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Ma Ferguson Cover Band: Like their namesake, Miriam "Ma" Ferguson, the first woman governor of Texas, the Ma Ferguson band is practically unique in Central Texas for keeping the classic Southern rock sound alive and well.; Jay Chaffe, 512/252-2461
sgilbert@sig.net
The Mad Christian: Lively blend of gospel, rock, folk, blues, and ballads, showing depth, sensitivity, warmth, and humor. I am living proof that God answers prayers.; Confessions of a Mad Christian, Part 1 CS, Wyldwood, '95; Confessions of a Mad Christian, Part 2 CS, Wyldwood, '97.; Phillip Jones, 512/990-9799
Madcow Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Heavy, melodic three-headed rock beast that separates itself from the herd with an abundance of catchy, intelligent songs.; Keith Anderson, 512/842-1402
Madman's Parade Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Michael Ritterhoff, 512/342-1712
mritterhof@aol.com
Majestics Reggae / Funk / World Music / Dance: Reggae party. Rappin', skankin', singin', and dancin'... drums, bass, guitar, keyboards (horn section on request). Delivering the best in reggae music, dance hall, and rock steady.; John "Jingo" McClendon, 512/385-2201
Sky Malone Blues / R&B / Soul: Original Texas blues-lead singer, guitar slinger.; Sky Malone, 512/303-4696
skymanblu@aol.com
Barbara Malteze: "...Barbara does know how to pump out ripping vocals." - Cashbox. Strong, versatile vocalist plays keys, percussion, produces, arranges, and writes. Groove-oriented covers/even better originals! Available for pro situations: jingles, studio sessions, showcases, and voice-overs.; We Came 2 Rock LP, Rock Hard Organization, '87; "Raise Your Voices" Single, Rock Hard Organization, '89; Count Your Blessings CD, Gold/Caroline/Active, '90.; Barbara Malteze, 512/447-5180
Lina Marchman Chamber / Classical / Vocal / Solo / Duo: Pianist for weddings cocktail parties, accompanist for professional vocalists, instrumentalists, etc. Classical, ragtime, popular, Christian music.; Lina Marchman, 512/280-5521
dmarchman@eden.com
Mariache Los Gallos Conjunto / Tejano / Salsa: Charlie Hatchett, 512/453-6178
Mariachi Estrella Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Mariachi Estrella are a fun, energetic, and entertaining mariachi ensemble based in Austin. They've been together for over 10 years, playing restaurants, bars, clubs, private parties, weddings, you name it.; Mariachi Estrella De Rupert Ortiz CD, Medro, '96.; Rupert Ortiz, 512/292-0749
Marilisa Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Singer/songwriter adult and children's musician. Folk/country, blues, rock/pop, swing, touch of jazz. Solo or band. Women's group-Wraggle Taggle Gypsies.; Marilisa and The Velveeta Underground, Afavela, '90; Up in a Tree, '94; Water Under the Bridge CD, Afavela, '97.; Marilisa, 512/357-1159
Laurie Marks Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Outstanding debut album by this unique and talented singer, due out spring of '97 on new local indie label Plazma Records.; I Selfish CD, Plazma, '97.; Bruce Newlin, 512/261-2007
Plazma@io.com
Doug Marshall Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Singer-songwriter performing on guitar and harmonica.; Doug Marshall, 512/454-8467
Tony Maserati Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: Authentic three-piece rockabilly with two guitars and upright bass.; "Crawl Up & Die"/"Twenty Flight Rock" single, Aisle, '94.; Tony Maserati, 512/707-2472
Will T. Massey Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Singer/songwriter.; Will T. Massey CD, MCA, '91.; Roggie Baer, 213/665-9314
rajiwrld@wavenet.com
Patrick Matera: Guitarist/songwriter.; Anchorless, Kacy Crowley CD, Carpe Diem, '97.; Patrick Matera, 512/416-8442
Matt the Electrician Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Acoustic music for really smart people.; Kathleen Lebeck, 512/448-1179
kappar72@aol.com
Iain Matthews: Iain Matthews, 512/376-7667
Maximum Coherence During Flying Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Synths, guitars, drums, bass, and sax layered with both male and female vocal harmonies. Inventive and elaborate compositions-sometimes technically intricate and forceful, sometimes spaceously ethereal and tranquil. Broadly characterized as "experimental space rock."; Bad Hat Situational CS, '95.; Trevor Dutton, 512/444-1110
myy@utxvms.cc.utexas.edu
