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Q&A: Thunderpussy discusses artistry, Austin City Limits experience

By Tiana Woodard - Updated on October 16, 2018 at 10:56 pm

Following their ACL performance, The Daily Texan spoke with Thunderpussy about their artistic approach and goals for the future.
Cat Power’s new album Wanderer is brilliant harmonization of weird, beautiful

By Liliana Hall - Updated on October 16, 2018 at 10:50 pm

Cat Power released her 10th studio album Wanderer, after a six year hiatus.
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson split: Your Entertainment Tonight-watching mother called it

By Natalie Heineman - Updated on October 14, 2018 at 6:07 pm

Four months into their relationship, Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson broke their engagement, People Magazine reported.
Twenty One Pilots delves into ills of music industry with latest album 'Trench'

By Haley Harnitchek - Updated on October 8, 2018 at 12:16 am

After two years of silence, Twenty One Pilots released their new concept album Trench containing contrast and complexity that completely re-identifies the band as one with a more mature take on music production.
Here's a Paul McCartney playlist to get you in the ACL mood

By Andrea Tinning - Updated on October 4, 2018 at 10:41 pm

As always, a cocktail of impressive artists are scheduled to perform at this year’s Austin City Limits Music Festival, but for the first time in the festival’s history, a Beatle is taking the stage. Out of Paul McCartney’s extensive discography, it’s hard to narrow down the selection to a few favorites. Don’t fret — The Daily Texan has compiled a list of songs to get you in the mood for ACL.
Locally based artists to watch out for at ACL

By Liliana Hall - Updated on October 4, 2018 at 10:31 pm

Before you camp out in front of the main stage to snag a front row spot for Paul McCartney, explore the festival grounds because Austin’s local music scene will be well represented at Austin City Limits Music Festival this year. To make the best out of your festival experience, The Daily Texan has compiled a list of local artists who will be performing at ACL this year.
Anthropos Arts provides free music mentorship opportunities to Austin youth

By Liliana Hall - Updated on October 3, 2018 at 11:06 pm

In a music driven city, it is easy to get swallowed whole by the industry. Despite barriers young musicians face, the nonprofit organization Anthropos Arts does not want money to be an obstacle that prohibits students from pursuing their dream. Dylan Jones, founder and executive director of Anthropos Arts, started the nonprofit 20 years ago with the goal to connect low-income youth with professional musicians. Jones, a professional bassist, moved to Austin in the early 90’s and said he was quick to realize how disconnected impoverished kids were from the music scene.
SIMS Foundation provides mental health and addiction recovery to Austin music professionals

By John Melendez - Updated on October 3, 2018 at 10:57 pm

When Delaney Gibson, one half of the Austin-based electro pop duo SIGNY, entered into a major depressive episode she could not get out of, she said she felt scared. Gibson picked up the phone and decided to call the SIMS foundation, a decision she says saved her life. The SIMS Foundation is an Austin-based nonprofit that provides Austin music industry professionals and their family members with addiction treatment, counseling and mental health services. It was first established in 1995 after the suicide of Austin musician Sims Ellison.
Professors weigh in on supporting controversial artists

By Noah Van Hooser - Updated on October 2, 2018 at 11:28 pm

Controversial artists oftentimes provoke ethical reflections among audiences.
An all-female booking troupe says ‘howdy’ to Austin’s music scene

By Jennifer Martinez - Updated on October 2, 2018 at 12:32 am

Since its creation in December, Howdy Gals has relied on direct action to rid the local music community of abuses of power while enforcing the idea that women can lead the charge in influencing a music scene.

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