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Miss Lana's Texicana Music Central
P.O. Box 1007
Anna, TX 75409
(214) 704-7107; Fax (972) 924-3876
lana [at] misslana.com
Lana Hughes, Owner/President; Jim Hughes, Vice President; Dana Jones, Executive Assistant
Publications online only • Booking agents • Artist management
Americana Music Association; Friends of American Roots Music; Texas Music Nation
Established: 2001
At Miss Lana's Texicana Music Central, you'll find a fun, comprehensive Texas music website that includes concert, CD, and festival reviews as well as classified ads for musicians, local and state concert/festival listings, artists links, venue directory, and much more. We specialize in Texas Americana country music.
ATX Live
Austin, TX
(512) 963-4621
mark [at] atxlive.com
Mark Willenborg
Established: 2008
ATXLive.com is a group of Austin video journalists dedicated to covering the Austin music scene. Our goal is to bring you the stories that the other news organizations are not covering as well as give some much deserved exposure to the artists and businesses that make up this world-class music scene. ATX Live is your ticket to Austin's music scene! Interviews, performance clips and more from the "Live Music Capital of the World!"
Above Grounds
1900 Scofield Ridge Pkwy, No. 502
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 670-1367
Joel Skotak, President
Established: 2007
Above Grounds is an organization that provides a comprehensive list of Christian artists in the Austin area. Listings and profiles for artists are free. Above Grounds™ exists to bring Christians together by connecting Austin churches, Christian bands and ministries, and by acting as the informational hub of what the Christian body is doing in Austin.
Austin.com
P.O. Box 684482
Austin, TX 78768
(512) 803-0753
contact [at] austin.com
Sean French, Owner
(512) 803-0753
Established: 2004
Austin.com is a community publication covering stories of interest that are contributed by the general public. The Austin music scene is a popular topic, and many Austin's musicians are among the contributors. Austin.com's music coverage is written by musicians that are part of the local scene. sean [at] austin.com
Austin Music Guide ~ 2
Austin, TX 78713-8600
AustinMusicGuide [at] michaelbluejay.com
Michael Bluejay
Publications online only
Established: 1997
The Austin Music Guide is a free online directory of local venues, stores, labels, radio stations, media and other resources. We do not cover individual bands.
Austin Vida
P. O. Box 4397
Austin, TX 78765
(512) 905-9138
austinvidawebzine [at] gmail.com
Ian Morales
Austin Vida produced Austin's first annual Latin Fest. Our services include finding bands and venues, securing sponsors and contracting with vendors.
Austinist ~ 2
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 422-0550; (512) 382-1168
music [at] austinist.com
Paige Maguire, Editor; Adam Schragin, Music Editor
Publications online only
Established: 2005
Austinist is a news and culture website about Austin, Texas. Austinist publishes
Monday through Friday, and also maintains a guide to local arts and
entertainment events that we call the Weekly IST List. After its launch in March
2005, Austinist has "quickly become the local scenester's essential online
arbiter of taste" according to The Austin Chronicle after its readers voted the
site as the Best Local Website for Fun. Austinist is a site that "knows Austin,
and Austinites love it for its bite-sized news of local events, food, art, and
entertainment." Austinist has been listed in the Best of Austin multiple times,
by readers of as well as the critics at The Austin Chronicle who praise a
blogger on the site for bringing "a refreshing, sometimes contrary perspective."
Traffic is currently at 370,000 pages per month and growing.
AustinLiveMusic.com
7605 Espina Drive
Austin, TX 78739
(512) 422-6249
music [at] austinlivemusic.com
Will Rodgers, Owner / Editor
Publications online only
The source for all your information pertaining to the live music scene in Austin, Texas. Check calendars showing when and where your favorite band is playing and check out photos of local Austin bands.
Austinnitus
2001 Brentwood
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 533-9741
joshronsen [at] yahoo.com
Josh Ronsen
Publications online only
Austinitus is a weekly email newsletter that lists upcoming performances and events in Austin, events that might include aspects of avant-jazz, experimental or improvisational notions, or even some conception of sound art. Who knows what else you might find in here. All events, times, dates, facts, opinions are subject to change.
