Welcome to the weekend, Austinites. The weather’s finally turned beautiful and ACL Music Fest is behind us. Time to return our gaze to the local music scene. This weekend, we recommend a critically-adored indie band, classic blues, and harmony-driven dream-pop. Hurrah for Austin, music, and our vibrant scene. Listen local! [Read more…]

As the city braces for Weekend Two of ACL Music Fest, many locals prefer to avoid the festival altogether. Luckily for those on the outside looking in, there’s plenty of fine music to experience this weekend. To satiate your hunger, we present smooth jazz in a classic setting, an Austin legend playing a post-ACL show, and an evening of eclectic, head-bobbing music. Whatever you do, enjoy the weekend and listen local! [Read more…]

Time to give September one last hurrah as we officially slip into October and Austin fall. With major festivals like ACL and Sound on Sound on the horizon, now is a good time to whet your appetite with awesome local music. This week we feature a pysch rock LP release party, an evening of Americana, and a masked duo that specializes in pounding, pulsing electronic music. Listen local, my friends! [Read more…]

With another week approaching its conclusion, we turn our gaze to the weekend’s horizon. It’s almost here, party people, so start making plans! This week, Austin serves up a ’60s-era girl group, a two-day festival designed to excite the hippie in all of us, and a Hurricane Harvey benefit packed with quality music. Listen local, my friends! [Read more…]

Hungry for a weekend full of live, local music? Congrats! You live in the best possible city for just that. This weekend, we recommend a fresh-faced folk singer, a soul/R&B man celebrating a new record, and an alt-rock veteran of the Austin music scene. Plenty to choose from here in the Live Music Capital of the World. Enjoy, and–as always–listen local! [Read more…]

Regardless of when you read this, welcome to the weekend! With September in full swing, we turn our attention to school, UT football, and live local music. This week, we bring you an indie rock band’s record release party, deep cut head trip alternative rock, and a duo that specializes in songs from the Roaring 20’s. Have fun, be safe, and listen local! [Read more…]

With the tragedies surrounding our Texas neighbors, it may feel odd to strike out and enjoy live, local music. But we can actually take a breather while supporting those in need. This weekend, we present you with a benefit for the victims of Hurricane Harvey, a festival chock-full of Austin’s finest, and an exceptional county/funk artist. Stay strong, stay safe, and stay local. [Read more…]

Just a few hours from now, we’ll be able to break free from our work week bonds and escape into three days of live music. This time around, we bring you a psychedelic two-pack, a local legend’s release party, and horror pop blues. Enjoy the weekend, and–as always–listen local in Austin! [Read more…]

With another week in the books, it’s time to kick back and plan a weekend full of musical fun. This time around, we present you with charming Americana, moody 80’s synth, and an inspiring rock band’s EP release. Enjoy the weekend and–as always–listen local! [Read more…]

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…]