Janet Mayfield: May's Tone Publishing Company songstress-owner welcomes offers for flute, alto voice, songwriting, tour booking. Member of National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (NARAS), Austin Federation of Musicians, Local 433, and Austin Songwriters Group.; Janet Mayfield, 512/467-7219
jmayfi8022@aol.com
Mayhem Brew Mixed Bag / None of the Above: A god-like mix of rock, jazz, blues, punk, surf, funk, and reggae with a touch of something you can't understand.; Monk Turner, 512/263-1055
bturner@eden.com, http://www.eden.com/~bturner/mbhome.html
Don McCalister Country / Bluegrass: Songwriter and performing artist. Acoustic or electric band, small or large and all points in between.; Down in Texas CD, Apaloosa, '97; Country Jukebox, compilation CD, Vinyl Junkie, '97; Love Gone Right CD, Biscuit Boy, '96; Country, compilation CD, Vinyl Junkie, '94; Brand New Ways CD, Dejadisc, '93.; Grey Matter Media, 512/416-7687
donmccjr@concentric.net, http:/www.concentric.net/~donmccjr
Darrell McCall: Blue Horizon, 512/218-6944
Kevin McCarter Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: Drummer with a feel for the song. Sometimes less is more. Folk rock to alternative. Pick up or forming a band. Also play rhythm guitar.; Kevin McCarter, 512/452-0408
Kathy McCarty: Dave Reckner, 215/956-0136
Kira Lynn McConaghy Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Sings great, plays good piano, knows 4,087 songs and now she's writin' hits! "I kick ass," reports the winsome singer.; Kira McConaghy, 512/338-4772
KeKe McCullough Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Eclectic singer-songwriter-guitarist with a slant towards R&B.; Go Cat Go CD, Dinosaur, '96.; Keith McCullough, 512/450-1772
Velton McDaniel Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Experience the music, the emotion, the side splitting comedy, and "in your face" Southern style that has left audiences everywhere crying for more. Pure Texas comedy country.; Hank Startrain, 512/444-9564
Joe McDermott: Melissa Schenker, 512/443-5796
MariLee McGuire: Singer-songwriter/keyboardist. A sophisticated intricacy of instrumentation and arrangement behind rich, captivating vocals. Available for solo, duo or band performances.; Halt Music Co., Fax 512/326-1660
Mike McIntosh Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Singer/songwriter/sideman. Guitar (electric or acoustic), slide, dobro, lap steel, mandolin. Funk-blues-jazz-folk-dawg -roots kind of guy. Quick study. Sober, serious and fun-loving. Music literate.; Mike McIntosh, 512/459-3262
mcintosh@jumpnet.com
Kris McKay: Russell Carter, 404/377-9900
The McKinney Brothers Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: A soulful, blues-rock songwriting team that have performed throughout many Texas venues. Opened shows for such artists as Ian Moore and Kelly Willis. Currently, they're concentrating efforts producing/engineering other Austin projects at their studio (Wonderland Studios).; Eric McKinney, 512/444-8030
studio1@wonderlandstudio.com, http://www.wonderlandstudio.com
Meanstreet Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Pounding bass and slamming drums lay the foundation for savage, yet sometimes sweet, guitar work. Gut-wrenching vocals form the final layer of the foursome's gripping sound. If you like your rock hard and heavy, take a ride down to Meanstreet.; Jay Dorr, 512/502-0307
kwelndar@io.com, http://www.io.com/~kwelndar/
Meaux Jeaux Jazz: Guitarist Slim Smiles Richey and bassist Francie Meaux Jeaux White team up to play jazz and bebop instrumental standards. Two pieces and up.; Slim Richey, 512/847-8833; 847-9662
Meegans Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: Meegans are a straight ahead rock-n-roll band. With a sound somewhere between The Beatles, Soundgarden, Prince, and Austin's own Wannabes, Meegans approach rock from its roots: energy, passion, melody and message. We basically rock.; Dan McAdams, 512/454-7422
dmcadams@mail.utexas.edu, http://shimano.me.utexas.edu/~dan/Meegans/meegans.html
Laura Mejia Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Solo folk/rock guitarist and vocalist with words full of emotion. Provides you with more than sound. Let's you feel the words through her soul.; Laura Mejia, 512/331-9561