AustinSound.net
P.O. Box 4028
Austin, TX 78765-4028
(512) 826-7674
theaustinsound [at] gmail.com
Doug Freeman, General Editor
Established: 2006
Austin Sound was created by a group of local music fans to promote and enrich Austin's vibrant music community. Through a combination of daily news and reviews of both larger and lesser known artists, Austin Sound seeks to provide a space for information about independent local artists with thoughtful, independent writing and Mp3 samples. If you are interested in contributing to Austin Sound or have comments and suggestions, please contact us at theaustinsound [at] gmail.com. If you have press or music you would like to submit, all materials can be sent to: Austin Sound, PO Box 4028, Austin, TX, 78765-4028
The Bards Crier, Music Marketing & Promotional EZine • Celtic MP3s Music Magazine ~ 2
P.O. Box 4396
Austin, TX 78765-4067
(512) 470-4866
subscribe [at] celticmp3s.com
Marc Gunn, Publisher; Marc Gunn, Promotional Manager
Art/Creative studios • Music business consultants • Publications online only
Established: 1997
The Bards Crier is a free guerilla music marketing and promotion e-zine for working musicians. Thought-provoking stories on how to make your music career skyrocket. Celtic MP3s is a free weekly Celtic Music magazine featuring free mp3 downloads from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Nova Scotia, and beyond. Subscribe today for a chance to win Irish, Scottish, Celtic CDs! Listen and start downloading free and legal mp3s now.
Black Swan Songs
P.O. Box 684221
Austin, TX 78768
blackswan [at] blackswansongs [dot] com
Black Swan
BlackSwanSongs.com is the blog that your mother warned you about. BlackSwanSongs.com critiques music, film and assorted bricolage. BlackSwanSongs accepts unsolicited material for review, but suggests that artists familiarize themselves with what type of music is most often reviewed on the site before sending in submissions; media submission does not guarantee a review.
Bluegrass Bands of Texas
7202 Whispering Oaks Drive
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 447-8479; Fax (512) 447-6111
info [at] bluegrassbandsoftexas.com
Bill Flemming
Bluegrass music has been around longer than America has been here. Our forefathers brought this music to us when they came to this land. You will hear the Bluegrass sound in many different types of music today and its sounds are just as popular as ever. Whenever one of the Bluegrass bands come through your city or town, please make every effort to go see the show and buy some of their music. Some of these folks have spent most of their lives in developing their craft for your enjoyment!
BucklUp Entertainment
8102 Fort Sumter
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 825-4084
Lucas Sanders
BucklUp is a social networking website that features DJs from around the world. BucklUp are also DJ show promoters and producers. BucklUp has thrown a series of events called Rendezvous in the past. Not only have these events been successful and enjoyable, but they have featured some awesome DJs. The fourth Rendevous was featured as an all FEMALE Jammy Jam!
Citysearch.com
5604 Shady Oak Court
Austin, TX 78756
(323) 893-5721
jhinsdale [at] mail.com
Joshua Hinsdale, Editor
Citysearch is a leading online lifestyle guide with the most up-to-date information on businesses, from restaurants and spas, to hotels and retail. Citysearch helps people make informed decisions about where to spend their time and money by delivering trusted content, local expertise, and useful tools -- including 14.5 million business listings, over 600,000 user reviews, and ratings on over 2 million business locations nationwide.
Do512.com
2208 South Lamar, No. C
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 680-0416
do512 [at] do512.com
Jimmy Stewart, President; Kristin Owen, General Manager
Established: 2006
Do512.com makes it easier and more fun for people to find out what to do in Austin. The website lists all music, art & entertainment events and allows people to easily learn more and share what they are doing with their friends. Do512.com is what to do in Austin.
Dante Dominick, Austin.com Editor / Freelance Writer
2304 Southern Oaks Drive
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 769-2589; (512) 447-3878
howdydante [at] yahoo.com
Freelance journalists
Established: 1999
Dante is an established freelance music writer and journalist who writes features and reviews for a wide variety of print magazines, newspapers and websites. This is in addition to his position of Senior/Managing Editor of Austin Music Magazine (distribution 20,000+). Austin Music Magazine covers all genres; contact Dante with any submissions, queries or review materials. When freelancing, Dante tends to focus his coverage on roots rock, jazz, blues and country. He works for national, regional and local publications. He also produces radio features and reviews in his home studio.
EastAustinOnline.com
2824 Real Street
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 420-0424; Fax (512) 420-0424
info [at] eastaustinonline.com
Andrew E. Cyphers; Kendall Oliver, Creative Director; Eddie Hill Jr., Project Manager
Publications online only • Publicists
Established: 2001
East Austin Online: Discover East Austin! EastAustinOnline.com updates information on musical entertainment events as well as other activities and opportunities for residents in the Austin area.
Examiner.com
5604 Shady Oak Court
Austin, TX 78756
(323) 893-5721
jhinsdale [at] mail.com
Joshua Hinsdale, Editor
Publications online only
Examiner.com is leading online resource for music events, concerts, band info and tour schedules.
