Max Gomez with his lovely “What It Means”
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Walt Wilkins
“Journeyman” usually refers to a seasoned and reliable guitarist or drummer, but what does it mean for a songwriter? In the case of Walt Wilkins,... Read more →
Jesse Winchester’s “Mississippi You’re On My Mind”
The late Jesse Winchester performed his signature ballad at the Belcourt Theater in Nashville, circa 2010. We miss Jesse. We even miss Mississippi a... Read more →
Garage Cocktail Bar
Garage Cocktail Bar is a minimalist respite tucked inside a parking garage. Stainless steel and glass, vodka and gin, hushed conversation. Romance.... Read more →
“A Summertime Graveyard” by Will T. Massey
"In the summertime, the graveyard is the coolest place to... Read more →
The Fabulous Thunderbirds with “Tuff Enuff”
Jimmie V, Kim Wilson and the T-Birds bringing the soul to supper! Happy Saturday,... Read more →
Amanda Shires
Amanda Shires songs are grounded but ethereal, enchanting original work delivered with a husky voice that can suddenly erupt into a bird-like trill.... Read more →
“God Help America” by Jeff Plankenhorn
Jeff wishes America a happy and thoughtful birthday. Onward and upward,... Read more →
Mean Eyed Cat
The Mean Eyed Cat Bar, named after the Johnny Cash song, is one cool bar...located close to downtown Austin and blessed with towering Texas Live Oak... Read more →
New Album from Ray Wylie Hubbard
Ray Wylie will release Tell the Devil I'm Gettin' There As Fast As I Can on August 18, 2017. More gospel from the Philosopher King of Texas. Your... Read more →
“Copperhead Road” by Steve Earle
A young Steve Earle reminds us of the angst of the Vietnam... Read more →
David Ramirez to Release New Album
David Ramirez will release We're Not Going Anywhere in September of 2017. More good stuff from one of Austin's finest young writers. Pre-order... Read more →
Eliza Gilkyson
Few songwriters have achieved Eliza Gilkyson’s poetic soup of inventiveness, gravitas and sheer emotion. Her songs are a flowing literature of joy,... Read more →
BettySoo with the classic “You Don’t Know Me”
BettySoo's gorgeous take on the eternal classic by the legendary Cindy... Read more →
Sam Baker to Tour Europe
If you're hopping the pond this summer, or happen to be tasteful Euro-folk with an interest in Texas music, catch Sam Baker at any number of UK... Read more →
“Down in the Hole” by Jon Dee Graham and the Purgatory Players
A grizzly song by a grizzly man. Jon Dee and the Purgatory Players. Warren Hood sits in on... Read more →
Kris Kristofferson
Kris Kristofferson is a living testament to the ethic of the singer-songwriter. Introspective and gregarious, astute observer of the ebb and flow of... Read more →
Guy Clark
Guy Clark, who left this world on May 16, 2016, was one of the Texas songwriters who made the path and led the way. His work embodies all that is... Read more →
Ray Wylie Hubbard and Jeff Plankenhorn to take Tennessee
Jeff and Ray Wylie will be appearing together in Tennessee this week. On June 17th at the Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint in Marysville and June... Read more →
New Release from Jason Isbell
Jason Isbell has just released The Nashville Sound, his most political foray to date. Ably assisted by spouse Amanda Shires and his go-to band, The... Read more →
Robert Earl Keen with “Gringo Honeymoon”
Robert Earl with his cowboy cross-border nuptial fantasy. We can see the milk green color of the Rio Grande and taste the cold crispness of that... Read more →
Ray Wylie Hubbard
Someone, can’t remember who, once said that Van Morrison was the only musician to have invented a personal emotional equivalent of the... Read more →
Jimmie Vaughan with “Boom Papa Boom”
Jimmie from the way-back with a slice of Austin style rhythm and... Read more →
John Hiatt
John Hiatt was born in Indianapolis, but you'd swear from his lyrics that he was a southern son of Memphis or New Orleans, maybe even Muscle Shoals.... Read more →
“I’m Torn Down” by Freddie King
Freddie gets torn down to the ground when his baby can't be found. We know the... Read more →
“Falling, Falling, Falling” by Ana Egge and The Sentimentals
A meandering journey into the soul of Ana Egge, courtesy of her Scandinavian co-conspirators. These guys are... Read more →
