Celeste Quesada Retires From the Austin Music Awards

Creative director led the metamorphosis of the AMAs

"...Celeste Quesada, the hometown event guru who served as producer..."

June 21, 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

"...Somehow, Adrian Quesada remains unimpressed with himself. Yes, things are very good..."

July 15, 2022 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

El Wizard Adrian Quesada's Multiplicity

Ex-Grupo Fantasma guitarist Adrian Quesada diversifies

"...musician, but a performer as naturally cooperative as Adrian Quesada doesn't turn away opportunity easily. That's how he found..."

July 18, 2014 Music Feature by Thomas Fawcett

37th Annual Austin Music Awards Press Conference at City Hall

"...Louis Black, Celeste Quesada and Charlie Sexton..."

Jan. 23, 2019 Photo Gallery

The Austin Chronicle 2018/19 Austin Music Industry Awards at Emo's

"...Celeste and Adrian Quesada..."

Feb. 18, 2019 Photo Gallery

2016-17 Austin Music Industry Awards

"...Adrian Quesada (l), his spouse and AMIA producer Celeste Quesada, and..."

March 7, 2017 Photo Gallery

2014-15 Austin Music Industry Awards

"...AMIA show producer Celeste Quesada..."

March 10, 2015 Photo Gallery

An Austin Music Poll FAQ: Attempting Answers on the 43-Year Tradition

Winner announcements move to print; the party moves to Antone’s

"...few hands on the wheel: After Moser's establishing run, Celeste Quesada, who previously produced the Texas Film Hall of..."

Jan. 5, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

2016-17 Austin Music Awards

"...Margaret Moser presents flowers to AMAs producer Celeste Quesada..."

March 13, 2017 Photo Gallery

Another Sea Change Year at the Austin Music Awards

So much so that even we don't know what to expect!

"...Louis Black – is experiencing its own evolutionary process. Celeste Quesada retired after orchestrating the show since 2014 and..."

March 6, 2020 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Femmes for SIMS Foundation

November 3, 2012. 25 Photos

"...Guitarist and bandleader for the evening, Adrian Quesada plays for chanteuse Jazz Mills..."

Dec. 6, 2012 Photo Gallery

Faster Than Sound: The Austin Music Awards Rise Again

Tickets on sale now for the 40-year tradition, March 8 at Emo's

"...kept me going." In a letter read by wife Celeste Quesada, Best Producer (and Black Pumas guitarist) Adrian Quesada..."

March 4, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Portraits of Austin Musicians With Their Pets During Stay-at-Home

"...Adrian Quesada (Black Pumas) and Celeste Quesada with Ana Empanada (dog)..."

May 7, 2020 Photo Gallery

Playback: The Austin Music Industry Awards Come of Age

Kevin Curtin reverses his “awards are bullshit” stance

"...by effusively lauding AMA director and all-around renaissance lady Celeste Quesada, then stated, "Behind every great woman, there's a..."

March 2, 2018 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

35 Years of the Austin Music Awards

Living in a dream

"...and the long legacy of work she’s done,” says Celeste Quesada, who took over producing the AMAs in 2015...."

March 3, 2017 Features Feature by Doug Freeman

With the Live Music Fund Off the Ground, Commission Brainstorms More Marketing Initiatives

Could a Local Entertainment Promotion Fund take off?

"...Meanwhile, Commissioner Celeste Quesada reminded the group of the power of existing..."

June 5, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

An Intergenerational Vision for the Austin Music Awards

AMA Director Nedda Tehrany wants everyone to see themselves in the show

"...mentor," eventually convinced her. The behind-the-scenes festival vet follows Celeste Quesada's retirement after six years at the helm. Before..."

March 6, 2020 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Austin Music Awards Gallery, 2015-2019

"...Margaret Moser presents flowers to AMAs producer Celeste Quesada at the 35th annual Austin Music Awards, 2017..."

Nov. 26, 2019 Photo Gallery

Austin Music Awards Reveals 2019 Lineup

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

"...both of them indispensable: HAAM and the SIMS Foundation. Celeste Quesada and Louis Black Productions are producing the event...."

Jan. 22, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

David Brendan Hall's Top Photos of 2017

"...Austin Music Awards during SXSW 2017 from AMAs producer Celeste Quesada on March 12, 2017...."

Dec. 30, 2017 Photo Gallery

A New Era for the Austin Music Awards

Voting process expands as show moves to February and off SXSW

"...With Texas benefit concert, returns as musical director and Celeste Quesada as chief organizer...."

Sept. 25, 2017 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Playback: The 2016/17 Austin Music Awards Reveal

"...Rock & Roll Hall of Fame co-founder Jann Wenner; Celeste Quesada – the show's pragmatic organizer with a knack..."

Feb. 17, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

SXSW Live Shot: Austin Music Awards

Sold-out extravaganza reiterates there’s no place like home

"...this year’s 33rd Austin Music Awards, led by organizers Celeste Quesada and house band leader Charlie Sexton, announced “All..."

March 19, 2015 SXSW Post by Doug Freeman

Playback: Behold! The Austin Music Awards

Announcing the 2014/15 Austin Music Awards bill, the 13th Floor Elevators reunite for Levitation, and King Coffey recovers after being struck by a car

"...to handle. That team, led by event producer extraordinaire Celeste Quesada, works for a bigger, faster, smoother award show..."

Feb. 20, 2015 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Austin Chronicle 'Best of Austin' Party

"...Adrian and Celeste Quesada..."

Sept. 18, 2014 Photo Gallery

Gay Place: Welcome to the GAYTX

It's heeeeere: The throng, the buzz, the madness, the Maddow.

"...remiss if we did not recommend highly. It's a Celeste Quesada and Coco Coquette gig. Need we say more?..."

March 8, 2013 Column by Kate X Messer

Gay Place: South Bi Gay Bi

Bedpost, Viva, and 'Get Out of My Crotch' highlight this last week before SXSW madness

"...remiss if we did not recommend highly. It's a Celeste Quesada and Coco Coquette gig. Nuff sed. Thu., March..."

March 1, 2013 Column by Kate X Messer

Tom Petty, Charli XCX, and Demi Lovato Headline SXSW Film 2021 List

Festival drops complete lineup, with 2020 titles getting their shot

"...Cast List: Natalie Morales, Mark Duplass, Desean Terry, Christine Quesada (North American)..."

Feb. 10, 2021 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

2017-18 Austin Music Industry Awards

"...Best Producer: Adrian Quesada..."

Feb. 26, 2018 Photo Gallery

Heart of the City: A Celebration of Soul Benefiting the SIMS Foundation

February 18, 2014. 16 photos.

"...Musical Director and guitarist Adrian Quesada with his wife Celeste, Creative Director & Producer of..."

Feb. 18, 2014 Photo Gallery

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