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Blue October’s lead singer Justin Furstenfeld talks new album, family life

Carlos Garcia October 1, 2016

Houston native Justin Furstenfeld and lead singer of Blue October has been touring with the band’s most recent release, Home. Before their performance this weekend at the Austin City Limits Music...

Jazz Cartier talks about his 360-degree reality video, crazy performances, Wes Anderson-inspired album art

Daisy Wang October 1, 2016

Following the release of his 2015 sophomore mixtape, Marauding in Paradise, Jazz Cartier (alternatively Jacuzzi La Fleur), quickly made himself known in the world of hip hop. In 2016, the Toronto rapper...

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A little bit of everything for the non-ACL goers

Lisette Oler October 1, 2016

If you’re not interested in loud music, sweating crowds or high ticket prices, there are plenty of events you can attend instead of going to the Austin City Limits Music Festival this year. For those...

The Daily Texan recommends ways to get to ACL without Uber and Lyft

Acacia Coronado October 1, 2016

With more than 150 bands and thousands of festival attendees heading to Zilker Park this weekend, traffic will become a problem that could ruin the party. Here are five ways for festival attendees to get...

Six local bands to catch at ACL

Morgan O’Hanlon September 30, 2016

In its 15 years, Austin City Limits Music Festival has expanded to include music’s brightest stars, but organizers haven’t forgotten the local gems that make the festival unique. This year,...

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UT students discuss their ticket-scalping methods

Stephen Acevedo September 30, 2016

Editor’s Note: Some of the names in this story have been changed to protect these students’ identities. As Austin’s biggest music event of the year kicks off this weekend, students...

Q&A: Local instrumental band Balmorhea discusses local music scene and upcoming album

Katie Walsh September 29, 2016

It’s been two years since Michael Muller and alumnus Rob Lowe joined their four bandmates on a stage in their hometown. But the local six-piece instrumental group Balmorhea is back and will perform...

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Austin City Limits Festival announces new additions to this year’s festival

Scarlett Gamiz September 29, 2016

Each year, the Austin City Limits Music Festival brings bigger bands, more fans and heightened accommodations. This year is no exception, with new shopping experiences, improved restroom facilities and...

Six local bands to catch at ACL

Morgan O'Hanlon September 29, 2016

In its 15 years, Austin City Limits Music Festival has expanded to include music’s brightest stars, but organizers haven’t forgotten the local gems that make the festival unique. This year,...

Q&A: Flight Facilities discuss international audiences, their rise to fame

Penn Harrison September 29, 2016

After their breakout 2010 hit “Crave You,” Sydney-based duo Flight Facilities quickly rose to prominence as one of Australia’s most popular electronic dance acts. The Daily Texan spoke...

ACL: Best of the bottom of Weekend One’s bill

Jackson Hawkins September 28, 2016

With big names such as Kendrick Lamar, Radiohead and LCD Soundsystem headlining this year’s Austin City Limits Music Festival, it’s easy to forget there are a host of talented artists at the...

10 concerts under $10 during ACL week

Justin Jones September 28, 2016

For those who aren’t trying to break their bank this festival season, here are 10 concerts around Austin that cost $10 or under.  New Madrid Friday, Sept. 30 11:55 p.m. Stubb’s BBQ...

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