A Look Inside Black Pumas’ Special Performance at C-Boy’s Heart & Soul

Celebrating new album Chronicles of a Diamond back where it all began

"...Homegrown soul rockers Black Pumas returned to their roots Thursday night at C-Boys..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Music Post by David Brendan Hall

Black Pumas Album Review

Black Pumas (ATO)

"...from singer Eric Burton and guitarist/producer Adrian Quesada, Austin's Black Pumas spin the lost soundtrack to a gritty blaxploitation..."

June 21, 2019 Music Feature by Thomas Fawcett

Black Pumas Cap Banner Week with ACL Taping

Lightning in a bottle

"...it hasn’t turned out quite as sweet as the Black Pumas’ last seven nights...."

Aug. 29, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Black Pumas Touch the Sky Live

Packed Stubb’s welcomes ATX superstars to begin sold-out run

"...for selfies and group singalongs. His band, hometown heroes Black Pumas, kicked off a historic five-night run at Stubb’s..."

May 27, 2021 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Black Pumas Score Three More Grammy Nominations

Austinites get looks in Album of the Year and Record of the Year

"...year after earning a Best New Artist nomination, Austin’s Black Pumas today received nods in three categories for the..."

Nov. 24, 2020 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Austin's Black Pumas Land a Best New Artist Grammy Nomination

They’re peers with Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X & Lizzo in marquee category

"...Saturday night residency at C-Boys Heart & Soul, Austin’s Black Pumas this morning earned a Grammy nomination for Best..."

Nov. 20, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Black Pumas’ Eric Burton Bets on Himself

After an abrupt break, Chronicles of a Diamond completely reinvents the band dynamic

"...2014, that he wrote the most serene track on Black Pumas’ sophomore album Chronicles of a Diamond. The lullaby-like..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Black Pumas Backline Lauren Cervantes and Angela Miller Maintain 20 Feet From Stardom – On Purpose

Respect and admiration remains the key to their success as co-frontwomen and backup singers

"...electric harmony duo for Austin's Grammy Award-nominated soul deconstructionists Black Pumas, Cervantes and Miller began their ascent together as..."

May 28, 2021 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Journeyman: JaRon Marshall's Path From Black Pumas to Jazz-Hop Debut

Methodical keyboard maestro lands atmospheric LP earth sounds

"...beshaded, and topped by a yellow wool cap, the Black Pumas member casually tapped his fingers on his ivories..."

April 21, 2023 Music Feature by Michael Toland

Black Pumas Singer Eric Burton Stars in New Sci-Fi Noir Devexity

Luke Lidell-directed short raises questions of real vs. simulation

"...Burton, singer of four-time Grammy nominated psychedelic soul outfit Black Pumas, plays the protagonist Jean – an expansive role..."

Sept. 20, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Black Pumas Inexplicably Cancel All 2022 Dates

Austin's biggest band will "press pause" for rest of year

"...Black Pumas, the most notable band to emerge from Austin..."

Aug. 15, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Last Week in Live Music: Black Pumas, Heartless Bastards, Sweet Spirit, and More

"...favorite photos from last week's local shows. Pictured here: Black Pumas at Stubb's on May 26, 2021..."

May 31, 2021 Photo Gallery

Black Pumas Bring Down the Hammer Behind Powerhouse Singer Eric Burton

The frontman might not admit it, but he's a professional

"...by singer Eric Burton and producer/guitarist/project umbrella Adrian Quesada, Black Pumas are producing a music video for electric psych-soul..."

June 21, 2019 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Crosstalk: Plains Brings Out Hoyt Van Tanner, DIA on Día Centers Live Music Funds, and Black Pumas' Eric Burton Teases His "Own Work"

Austin music news headlines of the week

"...Eric Burton of Black Pumas flubbed the national anthem's lyrics to kick off..."

Nov. 4, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW Music Review: De La Soul/Black Pumas/Leikeli47

Stage barrier can’t contain rock star triad

"...the night, as the barricade proved no match for Black Pumas frontman Eric Burton either. Dressed in all black..."

