Artists

Meet James Speer, the piano virtuoso from the heart of Austin, Texas, who leaves audiences breathless with his unparalleled talent and magnetic stage presence. With fingers that dance across the keys and a voice that resonates deep within the soul, James effortlessly blends the timeless allure of jazz and R&B with a modern twist that’s uniquely his own. Drawing inspiration from legends like Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder, as well as contemporary icons such as

There is a new, nostalgic alternative rock presence emerging from the depths of Austin’s Orb Recording Studios; nolo, a band that combines their high energy, luscious grooves, and ear-catching melodies with a truly inspiring personal story behind their creative work. nolo was formed in Austin in 2018 after the four group members met in an Austin-area rehab during a journey of healing and self-discovery. It was there that they drew inspiration from their collective challenges

Jamie Friese born and raised in Austin, TX bringing fire hip hop and dope beats through the cosmos. DJ Gxldbloom is a genre fluid Producer/DJ that delivers electric sound from the south that, moves the body. Xander loves drums and parties

Way back in 1985 Stuart Laurence and I met working at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza. Between rolling dough and listening to heavy metal I talked Stuart into starting a band with me. An ad in the Chronicle brought Pawl Willis and Charlie Brownell on board. Within a year we were gigging and made our first demo with the help of Lonestar studios and San Coppinger. Stan got us a record deal with Passport Record, which turned

In the family tree of American music, country and rock have long been at odds. Feuding cousins claiming the same legacy, each one spawning a bitter tribe of true believers … but it doesn’t have to be that way. For Warner Records’ Pecos & The Rooftops, it’s time to bury the hatchet once and for all – and bury it deep. A Texas-based six-piece built around metal-laced sonic aggression and bluesy, confessional song craft, it’s

The “Broke Ass Kid” Dylan Wheeler is a perfect example of what the evolution of the Texas Independent Music Scene looks like and the level of artist that it can produce. His music has all the singer-songwriter laden depth that lyric lovers covet, while his blending of both Rock and Alternative genres allows his original productions to feel comfortingly familiar whilst simultaneously breathing a gust of fresh air into a scene that has long been

CORE is a four time Billboard charting Austin-based rock band with roots in Las Vegas and McAllen Texas. Led by internationally renowned guitarist Chris Iorio, a founding member of Adelitas Way and superstar singer Mark Morales, known for his work with Sons Of Texas and Mark Morton. Bass player Jarrett Smith and drummer Brandon Lemond form the group’s heart-pounding rhythm section. CORE’s music combines elements of active rock, post grunge, alt rock and classic rock/metal

Luniz (pronounced Loonies) is an American hip hop duo from Oakland, California, formed by West Coast rappers Yukmouth and Numskull. They were signed to Noo Trybe Records and C-Note Records. They were the flagship act for C-Note Records. The group is best known for the internationally successful hit in 1995 titled “I Got 5 on It”, known as a weed-smoking anthem

The group’s breakout single was 1988’s “What’s on Your Mind (Pure Energy)”, a dance song which spent 39 weeks on the dance chart, going straight to number one and would also peak at number three on the Hot 100 pop chart. The track included a vocal sample of Mr. Spock (Leonard Nimoy) from Star Trek, saying “pure energy”. A look into the history of Information Society is a peek at the evolution of electronic music.

With success in other genres, Kirk Baxley gets back to his roots with honest song-writing matched up with a raw, gospel influenced voice. A four time nominee for “Best Frontman and Vocal Performance” in the Dallas Observer along with three nominations for “Best Frontman” in the Austin Chronicle prove that this talented man has a bright future. Bouncing between Nashville and Texas, Kirk Baxley is a soulful, genuine and honest performer who you don’t want

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Born Tramar Dillard on September 17, 1979, FloRida was raised by a single mother in Miami’s rough neighborhood of Carol City, Florida. Music helped Flo Rida stay on the straight path. His father was a talented musician who encouraged his son to express himself through music. Growing up, Flo Rida was exposed to all kinds of music, thanks in large part to his sisters, some of whom formed a local gospel group. When he was

TIP “T.I.” HARRIS is a GRAMMY Award-winning recording artist who has left an indelible mark on the world of music and pop culture. Having sold over 10 million albums in the US alone, Tip remains an influential figure in the world of music and entertainment. He is the founding executive of Grand Hustle Records, the owner of two successful, urban clothing brands Akoo and Hustle Gang. In 2016, Tip became an artist-owner of the global

That Mexican OT (Outta Texas) was mumbling raps before he could write them. When he failed grade school classes, he remembers his mother saying, “Fuck that school — my son is going to be a rapper.” In middle school, his father regularly woke him late at night to battle (and embarrass) his inebriated homies. OT’s decision to pursue a rap career might seem inevitable in this light, but he needed one final push, a moment

Alien Ant Farm is an American rock band that formed in Riverside, California in 1996. They have released five studio albums and sold over 5 million units worldwide. The band’s cover of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal” topped the Billboard Alternative songs charts in 2001, and was featured in the film American Pie .