Gignaustin.com
P.O. Box 80675
Austin, TX 78708
(512) 669-5191
info [at] gignaustin.com
Publications online only
Gignaustin.com is a site where Austin artists, venues, promoters, fans, and other gigs can connect with each other in real time.
Honky Tonk Angels
2803 Leeds Cove
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 968-0209
tammy [at] honkytonkangels.com
Tammy Sajak, Arc Angel
Publications online only
Established: 2000
Honky Tonk Angels is a quarterly internet magazine about Austin music from a female perspective. The magazine offers CD reviews including streaming audio of whole songs and streaming video of live performances. You can also find information about places to go hear music in Austin.
Honky Tonk Texas, USA
P. O. Box 92454
Austin, TX 78709-2454
(615) 577-3732; (267) 790-9876
info [at] honkytonktx.com
Martin Buehler, Research / Lead Writer / Artist Relations; Willie Buehler, Graphic Design / Operational Security; Baba Buehler, Technical Development / Project Management
Established: 2000
Honky Tonk, USA is a website and a CD-ROM that are produced by 3B Information Systems in Austin, Texas, the live music capital of the world. Sit back, grab a glass of whiskey or a cold Shiner and take a tour of Honky Tonk Texas, USA - our hand-crafted collection of Texas Music resources. Serving up Texas dance hall history, country music legends and Texas music news, we're always open.
The International Country Music Database
5700 Tapadera Trace Lane, No. 1013
Austin, TX 78727-6317
(512) 506-9248; Fax (512) 506-9248
mduval [at] icmdb.com
Mary Duval, President
Established: 2005
The International Country Music Database (ICMDb) covers all of country music (including bluegrass and country-based Americana) with a focus on new and independent artists. We provide artist information (website and MySpace links, discography, awards listings, concert photos, and more), CD and concert reviews, and artist interviews. The site also contains information on country music festivals, CD release dates, and a newsletter highlighting new and indie artists.
iTejano.com ~ 2
P.O. Box 6119
Austin, TX 78762
(512) 736-3821
musica_usa [at] hotmail.com
Marcelo A. (Tone) Tafoya, C.E.O; Marcelo H. Tafoya, C.O.O
Established: 2008
We are the Premiere Tejano Website. After years of involvement in the Tejano industry, we decided it was about time Tejano had a great website for all of the fans, musicians, broadcasters, reporters, clubs, and everyone could finally come together.
Jupiter Index Web Magazine
P.O. Box 2024
Austin, TX 78768-2024
(512) 326-1427
mail [at] jupiterindex.com
Gabrielle Burns, Editor
Publications online only
Established: 1999
Jupiter Index Web Magazine is a nonprofit online publication, which covers the changing face of music each issue. Our mission is to inform on a broad spectrum of music, ranging from legends such as B.B. King and Ray Davies to newer emerging bands and musicians. Our up-and-coming writers have an eclectic range of tastes which is reflected in the diversity of our interviews and reviews.
Music Texas • MusicTexas.com
P.O. Box 49709
Austin, TX 78765
(512) 219-1433
larue [at] glaze.net
Doug LaRue, Producer; Laura Rojo-LaRue
Art/Creative studios • Photographers • Video production
Austin Film Society; Austin Songwriter Group; Music Texas Artist's Network
Established: 1993
Award winning visual media productions including illustration, photography, design, video, Internet as well as creative project management and consulting. We do video and film productions. We author and encode DVDs. Non-linier editor cutting with Final Cut Pro. We build and host media rich e-commerce websites. Film, production documentation and event photography. We design product packaging, posters, etc. for entertainment, marketing an high tech. MusicTexas.com is an independent Texas music web portal on-line since 1996. We produce photography and video samples of Texas artists. We sponsor the live music film series "The Austin Groove" on DVD, which feature in depth interviews on issues that face those who make the music. It includes performances, education, and bonus material. Capitol City Arts and Entertainment Magazine concentrates on artists of all kinds in Austin, Texas. We are devoted to bringing you a full spectrum of artists from all media who make Austin their home as well as national and international artists who bring their work to the capitol city.
The MusicFile
820 West Third Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 934-8350
Jennifer Cadmus, PR Manager
The MusicFile was born out of a group of music obsessed friends who continued to be blown away by the amount of great music out there that never gets it's due. We discovered it; but only by spending every free waking moment pouring through websites, music blogs, listening to internet radio stations, dragging each other to obscure concerts and the like. The important thing was that we shared what we found with each other and that opened up new worlds of music for all of us. So we are here to try and replicate that process of discovery by shining a spotlight on the best of what we find and creating a place where people can easily discover great music they might not have time to seek out.
