Paul Cauthen

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat. March 14
Paul Cauthen, Eddie's Attic - It's a two-night stand as Texas firebrand Cauthen lays down his guitar, leaves his band home and takes a stab at a solo piano show. Exactly how his Waylon Jennings-styled baritone (nicknamed "Big Velvet") and reverb-heavy songs, most recently available on a three tune EP, will translate to the 88s is unclear. But he's a consummate performer ready to regale you with cool stories and quirky, outlaw country like the blustery "Texas Swagger," "Sweetheart of the Trailer Park" and the unforgettable thunderous hick-hop of "Country as F*ck." Guaranteed fun times, especially for fans of offbeat retro country who don't mind downing multiple "F" bombs punctuating their twang. - Hal Horowitz