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Music News: When Dr. Cornel West Talks Music, You Listen

Local nonprofit Austin Texas Musicians threw the event, entitled, “The State of the Music Industry”: A Roundtable with Dr. Cornel West which was moderated by the org’s Advocacy & Education Manager Sarah Hall; this roundtable included folks from the scene, including Ray Price, who is on the board of directors and heads the free Notes for Notes recording studio which gives kids interested in music a chance to explore their interests. Also involved were Pedro Carvalho, owner of the Far Out Lounge, Courtney Santana, singer and CEO of domestic violence resource Survive2Thrive, along with Sharon Mays, chief of staff for Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison

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Case CockrellPremiereReview

Single premiere: Big Bill drops new single Ex-Con today in nod to Austin act Smog

Big Bill has released their newest single, “Ex-Con.” The release comes with unveiling the Austin punk act’s upcoming LP, Strawberry Seed, due out June 14. Big Bill is a band that makes a unique event out of every live show, demanding audience participation with inclusive stage presence, pogoing mosh pits, and matching red stage-wear that depicts their distinctive logo and creates a vibe of special occurrences that requires their own regalia

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Michael MalyPreview

Live music preview: Wizard Rodeo festival takes place Saturday at The Longtime

The 2nd installment of the aptly titled Wizard Rodeo takes place this Saturday at the unique event space The Longtime ballpark, located a few miles east of Austin. This Austin-centric music, art, and vibe festival promises to provide a low-key, small-scale festival experience featuring some of Austin’s notable music performers and art vendors.

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