Austin Sound Check

The music in Austin is always good, generally speaking. But every now and again there are times when the good music is lined-up night after night and I’d like to get on my knees and thank the music gods for the gift that is this fabulous music scene.
This is one of those weeks.
Tuesday 2/17
…And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead @ Waterloo Records (5pm, free instore)
You’ll be at Waterloo picking up Trail of Dead’s new album anyway, so why not check them out a free in-store performance? Get there early as it will fill up quickly.
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After the one two punch of New Years and Free Week, things have returned to normal for Austin music. High quality local music and roadshows abound this week.
My local highlights this week include the Pop Americana stylings of Tiny Tin Hearts and INsite Night at Stubb’s featuring Driver F, Zlam Dunk, Spin Alley and Downsiid. Yo Majesty and Floetry spice things up at Mohawk for this week’s best roadshow. Full recommendations below for your inspection.
Monday 1/12
Tiny Tin Hearts @ Momo’s
A truly unique pop Americana experience you aren’t likely to find elsewhere.
Wednesday 1/14
Electric Touch and The Boxing Lesson @ Emo’s
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The calendar this week is strikingly void of big roadshows, but fear not! The music is always alive and well in Austin. Lots of talented locals are taking the stage this week and I’ve got a list of only the finest handpicked homegrown goodies.
Monday 12/15
Murdocks @ Trophy’s
A three piece power pop act that packs a punch. BYOBottle to Trophy’s. They’ll sell you setups (and beer & wine) while you rock out to The Murdocks.
Dan Dyer @ Momo’s
I wasn’t going to recommend Dan Dyer again this week, but I’m calling out my friend Lee from I Love Beer. No excuses to …read more

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