Despite the shift into the new season, right now it's snowing in Buffalo. The trajectory that should lead us to green lawns/clear skies/blooming flowers appears to have extended. Meanwhile,  Small Houses, Sean Hoots, and Andy Pothier will be playing at the Vault tonight, supported by Mothers, and On Guard.  Jeremy Quentin's project Small Houses has been described as "Artfully crafted finger-style guitar playing, and softly sung melodies describing the people, love, and homes of Quentin’s life." What better way to combat this cold gloom than an evening of intimate folk performances at the Vault? $5 will get you through the doors and the show starts at 8:30PM. Catch you there.

If you are in the mood for a more laid back evening of music, best head down to Mohawk Place tonight for a triple bill, front stage filled show.  Tonight's lineup includes On Guard, the solo outfit of Aye Karou's Ryan McCrackenn.  McCracken's spares folky tunes are fronted by his Jeff Buckly esque crooning.  Sonny Baker, one of Buffalo's hardest working musicians, will also be on hand with solo tunes, and is expected to play a handful of songs from his upcoming Elevator Knees EP.  Rounding out the bill is Applennium whose members include Dave Calos of 90s alt rock lovin Bearhunter, and Chris Groves, a fellow Audio Buffalo podcaster.  The four piece, which features Stacey Stoll on vocals, reminds me of Yo La Tengo at their most autumnal times.  Show begins at 8:00pm and while cover is not mentioned, don't expect to drop more than $5 to get through the doors.