
This week have the privilege of seeing artists who’ve taken current musical traditions in new and thrilling instructions — from Marty Stuart’s vibrant twist on trad nation to LA LOM’s unique and rock-informed tackle tropical music. Learn on to seek out out extra.
Thursday, Oct. 2
Boxcar Devil, Sound Cult, Digital Limbs, Sýr
Boxcar Devil’s abrasive, Beefheart-esque tackle roots music stays a spotlight of San Antonio’s aughts-era musical underground. On this invoice, frontman Sanford Nowlin — full disclosure: he’s additionally the Present’s editor-in-chief — is taking part in not simply in Boxcar but in addition psych-metal act Sýr. Austin’s Sound Cult contains a Who’s Who of Austin underground legends: Thor Harris (Swans), Lyman Hardy (Ed Corridor), Leila Henley (Jon Langford) and Brent Baldwin (too many to call), whereas SA faves Digital Limbs spherical out the night time with a dose of fuzz-drenched, kraut rock-inspired goodness. $10, 8 p.m., Lonesome Rose, 2114 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 455-0233, thelonesomerosesa.com. — Invoice Baird
Friday, Oct. 3
Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives
There’s no questioning multi-time Grammy winner Marty Stuart’s bonafides as a rustic legend. In any case, the person bought his begin performing with Johnny Money and Lester Flatt. Currently, he’s emerged as essentially the most outstanding talking-head emissary for the historical past and preservation of the fashion, showing in rattling close to each documentary on the topic that’s popped up. Certainly, he’s such a robust ambassador that it could be straightforward to overlook the dude is a flamboyant showman, versatile songwriter and might completely shred. Marty Stuart is among the greats, and his band title is ideal. $77, 8 p.m.,Steady Corridor, 307 Pearl Parkway, stablehall.com. — BB
LA LOM, The Level
LA LOM crafts impeccable tropical rock, comparable virtually to Khruangbin however with out the cool-looking hair. The title, shortened from Los Angeles League of Musicians, was additionally the title of group’s first file on the storied Verve file label. Openers The Level, among the best new bands in Austin, mine an analogous vein of groovy, technically proficient jams that really feel just like the misplaced soundtrack to a ’60s surfer movie set in Turkey, Thailand or one other stunning and far-away place. $41-$109, 8 p.m., Aztec Theatre, 104 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 812-4355, theaztectheatre.com. — BB
Saturday, Oct. 4
Cage The Elephant, hey, nothing
Cage The Elephant spent the summer time as many throughout the musical universe did: basking within the glow of the Oasis reunion. The band served as an incredible opening act for the Gallagher Brothers, however Cage stands its personal. The band’s mix of alt-rock and blues spawned a collection of different staples together with “Ain’t No Relaxation For the Depraved,” and it’s advanced over time, incorporating parts of psychedelia and electronica. $95.11-$137.28, 6:50 p.m., Boeing Heart at Tech Port, 3331 Common Hudnell Drive, (210) 600-3699, boeingcentertechport.com.. — Danny Cervantes
Sunday, Oct. 5
John Beltran, C-Via
John Beltran made his title as one of many greats of ’90s Detroit techno. Whereas avoiding being pinned right down to any specific style, he nonetheless specializes largely in ambient techno, which ought to take excellent benefit of the pure acoustics of the Echo Bridge, town’s most uncommon live performance venue. Becoming a member of Beltran is C-Via, a fellow practitioner of downtempo techno from Detroit. $25, 5 p.m., Echo Bridge, 310 Riverside Drive, instagram.com/echobridgeappreciationsociety. — BB
Monday, Oct. 6
Phantogram, Los Eclipses
Sarah Barthel and Josh Carter of Greenwich, New York-based electro-pop duo Phantogram have been mates since preschool, and their chemistry comes alive of their sound. The pair mix parts of dream pop, trip-hop and psychedelia into a novel sound undergirded by groovy beats. Phantogram’s 2024 launch Reminiscence Of a Day additionally attracts on shoegaze for an added aspect of murky thriller. $54.50-$224.80, 8 p.m., Aztec Theatre, 104 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 812-4355, theaztectheatre.com. — DC
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