2009 album news

Per the on-stage banter at the phenomenal show at La Zona Rosa in Austin tonight, Rhett is going into the studio in Dallas in two weeks with BIOG producer Salim Nourallah. Plans are to record a “quiet” solo album for the 97′s front man. One can only hope that it’s a solo acoustic deal in the tradition of the sublime Largo and Fez shows from a few years back. Hey Rhett, if you need some bootlegs of those Fez shows to get you in the mood, let me know!

If you get hdnet from your cable or

If you get HDNet from your cable or satellite company, they are going to be airing an Old 97′s concert from several years ago. It was filmed in HD at the Lakewood Theater in Dallas. It will air on December 14 at 2pm ET. Be sure and look for yours truly upfront.

~michael