Upon first listen, Taylor Swift’s new album, THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT appears rushed. Referring to her lover as a “tattooed golden retriever” after singing they declared, out of all people,...

Jelly Roll returns to the Country Music Television Awards in style. The rising star repeated his three-award win from last year, taking home CMT Performance of the Year, Male Video of the Year and Video...

Growing up hearing her family’s stories of living in Akkar, a border village between Lebanon and Syria, inspired artist Tania El Khoury to save these memories through interviews with her late grandmother...

As visitors walk into the Blanton Museum of Art’s “Anni Albers: In Thread and On Paper” exhibit, in front of them sits the eight-harness weaving loom used by German weaver and printmaker Anni Albers....

Kacey Musgraves found her shine again. Following the release of her 2021 album Star-crossed, inspired by a breakup, the Texas-born singer gets back on her feet with Deeper Well, unveiling her healing journey...

When The Daily Texan last talked to Dr. Kevin Foster, associate professor of African and African Diaspora Studies and producer of “Blackademics TV” in 2015, “Blackademics” was preparing to premiere...

Student creativity came to a head in UT’s Theatre and Dance department when M.F.A. students had the opportunity to put on productions that showcase their talent and passions.   UT Theatre and Dance’s...

When alumna Renuka Jayasinghe came to UT as a physics major, she realized her true calling: music. She joined the UT Jazz Ensemble as a saxophonist in her sophomore year and decided to switch her major...

On Sunday, a sold-out Bates Recital Hall honored the 10-year anniversary of UT’s commission of composer John Mackey’s “Wine-Dark Sea.” The presence of notable guests such as Susan and Ernest Butler,...

Nota del editor: este artículo se publicó por primera vez el 6 de febrero por Charlotte Karner y fue traducido al español por Jessica Nino. Cuatro generaciones de trompetistas se reunieron entre...

Four generations of trumpeters gathered amongst the crowd at Bates Recital Hall on Thursday night, not for a reunion, but to hear a sneak peek of the compositions and arrangements of UT associate trumpet...

Austin delivers a stellar live music scene every month, but with some of the most anticipated performances of the year, this February will prove a month to remember. The Daily Texan compiled a list of...

Sitting in her house, UT psychology junior Lizzie Budin pointed at a setlist that she picked up from musician Caroline Polachek’s stage at the Mohawk in 2021. She said she never imagined that she would...

As visitors filed into the Blanton Museum of Art on Saturday, they joined a crowd in the lobby dancing to a live set from Austin-based DJ crew, Peligrosa. Peligrosa, along with Austin musician Ray Prim,...

Before heading home for the holidays, Austinites can get ready for the holiday season this month with live music. From holiday tunes to jazz, Austin puts on a show for every type of listener. The Daily...

When Deepa Varadarajan lived in Austin as a Plan II and economics student at UT, she never imagined writing a book, let alone speaking to an audience at the Capitol about it. Last weekend, Varadarajan,...

Known for its vibrant live music scene, Austin offers performances for every type of music fan. From folk and indie-rock to mainstream pop, The Daily Texan compiled a list of must-see shows this month.   Free:...

Singer-songwriter Grace Gardner shares personal and emotional stories about their queerness, mental health and growing up in Texas through their music. Spending a semester at UT before transferring to...

Growing up around music, Moody public relations graduate Abby Nelson knew from a young age that songwriting would be her passion. While at UT, Nelson, who graduated in spring 2023, said she found inspiration...

September proved to be a month full of notable music releases. As October begins, The Daily Texan compiled a ranking of new album releases from the past month. “I Miss You Already + I Haven’t...

Sophia Allison, known professionally as Soccer Mommy, released her cover EP, Karaoke Night, on Friday, Sept. 22. Alongside Karaoke Night, Soccer Mommy released karaoke versions of her most popular songs...

Most residents in Austin know it as a walkable city, but many don’t realize they can do more than just walk to help the environment. Organizations at UT, such as the Campus Environmental Center, hope...