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Five Minutes With Hailey Sandoz, Entertainer, Fiddler, Singer, Composer & Texan

by Bob Valleau on December 11, 2018

Hailey Sandoz is a Texas-bred musician who follows a less-trodden path amongst millennials. Her music is rooted in western swing, bluegrass, jazz and Celtic music. This remarkable young musician captures the attention of audiences, young...

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#MusicMonday: Reyna is Aloft’s Rising Star

by Rhonda Jenkins on December 10, 2018

Austin’s Aloft hotel has become a neighborhood spot that is locally relevant and encourages both Austinites and visitors to play and stay at this spot in the beating heart of downtown. No wonder then that,...

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#Music Monday: 15 Ways To Relive UTOPiAfest 2018

by Hannah Varnell on November 5, 2018

UTOPiAfest recently celebrated its 10th anniversary of gathering music, community and nature enthusiasts for one amazing weekend. Combining the things we all love about music festivals, and minimizing the rest, UTOPiAfest is a total experience,...

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October Surprises | ACL Fest Weekend 2

by Daniel Ramirez on October 11, 2018

It’s important, when crafting the ultimate playlist, to follow some rules. Nick Hornby’s “High Fidelity” and its subsequent film (and forthcoming series!) get close to a definitive set. “You gotta kick off with a killer,...

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6 Reasons You Must See Travis Meadows Live

by Britni Rachal on October 8, 2018

Hit songwriter Travis Meadows is touring with his latest release First Cigarette (Blaster Records). The new album features Meadows' unflinching candor and peerless songwriting. After hearing him at Austin’s Saxon Pub recently, here’s why we think he’s...

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Your Austin City Limits Music Festival Cheat Sheet (Weekend One)

by Daniel Ramirez on October 2, 2018

(Photo Credit: Charles Reagan Hackleman) It is almost time. The stages are set up and the park has been sealed. Supplies are purchased and lineup changes made on the fly. Everything is ready for a...

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A Magical Place: Lucius at the Texas Theatre in Dallas

by Daniel Ramirez on September 27, 2018

Just past a line of insurance providers, a few pawn shops, a low-cost optical storefront or two, and more than a few convenience stores – all vibrant with neon-colored window signs in Spanish, vying for...

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A Great Concert Experience, Plus Fun for a Family Weekend

by Gabi De la Rosa on September 24, 2018

With easy access to downtown, and upwards of 50 concerts a year, the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion has become a favorite destination for Houston concertgoers. Located in The Woodlands, the performing arts venue is also...

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5 Reasons Why River City Rockfest 2018 is a Must-Do

by Brian Maass on September 18, 2018

San Antonio’s River City Rockfest is known for bringing in the biggest rock bands, and this year is no exception. Industry rock legends Nine Inch Nails will be the headliner Sept. 22 of what many...