The Hills Are Alive

This last Saturday I dropped by the aforementioned SW Hill Country store to check out the event as well as the store itself. It was all I had hoped it to be.

The store is mixed with a good mix of cool and functional western supplies. Hip "Reverend Horton Heat" style shirts and suits made by such brands as Scully, big Elvis and Hank Williams belt buckles, tooled belts and the like. I briefly talked to one of the owners who was pleasant and helpful. She explained that the "for sale" sign on the outside of the building was the residuals of a moment of panic by her husband, but assured me that they are staying put for the moment.

The event drew a small but pleasant crowd. The bands were good, ranging from roots rock to more orthodox country. The crowd, a mix of locals dressed either in their best rockabilly, western, and even hillbilly garb. But you needn't be rooted in this culture to have a good time...its just a nice way to spend a Saturday afternoon. There was a small grill off to the side, but I've been told that you are welcome to bring a cooler of whatever gets you through the day.

Its been assured to me that next months line-up will be great. The plan is to have this be a monthly event and i believe they'll also be showing movies there at some point.

Please check this place out...I think it teeters on success.