The rock band Hawthorne Heights was slated to play Dec. 4 at Graham Central Station in Pharr, another DontGetEmo concert, but reports are coming in that guitarist Casey Calvert has died. This was posted Nov. 24 on the band’s Web site:

Today is probably the worst day ever. Its with our deepest regrets that we have to write this. Casey Calvert passed away in his sleep last night. We found out this afternoon before sound-check. We’ve spent the entire day trying to come to grips with this and figure out as much as possible. At this time we’re not sure what exactly happened. Just last night he was joking around with everyone before he went to bed. We can say with absolute certainty that he was not doing anything illegal. Please, out of respect to Casey and his family, don’t contribute or succumb to any gossip you may hear. We don’t want his memory to be tainted in the least. Casey was our best friend. He was quirky and awesome and there will truly be no others like him! His loss is unexplainable. As soon as we know more we will let you know.

Sincerely,

Hawthorne Heights

Eron, JT, Micah and Matt

DontGetEmo posted this response via a MySpace bulletin:

We’re waiting for an official response from Hawthorne Heights management with respect to the tour date confirmed for Tuesday December 4th at Graham Central Station. We will post a bulletin when we have more information about this matter. Our thoughts and prayers are with Hawthorne Heights and the family of Casey Calvert.

Sincerely,

Dontgetemo Concerts

Our sincerest sympathies go out to the band and Casey Calvert’s friends and family. Fans are posting supportive wishes on the band’s official MySpace page.

5/30 UPDATE: Venue, more details announced. Click here for more info.
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The Atlanta, Ga. rock band Sevendust will perform in McAllen on June 28 according to a post today by Q94.5 DJ “Mighty” Mike Quinn on his MySpace blog. Venue details have not been released.

Sevendust is currently on tour in support of the album “Alpha,” released in March.
Stay posted to TheV247.com for developing news about this show.

Sevendust official site
Sevendust on MySpace

There are tons of great concerts and shows going on this weekend all over the Valley. Here are a few that local music fans won’t want to miss. Also, don’t forget to check out our searchable Music Calendar to find out when and where your favorite band is playing.

Friday :
- Aaron Watson: This Amarillo singer-songwriter is anything but a cookie-cutter, Corporation Nashville bore. Watson has been singing real, twangy country tunes for years. Even Willie Nelson’s a fan. Catch him at Wild Bill’s in Harlingen tonight. Read more about Aaron here.

- “Goodbar Strikes Back!”: Indiepop fans are in for a treat tonight with Gazelles, Brownsville’s the Citys and a slew of others at the McAllen Creative Incubator. Check out this concert preview.

Saturday:
- Rusty Wier: Austin country legend Rusty Wier is sure to put on a great show. He had me entertained for almost an hour on the phone the other day — and he didn’t even have his guitar with him. Check him out Saturday at Cine El Rey in McAllen and read my interview with Rusty here.

- Tragedy N April: These genre-blending Brownsville punks put on one of the most energetic shows in the Valley. They play Chapa’s in Brownsville Saturday. Also, check out their V247 profile page for an MP3 and links.

- Alvaro Lopez: Faith guides this Latin Grammy nominee to craft soulful pop tunes. Read about him here and hear him live Saturday morning in Hidalgo.

There’s lots more going on. Check out our calendar for more.

Peoria, Arizona rockers A Change of Pace are scheduled to perform tonight at South Texas College. Go to the band’s MySpace page to listen to tracks from their latest album.They also have a link to a few free acoustic tracks on iTunes.

A Change of Pace will perform with The Requested, Astrophix and Capitol Conspiracy and other Valley acts. Click here for concert details.

Here’s A Change of Pace’s video for “Loose Lips Sink Ships”:

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Photo courtesy  AChangeOfPaceMusic.com