Once “Outsiders,” the Music World Is Now at BLK ODYSSY’s Fingertips

Collabs with heroes & new Earthchild Ent. label signal ascent

"...covers – but rarely are they game-changing artistic statements. BLK ODYSSY’s BLK VINTAGE REPRISE seems to be the exception...."

June 8, 2022 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Bigger Than Me: The Musical Journey of BLK ODYSSY

A child of funk who lost his brother to police brutality soundtracks a revolution on BLK VINTAGE

"...That same silent swagger oozes from every note of BLK VINTAGE, the forthcoming album under Houston's new solo moniker,..."

Aug. 13, 2021 Music Feature by Thomas Fawcett

BLK ODYSSY Caught in Ida’s Severe New Jersey Flooding

Austin band launch fundraiser for lost instruments and gear

"...Austin act BLK ODYSSY, in the Northeast for a release show celebrating..."

Sept. 2, 2021 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

We Have an Issue: Two Questions Inspired by BLK ODYSSY

"...to Arlyn Studios for a listening party, previewing his BLK ODYSSY project's new album BLK VINTAGE. I accepted, but..."

Aug. 13, 2021 Column by Kevin Curtin

Review: BLK ODYSSY, DIAMONDS & FREAKS

Forward-thinking production transmits eclectic and upbeat concept album

"...Whereas 2021 breakout BLK VINTAGE felt like the opening night party of a..."

June 16, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

The Deer, Otoboke Beaver, Nikki Lane, BLK ODYSSY, and more recommended live shows

"...renditions of buttery-smooth ballads and toe-tapping honky-tonk. – Kriss Conklin BLK ODYSSY, Eimaral SolAntone's, Friday 21..."

Oct. 21, 2022 Music Column by Christina Garcia

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A BLK REVOLUTION, Channel Tres, Smashing Pumpkins, the Austin Record Convention, and more local music related shows worth seeing

"...The BLK REVOLUTION Tour..."

Sept. 30, 2022 Music Column by Christina Garcia

S.L. Houser’s Earnest “Wind in the Door” and Five More Songs From Austin Artists

New music picks from Rod Gator, BLK ODYSSY, and Cloud Companion

"...Americana LPs in a satanic ritual.  – Kevin Curtin BLK ODYSSY, “You Gotta Man”..."

June 2, 2023 Music Column by Alejandra Ramirez

Ten Chronicle Music Writers on Their Favorite Austin Albums of 2022

Almost 100 albums we loved this year

"...Cashen, The Cosmic Silence; Big Bill, Public Freakout Compilation; BLK ODYSSY, BLK VINTAGE: THE REPRISE; Blushing, Possessions; Brennen Leigh..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

Blues, Funk, and La Bamba: Antone’s Austin Blues Festival Returns to Waterloo Park

Home of the Blues revives its genre mosh nearly a quarter-century later

"...elementary school soccer to a bloodbath defeat (0-5), but BLK ODYSSY soon lulled the bruised 8-year-old to sleep while..."

April 30, 2023 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A couple of mini-festivals, Progger, Blk Ops, Mama Duke, and more live music to see

"...an album since 2018, expect both new tunes and vintage blowouts, all played with a level of musicianship higher..."

April 1, 2022 Music Column by Chad Swiatecki

2021/2022 Austin Music Awards Winners

You voted – here's Austin's favorite artists, albums, and more

"...Nominees (listed alphabetically throughout): BLK ODYSSY Nané Sir Woman Sun June Best New Act:..."

March 8, 2022 Music Post by James Renovitch

Crucial Concert Countdown: New Year’s Eve Edition

"...roof-raising, soul-stirring good time. – Michael Toland Nané NYE w/ BLK ODYSSY, TC SuperstarEmpire Control Room & Garage ($30)..."

