Tonight’s show at the Middle East (downstairs) is one of our favorites so far, and it hasn’t happened yet.  The reason is because two of our favorite bands – Langhorne Slim and Ha Ha Tonka – are on one bill, and we kick things off (tickets here).  Other folks seem to be excited too:

Music Event of the Week (click for video, photos, etc.)

Kingsley Flood  are quite possibly the perfect mix of folk, rock, punk and Americana. Labels aside, though, what they really are is stunningly good. At the start of 2012 I have the band placed at the very top – one of say 4 bands performing at peak levels in the Boston area scene. And for their particular sound, they are easily the best of what’s around. In three short years the band have worked extensively to craft a space to play while evolving their sound on stage and in practice spaces to be what it is tonight. Do not arrive late. Catch what could end up being the best set of the night – early. Somebody’s going to leave the show with a favorite new band tonight — and it’s going to be these guys.

If you’re looking for something to do tonight, there’s no better choice than heading to the Middle East for what has to be one of the strongest bills of the year so far.  Langhorne Slim, Ha Ha Tonka and local favorites Kingsley Flood are going to bring a heavy dose of gritty, sweaty Americana to Central Square and I suggest you be there.