MusicTX.com ~ 2
5301 Turnabout Lane
Austin, TX 78731-5635
(512) 779-3920
musictx [at] musictx.com
Gerry Hamilton, Programmer; Eric Sigg, Web Design; Mike Zamora, Rain Main; Brandon McKinney
Publications online only
Established: 2001
MusicTX.com is a free service promoting local music in Texas. Bands can upload mp3s, post events to our calendar, upload flyers, and participate in our forums. We're a skeleton crew residing in Corpus Christi and Austin, TX. By providing band information, show dates, and song downloads of local artists, we hope to help draw more attention to the local music scene. We've been around since 2001. We're not part of a large corporate franchise owned by random shareholders. We're just a few of you that decided to put a website together. We thank the local bands of Texas for their support and for their contributions to their community. Sorry about the ads. We do our best to minimize the annoyance.
Now Playing Austin
701 Tillery Street, No. 9
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 247-2531; Fax (512) 247-2538
arts [at] actonline.org
Latifah Taormina, Executive Director; Jessica Thompson, Arts Director; Heather Barfield Cole, AEA Playmaster Services; Anne-Marie McKaskle, Membership Director
NowPlayingAustin.com is the leading online resource for Arts and Cultural information for Austin and Central Texas. It offers the largest database of area Arts and Cultural events, including sports and recreational events, as well as additional listings of classes and workshops, jobs, auditions, organizations, venues, public art, and individual artists. NowPlayingAustin offers comprehensive one-stop ticketing and information services to residents and visitors alike for arts, sports, and cultural activities in Central Texas.
RE-USA.COM
4159 Steck Avenue, No. 253
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 762-1359
info [at] re-usa.com
Nico Zaplain, Editor-in-Chief; Maegan Zaplain, Editor
Established: 2005
RE-USA.COM began around two years ago. For us, it all began as a game, an attempt to survive in this world, to rough for Spanish rock lovers. We thought we were the only people in the U.S whose great passion was this genre, so we set out to create a small page, in which we could include a bit of information about our cd's, concerts we had been to, a few pictures and one or two articles.
Randy's Rodeo
5903 Belfast Drive
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 454-2906
webmaster [at] randysrodeo.com
Randall Anthony
Randy's Rodeo was created in hopes to impart on the pages some wisdom about what's good in music and why he cares so much about it. Randy's Rodeo is a nothing more (and nothing less) than a place for Randy to write about the music he loves and the records he collects.
Showlist Austin • Dan Machold Photo ~ 2
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 458-4813
showlistaustin [at] yahoo.com
Daniel Machold
Publications online only
The Austin, TX Showlist is a list of shows for the Austin area, focusing mainly on punk, hardcore, indie rock/pop, and electronic/experimental music. Any questions, comments or show listings can be sent to showlistaustin [at] yahoo.com. Dan Machold's photography has been featured in
exhibits around Austin as well on the album cover for the Austin band Hit Space. Machold holds BA in Computer Science.
Side One: Track One
12113 Metric Boulevard, No. 1123
Austin, TX 78758
(936) 554-4474
sideonetrackone [at] gmail.com
John Laird, Owner; Sara St. John, Assistant
Established: 2006
Side One: Track One is an Mp3/Audio Blog. I post up songs here throughout the week and share my thoughts on them with the sugary sweet idea that those who stop by this place won't feel like I wasted their time.
Sonic Itch Music ~ 2
2208 Delcrest
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 775-4426
sonicitchmusic [at] gmail.com
Michael Maly, Owner / Senior Editor
Established: 2007
On-line music site based in Austin, TX dedicated to covering the music scene and community that we find interesting and appealing. We report on music news and events taking place around the world as well as support the local scene with live event coverage with photos and reviews. We are open to experiencing any music that anyone feels is of any interest to us, and accept submissions any time. Our goal is to share thoughts, ideas, and experiences as they apply to the music that is interesting and exciting. The kind of music that makes us sing in the car out loud, bob our heads at the shows, grin from ear to ear when you hear that one particular lyric or drumbeat, and believe that someone else in this crazy world understands what goes on in our heads and hearts as we live this thing called life. We want this website to be informative, accessible, and fun. The opinions that we express are ours, and you may not always agree, but isn't it all subjective anyways? Of course we want to hear what you think, so don't be afraid to shoot us a message, as we would like to believe that we all have something to gain from entertaining other people’s opinions.
soulciti.com • Griotmedia ~ 2
PMB 546 - 815-A Brazos Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 498-7685
info [at] soulciti.com
Donell Creech
Publications online only
Established: 1999
Soulciti was founded in 1998 as a grass-roots Austin phenomenon to disseminate general news and entertainment information of interest to, and pertaining to, the African American population in Austin. soulciti began as a text-based email list-serv that is sent out every Thursday. In response to our reader's feedback and availability of web technologies, soulciti continues to evolve into a full-featured web property and news source, still supported by html and text-based email Distros. Our list of subscribers is north of 7,300 and growing. Griotmedia was created for the purpose of providing fanatical and innovative customer service in the form of a marketing communications and event management firm. our client engagement process is
designed to provide our clients with the exposure and tools they need to tell their stories, increase their efficiency and be more effective in accomplishing their mission.
