Wavves brought their King of the Beach tour to Hotel Vegas on August 20. Their career-defining record, King of the Beach is now 12 years old (Wavves were unable to tour the record on it’s actual 10-year anniversary as intended due to the world wide pandemic).
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There’s only one Texas artist who has played more Austin City Limits TV episodes for the Austin PBS show than Lyle Lovett and it’s none other than Willie Nelson. If that says anything about Lovett’s impact on Texas music then he’s a bona fide legend on the television show which set out to feature the unique brand of music Texas artists have been making in the Lone Star state. The man just recorded his 17th appearance on the show and 12th as a solo act last Wednesday at ACL Live at The Moody Theater in downtown Austin.
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Last Monday, Austin music fans who were paying attention to Mas Music’s LEVITATION-style booking at Hotel Vegas were rewarded with standout sets from Italy’s New Candys, Austin act DAIISTAR and Daydream Twins, who opened the show.
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That is why when Resound Presents asked us to co-present some upcoming shows, the L.A. Witch / Blushing bill jumped out at us. Not only are the West Coast garage rockers great live performers, Austin act, Blushing falls right into that same category of mesmerizing live band. The two groups sharing the bill together at the Parish on August 17 is too perfect for us to pass up
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This weekend provides a myriad of opportunities for Austin music fans to catch some great live music but perhaps there is none better than ATX Queer Music Fest set for Saturday, August 6 at Lustre Pearl East. The lineup organizers put together is impressive, featuring a who’s who of Austin LBTGTQA+ music with the addition of LA-based musician, activist and actor Ryan Cassata(first openly gay performer on Vans Warped Tour).
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When The Cosmic Clash learned hard rocking Boulder, Colorado act, Pink Fuzz was coming to Austin this month to open for Black Pistol Fire at Emo’s on Friday, there was a little celebration at our office.
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One of Europe’s most loved music festivals. Primavera Sound Festival in Barcelona has expanded to America. I This year’s Los Angeles dates for Primavera Sound L.A. take place September 16-18 at L.A. Historic State Park.
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Yes, we know it’s hot. It’s been the hottest Summer on record here in Austin. You’re already sweaty, warm and wishing for cooler days, but that’s not gonna come anytime soon. What is coming this Friday to Red River District venue, Mohawk are Austin garage punks, A Giant Dog led by manic stage presence, Sabrina Ellis along with LBGTQA+ performer Caleb DeCasper whose glam rock show is both over the top and sensational.
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Imagine slow dancing in your bedroom, pressed into your partner, lights dimmed low. Austin-based solo artist NOA calls you to strip down your layers to the most vulnerable core. “Slowly” by NOA starts with light, soulful cymbals and whimsical hi hats to prelude chr0niac’s reggae inspired harmonies on electric guitar.
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Austin singer-songwriter, Scott Collins released the video for his song, “Be Alright” yesterday, partnering with The Cosmic Clash to premiere the video on our homepage as our “Video of the Week.”
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This Sunday afternoon BLK Vinyl is hosting a benefit for SIMS Foundation featuring solo sets by Liz Burrito and Geannie Friedman (Semihelix) from 4-7 p.m.. KOOP DJs will also be on hand to spin records while visitors browse the bins at the independent record store tucked away on East 6th Street.
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