Austin Music

The free-standing wall featuring Daniel Johnston's mural of Jeremiah the Innocent, a shrine of "Old Austin," will be integrated into new development on the Drag.

The dance hall has been around for more than 50 years and was key in shaping Austin's music scene.

Two-step has been around for many years and influenced by the different regions it's danced in. Austin keeps it interesting and weird, as always.

The latest Austin music census found many people perceive a fair amount of bias here. Pause/Play asked four artists about the challenges they've faced and their hopes for the future.

The biggest issue it found among respondents is the price of housing in Austin.

The Austin Federation of Musicians has been active in Austin since 1907.

There are many events happening — from live music to theme parties with a side of fireworks.

As a nonprofit, Spaceflight is not dependent on sales to recoup money it invests in artists. Instead, it gets funding from donations and grants.

Sponsorships can provide needed financial support for an artist while helping a corporation's brand.

Canada has a robust system of support for the arts in general and for commercial music specifically.