Sounds Like Austin
5 Pleasant Cove
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 327-1535
mschoolfield [at] gmail.com
Matthew Schoolfield
Sounds Like Austin is an online publication spotlighting Austin, live music and photos.
ThisIsTexasMusic.com
2311 Westforest Drive
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 638-6410
patrick [at] thisistexasmusic.com
Patrick Nichols
Publications online only • Freelance journalists
Established: 2004
This Is Texas Music is committed to broadening the reach of Texas music throughout the state, across the country, and around the world. Founded in spring 2004, This Is Texas Music (ThisIsTexasMusic.com) highlights new and emerging artists through critical reviews,
artist profiles, in-depth features, and timely commentary. More than 15,000 readers per month (and growing) rely on our recommendations and opinions. We focus on artists who release albums through independent distribution or on small to medium sized labels. Primary coverage is in Americana, country, rock, alt-rock, indie rock, and folk, but all genres are represented.
Ultra8201 ~ 2
9801 Stonelake Blvd. No. 1336
Austin, TX 78759
(210) 268-9055; (512) 422-4718
ultra8201 [at] gmail.com
Joel Richardson; Richard Gonzalez
Established: 2006
Ultra8201 is an Austin, TX based music blog. We like to share all the info we can on tour dates, releases and our amazing local music scene. We also talk about The Mars Volta and Ghostland Observatory...a lot. Trash talk in the comments section or send us info on your band. All those submissions can be sent to ultra8201 [at] gmail.com.
Unlock Austin.com
1606 Morgan Lane, No. B
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 826-5330
webmaster [at] unlockaustin.com
Ryan Pitylak, Co-founder / CEO; Kurt Ostfeld, Co-founder / Senior Programmer; Danielle Thomas, Regional Brand Manager; Randy Varela, Co-founder / Senior Web Designer
Established: 2006
UnlockAustin.com connects music fans to new bands and helps bands find new fans. The beauty of UnlockAustin.com is that it helps fans and the local live music industry at the same time. By assisting a music fan to find a new favorite band, UnlockAustin.com has also helped that band find a new fan. Lesser-known bands can build their fan base by using UnlockAustin.com to attract the fans of more popular bands. For example, when someone goes to Willie Nelson's profile on UnlockAustin.com, they will also see the names of lesser-known bands that play similar music in town and this could translate into a new fan for the lesser-known band. For many bands in Austin, the task of finding new fans is daunting. For music fans in Austin, trying to figure out which bands they should check out is confusing at best. UnlockAustin.com provides an easy way to connect the dots and gives bands new faces in the crowd and gives fans great new music.
Weekend America / American Public Media
2606 Canterbury Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 452-7490
Miachel May, Reporter
Women In Rock
3014 West William Cannon Drive, No. 424
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 522-1699
info [at] womenrock.org
Jeff Harlan, President
Established: 2000
Women In Rock is an information clearinghouse and online resource showcasing female musicians from a variety of genres.
Texas Times ~ 2
3540 Highway 16 South, Suite C
Bandera,TX 78003
(830) 688-2801
rhondalyn [at] texastimestoday.com
Rhonda Lyn, CEO
Publications online only
Established: 2006
Texas Times is an online-based magazine that focuses on country music and Harley Davidson motorcycles. Texas Times is free for all to read and enjoy but when you subscribe, you become a part of Texas Times "Friends and Family" where you are entered into monthly contests where you can win tickets, backstage passes, T-shirts, cds, and even phone calls or e-mails from featured artist. Home of the Texas Show Down Radio Show and the Texas Music Blend. Helping Artists to make their dreams reality.
North Texas e-News
426 CR 2601
Bonham, TX 75418
(903) 583-2976
editor [at] ntxe-news.com
Allen Rich
Established: 2002
North Texas e-News provides local news and information for the northern Texas region.
ZydecoEvents.com
P.O. Box 2328
Crosby, TX 77532
(281) 462-8115; Fax (281) 462-1345
info [at] zydecoevents.com
Joseph Norman, Jr.