March 14, 2019 SXSW Post by Thomas Fawcett

Black Pumas’ Unparalleled Four-Show Stubb’s Booking

Three consecutive sold-out shows tacked on another date and catapulted an already unprecedented local success story into another realm altogether

"...Last week, the Black Pumas added a fourth consecutive show to their May..."

Jan. 31, 2020 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

Review: Black Pumas, Chronicles of a Diamond

Side B rises to a bar set mile-high by the band’s golden child debut

"...unheard one: Start at side B. Four years ago, "Black Moon Rising" and "Colors," the two best tracks on..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Black Pumas x 4th Tap, AISD Produce Boxes, Swoop House’s Happy Food, and More Bite-Sized Food News

All the news that's fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...LBJ Early College High School, Blanton Elementary School, and Blackshear Elementary School; Aug. 12: Travis Early College High School,..."

July 29, 2020 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Last Week in Live Music: White Denim, Black Pumas, Godsmack, Annabelle Chairlegs, Tear Dungeon, and More

"...favorite photos from last week's local shows. Pictured here: Black Pumas at ACL Live at the Moody Theater on..."

Feb. 29, 2024 Photo Gallery

Last Week in Live Music: Parker Woodland, Black Pumas, Mamahawk, Queens of the Stone Age, Spiritualized, and More

"...Black Pumas at ACL Live at the Moody Theater on..."

Dec. 11, 2023 Photo Gallery

George Strait, Erykah Badu, Billie Eilish, and Black Pumas Highlight an ACL Fest Heavy on Texas Talent

Miley Cyrus, Megan Thee Stallion, Stevie Nicks & Dababy also top lineup

"...also features a sizable load of Texas talent, with Black Pumas, St. Vincent [weekend 1 only], Dayglow, and Charlie..."

May 20, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Last Week in Live Music: Black Pumas, Jackie Venson, Wild Child, and More

"...favorite photos from last week's local shows. Pictured here: Black Pumas at Mosaic Sound Collective on October 1, 2020..."

Oct. 5, 2020 Photo Gallery

Last Week in Live Music: Vampire Weekend, Black Pumas, Annabelle Chairlegs, and More

"...Black Pumas at the Mohawk on August 23, 2019..."

Aug. 26, 2019 Photo Gallery

Last Week in Live Music: Black Pumas, Kacey Musgraves, Paul Simon, and More

"...favorite photos from last week's local shows. Pictured here: Black Pumas at Antone's on June 8, 2018..."

June 11, 2018 Photo Gallery

Black Pumas x 4th Tap, AISD Produce Boxes, Swoop House’s Happy Food, and More Bite-Sized Food News

All the news that's fit to get your taste buds quivering

July 31, 2020 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Briscoe’s Youthful Americana-Pop Gains Traction

Could this guitar-banjo-sax duo be on a Black Pumas trajectory?

"...record arrived on ATO Records, home to acts like Black Pumas, Alabama Shakes, and My Morning Jacket. In further..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Music Feature by Amber Williams

At SXSW Austin City Limits Reflects on 50 Years

The longest-running music TV show maintains “underdog” authenticity

"...season 50 tapings with the city’s current biggest act, Black Pumas...."

March 12, 2024 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Janie Cowan’s Fascinating Musical Journey Finds Her Playing Alongside Bob Dylan in Shadow Kingdom

Checking in on the one-time Austin bass standout

"...air to great visual effect in the high contrast black and white...."

July 28, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Austin Music Awards Reveals 2019 Lineup

Punk icons, big name scions, viral rappers, and more top the talent

"...the Austin Music Poll. Breakout MC Abhi the Nomad, Black Pumas, now-local punk legend John Doe, and topline ringer..."

Jan. 22, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Adrian Quesada and the Long Path to His First Official Solo Release

Austin's unassuming superstar is a travellin' man

"...has built out a homegrown world-championship-level team as the Black Pumas' player-coach, to use a basketball analogy he would..."

July 15, 2022 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

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