Melancholy Ramblers Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: A vocal harmony trio. Frances Barton, accordion; Brady Coleman, fiddle, guitar; Marco Perella, dulcimer. Dedicated to the preservation of folk, country, blues, gospel, Western and honky-tonk music of America.; T. J. McFarland, 512/480-9790
Michael Melinger Jazz / Big Band / Swing: Smokey jazz in the Ben Webster tradition, for your listening and dancing pleasure. Leader of the High Island Hepcats and the Austin Jazz Workshop. Graduate, North Texas State.; Michael Melinger, 512/445-2412
ausjazz@inetport.com
Memphis Train Blues / R&B / Soul: Charlie Hatchett, 512/453-6178
Merchants of Venus Jazz / Big Band / Swing: Cosmopolitan sounds for the dance floor.; Continental Holiday CD, '97.; Merrideth Jiles, 512/323-9125
Peter Meredith Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: If you like the Beatles, the Pixies or the Stones, you'll dig this original pop-rock trio. Harmonized vocals tame bright boxy grooves reminiscent of the Fifties. PM, vocals, guitar; Matt Kocks, bass.; Grady B Humble,vocals, drums.; Grady B Humble, 512/707-7082
gradyb@bga.com
Augie Meyers: A. Meyers, 210/493-1165
Ed Michaels Mixed Bag / None of the Above: A true Texas original. High-fiber content, low-fat and soulful to the bone, Ed Michaels melds blues, jazz, folk, country and roadhouse music into "the real thing." 'Nuff said.; Abilene CS, Criminal, '92; New Orleans to Austin CS, Criminal, '95; Memphis By Midnight CD/cassette, Criminal, '93.; Ed Michaels, 512/273-2223
Midnight Rain Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Original acoustic folk/rock trio. Featuring Bill Goerdt and Brad Trainham on guitar/vocals and Dan Perkins on bass/vocals. With three songwriters, Midnight Rain's music offers a variety of styles from folk to blues to rock.; Dan Perkins, 512/892-4855
Midnight Sun Band Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Country & western dance band. Fifties and Sixties rock & roll. Some blues, polka, and waltz.; Gary Orts/Linda Rutherford, 409/542-4364
Mike & the Molesters Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: The Acme party band! We're like Van Halen except we get laid more! No couch is safe, plus we like to sniff bicycle seats at elementary schools. Who farted?; "Get Ya Back" 7", Little Deputy, '97.; Jason "Diamond" Vann, 512/833-9128
Kim Miller Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Distinctive lyrics and unique twists of melody characterize Miller's style. In a bright and powerful voice, Kim paints images that are cinematic in detail and often autobiographic in conception. See also Songwriter Trio.; Child of the Big Sky CD, Sea Robin, '96.; Kim Miller, 512/474-2151
searobin@io.com
Million Sellers Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: Minimalist rockabilly-pop.; Tequila Helps You Swim 7", Wanda, '95; (You Don't Have to Worry About)Affection 7", Wanda, '96.; Kels Koch, 512/454-5357
paulk@mail.utexas.edu
Miss Happenstance Ambient / Avant-Garde / Spoken Word: Acid jazz trio composed of Trippo Marx, Gene Poole, and Ricky Stesidue create cacophonous dissonance with reckless abandon. The translucent melodies that would bug most people. The sound of 100 monkeys banging on 100 typewriters.; Miss Happen Management, 512/441-1532
Missing Ingredient Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, Sid Vicious, and John Bonham form a band. Melodic, edgy fuzz pop a la Sugar, Nirvana, Urge Overkill, Afghan Whigs. Live shows have been described as a religious experience.; "Sickened" Single, Apathy Records, '96; Taste Your Skin Cass EP, Apathy Records, '97.; Mike Dubose, 512/450-0809
MDubose@mail.utexas.edu
Mr. Fabulous & Casino Royale Jazz / Big Band / Swing: Have band, will travel. License to thrill. When Mr. Fabulous sings, the whole joint swings!!!; License to Thrill CD, PolyFAB, '97.; Dino Lee, 512/795-3718
Mr. Pink & the Fuzzy Wigglies Mixed Bag / None of the Above: A post-modern sponge bath of sound; naked to the common ear; bringing to light true stories of American culture, which is not to be confused with the true reason why we are all here.; Brad Hastings, 512/912-1005
whipped@krox.com
Mr. 2¢ Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Mr. 2¢ is an original blend of rock and roll styles combined to form a familiar yet strikingly different sound rapidly becoming known as hypno-rock.; Pete Williams, 512/335-3556
Mo' Shiny Boogie Band Blues / R&B / Soul: Funky blues with fat beats, deep grooves, and a lot of energy! Original material and the best covers for a guaranteed good time.; Jorge Castillo, 512/873-8781