Publicists • Publications online only
Established: 2002
ZydecoEvents.com lists Houston, TX and surrounding area
Zydeco events. Are you interested in reaching thousands of Zydeco Fans? The ZydecoEvents.com website is a wonderful value for your advertising dollar. Event listings (Venue, time, band) are free for events with Zydeco bands that routinely occur during a calendar year for churches, clubs, and restaurants. One time events, such as cruises, festivals, trail rides, events outside Texas, etc... or to promote a business will be subject to the ad rates.
Cornerworld.com, Inc.
12222 Merrit Drive
Dallas, TX 75251
(469) 828-4277
sbeck [at] cornerworld.com
Scott Beck, President and Co-Founder; Kelly Larabee, Co-Founder; Michael Barnett, Vice President Creative
Radio stations online only • Record stores online only
Established: 1999
CornerWorld, Inc.(OTBBB:CWRL) is the new independent media source offering a mash-up of the best Web 2.0 features to help original people create Web 2010. CornerWorld offers free "business manager" services for anyone with sellable content. From comedians to candidates, musicians, models and movie-makers, CornerWorld is committed to celebrating individuality and fostering creation in an intuitive, trusted, grassroots environment. CornerWorld adds live video feeds and capture to enhance the social networking aspects of content sharing, and inserts new functionality that displays, rates and encourages interaction. CornerWorld is easy to visit and free to join in four levels of membership: amateurs, rated amateurs, instant professionals and professionals.
Dallas Music Guide ~ 2
660 Preston Forest Center, No. 218
Dallas, TX 75230
(214) 739-5300; (214) 538-6881; Fax (214) 696-6249
psalfen [at] dallasmusicguide.com
Paul Salfen, Editor; Jessica Torres, Webmaster; Chris Steffan, Writer; Justin Press, Writer
Publications online only
Established: 2001
The Dallas Music Guide is dedicated to bringing you the latest on upcoming shows with local and national acts. Inside you will find exclusive interviews with your favorite bands, cool contests, great live shots, album and show reviews, music news, and more. This is your magazine, so we'd love to hear your thoughts. Please feel free to contact us if there's any information or anything that you think that needs to be added to the site. Check our website often as we will be constantly updating so we can be the best up-to-the-minute source about the live music scene in Dallas. Thanks for visiting and we'll see you out there!
Dallas Urban Events
3427 Portico Lane
Dallas, TX 75241-5057
(469) 879-0196
hitusup [at] urbaneventsnetwork.com
Shana Johnson
Publications online only
Established: 1991
Dallas Urban Events specializes in listing events, not reporting the news, gossip, reviews, etc.... just events! This is where the country turns when they need to know what's happenin' in the Dallas area.
Gorilla vs. Bear
505 Parkhurst Drive
Dallas, TX 75218
(214) 476-8958
chrismc99 [at] gmail.com
Chris Cantalini, Founder / Editor; David Bartholow, Creative
Director
Established: 2005
Gorilla vs. Bear is a Texas-based music blog. Once called "the New Yorker of
hipster blogs," we blog about relevant artists of the day, with no particular
genre-specific focus. Newsweek thinks we’re "influential." In 2008, Gorilla vs.
Bear was recognized by Rolling Stone as one of the web’s "Best Music Blogs" in
the publication’s annual Best of Rock issue. GvsB was also voted "Blog of the
Year" in URB Magazine’s annual readers poll, beating out such luminaries as
Kanye West and the Huffington Post. In 2009, GvsB was named one of the "25 Best
Music Websites" by The Independent UK, alongside famous weblogs eMusic, the Hype
Machine, Pitchfork, and Kanye West. In addition, Gorilla vs. Bear hosts an
award-winning weekly 2 hour show on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio, and frequently
presents live shows in Dallas, Austin, and beyond. We enjoy documenting our
favorite artists via various antiquated photographic media, prompting the
Village Voice to proclaim, "Gorilla vs Bear may have the Polaroid mugshot game
on Kryptonite lock."
Harder Beat
P.O. Box 781702
Dallas, TX 75378
(972) 484-8030; Fax (972) 484-8030
linda [at] harderbeat.com
Linda Hollar, Publisher/Editor
Keven White, Art Director
Harder Magazine - (Everything That Rocks), promoting the DFW music scene, it began as a monthly music publication in May 1993. While concentrating on local music, it also publishes - now online only - articles, concert reviews and previews, and CD/tape reviews of national acts. Publisher Linda Hollar has been covering the rock and metal scene for more than twelve years, having written for five other Texas publications and several publications in other cities. In addition, Hollar has been producing a monthly showcase for more than twelve years. The showcase features local bands and usually brings out 200-300 rock and metal fans. HB sponsors the showcases.
