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Weary from a week full of conference calls, e-mail chains, and horrid, evil “working lunch?” Blow off some steam this week by digging live music! This time around, we recommend a local pop star, 80’s-era garage rock, and an extraordinary soul band that’s legendary in the Austin music scene. A full plate of eclectic goodness, courtesy of your friends at The Austinot. As always, listen local! [Read more…]
Coffee and donuts with an upscale yet unpretentious vibe, await you at Bougie’s Donuts (Credit: Bill Tucker)
At some point in life, you have to take a leap of faith. Jump off the ledge and dive into the great unknown. Sometimes it’s a tiny tumble. Other times, it’s a 50-mile plunge.
Bougie’s Donuts is the result of one man’s drop into uncharted waters. With fresh flavor, outstanding coffee, and a heart for the surrounding community, one of the newest players in Austin’s dessert scene is a stand-out winner. [Read more…]
With the temperature dipping to a balmy 92 degrees this weekend, it’s time to escape the AC and hit the town! For your listening pleasure, we’ve picked out an evening of psychedelic progressive, one of our favorite harmony-driven rock bands, and two ladies of the blues playing a classic venue. Dig the weekend, dig the good times, and–as always–dig local live music! [Read more…]
As the calendar tiptoes from July to August, the world around us slips into a heat-induced coma. Everything, that is, except Austin’s local music scene. Exceptional shows are still everywhere, awaiting your patronage. This week, we highlight an upbeat party show, a socially-conscious, female-focused festival, and a band whose heart lives in the crux of the early 2000’s emo scene. Another unforgettable weekend, courtesy of the Live Music Capital of the World. Enjoy the music, and as always, listen local! [Read more…]
Stuck in the middle of 100 degree days, knocking on the door of August, it’s hard to separate from Netflix-binging and air conditioning. But this is Texas, y’all. We’re made of sterner stuff.
This weekend, we’ve picked can’t miss soul/funk, a female-focused rock/country show, and classic country Waylon would respect. Get outside, weather the heat, and–as always–listen local. [Read more…]
Nakia’s wild and varied career has brought him back to his Southern Cousins roots (Credit: Katie McDowell)
Everyone has a story. A tale composed of tiny moments weaving through our day-to-day routines and occasional adventures. The small parts define our past and influence our future.
Austin soul man, Nakia, has a story that has taken him from singing in Alabama churches to NBC’s “The Voice,” and everywhere in between. With his June 29, 2017 reunion with His Southern Cousins at Antone’s, the latest chapter in his tale is a loving nod to an extraordinary past. [Read more…]
In the world of local Austin music, the Red River district is set apart. A tightly clustered neighborhood of eclectic music venues, the area has defined Austin music for generations. It’s also at risk due to rising rent, greater competition, and changing tastes.
In honor of this storied music destination, we’re focusing on the first annual Hot Summer Nights music festival, presented by the Red River Cultural District. The free four-day event features a who’s who of exceptional Austin music across most of the district’s venues. To help sort through the massive lineup, we’ve picked our must-see shows at the festival for the weekend. Enjoy and listen local! [Read more…]
With Independence Day in the rearview mirror and another summer scorcher on the horizon, it’s time to chill out with our weekend concert picks. This time around, we present a high-energy power pop foursome, a “math-folk” act celebrating an EP release, and a rock star turned roots country crooner. Enjoy the weekend and, as always, listen local! [Read more…]
Celis Brewery’s line of brews brings back old school flavors in new, exciting ways (Credit: Jason Babos)
In the ever-expanding world of craft beer, you rarely get a second chance. Fail to gain a foothold in the marketplace, and your brewery could be sunk. Austin’s beer community is as close knit and supportive as a competitive market gets, but if you can’t stand out, you’ll quickly be forced to stand down.
These cold, hard facts make the story of Celis Brewery one for the ages. Like a phoenix reborn, Austin’s first craft brewery has risen from the ashes to reclaim its place among Austin’s beer elite. And it’s doing so with a heart for tradition, family, and old school quality. [Read more…]
This weekend, we celebrate our nation’s independence with live local music with a focus on the rock side of the Austin music scene. Whether you want your holiday weekend chill and mellow, or you feel like rocking out, we’ve got you covered with this week’s concert picks. Enjoy and, as always, listen local! [Read more…]