Texas String Assembly Bassist Barred From In-Airport Performance Because His Name Matched “Known Terrorist”

Momin Ahmad was denied entry by TSA

"...The band was booked at the airport’s Saxon Pub/Asleep at the Wheel Stage at Gate 19 as..."

March 12, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

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

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

"...The Saxon Pub..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by The Music Team

El Tule’s Final Show and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Catch Lucinda Williams, Escuela Grind, or Fleet Foxes’ Robin Pecknold

"...by Derek Udensi Band on the Run 50th Anniversary Saxon Pub, Friday 19..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

The Ameripolitan Awards Return to Austin for Ceremony’s 10th Anniversary

Ray Benson, Augie Meyers, and Flaco Jiménez will be honored Feb. 18

"...Continental Club, C-Boy’s Heart & Soul, Broken Spoke, and Saxon Pub follow in the succeeding days. Unlike the free..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Deerhoof at Wizard Rodeo and More Crucial Concerts This Week

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

"...run $50.  – Rachel Rascoe Courtney Patton, Jamie Lin WilsonSaxon Pub, Friday 1..."

Dec. 1, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Sound Unseen Brings Fugazi, Cyndi Lauper Docs to Austin

Minneapolis-based film fest spotlights local links for Austin leg

"...Night, Nothing Stays The Same: The Story of The Saxon Pub) in the producer's chair for this history of..."

Oct. 19, 2023 Music Post by Richard Whittaker

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

The Gap Band at Juneteenth, Feels So Gay, and more recommended shows

"...– at juneteenthatx.com/festival.  – Raoul Hernandez Dallas Burrow Album ReleaseSaxon Pub, Friday 16..."

June 16, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

SXSW Music 2023: The Best Things We Saw on Tuesday

Bartees Strange, Coco & Clair Clair, plus a PinkPantheress misfire

"...pay at SXSW, and a new partnership between the Saxon Pub and Bluebird Cafe. Also find our recaps of..."

March 15, 2023 SXSW Post by Nayeli Portillo

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Eli Josef's HITW residency, KOOP's Birthday Bash, and free Jackie Venson highlight our recommended shows

"...Saxon Pub, Saturday 4 & Sunday 5..."

Feb. 3, 2023 Music Column by Katie Karp

These Restaurants Have 86’d Service Today

Local dining spots shutter themselves against the weather

"...Saxon Pub..."

Jan. 31, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Ruthie Foster, Booker T. Jones, Kate Kortum, Hyd, and more local shows worth braving the chill

"...a benediction of joyful, truthful, and affirming experiences. The public star ceremony starts at 6pm, with the ticketed full-band..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Music Column by Doug Freeman

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

"...and lessons at this classic spot next to the Saxon Pub on South Lamar...."

Aug. 19, 2022 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Die Spitz, Red Axes, Fiddlehead, Albert Lee, Elsa Cross, and more recommended shows

"...local openers On Being an Angel. – Julian Towers Albert LeeSaxon Pub, Saturday 9..."

July 8, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Better Band Choices

"...gig industry. However, as one to call itself a publication with a “progressive view,” how disappointing once again that..."

June 28, 2022 Postmarks

Meet Me at Waterloo Records: Playing, Shopping, and Encountering Life-Changing Moments at the Heart of Austin Music

Influential Austin characters reminice on 40 years of playing, shopping, and encountering life-changing moments at the heart of Austin music

"...Eddy finally chimed in and invited me to the Saxon Pub to see them that night. Of course I..."

April 8, 2022 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Faster Than Sound: Gary Keller Now Owns West Austin's One World Theatre

Austin music benefactor adds One World to real estate portfolio, alongside Saxon Pub

"...struggling music locale. In 2016, when songwriters' hub the Saxon Pub was slated to relocate from its original home,..."

April 1, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW Music Spotlight: Jackie Venson

The native ATX guitar-slinger's supersonic boom

"...Wednesday, March 16, 12mid, Saxon Pub..."

March 11, 2022 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Mike & the Moonpies lead a stacked Sagebrush bill, plus Joey DeFrancesco, Destroyer of Light, the War on Drugs, Thor & Friends, and Clem Snide

"...and Sabbath Crow thunder first.  – Raoul Hernandez Clem SnideSaxon Pub, Monday 17, 8pm..."

Jan. 14, 2022 Music Column by Doug Freeman

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Bowie and Elvis tributes, Kelly Willis, Kool & the Gang, Unsane, and more live local shows

"...fried! – Kevin Curtin Kelly Willis, Brennen Leigh, Melissa CarperSaxon Pub, Friday 7..."

Jan. 7, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Qmmunity: An Austin Queersgiving

Iron Bear’s turkey dinner and more events to give queer thanks

"...Bash Queer country crooner celebrates. Thu., Nov. 25, 10pm. Saxon Pub, 1320 S. Lamar. fb.com/julieeffinnolen...."

Nov. 26, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

Watch This: David Beck Feels the Breeze on “Window Unit Blues”

“Chill” songwriter attempts to balance out the universe

"...a preview of Saturday’s album release concert at the Saxon Pub, which marks the kickoff of this project in..."

Sept. 1, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Sterling Morrison Birthday Tribute, Being Dead, Rod Wave, Shinyribs, Jason Eady, and Natalie Jane Hill with Julian Neel

"...negative gets you in. – Raoul Hernandez Jason Eady Album ReleaseSaxon Pub, Friday 27..."

Aug. 27, 2021 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Faster Than Sound: Delta Variant Leaves Venues Between a Rock and the Governor's Orders

The latest on music hubs, festivals, and relief funding

"...due to a COVID-19 case among staff isn't cheap. Saxon Pub owner Joe Ables canceled a sold-out Bob Schneider..."

Aug. 13, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Recommended Shows Worth Your Musical Bandwidth This Week

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

"...Saxon Pub, Wednesday 21..."

July 16, 2021 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...Saxon Pub, Saturday 19..."

June 18, 2021 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Denny Freeman, the Graceful Guitarist Who Made Everyone Sound Better, Has Died

Masterful player had a foundational presence on Austin music

"...a staple at Antone’s, the Continental Club, and the Saxon Pub. Recent outfits have been billed as No Name..."

April 25, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Faster Than Sound: Only in Austin: The 2020-2021 Austin Music Award Sweepstakes

Austin Music Poll's 40th anniversary inspires mobile sweepstakes and emotional write-ins

"..."This is like Publishers Clearing House," he said in his front yard. "I'm..."

March 5, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...Hutson gives the EP a livestream release from the Saxon Pub this Friday at 9pm. – Doug Freeman Curtis McMurtry:..."

Feb. 12, 2021 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Faster Than Sound: It’s Now or Never for a Music Venue Preservation Fund

When will the city of Austin give music venues aid to preserve their so-called ‘Live Music Capital’?

"...ATX estimated $40,000 monthly. Other shuttered music sanctuaries like Saxon Pub have yet to receive local assistance...."

Sept. 25, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Local Musicians Perform Remotely for HAAM Day

A wide array of artists played for the health care nonprofit

"...production values, particularly those that featured local venues including Saxon Pub, Historic Scoot Inn, Mosaic Sound Collective, Bud’s Recording..."

Sept. 16, 2020 Music Post by Naomi Brady

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