Marq's Texas Music Kitchen
6115 La Vista Drive • Upstairs
Dallas, TX 75214
(214) 388-4249; (214) 827-4860 ext. 33; Fax (214) 824-7240
marq [at] lonestarwebstation.com
Marquetta Herring
Publications online only
Dallas Folk Music Society
Established: 1996
Marq's Texas Music Kitchen is a personal website featuring Marq's favorite music. In memory and honor of the music of Townes Van Zandt and other great songwriters, no matter where or when they recorded. As one of the founding co-owners of Paperbacks Plus in Dallas, Marquetta produces and hosts a variety of performing arts events.
Musea Music • Musea
4000 Hawthorne, No. 5
Dallas, TX 75219-2223
(214) 526-3524
tom-hendricks474 [at] att.net
Tom Hendricks, President / Editor; Art S. Revolutionary, Editor
Record labels • Publications online only • Monthly Publications
ASCAP
Established: 1986
Musea Music (along with Musea Press) is a subsidiary of the monthly newsletter Musea. We are leading the revolution in the arts so here's some guidelines for interested musicians: Rock 'n Roll is over! Bands are out! We want something new. We want high, high quality music with no posers, no shockism. Open to all pros and all kinds of music. Credits include: Tom's Favorites from 12 by 12 (various artists) and Hunkasaurus Hunkasaurus and His Pet Dog Guitar (1995). Musea is a monthly eight-page underground newsletter that's part arts newspaper, part literary journal, and part art magazine. Each issue provides reviews of independent metroplex musicians, artists, writers and filmmakers. We do not accept advertising, sponsors, or government grants. Musea is the newsletter that is leading the revolution in the arts.
Pegasus News
12900 Preston Road, Suite 580
Dallas, TX 75230
(214) 635-1896; (214) 635-1880
sb [at] pegasusnews.com
Sarah Blaskovich, Editor; Shannon Sutlief, Database Editor
Pegasus News is a local news and information service dedicated to bringing you everything -- and we mean everything -- you could possibly want to know about the things that most interest you about the place where you live. We start with the idea that what happens in your neighborhood -- to your family and in your niche areas of interest -- is more important to you than things happening on the other side of town, and certainly far more important than what's happening elsewhere. For that reason, we customize content and advertising for each individual user, in a mechanism we call The Daily You™. We've launched here in our DFW home, but plan to add additional cities soon. If you're interested in seeing us come to your city, let us know.
WeShotJR.com ~ 2
1500 Marilla Street, Room 5EN
Dallas, TX 75035
(214) 670-4054
cliffnotesplease [at] gmail.com
Cliff Notes
Established: 2007
We Shot JR is an online music blog based out of Dallas and Denton that featuring indie rock and underground music.
Denton Record-Chronicle
314 East Hickory
Denton, TX 76201
(940) 566-6877; (940) 566-6860; Fax (940) 566-6888
cbreeding [at] dentonrc.com
Lucinda Breeding, Features Editor; Mariel Tam-Ray, News Editor - (940) 566-6883 - mtam [at] dentonrc.com
Daily newspapers
Established: 1903
The Denton Record-Chronicle is a daily newspaper. Weekly entertainment publication is Denton Time. Denton's population is 100,000, but much of that consists of the thousands of students at our two universities - The University of North Texas and Texas Women's University. We have a city very into music, and we try to serve their needs.
My Denton Music ~ 2
P.O. Box 513
Denton, TX 76202
(940) 594-6469
info [at] mydentonmusic.com
Tony Spiro, Advertising contact
MyDentonMusic.com is a website dedicated to promoting the Denton, TX music scene. With so many venues and bands to fill them up, it's no wonder so many national touring acts make a point to stop off in little D. Located just north of DFW, the vibe of Denton is definitely college town but the music at night can only be described as big city rockin.
El Paso Music Scene ~ 2
11705 Coral Palm
El Paso, TX 79936
(915) 202-8569
bigcheese [at] elpasomusicscene.com
Charles Hurley
ElPasoMusicScene.com is an online webzine catering to the fans and musicians of El Paso, TX. The site is run by Mr. Charles Hurley, who conducts interviews with the bands, writes album and show reviews, and keeps the general public up to date on events and music-related news in the area. EPMS also produces a variety of shows of all genres in the El Paso area.
