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Jekyll & Hyde

Next of Kin: “Jekyll & Hyde” [Live in Studio 1A]

To say Next of Kin have had a successful year would be an understatement. After almost two years of anticipation, our April Artist of the Month released their debut Ep Homemaker in May, punctuated by two sold-out shows at the Continental Club. Since then, they’ve made their ACL Fest debut, modeled for Austin FC’s Live from ATX capsule collection, and were invited to dig through the archives of Texas Monthly.

Next of Kin is rounding out their triumphant year with a New Year’s Eve show at Antone’s joined by Nane, TC Superstar, and Quentin Aspire, presented by KUTX.

Next of Kin: “Jekyll & Hyde”

Alt-country trio Next Of Kin is a new project out of Austin that is bringing cult country back to the local music scene with the premiere of their first-ever single, ‘Jekyll & Hyde’, coming out on streaming platforms today, September 27th. The trio of Caelin, Lili Hickman (of Flora and Fawna), and Madison Baker has been in the works since March 2023. What started as a fun collaboration session quickly became a serious project when they discovered just how unique their harmonies can be.

At the start of Next Of Kin, each member was also pursuing their independent projects and endeavors, leaving Next Of Kin as simply a way to decompress and make music with other respective musicians. Almost instantly, they discovered their different perspectives and genre backgrounds created a strong sound of alternative country with a hint of indie-folk twang. Despite this project being in its beginning stages, their ability to emotionalize storytelling has already gained them a loyal following across Austin, Texas.

Their press release describes their sound, as “as if The Chicks and Maggie Rogers had a brainchild.”  With their eccentric lyricism and scarce mix of genres, Next Of Kin’s “Jeckly & Hyde” is a strong foundation for what tone this brand new project will set. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear ‘Jekyll & Hyde’ live tonight at Continental Club, and keep an ear out for ‘Next Of Kin’, because this is just the beginning.

As of today, ‘Jekyll & Hyde’ is officially out on all streaming platforms. Be sure to check out their show tonight at Continental Club! With a great lineup including Shannon McNally @9:30pm, Next of Kin @11pm, Buffalo Hunt @12:30am.

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