Austin Sound Check

Below are this week’s recommended shows in Austin. This will be my final recommended show listing on Austin Sound Check, as I am leaving b5 Media at the end of April. It’s been just over a year since they asked me to start this blog and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it.
But as my other music ventures have evolved and began demanding more of my time, it seems that this is where I part ways with ASC. Dead Bunny Music is still hopping (rim shot!) and we’ll be announcing new shows and exciting new projects beginning in May. I’m still …read more

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It’s another fantastic week to be a music junkie in Austin, with excellent local and roadshows throughout the week.
Local highlights include Death is Not a Joyride, a free Carolyn Wonderland performance at Blues on the Green, my favorite local metal band, Prey for Sleep and the extremely prolific, indie darling Haunting Oboe Music.
Friday night is the highlight of this week’s roadshow roster, with Aesop Rock bringing progressive hip-hop to Emo’s and Sarah Bettens (ex-K’s Choice) performing at Momo’s. I’ve got a pair of tickets to giveaway to the Momo’s show. Click over to the original post for more info on …read more

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This week, I’ve got a good free show for you. IHeartComix is bringing Franki Chan & Co to Beauty Bar. RSVP information is also below. My local pick of the week has to be the Full Service / Muchos Backflips show at Flamingo Cantina on Saturday. It’s no secret I love Full Service. Combine that with Muchos Backflips and one the best downtown venues around… well it’s an irresistable combination. See you there!
Monday 6/23
Franki Chan, Radio Clit, Drop The Lime (IHeartComix Party – Free with RSVP) @ Beauty Bar
Tuesday 6/24
Voodoo Glow Skulls, Al Shire & The Henchmen & The …read more

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