Austin Music Minute

June 6, 2023

I Don’t Know My Words

Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Anand Wilder (Yeasayer) released his debut solo LP I Don’t Know My Words last year, a revelatory glimpse into his existence during the pandemic. During his isolation, memories of the music he grew up with – Cat Stevens, The Beatles – songs that his mother played at the house, came flooding back. […]

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June 5, 2023

I Want More

This is not goodbye forever. It’s merely a relocation. At least, it is for those of us who deeply appreciate Jim Eno‘s work behind the scenes, and undoubtedly the vital role he’s played in an incredible band with a reach far beyond Austin. The AMM’s just gonna be blunt and say: It sucks when one […]

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June 3, 2023

Raving Ghost

No shortage of shreds where Olivia Jean is concerned. The multi-talented songwriter/vocalist/multi-instrumentalist shows no mercy on guitar. And the shreds are mighty. Badass. Turn up Jean’s latest release Raving Ghost and you’ll feel ’em by the dozens. For your AMM host, it began with some wise ass informing your host in condescending tones: “Um, haven’t […]

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June 2, 2023

So Hawt

The AMM’s enthusiasm runneth over. Austin four-piece Ladyfang brings a bunch of everything to their new self-titled LP with spectacular cosmic flair; pulsing synth, dance pop, glittery glam and rock all have a place at the table. Their second album was recorded at The Bubble Studios, with producers Chris “Frenchie” Smith and Brett Marcom guiding […]

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June 1, 2023

Pride Beginnings

PRIDE is something Cheer Up Charlie’s celebrates year round, so think of tonight’s Pride Beginnings showcase as something extra, and equally as badass. And seriously, it looks as if the Austin Music Minute requested to book this fabulous all-local line-up: Flyer Club, Batty Jr. (“DO A U E!” is featured on today’s AMM), Young Little […]

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May 31, 2023

Chief In Charge

Jalesa Jessie is a boss. If you don’t know, it’s Chief Cleopatra the AMM is talking about. The KUTX Artist of the Month alumnus and recent Sonic Guild 2023 grant recipient nominee made a big debut with the EP Luna (2022), featuring Walker Lukens as producer, and Curtis Roush and Jack O’Brien (The Bright Light […]

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May 30, 2023

Sagebrush Wednesday

Make note of this incredible night coming up at Sagebrush tomorrow, Wednesday May 31:

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May 29, 2023

Last Tuesday

This special event is actually on the last Tuesday of each month – hence the name, but this is more than a party. Twelve Rivers Presents: Last Tuesday is a community celebration elevating voices and manifesting all the good vibes for a great cause. Last Tuesday supports the work of DAWA, a local nonprofit empowering […]

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