Willie Pipkin is one of those musicians who has quietly become part of the fabric of Austin’s roots music scene. A versatile guitarist with deep blues roots, he’s equally at home playing swing, bluegrass, rock ‘n’ roll, and classic American roots music. Whether leading his own band or backing some of the city’s finest players,…
Heybale has been keeping classic honky-tonk alive with the kind of authenticity, from it’s legendary musician lineup, that’s hard to find anymore. Rather than chasing modern country trends, Heybale digs deep into the sounds of Hank Williams, Buck Owens, Ray Price, and Merle Haggard, mixing timeless country standards with originals that fit seamlessly alongside the…
Marshall Hood is one of those musicians who feels woven into the fabric of Austin’s music scene. A gifted guitarist, singer, and songwriter, he’s carried on the musical legacy of his uncle, the legendary Champ Hood, while carving out a style that’s entirely his own. After making his mark with The Belleville Outfit, Hood became…
The Iguanas have been flying the New Orleans flag since 1989, mixing Tex-Mex, Cajun, R&B, rock, blues, Caribbean rhythms, and Latin grooves into a sound that’s unmistakably their own. Formed by Rod Hodges and anchored for decades by Joe Cabral, René Coman, and Doug Garrison, the band has never fit neatly into one genre—and that’s…
Few musicians can claim a résumé like Earl Poole Ball. A longtime Austin resident and one of the most respected honky-tonk pianists in the country, Ball spent more than two decades touring and recording with Johnny Cash, while also working with legends including Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, Gram Parsons, The Byrds, Glen Campbell, and Marty…
Barfield, The Tyrant is one of Austin’s true live music originals. Led by veteran frontman Mike Barfield, the band blends Texas soul, funk, blues, garage rock, and a touch of psychedelic swagger into a high-energy show that’s become a staple of the city’s music scene. A longtime fixture at the Continental Club, Barfield has built…
Casper Rawls has been part of the Texas music scene since the 1970s, when he left his hometown of Helotes and became part of the Austin roots music community. Best known for his signature B-Bender Telecaster style, Rawls has spent decades as one of the city’s most respected sidemen, recording on more than 75 albums…
Louisiana Surf Department isn’t your typical Austin band. They roll into town with a little Louisiana swagger, a little Texas grit, and a whole lot of good-time energy. Their self-described “swampadelic country rock” sound pulls together blues, honky-tonk, Southern rock, and Americana into something that feels loose, soulful. Catch them live and you’ll see why…
Matt Kirk & The Güeyfarers bring a fresh take on Texas roots music, blending Americana, country, rock, blues, and folk into a sound they proudly call “Texicana.” Led by singer-songwriter Matt Kirk, the band pairs thoughtful songwriting with road-tested musicianship, drawing inspiration from the dance halls, backroads, and river towns of the Texas Hill Country.…
James McMurtry has long been one of Texas’ finest storytellers, writing songs filled with sharp observations, unforgettable characters, and the kind of dry wit that rewards every listen. Backed by The Martial Law Review, his live shows bring those songs to life with a lean, road-tested sound that blends rock, Americana, folk, and country without…