old name, which he didn’t like too much. Fortunately, the songs are still wonderful, offering a taste of classic Texas country with a healthy dose of independent honky-tonk spirit. $31, 8 p.m., Stable Hall, 307 Pearl Parkway, stablehall.com. — BB
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