Getting All Mixed Up with Spiral: An Introduction

Getting All Mixed Up with Spiral: An Introduction

Rinah Miller & Abby McCabe Assistant Music Directors A psychedelic, folky amalgamation of nonsensical fun, Spiral is an indie trio from Austin, Texas, featuring Jade, Magnus, and Andrew, who’ll have you asking, “What was that?” With roots in shoegaze, grunge, and influences from just about everything under the sun, Spiral isn’t concerned about staying within just one genre. Making their debut with the single “Pedro”, Spiral invites listeners to turn […]

May 1, 2026 26 2

Sofia sitting down with Patrick Kindlon at Mohawk in Austin, Texas.

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Interviews

Interview With Drug Church’s Patrick Kindlon

Sofia Slack Music Reviewer After we caught the one and only Drug Church on tour (read our coverage here!), Sofia Slack and Desarey Elizondo Lopez from KTSW 89.9 Radio sat down with Patrick Kindlon of Drug Church, who was still dripping sweat from his performance, for an exclusive interview. The band, formed in 2011, has made a name for itself in the hardcore scene. Throughout the interview, we talk with […]

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Music

Your Declassified SXSW Survival Guide

Ethan McConnell Local Music Director Spring break has been creeping on us being only about two weeks away, and everyone is beginning to plan their activities. You might be going back home to relax with family before midterms, visit South Padre Island along with every other college student, or you might just be staying here in San Marcos. For those who will be nearby or don’t have plans just yet, let me be your guide because your new favorite band is coming down […]

March 1, 2026 126 1

UK rapper Little Simz with a scarf wrapped around her head and black sunglasses on her face. She is singing into a microphone and wearing a black puffer jacket and baggy camo

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Concert Review

2025 is the Year of the Lotus

Emma Paff Music Journalist Walking up to Stubbs Waller Creek Amphitheater, I didn't know what to expect. Little Simz brought her Year of the Lotus tour to Austin this past Tuesday, and while I was unfamiliar with her music, I was looking forward to experiencing something new. The gravel crunched beneath my feet as I journeyed into the venue. Stubb’s has a very rustic and laid-back feel. Vendors were selling […]

November 17, 2025 69 6

Close-up image of fall leaves with 6 Polaroid photos laid on top. Each Polaroid has an image of an album cover. The top three from left to right are Spilligion, THE FALLING MAN, and The Sun’s Tirade. The bottom layer, from left to right, is Too High to Riot and HIDDEN VOICES.

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Music

Fall Into Rap: A Throwback Playlist for Fall 2025

Emma Paff Music Journalist Rap/Hip-hop Fall into Rap: A throwback playlist for Fall 2025 In high school, my favorite thing to do to pass the time was to go for walks. It might sound trivial, but I've always had a hard time disconnecting from my phone. Walking around my neighborhood and nearby streets allowed me some peace and a break from the constant stimulation. Of course, I wasn't fully disconnected […]

November 12, 2025 105 9 2

Vocalist Kadeem France taking the stage.

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Music

Live Laugh Loathe As One

Ethan McConnell Local Music Director When you think of the genre of metal, what comes to your mind? The first thing that comes up are probably artists like, Korn, System of a Down, or Metallica, loud rambunctious sounds by men who love to wear a lot of black. The genre has always been known for its distorted guitars and jumping percussion layered with lyricism of dark themes, creating a […]

October 28, 2025 180 2

The image displays a bright white sign with black, bold lettering saying “PANCHIKO” in all caps, with concertgoers holding out their phones at the bottom and six microphones covering the sign.

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Concert Review

Panchiko’s Dreamy Soundscape at Paper Tiger

Desarey Elizondo Lopez Music Journalist The flashing neon lights and sound of distortion and singing rang through Paper Tiger as shoegaze and dream pop fans gathered around the stage to witness the show of a lifetime. The crowd, sweaty from the opener, ramped up the energy as they prepared to hear the dreamy and hazy sounds of Panchiko for the rest of the night. Panchiko is a group from Nottingham, […]

October 16, 2025 80 6

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Floating Through the Noise: Levitation Recap

Ethan McConnell Local Music Director In the city of Austin, live music is a huge staple in the community. When down there there's an event for almost everyone to enjoy. With events like Free Week, SXSW, and ACL it’s hard to not enjoy the scene. Now with all those bigger events I’d like to bring all you lovely listeners to talk about one of my personal favorite festivals to regularly attend. […]

October 7, 2025 60 12

a full scale shot of the club location showing the size of the crowd for a listening party

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Lonely? Not When He Pulls Up to San Marcos

Ethan McConnell Local Music Director So, picture this, you’re chilling at work Friday and then boom, you get a message from your buddy asking if you’re wanting to see Destroy Lonely at the Marc on Sunday. Your mind races with numerous things. “Destroy Lonely is coming to San Marcos?” “Why the Marc?” “How?” “On a Sunday?” There’s no time to really think so you just respond that you’re all for […]

October 4, 2025 88 2

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