Austin Blues Festival Announces Set Times for Jimmie Vaughan, Brittany Howard, Robert Glasper

And warns of a ticket price increase this Friday

"...Austin Blues Festival is back to help you plan your April 27-28..."

April 9, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Neko Case, the Urban Cultural Fest, and More Crucial Concerts

Live sounds for the week ahead

"...one to miss.   – Miranda Garza Urban Cultural Fest..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

30 Breakout Music Acts to See in Austin This Week

Your guide to SXSW's buzziest artists, both official and unofficial

"...Alongside the default stars, the Fest really shines in gathering up-and-coming, just-about-to-break-through artists. Here, the..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

Sentimental Family Band, Leti Garza, Dorian Electra, and More Crucial Concerts

Plan your week in music

"...Since launching in 2019 with the inquisitive pop-rock push-and-pull of internet-ready track "I..."

March 1, 2024 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

South by Southwest Sends in the Clowns

Pamela Adlon, Frank Oz, John Leguizamo, and more for Comedy Festival

"...women are headlining this year's South by Southwest Comedy Festival, with solo shows from BAFTA Breakthrough artist Luisa Omielan..."

Feb. 28, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Rolling Stone Nabs Peso Pluma, Flo Milli, Faye Webster for SXSW Showcase

Future of Music takes over ACL Live March 12-15

"...The magazine’s Future of Music showcase hosts shows at ACL Live at the Moody Theater, March 12-15...."

Feb. 21, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Recommended Austin Events

Highlights for your week in music, arts, community, and more

"...the 20th anniversary of the Austin Asian American Film Festival with a showcase revealing how the small film fest..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Column

Deerhoof at Wizard Rodeo and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Austin acts El Combo Oscuro and sleep well. both host album release shows

"...Mental Abortion), or headlining the wonderfully weird Wizard Rodeo fest the next day. The noon-to-midnight whirlwind's placement just east..."

Dec. 1, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Quin NFN, corook, ​​and More Highlights From Sunday at ACL Fest

From viral “If I Were a Fish” to M83’s essential “Midnight City”

"...held for the final date of Austin City Limits Festival, where the Chronicle team caught another heavyweight run of..."

Oct. 16, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Memorable Moments From ACL Fest Weekend One

For you to rewind this weekend at Zilker Park

"...to Kendrick Lamar's set – the first weekend of ACL Fest rolled on. Biggest takeaway? The rare instance of..."

Oct. 13, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Grace Sorensen, and More Highlights From Sunday at ACL Fest

From The Breeders’ sustaining cool to GloRilla’s unfazed flow

"...Sorensen back to back, Sunday of Austin City Limits Festival opened with a Chron-beloved run of Austin-affiliated artistry...."

Oct. 9, 2023 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Lil Yachty’s Whiplash Catalog Run and More Highlights From Friday at ACL Fest

Maggie Rogers, Little Simz, and more kicked off at Zilker Park

"...The kickoff to Austin City Limits Music Festival sustained quite a few hits...."

Oct. 7, 2023 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

10 Essential Acts to See at ACL Fest

Must-see visiting acts at Zilker Park, from Kendrick Lamar to Rina Sawayama

"...Austin’s leading A-list outdoor festival returns October 6-8 and 13-15. Headliners Kendrick Lamar, Foo..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

ACL Interview: Country Rebel Tanya Tucker Reflects on Her Career Resurgence

“I’m not done yet. I might have a few more years, and I’m ready.”

"...Following her double weekend appearance at ACL Festival, Tanya Tucker will head to Nashville for induction..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Nemegata's Folkloric Futurism Boosts Austin's Budding Colombian Music Scene

Local trio powers up its magnetic roots fusion in new release Voces

"...drum case (Meat Puppets), and an ancient Austin Aqua Fest poster join the Clash, Os Mutantes, Nina Simone, Billie..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Los Cogelones, PickleStock, Lady Dan, and more recommended Austin shows

"...me being a wanker with a two-day all ages festival [of] punk, hard core, thrash, and hip hop bands."..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Jordan Moser's August residency, a pair of Millers, and more recommended Austin shows

"...his first single since thoughtful folk exploration Long Night (2019), Jordan Moser offers a blunt instruction: "Get your ass..."