Rod Moag & Texas a la Moag Country / Bluegrass: Led by the "Pickin' Singin' Professor," Rod Moag, KOOP radio personality and Music City Texas "Human Being of the Year," this band breathes new life into the back pages of country, swing, and bluegrass music.; Pickin' Singin' Professor CD, Diploma Disc, '95.; Nancy Fly, 512/474-7419
nfly@aol.com, http://www.monsterbit.com/nfly/
The Mod Squad Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Nine piece ska/rock/reggae band. Their mixture of tight horn lines,bluesy guitar riffs, jazzed up bass and solid drums will make you dance if it doesn't knock you off your feet.; Alex Zamora, 713/726-0311
Snick0@aol.com
Hugh Moffatt: Cash Edwards, 512/447-0544
Katy Moffatt: Cash Edwards, 512/447-0544
Moksa Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Ethnopop: soulful vocals soaring on a blend of acoustic ethnic & programmed instruments. Pop, blues, Indian Bhajangs create a danceable authentic new genre. Devotional music for the 21st century.; Sissy Siero, 512/443-7673
Sierosong@aol.com
Monkey on the Bed Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Four-piece original, eclectic rock/ acoustic/blues band.; Gary Cross, 512/264.3386
motb@m2k.com
Monroe Mustang: The all-girl shrimpboat masturbator band.; "I Was Eighteen, It Was Hate b/w Spy/ Maude" 7", Framed!, '96; "Wusses/Carcrash Head" 7", Ata-Glance, '97.; Monroe Elementary Music Department, 512/480-WIGS
The Monumental Brass Chamber / Classical / Vocal / Solo / Duo: Highly trained classical musicians for weddings, recitals, receptions, parties, church services, Easter and Christmas services, educational performances, etc.; Yutaka Kono, 512/707-8888
Mood Swing Jazz / Big Band / Swing: Bent on acoustic dynamic duo of mandolin and guitar pick and sing the best original and the most traditional jazz, swing, country, bluegrass, and blues - Texas flavor.; Patty Finney, 512/273-2841
Moon Jell: Raw, naked, unisex, industry rock, that makes you want to boogie. Dana Leigh, vocals; Eric Cooper, bass; Max Aguilar, guitar; Roy Peña, drums.; Roy Peña, 512/837-8615
r.pena@mail.utexas.edu
Moonlight Express Orchestra Jazz / Big Band / Swing: Eight-piece band performing specially arranged horn charts of traditional pop tunes from the big band era to the present. Music includes swing, ballrooom, jazz, show tunes, lounge. Play private parties, conventions clubs, weddings, anniversaries, etc.; Clarence Timmermann, Jr., 512/312-0323
Abra Moore: Sing CD, Bohemia Beat, '95.; Davis McLarty, 512/444-8750
Ian Moore Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: Ian Moore CD, Capricorn, '93; Live from Austin CD, Capricorn, '94; Modernday Folklore CD, Capricorn, '95; Bar Line 99 video, '95; Bootleg '96 video, '96.; Jan Mirkin, 512/472-1818
http://www.ianmoore.com
Roberto Moreno Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Non-cryptic homegrown Latino acoustic folk rock fun. Fueled by a constant mission to treat you and yours nicely.; Treat Yourself Nice, Tiger (upcoming in Feb.) CD, Vatos Locos, '97.; Ryan Goins/Roberto Moreno, 512/451-9917
Teddy Morgan Blues / R&B / Soul: Blues, swing and swamp rock at its best.; Ridin' in Style CD, Antones, '94; Louisiana Rain CD, Antones, '96.; Ronnie Narmour, 512/416-1300
RNA@antonesrec.com
Anthony Morris Chamber / Classical / Vocal / Solo / Duo: Classical guitarist, performing music from Renaissance through 20th Century. Solo and chamber concerts/recitals, receptions, weddings, etc. Host of Classical Guitar Alive! Syndicated Radio Program, on public radio stations nationwide.; Anthony Morris, 512/474-8642
guitar@kmfa.org, http://www.guitaralive.com
Jonathan Morris Ambient / Avant-Garde / Spoken Word: Ambient/experimental improvised music for guitar and electronics. Also available as a duo with guitarist Travis Hartnett.; Chamber Works for Electric Guitar and Others CS, '96; Good For You CS, '95.; Jonathan Morris, 512/454-9821
jonmor@moontower.com
David Morrison Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: The artist formerly know as Blanche. Idiosyncratic songwriter has opened for John Cale and the Meat Puppets. Returning to performing after a long hiatus in the real world.; The Debris & Me CS, '97.; Anna Gramm, 512/302-3747
Owl Morrison: Music to rattle your bones! Viola, mandola, vocals- accompanist, performer, songwriter, teacher. Played with Ky Hote, Monk Wilson, Gretchen Phillips, Chris Chandler, QTN, Dar Williams, Jason Ecklund, orchestras, The Billys, David Wilcox, David Amram, etc.; Melange CS, Barnstormers, '95.; Owl Morrison, 512/272-9478
