Chief Keef Credit: Ticketmaster

Chief Keef

Friday 18, Rivière

In 2012, Chief Keef sent shockwaves throughout hip-hop when he burst into the national spotlight as a 16-year-old. With breakout songs “I Don’t Like” and “Love Sosa,” the influential Chicagoan’s direct, bold lyrics over dark, trap-esque production helped popularize the drill subgenre of rap that later spawned a Brooklyn spinoff. He’s dropped plenty of music since he first became Finally Rich – new project Skeletor was released in March – but he doesn’t do proper tours often. This show marks his first appearance in Austin since last decade.

Moscato J 

Tuesday 22, Guero’s

I previously used two particular words to describe this Austin-bred rapper’s SXSW 2026 performance: unbridled energy. His electric set featured backflips, highly Auto-Tuned hyperpop, and an Aughts punk twist (“Someone to Forget”). Save some energy from moshing at the Oak Garden of all places for the Tiarras, who headline this free HAAM Day show a few days after releasing new full-length Moon En Flor.

35th Anniversary of Nevermind 

Thursday 24, Hotel Vegas

Local Nirvana tribute band Dankeshön will play the seminal project in full on its 35th anniversary. Chepo & the Sons of Aberdeen open.

This article appears in September 18 • 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.