The Season to Party!

When a certain party-loving friend of mine returned to town and the streets of Lawrence were filled with traffic, it became clear that the time had come for another school year to start, and with that, a ton of parties, shows and nights out on the town to come. It's that time of year again, so in the spirit of the season, everyone is out every night. Monday night at the Jazzhaus, Karaoke night became a crazed sing-along party. New 21-year-olds and older regulars packed the small venue in what was probably the busiest Monday night any bar has seen in months. But that was just the beginning.

Tuesday nights are $1.50 night at the Jazzhaus, this event usually gets a great crowd, but based on last nights' insanity, people should expect it to be a really happenin' time at the bar tonight. This is a perfect example of how you can still have a great time without spending too much money. The cover charge and drinks are affordable, the bar is hoppin' and there's energy coursing through the streets downtown. Now's the time to get out and have some fun!

Then Friday, Electric Theory, Mouth, and now Zoogma are scheduled to play the Bottleneck, starting at 9 p.m. This show is guaranteed to rock your socks off, so be there or be square. Electric Theory puts out fantastic tunes that will definitely get the crowd going from the start. Mouth is one of the best bands in Lawrence, and every show they play is like a fantastic party. Zoogma is a rising star in the Jazzy Electronic scene and they are impressive and fun. This show is a MUST because the lineup is great, the venue is awesome, and this is that special time of year when everyone is out there, looking for fun, and you should be too!

But, if those bands are not your cup of tea, The Cosmopolitics will be up at the Jazzhaus, which is not a bad alternative by any means. If you want to get down to some fusion, progressive jam rock, this band is worth checking out, it's too bad both great shows are going on at the same time.

A week later there will be even more incredible shows, so stay tuned and keep the party going!