onehand@waonline.com
Cory Morrow Country / Bluegrass: Native Texas country band who has made their mark opening for acts like Merle Haggard and David Allen Coe. A collegiate favorite, Cory plays the best.; Charlie Hatchett/Popular Talent, 512/453-6178; 449-0980
The Motards Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: Punk rock since 10/93. We want to play more house parties and weddings give us a call.; Rock Kids CD, Empty, '96; "Scare the Hell out your Neihbors" 7", Turkey Baster, '95; "Kings of Blues" 7", Rip Off, '95; "Cryin Out Louds/Motards Split" 7", Little Deputy, '94; "Fuckemos/Motards Split" 7", Little Deputy, '94.; Toby Marsh, 512/323-2358
Mother's Monkey Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Psychedelic/Jazz/Blues/Rock-influenced. Mother's Monkey plays originals, some covers, & occasional improvisational pieces. Over five hours of original material. Guitars, Bass, Saxophone, Drums, Percussion, & anything else they can dig up.; Eric Gottula, 512/452-7573
The Mouthbreathers Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: The male Indigo Girls.; Poster Boy EP, '96; Synchronized Swimming CD, '97.; Robin; Dan, 258-5723; 458-6814
luvdoc@auschron.com, http://www.realtime.net/~luvdoc/mouthbreathers
Moving Mantlepiece Ambient / Avant-Garde / Spoken Word: Performer, producer, recording engineer-digital mastering, etc... electronic, dance, meditative, experimental, soundtracks, spiritual, controversial, etc... "Sometimes solo, sometimes not, check the plugs, they're probably hot!"; Ascending State of Grace music film, Moving Mantlepiece, '95; Black Green Silence music film, Moving Mantlepiece, '97; Lungs of Light music film, Moving Mantlepiece, '96; Live and Lucid music film, Moving Mantlepiece, '95; Telekinetic Vision music film, Moving Mantlepiece, '94.; Kyle Murray, 512/707-7240
Bill Mufich Folk / Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter: Versatile singer-songwriter currently performing as an acoustic solo act. Originals plus Texas-based music covers.; Bill Mufich, 512/259-7896
Mufich@Earthlink.net
Brian Mullin: Brian is a singer-songwriter with many influences. He plays a variety of styles. He plays guitar with dexterity, and has his own unique vocal style.; Salty Dog CS, independent, '94; After All These Years CD, independent, '97.; Brian Mullin, 512/255-7313
bachrock@onr.com, http://www.onr.com/user/jmtm/index.html
Michele Murphy & Hipshot Country / Bluegrass: Full band, original music plus classic covers, all danceable. Candis Brownson, Paul Skelton, Johnny X, Ernie Durawa, Lisa Pancratz, Luther Murphy as available. Texas Music.; Blue Hole Boogie CS, independent, '89; Once A Night CD, Rockin W, '96.; Michele Murphy, 512/447 5910
NaturalEars@msn.com
Tim Murphy Band Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk: High-energy, original hard rock power trio. Featuring Tim Murphy of Los Angeles on guitar/vocals, well-known Austinite Kenny Coffman on bass/vocals, and Rick Litton on drums.; Tim Murphy, 512/250-0851
celticx@aol.com
Trish Murphy Band Rock / Pop / Roots Rock: Country-tinged realist tales without schmaltz. She rocks!!! Country-rock in a power-pop vein Texas roots with pop instincts.; Crooked Mile CD, Raven, '97; Trish & Darin CD/CS, Rehab, '94.; Charlie Neath, 512/263-8836
trish2chaz@aol.com, http://www.trishmurphy.com
Verna Murphy Chamber / Classical / Vocal / Solo / Duo: Professional degreed (NTSU '84) cellist available for freelance symphony, chamber, quartet, trio, recording gigs. Recently relocated from Los Angeles. Student of Odnoposoff and Rose.; Verna Murphy, 512/250-0851
celticx@aol.com
Marty Muse Mixed Bag / None of the Above: Freelance steel guitar, lap steel, dobro. I've been out on the road for the last three years. I'm back in town ready for studio work, live gigs, etc.; Marty Muse, 512/443-0433
leemuse@aol.com
Mushroom Groovy Blues / R&B / Soul: This funk band turns on the heat with their original tunes and keeps the crowd cooking all night long.; Popular Talent, 512/499-0980
Mutie Mixed Bag / None of the Above: My friend Chico from the third grade once said that we sound like a radiant, but miniscule, Alligator Chime (as played by a taut, although reprihensible, Yeti).; Carter Thornton, 512/452-5237
retrac@mail.utexas.edu