Adrian Quesada
Antone’s, Aug. 6
The Black Pumas co-founder and brain behind the band’s stellar production, Quesada has an unparalleled penchant for arrangement and collaboration. The multi-talented musician is celebrating the release of Boleros Psicodélicos II, which dropped at the end of June. The collection takes traditional Latin ballads and reimagines them with modern sensibilities like hip-hop beats and funky instrumentation.
Chaparelle at Blues on the Green
Zilker Park, Aug. 6
On the heels of a tour that included dates at Red Rocks and the legendary Newport Folk Festival, Austin’s hottest country act headlines this cherished free summer concert series in Zilker Park.
Tear Dungeon
Radio East, Aug. 9
This quintet delivers not only absolutely punishing metal but also one of the most unforgettable live shows in town. With black leather gimp masks and spurts of fake blood, it’s not for the faint of heart. If you stand near the stage, just remember to bring your poncho.
Cactus Lee
Hole in the Wall, Aug. 13
Country crooner Cactus Lee hosts an August residency over at the historic Hole in the Wall. All of the bills are great, but we’re partial to this one featuring songwriter Sarah Lee Guthrie (yes, of that famed folk family) and Denis O’Donnell, who helped foster the capital city’s resurgence of classic country music.
Hill Country Flood Benefit with Miranda Lambert, Parker McCollum, and more
Moody Center, Aug. 17
Following the tragic flood in Central Texas last month, there have been a plethora of benefit concerts, and this is the biggest one to date. Held in the city’s premier arena and boasting talent like Miranda Lambert, Parker McCollum, Kelly Clarkson, Lyle Lovett, Lukas Nelson, and many more—the show offers incredible star power for a great cause.
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings
Paramount Theatre, Aug. 18-19
If you’re a fan of Americana music and somehow don’t know these names, just think of them as your favorite musician’s favorite musician. Everyone from Joan Baez to Emmylou Harris has covered Welch’s music, and Rawlings has worked with artists such as Alison Krauss, Guy Clark, and Miranda Lambert. Expect a night of somber but gorgeously written folk music.
Farmer’s Wife with Mothé
Empire Control Room, Aug. 20
Falling somewhere between shoegaze and dream pop, the music of Farmer’s Wife thrives with a cinematic expansiveness. Among Austin’s best rising artists, the group opens for LA pop musician Mothé.
Erykah Badu with the Alchemist
ACL Live, Aug. 24
The show is billed as Erykah Badu Presents Abi and Alan, borrowing the title of Badu’s latest album, which was produced entirely by The Alchemist—who has crafted beats for revered musicians, including Nas and Eminem. The title plays on both artist’s given names, Erica Abi Wright and Alan Maman, who team up for this epic bill.
Big Bill
Empire Control Room, Aug. 28
Catching this homegrown stalwart punk quartet isn’t quite as easy since frontman Eric Braden relocated to Philly, which makes every Austin show even more special. You’ll mosh, you’ll laugh, you’ll tell all your friends you’ve got a new favorite band.
Marky Ramone
Mohawk, Aug. 27
Sure, all the original members of The Ramones have been gone from this world for over a decade. But does that mean we can’t enjoy an evening of their timeless pop-punk hits from someone as close to the source as possible?
Ozomatli
Antone’s, Aug. 30
While they may have firm California roots, Ozomatli has felt connected to Austin since they performed on Austin City Limits in 2004. Even beyond that, the group’s jammy, funky Latin rock sound just feels at home among the capital city’s laid-back, free-spirited culture. Homegrown rap royalty Riders Against the Storm open the show.
Shakey Graves
Radio East, Aug. 30
Ever since making a cameo as a musician in Friday Night Lights, Alejandro Rose Garcia has been a household name in Austin. Better known by his stage moniker, Shakey Graves, the folk rock mainstay celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album And the War Came with a performance at Radio East.
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