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Switchfoot Is Still in the Moment
Drummer Chad Butler on alt-rock band’s trust in music and improvisation
Caroline Drew
Caroline is the Music and Culture staff writer and reporter, covering, well, music, books, and visual art for the Chronicle. She came to Austin by way of Portland, Oregon, drawn by the music scene and the warm weather.
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40 Musical Acts to See at SXSW 2026
The most exciting rappers, alt-rockers, jazz innovators, and more descending on Austin this week
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The Road to Austin: International and Local Acts on What It Takes to Play South by Southwest
From travel funds to balanced schedules, newbies navigate opportunities, obstacles
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UPDATED: Cheer Up Charlies Owners Regain Access to Venue After Lockout
Padlock appeared on the queer venue Wednesday morning
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Orville Peck, the Lumineers to Play Free SXSW Concerts
Rivian-sponsored daytime shows bring Americana acts to 800 Congress, Moody Amphitheater
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American Art History in a Nutshell: Inside Charles Butt’s American Modernist Collection
H-E-B CEO’s art assemblage visits the Blanton through Aug. 2
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A Scene in Snapshot: The 2025-2026 Austin Music Awards Celebrate All
Artists of every genre applauded another year of exceptional music
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Jack Johnson, Alanis Morissette, Gavin Newsom, Keke Palmer, and More Join SXSW ’26 Events
Music, Film, Innovation, and Comedy lineups add new acts
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Shakey Graves Embraces Constraint, Candor – and a Touch of Corniness
Fondness, Etc., out May 15, reflects on new stages of life and old habits of playing
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Old Spaces Reward Modern Patience
Cherrywood Center and Downtown Austin Space Activation program pioneer space-saving approaches
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Actors on Actors, Musicians on Musicians, First Amendment Fests
Crossover tales in this week’s culture news
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Texas Music Venue Alliance Endorses Greg Abbott for Governor – Without Consulting Music Venues
Mohawk, Carousel Lounge, other local venue owners say org founder Edwin Cabaniss issued statement without their knowledge