Picture Book: Johnny Rocket, Death on Two Wheels, The Poison Control Center at Maxine’s Pub, November 5

By Sarah Spencer

On November 5, The Poison Control Center, Death on Two Wheels and Johnny Rocket came to Maxine’s Pub in Hot Springs, Ark. Local Arkansan and acoustic folk rocker Johnny Rocket opened for a band out of Atlanta, Death on Two Wheels, with their classic rock sound and raw vocals. Last up, acrobatic and energetic power-poppers, The Poison Control Center out of Iowa got the audience up out of their seats and then broke boundaries between audience and band by continually coming off stage for interaction during their performance. Not to mention, they also broke the drum set during the last song dog pile.

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Win Tickets to Death on Two Wheels at Maxine’s on November 5

Death on Two Wheels are, quite frankly, one of the best up-and-coming rock ‘n’ roll bands out there. Not to mention the hardest working. Growling vocals, true classic rock licks, catch tunes and a rawness that will impress the coldest of cynics, Death on Two Wheels have to be seen and heard by every music fan out there. And if you are one such music fan, then you should enter to win a pair of tickets to see the band at Maxine’s in Hot Springs on November 5, when they play with The Poison Control Center and Johnny Rocket.

The TA Live SXSW Q & A with Trae Vedder of Death On Two Wheels

We’re always happy when bands we love start making the transition from local band to touring band to signed band. Atlanta’s Death On Two Wheels has made those transitions. Recently signed to Favorite Gentlemen (Manchester Orchestra, All Get Out, Kevin Devin), Death On Two Wheels has had a rather enjoyable ride. As the lads prep for an exciting week of music in Austin, we sent our SXSW Q & A to DO2W front man, Trae Vedder.

You’re soon to be on the road to SXSW! According to Google maps, the trip from ATL to Austin = approx. 16 hours driving. What are your three essential road trip albums?

The Whigs – Mission Control
Wilco – Sky Blue Sky
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story Soundtrack

Fast food, gas station snacks, local diners – where are you most likely to stop for grub on this trip?

Pilot & Loves.
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Ticket Alternative Pairs Up with Indie Record Label Favorite Gentlemen for Party at SXSW!

We have paired up with one of the coolest indie labels around, Favorite Gentlemen, for an incredible party during the crazy festivities surrounding SXSW. This isn’t an official SXSW party though, so don’t worry if you don’t have a pass – just RSVP so we know how many people to expect, and so we can send you updates on all the goodies we will have in store.

The party will be taking place Thursday, March 18 at The Belmont in Austin, Texas (of course), and you can check out the bands playing by entering your email address with the folks at NoiseTrade. We’ll also be treating everyone to drink specials and giveaways … Continue Reading