Michelle Billingsley and Aaron McDonnell

21+ / www.carolspub.comMichelle Billingsley wraps charmingly cutting lyrics in boisterous acoustic strumming and along with her dryly dark sense of humor and a (whip)smart-assed vocal delivery, it all sounds a bit like Emmylou Harris went through the looking glass. Shell remind you of the familiar songs you heard playing on the radio in the back of Dads old truck cruising down back roads. Shes got a little bit of honky tonkin country up her sleeve, and a dusting of folk on her boots. Her shows are undeniably fungenuine, irreverent, unique and fearless.Billingsleys new debut album for Western Myth Records, Not the Marrying Kindproduced by multi-instrumentalist Matt Brownis an Americana gem. Out of the gates, Brown made the sage choice of putting legendary producer/engineer Brian Deck (Modest Mouse, Josh Ritter, Iron and the drum kitfor the sessions.The resulting records intimate, moody vibe draws you in close with your guard down, and once you pause long enough to get your head around the songs, the depth of Billingsleys talent comes sharply into focus. Its a deceptively heavy record, yet somehow her fantastic whimsy mixes with black comedy and brisk little melodies that make the journey all the more powerful. Imagine a country music universe built around the moody experience of Dwight Yoakams song 1000 Miles From Nowhere, or the dour music of 90s Chris Issak. Then infuse it with just enough 80s-inspired New Wave goth to make it even more unique and nostalgic. (Saving Country Music) Aaron McDonnell has toured nationally as well as in Ireland and the UK, and is a mainstay at Austins iconic White Horse Honky Tonk. He has released a series of acclaimed albums and is currently signed to Feels So Good Records. He was also named as one of the 4 Must See Honky Tonk Bands in Austin by Austin Monthly magazine in 2025.In the crowded Texas country field, McDonnell stands out as one of the most natural talents to rise out of Austin in years. Peter Blackstock, Austin-American Statesman / Co-founder No Depression This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.GA Tickets do not include seating. Reserved Table purchase includes entrance to the show and a reserved table for the designated number of people.Please arrive 30 minutes prior to showtime to claim your table. If your party has not arrived by that time, your table may be subject to be given away to another group and we will do our best to facilitate your group upon your arrival, however a table is no longer guaranteed.

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