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February 20, 7 & 9:30 pm
One World Theatre
“Before we start the interview could I just mention one of my favorite causes, Work Vessels for Vets,” begins the legendary rocker, Dave Mason, describing the organization that he supports that helps injured vets.
When you think of the greatest legends of rock over the past 50 years names like Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Stevie Wonder, Steve Winwood, Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac and Michael Jackson are all mentioned. Dave Mason is a rock legend himself proven by the fact that he has collaborated with every one of the aforementioned artists, as well as his induction into the Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.
His legendary career began in 1967 when at the age of 18, together with Steve Winwood, he co-founded Traffic near his home town of Worcester, England. His song, “Feelin’ Alright” first recorded by Traffic in 1968 and later made famous by Joe Cocker is a true rock classic. After only a short tenure with Traffic, he became an original member of Derrick and the Dominoes with Eric Clapton. In 1968 he also recorded with The Rolling Stones on their album Beggars Banquet and with Jimi Hendrix on Electric Ladyland. By 1969 “Traffic was a dead issue—at least for me,” explains Mason who then left for the US. When asked why he says, “Everyone was a little bit untogether back then. I just thought it was time to go west young man.”
In 1970 he recorded his first solo album Alone Together which produced the hit “Only You Know and I Know.” Over the next 17 years he recorded 11 albums. In the early 90’s he joined Fleetwood Mac for a couple of years and recorded and toured with them. In 2008 after a 20 year absence form recording, Mason recorded his most recent album, 26 Letters, 12 Notes, at his home studio in Ojai, California. The critically acclaimed album is a great collection of tunes from a talented artist. Unfortunately it has not received much attention. Mason explains, “The problem is that there’s no venue for people to hear new music from people like me.” So Mason connects with fans and rock aficionados through his live concerts. Austin music fans will have the opportunity to see Dave Mason live at the One World Theatre where he’ll play two shows on February 20 at 7 and 9:30 pm. D. Dewey
Missbehave Boutique
The new crop of boutiques in the 2nd Street District has all fall fashion needs covered. Austin’s working women looking to be bad with some of their hard earned green are getting their shopping fix at Missbehave Boutique. With looks from the likes of Moschino, See by Chloé, and Rebecca Taylor, storeowner Andrea Valko is bringing big name designers to downtown Austin. The shop stocks the best of each brand, carrying everything from business to cocktail attire. Missbehave Boutique’s contemporary European interior was designed by DRS Architects and Planners. The glossy concrete floor gives the store a sleek, clean feel, while pink detailing throughout adds femininity to the primarily muted grey space. Signs posted on the walls encourage shoppers to misbehave. One reads, “I’m not bad. I just shop that way,” while another urges, “Life is short. Buy the shoes.” Valko, born in Slovakia but recently relocating from the East Coast, is putting her fashion savvy to use styling Austin’s twenty- to forty-somethings. With a background in business, Valko says she was inspired to open Missbehave when she “moved to Austin and saw a niche.” The store carries looks from up-and-coming designers, like printed tanks from Lauren Moshi and coveted crochet handbags from Brazilian designer Irá Salles. The shoe section at Missbehave, with styles from Stuart Weitzman, Via Spiga, and Alexandre Birman, to name a few, is stocked with fantastic fall finds—think plenty of platforms.
Gallery D
Open only months, Gallery D, the much-lauded boutique by fashion maven Emily Keast, is already a downtown destination, delivering the diverse designs Austinites demand. Keast, a former buyer for the trend-defining Henri Bendel boutique in New York, learned the business as an undergrad at UT and honed her eye as an assistant at Vogue. Now she’s employing her expert vision to seek out emerging designers from around the globe. “My personal style is all about mixing it up…[putting] something vintage with something modern, something casual with something a bit more dressed up,” Keast explains. This idea of blending styles to create a unique look is apparent throughout the store, in both the décor and in the designs that Keast selects, like the feminine but edgy draped dresses from Foley and Corinna and the vintage-inspired shoes from Les Prairies de Paris. Enlisting the help of top Austin designer, Jamie Chioco of Chioco Design, Keast created an inviting interior for her store through the juxtaposition of complementary contrasts. Keast’s sister, Julia, a photographer who plays art curator to the store chooses art that reflects and compliments the bold clothing hanging on the racks. With fierce fabrics, animal prints and leathers, hanging beside cozy cashmeres and flirty frocks, Gallery D is a downright delight. Both stores participate in monthly block parties, offering champagne, small bites, and deep discounts. Check websites for details. C. Harrold
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