Wednesday, April 29, 2026
The Cosmic Clash

Mean Jolene

"Private Plane"

Reviews

Eyehategod Little Darlin Justin Clark
Live MusicReviewRobert Dean

Live music review: Eyehategod at Little Darlin 10th Anniversary

Robert Dean

Thanks to the power of social media, bands like Crowbar and Eyehategod are drawing bigger crowds than they have in years—and honestly, good for them. Get that bag, dudes. You earned it. Somehow, the algorithm has decided the ultra-heavy hardcore riffs of the two New Orleans kingpins are worth worshiping, and the clips are endless; people talking about how chaotic EHG is and how gnarly Crowbar riffs are. And it’s not just old head nostalgia. The kids are showing up. And they’re selling venues out. The two bands went out on the road together, and if the show Sunday, April 26 at The Little Darlin’ is any indication, those rooms are filling up fast. Radio-friendly Metallica these bands are not.

Goose 2 Moody Center 2026 Drew Doggett
Case CockrellLive MusicReview

Live music review: Goose wrapped Spring tour in Texas

Case Cockrell
Lamb of God Moody Amp Justin Clark
Live MusicReviewRobert Dean

Live music review: Lamb of God played Moody Amp for Into Oblivion Tour despite storm

Robert Dean
Song premiere: Austin music scene veterans Mean Jolene drop single Private Plane today
Mike CosmicPremiereReview

Song premiere: Austin music scene veterans Mean Jolene drop single Private Plane today

Mike Cosmic Cota
Berlin Sessions
Greg AckermanReview

Album review: Brownout released lush new Berlin Sessions LP

Greg Ackerman 1252 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

Austin Latin funksters Brownout have returned with a full-length album of lush, original songs entitled Berlin Sessions. The record is the first collection of original tunes since Oozy (2012). The album’s moniker comes from capable producer, Steve Berlin (Los Lobos) who has also produced Brownout’s better known sister act, Grupo Fantasma. Released on March 6 on Fat Beats Records, the record is the first of the band’s to feature their Black Sabbath cover project, Brown Sabbath’s vocalist Alex Marrero.

Read More
Waylon Willie and friends
Greg AckermanOpinion

Essay: Country Music Doesn’t Suck, You Just Aren’t Listening to the Right Stuff

Greg Ackerman 4227 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

First things first, I loathe pop-country. Even trying to explain how much I want to be thrown into a cornfield Goodfellas-style whenever Sam Hunt or Jason Aldean comes on feels like it doesn’t do justice to my description. When it comes to real country music? Inject that shit directly into my veins, because you put on some classic George Jones or Hank Williams, I’m there all day for it.

Read More
The Cuckoos
Brian HillsmanReview

Album Review: The Cuckoos recently released debut LP I Hate Love

Brian Hillsman 1431 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

Young and fast-rising Austin band, The Cuckoos, recently released their debut album I Hate Love, a sizzling synthesis of varied, classic genres that intrigues and energizes the listener. Heavy synth, classic rock instrumentation and unmistakable, rock n roll vocals, make this record an instant Austin classic, propelling the group to premier status as far as we’re concerned.

Read More
Mike CosmicReview

New Music Review: Austin Acts Color Candy, March and Beauty Drop New Records

Mike Cosmic Cota 1102 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

Get ready for a flood of new music with Color Candy’s new album “Something, Somebody” along with March and Beauty’s single “World Made Sense.” Both bands celebrated their new releases at Cheer Up Charlie’s on Wedenesday, March 4.

Read More
Brian HillsmanReview

Live Music Review: An Historic Evening With Scarface at Antone’s

Brian Hillsman 1702 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

On Friday, February 22, hip-hop icon Brad Jordan, famously known as Scarface, performed memorable, classic songs from his extensive catalog at Antone’s Nightclub.  The fabled South Houston native has been a highly-respected force of depth and integrity in the rap game since the late 80’s.  At Antone’s, fans witnessed Jordan not only rhyming in front of a live band, but participating with the instrumentation via lead guitar for several numbers.

Read More
Andy Shauf
Brian HillsmanReview

Live Music Review: Andy Shauf at Mohawk on Valentine’s Day

Brian Hillsman 1230 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

On Valentine’s Day, Canadian singer-songwriter and musical auteur Andy Shauf played Austin’s Mohawk, delivering his unique brand of folk to the Red River District.  The soft-spoken lyricist wowed a sold-out venue in an ease-inducing performance that infatuated a sold-out venue of folk fans.

Read More
LiveReviewScott Rollins

Live music review: Texas legend Lyle Lovett played Beaumont’s Jefferson Theatre

Greg Ackerman 2042 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

The Jefferson Theatre was privileged to host Lyle Lovett and His Acoustic Group on February 10. The theatre, located in Beaumont, Texas is designated a Texas Historical Landmark and it’s listed on The National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1927, the storied venue features an 8-Rack Morgan Organ. The Jefferson once hosted the premiere of  classic film “It’s a Wonderful Life” with star Jimmy Stewart and director Frank Capra in attendance. It was the perfect place to host an equally storied Texas musician.

Read More
My Cruddy Valentine
Greg AckermanPreview

Live music preview: My Cruddy Valentine at Far Out Lounge Feb 14

Greg Ackerman 1274 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

Valentine’s Day can be a drag. If you’re in a relationship, you feel obligated to get your partner candy, cards, flowers, dinner, the whole ball of wax. If you’re not hanging out with anyone during the holiday then it can be a source of stress or at least mildly annoying. The Cosmic Clash along with Dad Presents and Covert Curiosity are taking care of all those details for you this year by booking and planning a great night of live music, performance art and vendors February 14 at Far Out Lounge and Stage.

Read More
AlbumMike CosmicReview

Album Review: The synth vibes of new Dena Hope record In Transit

Mike Cosmic Cota 1305 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

The local electronic music scene has expanded rapidly with a raft of female powered acts dotting the landscape. Synth-popster Dena Hope is one of the latest artists to hit the Austin scene. Joining local acts who have already adopted the expanding genre, Hope brings her own artistic vision with likes of Austin acts Primo the Alien, Flora and Fawna, and Dossey.  Her latest endeavor the “In Transit” EP set to release on January 31

Read More
Eye Can See album art
AlbumBrian HillsmanReview

Album review: Cosmic Chaos “Eye Can See” release show set for Feb 5

Brian Hillsman 1703 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

Psych rockers Cosmic Chaos have been a prominent fixture on show rosters around Austin recently. Those lucky enough have seen them live understand the intense energy they bring to the stage. The band is  steeped in the local music scene, hosting a series of regularly-scheduled showcases themed The Acid Test.  In addition to their live music efforts, Cosmic Chaos has been busy recording their first full-length album, Eye Can See  which will see its release February 5 at Cheer Up Charlies.

Read More
The Blowies
Greg AckermanPremiere

Song premiere: The Blowies new single There May Never Be Another X-Mas

Greg Ackerman 1175 Views ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  ,  , 

Austin pop-punks The Blowies have released a timely single, “There May Never Be Another X-Mas (All I Want for X-Mas is Impeachment) as the U.S. House of Representatives have voted to send two articles of impeachment of President Trump to the Senate for trial. The fact that it’s done in classic garage punk style fits the raw, unrefined approach of President Trump. It’s the right genre for a radical political crisis.

Read More