Dec. 24, 2021 Music Column by Greg Stitt

Faster Than Sound: Black Fret Ball Returns to the Stage With $250K for Austin Artists

The latest on two homegrown music nonprofits looking to expand

"...sets. After a big year of acclaim for debut BLK VINTAGE, BLK ODYSSY offered beautifully softened renditions backed by..."

Dec. 10, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

30 Breakout Music Acts to See in Austin This Week

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

"...to please mosh-ready Austin audiences.   – Genevieve Wood BLK ODYSSY..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

Musical Top 10s of 2021

One writer's favorite Austin-sourced albums, songs, and such from the last 12 months

"...6) BLK ODYSSY, BLK VINTAGE..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

In My World of Disorder, the Top 100 Austin Records of 2021

Kevin Curtin ranks his favorite local releases of the year

"...1) BLK ODYSSY, BLK VINTAGE..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

We Have an Issue: Maybe Youth Isn’t Wasted on the Young

On this week's cover: "10 Bands Under 25 That Make Me Feel Alive"

"...Inside BLK VINTAGE REPRISE: Music Editor Kevin Curtin chats with BLK..."

June 10, 2022 Column by Kimberley Jones

Back-to-School Guide: Stores to Shop Your Way Into Austin Music

Dress for the job you want: stylish scenester – plus recommendations on record shops and instrument stores

"...solid choice of local band merchandise, find manifold options vintage and new below to shop, in person or on..."

Aug. 19, 2022 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

ACL Fest Music Recommendations From Close to Home

Fresh sounds that emanate from the Lone Star State

"...her easy hooks and understated pop impulses. –Doug Freeman Blk OdyssySunday, noon, VRBO stage..."

Oct. 8, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Here Are Your Winners for the 42nd Annual Austin Music Awards

Austin’s favorite albums, artists, and instrumentalists of 2023

"...BLK ODYSSY..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by The Music Team

Qmmunity: Trans Visibility, Y’all

What does trans visibility mean this Trans Day of Visibility?

"...Mama Duke, Chucky Blk, BluMoon Presented by KVRX, this event's got a top-tier..."

April 1, 2022 Column by James Scott

The 2020/2021 Austin Music Awards Came Bearing a Pandemic Stimulus

Hop in the Winner Wagon and see who we surprised with this year's unique awards

"...Sam Houston & Blk Odyssy..."

March 5, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Faster Than Sound: Don’t DM Me, Vote in the Austin Music Poll!

The Austin Music Poll is open all month. Go vote – online!

"...O Sam Houston & Blk Odyssy..."

Jan. 15, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Vinyl Saved My Life Tonight: Record Stores Deliver in a Crisis

Local media emporiums maintain online shipping during C-19 lockdown

"...near mint Powerslave – one never, ever, ever finds vintage Iron Maiden, let alone for $19.99 – not one..."

March 24, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

2018/19 Austin Music Industry Poll Top 10s

Nearly half of this year's Austin Music Poll/Austin Music Awards winners are now known

"...2) Austin Vintage Guitars..."

Feb. 22, 2019 Music Feature

Austin Record Stores for Your Listening Pleasure

Nine shops to satisfy your vinyl urges

"...contain a discerningly curated collection of used genre gems. BLK Vinyl..."

Feb. 4, 2023 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Big Bill, CupcakKe, Echo & the Bunnymen, Blxst, Boris, and more live shows to fill your evenings

"...Camacho-fronted punk trio Pussy Gillette, American dream dissector Chucky BLK, garage-y post-punk patriarchy-squishers Sailor Poon, introspective lyricist Khxnid!, and..."

Aug. 19, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

The 2021-22 Austin Music Industry Awards Winners

"...BLK Vinyl..."

March 4, 2022 Music Feature

Kevin Curtin's Top 100 Austin Albums of 2020

Why stop at 10 when 10 times that still only scratches the surface of year-topping ATX releases?

"...51) Jackie Venson, Vintage Machine..."

Dec. 18, 2020 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin