Today’s history highlights the birth of a rock and roll pioneer, a legendary live debut in Denmark, and a notorious MTV award show interruption. Notable Births 1936: Buddy Holly, the pioneering rock and roll singer-songwriter who vastly influenced the 1960s music landscape, was born in Lubbock, Texas. 1943: Gloria Gaynor, the iconic disco singer best…
Today’s history highlights the birth of several massive alt-rock icons, a legendary guitar collaboration, and the final curtain call for a rock god. Notable Births 1943: Roger Waters, the iconic songwriter and founding member of Pink Floyd, was born in Great Bookham, Surrey, England. 1969: R&B and soul singer Macy Gray was born in Canton,…
The country and Americana landscape is getting a masterclass in heartbreak from one of the most exciting soulful duos on the rise today! Hailing from Canada, the incredibly talented pairing of Thelma & James have just unveiled their emotionally charged new single, “The Way That It Wasn’t.” Coming off a monumental summer that saw the…
The alternative scene is getting a massive jolt of thought-provoking energy today! Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and genre-defying powerhouse K.Flay is officially back, unveiling the brand-new music video for her latest single, “Ants.” Marking her highly anticipated return and her first piece of new music since the release of 2023’s acclaimed album MONO, this release isn’t just…
Get ready to add some serious sunshine to your daily rotation! The independent music scene has just delivered the ultimate feel-good anthem, and it finally has the visuals to match. Rising independent singer-songwriter Anees has officially dropped the highly anticipated music video for his massive breakout hit, “My Baby.” If you’ve been anywhere near a…
Today’s history highlights the birth of a global pop icon, a monumental television finale, and a legendary recording session that helped reshape pop music. Notable Births 1942: Al Jardine, guitarist, vocalist, and co-founder of The Beach Boys, was born in Lima, Ohio. 1951: Martin Chambers, drummer for the rock band The Pretenders, was born in…
Today’s history marks a massive festival debut, a major return for the Fab Four, and unfortunately, a somber update for the jazz world as we lose a modern legend. Notable Births 1934: Freddie King, the influential American blues guitarist and singer, was born. 1942: Al Jardine, bassist and co-founder of The Beach Boys, was born.…
Today’s history marks a massive day for American opera, a gold record milestone for the Fab Four, and the official opening of a rock and roll institution. Notable Births 1661: Composer George Bohm was born. 1862: Composer Alphons Diepenbrock was born. 1917: Composer Laurindo Almeida was born. 1946: Keyboardist, songwriter, and legendary session musician Billy…
The Cosmic Trio That Connected Lubbock to Austin While Willie Nelson is often credited as the catalyst for Austin’s musical explosion, The Flatlanders—comprised of Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Butch Hancock, and Joe Ely—were the essential bridge. They brought the stark, poetic sensibility of West Texas to the burgeoning capital, infusing traditional country roots with a sophisticated,…
Notable Births 1945: Van Morrison, the legendary Irish singer and songwriter, was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. 1945: Acclaimed violinist Itzhak Perlman was born in Tel Aviv, Israel. 1948: Scorpions guitarist and founder Rudolf Schenker was born in Hildesheim, Germany. 1970: Debbie Gibson, the singer, songwriter, and youngest artist to ever write, produce, and perform…
Today’s history highlights the birth of the King of Pop, a monumental farewell for the Fab Four, and a massive debut for a defining Britpop band. Notable Births 1920: Influential jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker was born in Kansas City, Kansas. 1924: Blues and jazz singer Dinah Washington was born. 1942: Sterling Morrison, guitarist and founding…
Today’s history brings us a massive release from the Fab Four, the climax of a legendary 90s rock rivalry, and the birthday of a Mexican music superstar. Notable Births 1966: Shirley Manson, the fierce Scottish lead singer of the alternative rock band Garbage, was born in Edinburgh. 1969: Adrian Young, the drummer for the highly…
The Blues Powerhouse That Electrified Austin While many architects built Austin’s “Live Music Capital” title brick by cosmic brick, Stevie Ray Vaughan electrified the entire structure. His fierce, virtuoso guitar playing and soulful blues-rock sound captured the world’s attention and firmly established Austin as a global epicenter for legitimate, raw live music performance. Origin Story:…
Today’s history highlights massive classic rock and metal birthdays, the US debut of a piano-pop legend, and the release of an album that redefined modern R&B. Notable Births 1918: Iconic American composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts. 1949: Gene Simmons, the fire-breathing, blood-spitting bassist and co-founder of the legendary rock band…
Today’s history highlights a monumental milestone for a Motown prodigy, the birth of an electronic music pioneer, and the beginning of a rock masterpiece. Notable Births 1905: Blues musician Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup, a major influence on early rock and roll, was born in Forest, Mississippi. 1938: David Freiberg, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist for Quicksilver Messenger…
Vol. 43 | Week of Friday, August 21, 2026 Your weekly guide to the Live Music Capital of the World. Austin Music News & Notes What’s buzzing in the ATX music scene this week: Neon Rodeo Takes Over ACL Live: Tonight, ACL Live is hosting the ultimate cosmic country and queer rodeo party. If you’ve…
Today’s history brings us the birth of a punk rock icon, massive sales milestones for the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, and a Broadway debut for a legendary vocalist. Notable Births 1893: Composer Marie-Juliette Olga Lili Boulanger was born. 1904: William “Count” Basie, the legendary American band leader and jazz composer, was born. 1938: Kenny…
Today’s history highlights a monumental jazz release, legendary festival closings, and a well-deserved star for a Latin rock icon. Notable Births 1686: Italian baroque composer Nicola Antonio Porpora was born. 1953: Kevin Rowland, frontman and co-founder of the pop rock band Dexys Midnight Runners, was born in Wednesfield, England. 1958: Belinda Carlisle, the co-founder and…
Today’s history highlights groundbreaking country music milestones, major stage debuts for iconic rock bands, and the birth of a clarinet pioneer. Notable Births 1655 : Johann Christoph Denner, inventor of the clarinet, was born. 1879 : Composer John Ireland was born. 1930 : Don Ho, Hawaii’s best-known musician and singer (“Tiny Bubbles”), was born. 1948…
