By Bridget Holt Music Journalist Formed in 1979 by spoken word artist, musician, and undisputed punk legend, Jello Biafra– most notably recognized for his work as the frontman of acts such as Dead Kennedys', Lard, and Jello Biafra and the Guantanamo School of Medicine– San Francisco’s Alternative Tentacles has been a household name in the punk community for over 45 years, having released material from Black Flag to Wesley Willis, […]
By Lillian Jones Local Music Director Hearing the name “The Dallas Cowboys”, fellow Texans are expected to be met with the previously fantastic, recently mediocre football team. However, you might be met with two dudes from NYC in Batman masks jumping around and screaming their hearts out in front of a crowd of rambunctious music lovers. When on stage (or on solid ground of a creaky house), Aiden Gilbert […]
Lillian Jones Local Music Director For me and other Austin residents, the last seconds of 2024 were counted down to the sound of “Slide” by Feeble Little Horse and then 2025 began! Seeing the Pittsburgh based band live on New Year’s Eve was a whole new experience compared to blasting their music in my car. Specifically getting to see lead vocalist and bassist, Lydia Slocum perform. She donned a handmade […]
Abby McCabe Local Music Journalist As the breakthrough of spring reveals its fresh face from deep within the earth, grey skies are frequent and my mood is somber. The lingering darkness from winter leaves many, including myself, with feelings of inconsolable discomfort and existential dread. During this time, I opt for a sound that caters to my feelings, especially beneath clouded skies. I find myself eager to do the […]
Ethan McConnell Music Journalist Hurry Up Tomorrow: A Farewell to The Weekend All good things must come to an end, whether it be for better or worse. Some artists rise to fame, create music, and tour, entertaining fans for years. Some artists reach bitter old age, while others come across unexpected detours that pull them away from the stage and studio. Shoot, some even disappear without a word, leaving fans in a state of delirium, […]
Carissa Argumedo Music Journalist Bidding Winter Goodbye: The Soundtrack of Spring’s Arrival Spring is a reawakening of sorts, a renaissance or rebirth of life after enduring hibernation for months. The shift into spring shines in every aspect of our lives. The colors of our clothes change from hues of black, and gray to vibrant pastels and neons. We stop ordering hot teas or coffees and instead load our drinks with […]
Lillian Jones Local Music Assistant South by Southwest (SXSW) has been an ongoing festival in Austin, TX since 1987 including conferences, film screenings and music showcases. The music showcases are featured all across town from Red River St. venues to hotel lobbies to lounges up north. With being such a busy and chaotic festival, sometimes the hustle and bustle of official SXSW showcases can become overwhelming. This is where […]
By Riley Watkins Music Journalist Two decades after its release, Imogen Heap’s “Headlock” has reached Billboard’s Hot 100 for the first time ever. The sudden rise in popularity for the track comes from the song’s usage in TikTok edits of the videogame Mouthwashing. This is the first solo song from Heap to crack the list, which is an unneeded milestone for an already illustrious career. “Headlock” is the opening track […]
By Lillian Jones Local Music Assistant Waking up to a gray and slightly humid sky on Sunday, February 16th was the perfect way to begin my day that would end with seeing Chat Pile. Chat Pile is a four-piece from Oklahoma City that makes music that can best be described as grotesque, guttural and maybe a little mysterious. My introduction to the group was through their God’s Country album with […]
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