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Emo revivalist fans crammed into Yayo Taco on March 18 to see a giant of the genre – Empire! Empire! (I Was a Lonely Estate) – play an intimate show with labelmates Warren Franklin and the Founding Fathers. Or perhaps crammed is an understatement, as the tiny Mexican restaurant was more crowded than just about any other show I’ve attended there, sans Touche Amore. Wedged. Compacted. Packed. ...

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Whoever has been booking shows at the Las Vegas Country Saloon has been doing a great job as of late. After a lengthy lull in shows, the venue is coming back strong, following the fun Adolescents/Youth Brigade/The Vermin show with a headlining set from Lagwagon that also featured two of the best modern punk bands on support – Cobra Skulls and Nothington. ...

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O'Sheas Casino, located in between the Imperial Palace and the Flamingo (so right across from Caesar’s Palace) will be closing April 30, but not before going out with a bang. The casino will host a block party in the alley between their establishment and the Flamingo with cheap drinks and music from Saves the Day, Manchester Orchestra and Weatherbox. The event is free and and begins at 2PM with bands starting at 7:30PM. The full schedule can be found after the jump. Read More » ...

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