Note: The show has been moved to La Zona Rosa

Well proud Americans, if you hadn’t noticed already tomorrow is Election Day. So as with all other major events in your life, it would be unnatural to not go with a hearty hangover. That’s why Do512 is throwing an election-themed party tonight called Red State Blues - A Concert for Change at La Zona Rosa. Unless you intend to cast your ballet sober, I highly suggest being in attendance tonight.

Now it probably goes without saying that, since this party takes place in Austin, you’re going to find the whole show slanting more than slightly leftward. But if you’re reading this website at all (you know how to use the internet), chance are your leanings are liberal already (unless of course, you’re on this website).

Looking at the lineup, the music at this show could draw a serious crowd election or not. Headlining the show is the amazing Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, whose timeless contributions to funk and soul are hardly worthy of my descriptions - suffice it to say, missing a chance to see Sharon Jones is a serous mistake. Have a listen to “100 Days, 100 Nights” below if you really need any convincing.

Sharon Jones - 100 Days, 100 Nights

Local mainstay James McMurtry, who is no stranger to singing about politics, also plays tonight. His fantastic new album Just Us Kids, which dropped earlier this year, may well be one of the best local albums of the year, and it draws heavily on the failures of the current administration (can you say wealth of material?). After nine releases McMurtry remains a beacon of Austin music, capturing the laid-back southern vibe and political left-leaning/common sense that has made our city famous.

Oh it keeps getting better: Brownout!, winners of the Best Latin Contemporary category at this year’s Austin Music Awards, open the show.

But wait, here’s where it gets really good. Do512 are also offering a VIP package ($75) which includes a number of sweet perks. You’ve got your typical VIP things (free food and drinks), but also something a bit more enticing: a exclusive performance by Chrysta Bell and Paris 49. Rumors are abound that this might be a 8 1/2 Souvenirs reunion show, but don’t hold me to it.

So remember, voting is just about standing in long lines because you procrastinated about early voting, and it’s not just about scrolling through 10 pages of judges who’s names you don’t know to get to “Barack Obama,” it’s also about good music and good people. Need I say more?