Austin Music

More than 200 musicians are taking part in HAAM Day, a fundraiser at several Austin venues from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday.

Aielli’s stream-of-consciousness style of presenting could feel improvised, chaotic. But that chaos was integral to the magic he created.

Executive Director Cody Cowan announced this week he's leaving to become chief operating officer for the National Independent Venue Association, a lobbying and trade group.

Working in the music industry? Learn how to share your concerns and ideas in the latest music census.

The Austin City Council approved zoning changes to allow a developer to bring back the Austin Opera House — but as a smaller venue. The developer also plans to build affordable housing and retail shops on the property off South Congress.

After founding the band in 2016 with his songwriting partner Ian Green, Sahad led the indie-soul outfit on a meteoric rise.

The Economic Development Department said it wanted to stay up to date with the cost of living in Austin. Musicians performing at Spaceflight Records' SXSW showcase will be paid a base rate of $200 per hour.

The city created a Live Music Fund in 2019. It's grown to $3 million, but no money has been given out yet.

Many Austin musicians have jobs outside the industry to supplement their music incomes, but some, like longtime musician and Austinite Terrany “Tee Double” Johnson, have found ways to make money doing what they love.

As a working musician, Shelton has never had a steady income. He might have a good month and make $4,000, or he might have a slow one and barely earn enough money to pay rent.