“You Can’t Break My Heart” by Miles Zuniga
Miles performs "You Can't Break My Heart" for Austin Songwriter. If only that were... Read more →
“Scrappy” Jud Newcomb
Lucky for us, natural musicians are drawn to Austin like honeybees to a sunflower. For every writer with a dream and a beat up Martin guitar, there... Read more →
Darden Smith with “The Levee Song”
It's hot out on the levee, even at night. Darden takes us... Read more →
Ana Egge
Ana Egge’s voice pulls from some deep well, somber and strong, calming but bracing. With roots in North Dakota, New Mexico, Austin, and now... Read more →
Jimmy LaFave has Passed
Jimmy LaFave, songwriter, citizen and culture warrior, passed on May 21, 2017. Lived in peace, rest in peace. Goodbye,... Read more →
“Getting Over You” by Stephen Bruton
The great Stephen Bruton teaches us to say... Read more →
“Love at the Five and Dime” by Nanci Griffith
Nanci remembers growing up in... Read more →
“I Shall Be Released” by Jimmy LaFave and friends
Thinking a lot lately about our friend, Jimmy LaFave. Always gives more than he takes. A lot... Read more →
BettySoo
BettySoo writes profound pop/folk with just enough country to makes things comfortable. At once powerful and vulnerable, she handles us like a big... Read more →
“Levelland” by James McMurtry
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Blue Hole Regional Park
Blue Hole Regional Park is a shady paradise in the Hill Country town of Wimberly and boasts 3.5 miles of trails, basketball and volleyball courts, an... Read more →
Patty Griffin’s “You’ll Remember”, Performed by a Compelling Stranger
A beautiful take on a spellbinding song. Thank you, Patty, and our mysterious... Read more →
“Heavenly Day” by Patty Griffin
Patty brings you a little inspiration for your Saturday... Read more →
Steve Earle
Following the 1986 release of Guitar Town, Steve Earle was hailed as the savior of country music. Three decades later, and despite personal detours... Read more →
John Prine to release Book of Life and Songs
The legendary John Prine has released John Prine Beyond Words, a rich collection of songs, photos, thoughts and memories. Check out this portrait of... Read more →
Getting warm in Austin
A cool dip is just around the... Read more →
Mahi Mahi Deluxe
Fish Tacos Downtown. Best fish tacos I ever had at Turf ‘n Surf at the Lavaca Street Bar in downtown Austin. Pretty nice dive bar,... Read more →
“Damaged Goods” by Scrappy Jud and the Resentments
There is no place for a soul recharge like Austin's Saxon Pub on a Sunday night. The Resentments lay down a heaping helping of ironic wit and... Read more →
Hotel San Jose
Hip and contemporary bungalows smack dab in the middle of South Congress, Hotel San Jose is a tranquil haven with lush courtyards and minimalist... Read more →
Jimmy LaFave
Jimmy LaFave has announced that he is terminally ill. Incredibly sad news for all of us, but Jimmy is, of course, facing it with strength and... Read more →
Seth James’ public prayer, “Sweet Lord”
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Joe Ely
In 1977, Joe Ely came blowing out of Lubbock with his first record, Joe Ely, after sowing the early seeds of the High Plains scene with other hardy... Read more →
South Austin Music
Supporting the local music community for 25 years, South Austin Music is an institution for musical instruments and an eclectic place to shop for... Read more →
Eliza Gilkyson at All Saints’
Eliza will appear this Thursday, April 20th, for the legendary Front Porch series at the All Saint's Episcopal Church in Austin. Starts at 7 p.m.,... Read more →
Austin Motel
The Austin Motel is the original Austin motor court in the middle of South Congress. Classic, affordable rooms, turquoise pool, across the street... Read more →
“Without Love” by Ray Wylie Hubbard
Ray Wylie’s simplest ode to love. Enough said. See his austinsongwriter profile... Read more →
Blaze Foley by Sharon Van Etten
Sharon Van Etten remembers the immortal Blaze with a beautiful take on Oooh... Read more →
“Angel from Montgomery” by Ruthie Foster and Bonnie Raitt
Ruthie helps Bonnie with John Prine's "Angel from Montgomery" off the Road to Austin film. Introduced by the legendary Turk Pipkin. Pure, powerful... Read more →