Kohanna Credit: Kohanna

The Lyric League Cypher 

Saturday 15, Flamingo Cantina

Sirius XM radio station Shade 45 airs the Punchline Academy, a program centered around showcasing bars-centric rap. The radio show’s Lyric League Series, a live freestyle cypher, visits cities across the country to spotlight gems from each scene. Participants at the Austin edition include conscious lyricist Blayce the Rapper, veteran rhymer Clova, and Southside rapper Sertified. CHHK & the Dropouts headline after some of its members partake in the cypher. Da Inphamus Amadeuz hosts.

Kohanna 

Sunday 16, Cherrywood Coffeehouse

Arizona-born singer-songwriter Kohanna has called Austin home for about a year, but she doesn’t forget where she’s been along the way. This free show celebrates the folk artist’s soon-to-be-released single “Colorado,” which follows a full-length also named after the Centennial State.

Santana 

Tuesday 18, Moody Center

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame guitarist Carlos Santana is still going strong. His group’s May 2026 single, “Mi Gran Amor,” enlists Latin pop singer Becky G to help touch on the devastating impact ICE raids have on families. Fellow Rock & Roll Hall of Famers the Doobie Brothers open.

This article appears in August 14 • 2026.

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As the Chronicle's Club Listings Editor, Derek compiles a weekly list of music events occurring across town. The University of Texas alum also writes about hip-hop as a contributor to the Music section.