Shows: Jackie Venson album release @ the Paramount
When you know you’re in the building for one of the greatest moments of an artist’s young life, and that artist bleeds that appreciation for the […]
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Shows: The Revivalists @ ACL Live
The rare times you encounter them, eight-piece rock bands are something to behold. You find yourself casting your eyes around the whole stage, wondering whether everybody […]
SXSW 2019: Some favorite (first) shows
As usual, South by Southwest was exhausting, hard on the feet and easy on the ears. This year — once again roughing it on the […]
Austin Music Awards 2019: Recapping the Anti-Oscars
Last week, I sporadically watched the Academy Awards. You know: In for the first 20 minutes, off to Netflix for “Schitt’s Creek” and other higher-quality TV, pop […]
Austin Music Industry Awards: Waterloo’s reign continues
It’s a dynasty the New England Patriots would envy. Six championships in 18 years? Try 37 in 37. The Austin Music Awards are in their […]
Shows: Regrettes, Welles and Micky James @Antone’s
Led by 18-year-old Lydia Night, L.A.’s Regrettes are something of a garage rock wonder, tackling feminism and other progressive themes with a refreshing directness. Whether […]