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Local songwriter James McMurtry discusses long-time Austin music career

Matt Robertson July 14, 2015

Local singer-songwriter James McMurtry couldn’t describe what Austin’s skyline looked like 25 years ago — but he could describe what the city’s music scene was like. “We’d...

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Free Austin summertime events to attend this week

Katie Walsh July 13, 2015

Editor’s Note: In this recurring column, writer Katie Walsh outlines free Austin summer events happening each day of the week. Monday, July 13 What: Karaoke Underground Midwest Tour Kickoff Where:...

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Austin music road trip

Cat Cardenas July 13, 2015

The Daily Texan made a map of some of the city's most historic music venues. From Stevie Ray Vaughn’s spontaneous 3 a.m. performances to Hank William’s last song, Austin’s music scene...

Amy Winehouse’s ex-manager and friend discusses biopic “Amy”

Cat Cardenas July 10, 2015

Editor’s note: This Q&A has been edited for clarity and brevity. After Nick Shymansky discovered jazz singer Amy Winehouse when she was 16, he became her manager until 2006. As a friend and...

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Local vendor Soul Rebel Vintage and blog Foxes & Forks tour the West Coast

Jenna Million July 10, 2015

Local fashionista Stephanie Pulido and food-blogger Yvonne Montero are packing up shop in a 1971 camper and taking a little piece of Austin’s soul to the West Coast. On Monday, vintage clothing...

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Local street artists draw from childhood in latest art exhibit “Grounded”

Matt Robertson July 9, 2015

As kids, grounded meant angry parents, broken windows and missed curfews to local street artists Jason Eatherly and UT alumnus Mike Johnston — but, as adults, it means peace and balance. At their...

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Take a look inside music fame with these four rock ‘n’ roll memoirs

Kat Sampson July 8, 2015

It’s not uncommon for a famous musician to name a song after his or her latest muse or write lyrics with double meanings, but it's rare for listeners to understand a song’s full context....

Lil Wayne releases free album via Tidal

Chris Duncan July 7, 2015

Seven years after Lil Wayne’s last quality record, Tha Carter III,  the hip hop artist is attempting to get his career back on track with his latest release, Free Weezy Album. Released Saturday...

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What to know about popular music streaming services

Thomas Boswell July 7, 2015

With the launch of Apple Music on July 30, listeners worldwide will have another option to consider when choosing their music-streaming service. Listeners must decide between established industry leaders...

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Under the Radar: Sailor Poon keeps punk alive in Austin

Emily Gibson July 6, 2015

Punk-rock enthusiasts have grieved the genre’s death since the early ’80s, but Austin-based Sailor Poon are reviving punk dreams of the ’70s.   The band is composed of seven members...

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Free Austin summertime events to attend this week

Katie Walsh July 6, 2015

Editor’s Note: In this recurring column, writer Katie Walsh outlines free Austin summer events happening each day of the week. Monday, July 6 What: Wanderlust Summer at the Springs Yoga Where:...

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Five Austin events to light up your Fourth of July weekend

Thomas Boswell July 3, 2015

Whether you’re looking to spend Fourth of July watching fireworks with family or drinking beer and dancing with friends, Austin has a party for everyone. Check out this list of celebrations to ring...

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