July 28, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

"My Energy, How I Move": Blakchyl's Evolving Hip-Hop Embodies Austin's Eastside

The 78702 rapper on exploring beyond her comfort zone

"...On "Lungsful" (2019): "I'm the best in the city, they avoid it/..."

July 14, 2023 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

JaRon Marshall + the Collective, Felt Out, and Jane Leo to Play the Chronicle Party at Hot Summer Nights

This paper pops up, July 22, at the totally-free Red River festival

"...Free Week in the winter, the no-cost, high-temp musical festival Hot Summer Nights returns to Downtown Austin, Thursday, July..."

July 12, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Parks Board Recommends Zilker Plan Despite Misinformation-Fueled Outrage

Stakeholders respond to 5,000-seat amphitheater concerns

"...of town. But historically, nonprofit gifts to PARD (including ACL Fest donations) have actually been spread across underserved parks,..."

May 26, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Eight April Music Festivals In and Around Austin

From Rancho Alegre to Austin Blues, April offers ample opportunities

"...Looking to fest while the decent weather lasts? You're not alone. Alongside..."

April 7, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Austin’s Harry Edohoukwa and Lesly Reynaga Booked for Lollapalooza, and More Music News

Rolling Loud's SXSW dropout and the Long Center's 3D-printed stage

"...Lollapalooza announced the lineup for the August festival, notably including two Austin names on the poster. Harry..."

March 23, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW Music 2023: The Best Things We Saw on Friday

A Margo Price keynote, Koffee's evolution, & Obongjayar's rising star

"...With a day of official festing still to come, Friday wrapped a number of South..."

March 18, 2023 SXSW Post by Abby Johnston

The Best Music We’ve Seen So Far at SXSW 2023

An insightful Jeff Tweedy, sunshiney Armani White, and more

"...Offerings ramped up Monday with the kickoff to the Festival’s musical programming, packing SUSU, Armani White, Michigander, and more...."

March 14, 2023 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Your Field Guide to 80 Essential Acts at SXSW Music

Highlighting the best and buzziest at this year's Festival

"...ensembles, K-pop collectives – it’s all here for your Festival scheduling...."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Crosstalk: Parish Reopens Following Fall Fire, and More Music News

Billy Strings at Radio and proposed touring visa rate hikes

"...Billy Strings, the biggest star of modern bluegrass (who..."

Feb. 17, 2023 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

Urban Heat's Darkwave Road Map for Uncertain Times

Spaceflight-deluxified Wellness pushes beyond post-punk pastiche

"...the release of the band's 2022 Wellness EP, an ACL Fest debut, and bringing their collage of synth-studded post-punk..."

Feb. 10, 2023 Music Feature by Nayeli Portillo

Hi How Are You Day Connects Young Audiences With Daniel Johnston’s Work

UMI and DannyLux lead fifth annual concert and fundraiser

"...Commemorating the birthday of late Austin musician Daniel Johnston,..."

Jan. 23, 2023 Music Post by Mars Salazar

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Timbeko, Shinyribs, TC Superstar, an Exquisite Corpse, and more recommended shows for the week

"...EP Berto's Banquet, alongside Twisted June's snazzy hip-hop experimentation. Fest newcomers Joey Tea, Chucky Blk, and Chief Cleopatra join..."

Dec. 30, 2022 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

Pleasure Venom's Introspective Punk Road to Rebirth/Return

Revamped and fully realized Austin quartet breaks down debut

"...released last week, paint a comprehensive punk-phenom picture. Try 2019 opening dates for Nineties alt standards Garbage, local gigs..."

Dec. 9, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

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