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Come on Down to the 2025-2026 Austin Music Awards
The winners are here; our 44th annual affair celebrates ’em
Carys Anderson
Carys Anderson moved from Nowhere, DFW to Austin in 2017 to study journalism at the University of Texas. She began writing for The Austin Chronicle in 2021 and joined its full-time staff in 2023, where she covers music and culture.
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Becoming BRUCE
(Re)introducing Carrie Fussell, Austin’s 2025-2026 Vocalist of the Year
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Join the Team (Trust)
Art-punk trio mines rich sonic textures from unfamiliarity and collaboration
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Vote Now in the 2025/2026 Austin Music Poll
Select your favorite musicians and industry professionals by Jan. 19
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Evan Dando Is Staying Busy
Back with his first new Lemonheads songs in two decades, the artist plays Mohawk Dec. 12
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The Sick Myth of America Isn’t Funny Anymore
Big Bill’s topical new LP slashes the end times with art-punk fervor
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Turn to Chapter 30
Texas Book Festival celebrates three decades of diverse literary programming
Posted inThe Drinks Issue
Austin Bars That Offer More Than Booze
From pool and games to dancing and community hangs, these locales are more hangout spots than watering holes
Posted inLive Shots
Passion Pit, The Point, julie, and More Reviews From the Final Day of ACL
Fest winds down with musical stylings from around the globe
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Car Seat Headrest, Magdalena Bay, Pierce the Veil, and More Reviews From ACL’s Second Saturday
Alt-rock, synth-pop, and post-hardcore make Weekend Two appearances
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Rilo Kiley, Sam Barber, MJ Lenderman, and More Reviews From Friday at ACL Weekend Two
New and old favorites touch down at Zilker Park