17 Texas Artists to See at ACL Fest

Lone Star acts to catch at Zilker, from Houston breakout d4vd to Austin’s Die Spitz

"...the singer's expanded since her beginnings with Austin-based label Keeled Scales. August single "Cubic Zirconia" swells with staccato synths..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Music Feature by Nayeli Portillo

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Aubrey Hays, Rod Gator, and the Bright Light Social Hour headline our recommended shows

"...Jordan Matthew Young at Copper Shot Distillery and a Keeled Scales artist showcase at Astro Record Store. Wepa Cumbia..."

Sept. 22, 2023 Music Column by Angela Lim

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

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

"...But since it's a work of the San Marcos-based, Keeled Scales-approved singer-songwriter, who's also involved in various environmental causes,..."

July 28, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Pride in Local Music, Brownout's 20th, the Late Joys' farewell, and more live music

"...Presley is best recognized these days as head of Keeled Scales, the local imprint with a consistent ear for..."

June 23, 2023 Music Column by Doug Freeman

Otis Wilkins & Jake Lloyd’s Rock Star Collab and Four More Songs from Austin Artists

New music picks from More Eaze, promqueen, Being Dead, and RF Shannon

"...album, Red Swan in Palmetto, out May 26 via Keeled Scales, plays both expansive and insular, chronicling the songwriter's..."

April 21, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

2022/2023 Austin Music Awards Winners

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

"...Nominees: (iN)Sect Records 12XU Keeled Scales Nine Mile Records Best Recording Studio: Arlyn Studios..."

Feb. 26, 2023 Music Post by James Renovitch

Get Your Tickets for the 41st Annual Austin Music Awards

"...Sabrina Ellis; Kelly Willis, Brennen Leigh, and Melissa Carper; Keeled Scales Family Band featuring members from Good Looks, the..."

Feb. 17, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Jane Leo, a Sharon Jones tribute, a Genuine Joe fundraiser, and more recommended shows

"...single "Mesmerize" as they prep an upcoming sophomore LP. Keeled Scales provides between-set DJs to keep the mood.  –..."

Feb. 10, 2023 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

We Have an Issue: Last Week to Vote in the Austin Music Poll (Plus Some Exciting News About the Austin Music Awards)

Tickets are now on sale, and a pretty stellar performer lineup is announced

"...Sabrina Ellis; Kelly Willis, Brennen Leigh, and Melissa Carper; Keeled Scales Family Band featuring members of Good Looks, the..."

Jan. 27, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A tribute to tattoo legend Shanghai Kate, Hi How Are You Day, and Karima Walker highlight our recommended shows

"...Over nearly a decade, local imprint Keeled Scales has built a roster of provocative and eclectic..."

Jan. 20, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

The Lemon Twigs, Obongjayar, the Zombies, and Ambré Added in SXSW 2023’s Second Lineup Drop

With a whopping 301 musical artists

"...Louisiana folk of Renée Reed, supported by local label Keeled Scales...."

Dec. 7, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW 2023 Announces Thao, Armani White, Blondshell, and Otoboke Beaver

Among 191 acts on the festival’s first artist list

"...County, TC Superstar, Tribe Mafia, and locally-launched, New York-relocated Keeled Scales act Why Bonnie...."

Oct. 19, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Sean Wheeler, a KVRX house party, the Southside Psychout, and two Hole in the Wall extravaganzas

"...Wimberley. Also on the folk-minded end, there's beautifully frayed Keeled Scales soloist Twain, minimalist saw-incorporating wizards Little Mazarn, and..."

March 11, 2022 Music Column by Gary Lindsey

The 2021-22 Austin Music Industry Awards Winners

"...Keeled Scales..."

March 4, 2022 Music Feature

What We're Listening to Right Now

Nakia, Sun June, Norman BA$E, Good Looks, 8½ Souvenirs, and more local sounds worth seeking out

"...a sienna sunset. In a glimpse of their upcoming Keeled Scales album, Bummer Year, the folk-rock quartet boasts a..."

Jan. 28, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

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

Kevin Curtin ranks his favorite local releases of the year

"...8) Sun June, Somewhere (Keeled Scales/Run for Cover)..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Faster Than Sound: Levitation Returns for Halloween Weekend

A conversation with Botany and other cross-genre recs

"...Joint effort with local Keeled Scales and Boston-based Run for Cover, wistful Austin pop..."

Oct. 22, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: The Fall Music We Always Talked About

Music columnist returns to two major venues and a new one

"...Buck Meek, whose solo work lands on Austin label Keeled Scales...."

Sept. 24, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Recommended Shows Worth Your Musical Bandwidth This Week

Lomelda, Katy Kirby, and Christine Renner lead the live pack

"...pandemic-albums-to-see-live list. The frankly affirming LP from local imprint Keeled Scales serves up a raw, refreshing whirlwind of folk..."

July 16, 2021 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Faster Than Sound: Spoon Returns On Full Blast

Reigning local rockers' surprise show at Mohawk and more music news

"...Wheel, and Half Price Books alongside local labels Polyvinyl, Keeled Scales, Nine Mile, Austin Town Hall, the Next Waltz,..."

July 9, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: Captain Quackenbush’s and Outer Heaven Disco Club Make COVID-Delayed Debuts

New musical hubs launch in former Strange Brew and Dozen Street spaces

"...After Alexalone, Keeled Scales folk player Twain showed off the turquoise space's..."

July 2, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...sophomore album Somewhere. Via an Austin/Boston label collaboration from Keeled Scales and Run for Cover, that proves a fitting..."

Feb. 5, 2021 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Faster Than Sound's Musical Top 10s of 2020

Eleven lists of Austin's best releases, theme songs, livestreams, creative pivots and more.

"...3) To the People of the Land (Keeled Scales)..."

Dec. 18, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

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?

"...33) Will Johnson, El Capitán (Keeled Scales)..."

Dec. 18, 2020 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...dreamy indie, and an expected 2021 follow-up from the Keeled Scales and Run for Cover imprints follows suit, a..."

Sept. 18, 2020 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re playing

"...band's psychedelic swoon with continued support from homegrown outlet Keeled Scales. Balladic "Acid Wash" rides waves of lovesick yearning..."

June 5, 2020 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Faster Than Sound – Beerland & Beyond: The Year in Music News

Squeezing out the decade's end in local music headlines

"...6) Jordan Moser, Long Night (Keeled Scales)..."

Dec. 20, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Twain

"...Davidson offers up his second release for local imprint Keeled Scales. Adventure unfolds progressively more mellow than 2017's notable..."

Dec. 13, 2019 Music Review by Doug Freeman

The Deer

"...on this country-swirled indie rock debut for local imprint Keeled Scales. Toughened by a darker shade of Rowland's guiding..."

Nov. 22, 2019 Music Review by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: Falling Into Levitation

With a new autumn time slot, Levitation finds footing as a Downtown “gaggle of bands,” Angel Olsen chimes in on new album All Mirrors, and more music events

"...In fact, alongside local hubs Keeled Scales and Nine Mile, Adams has discovered new labels..."

Nov. 1, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

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