El Paso's Urban Groove ~ 2
P.O. Box 640311
El Paso, TX 79906-0041
(915) 820-8223; Fax (915) 757-3024
mochaeg99 [at] aol.com
Moni Tucker, Entertainment Manager; Moni Tucker, Publisher; Marc Perry, Editor
Artist management • Music business consultants • Television programming • Publications/Journals
ASCAP
Established: 1998
MOCHA Entertainment Group is in the business of managing/consulting R&B, Dance, Hip Hop/Rap and Gospel music artists. Our services include developing artists, preparing press kits, production and marketing. We produce El Paso's Urban Groove, a publication designed for singers, rappers and dancers as well as a Hip Hop/R&B music video show.
Newspaper Tree
416 North Stanton, Suite 300
El Paso, TX 79901
(915) 351-0605; Fax (915) 577-0581
npt [at] epmediagroup.com
El Paso Media Group; Keith A Mahar, Publisher; Lisa Degliantoni, Editor in Chief
Newspaper Tree is a fast-growing online news and culture publication based in El Paso, Texas, with an emphasis on quality writing and critical thinking. Our daily readership is in the thousands, with 6,000 subscribers to our weekly e-mail newsletter. Our audience includes leaders in business, politics and culture in the region. In addition, we have readers all over the country and around the globe, particularly "El Paso Expats," those who live elsewhere and have developed a taste for quality reporting and writing.
Texas Outside
221 Enchanted Drive
Enchanted Oaks, TX 75156-8302
(903) 451-5033
guide [at] texasoutside.com
Mike Sharp
Texas Outside has been alive and well for over 10 years – that's ancient by today's standards! Texas Outside was originally developed by Lone Star Internet which is an Austin based web development company with an excellent reputation and client base. Today, Texas Outside has over 1800 pages of content and information about outside activities and fun things to do in Texas.
Aversion Media, LLC
P.O. Box 101941
Fort Worth, TX 76185
(817) 249-7916
dan [at] aversionmedia.com
Dan Stewart, Interactive Director; Matt Schild, Editor
Publications online only
Established: 1998
Aversion is an online music publication focused on covering rock, punk and indie artists. Our publication features CD reviews, interviews and daily news, along with song downloads.
DFW.com
400 West Seventh Street
Fort Worth, TX 75206
(817) 390-7701
webmaster [at] dfw.com
Preston Jones, Music Critic
DFW.com is Dallas/Fort Worth's guide to metroplex entertainment.
DFWkaraoke.com
9685 Boat Club Road
Fort Worth, TX 76179
(817) 236-6188
dfwkaraoke [at] yahoo.com
Kirk Richards / Webmaster
817-236-6188
DFW Karaoke.com features complete Karaoke club show listings of bars, nightclubs, lounges hosting Karaoke entertainment in the Dallas Ft Worth Texas Metroplex by Karaoke KJs companies in DFW and throughout all of North Texas! We also provide referrals for those needing karaoke entertainment.
iSupportTexasMusic.com
200 Henderson, No. 1134
Fort Worth, TX 76102
(817) 909-8736
billythorman [at] isupporttexasmusic.com
Billy Thorman
iSupportTexasMusic.com is the world's first and only Texas music social network made for Texas music fans by Texas music fans. Memberships at IsupportTexasMusic.com are absolutely free and include a complimentary e-mail account when you join.
Every member has a customized, personal profile including user likes and dislikes, favorite music, movies, you name it. You can upload your videos, photos, music and every member gets their own online journal, or 'blog', where they can post their thoughts, comments, and stories, which can include embedded photos and videos. Photo gallery, message board, shared media, streaming video, audio, chat IsupportTexasMusic.com has it all and it's about Texas Music.
TexasMadeMusic • TXPosure
P.O. Box 137345
Fort Worth, TX 76136
(817) 905-4555; Fax (817) 237-8001
judymayes [at] prodigy.net
Judy Mayes
Publications online only • Monthly publications
Texasmademusic is the weekly branding report for people that work in the Texas Music Industry. It features indepth articles on: marketing, industry movers and shakers, record labels, artists and venues. It features the weekly TXPOSURE email newsletter with all the latest happenings. www.texasmademusic.com. In our addition to our website www.texasmademusic.com and the weekly TXPOSURE newsletter, we publish a special quarterly four color gloss magazine. It features in-depth articles about the people and places of the Texas Music Industry. The magazine is distributed across the state, and mailed out to professionals in the business. It's a chance for everyone to promote their products and services to a key targeted market.
Galveston Music Scene
2211 Avenue P
Galveston, TX 77550
(409) 621-2099
drs2211 [at] galvestonmusicscene.com
David Stanowski, Owner
Publications online only
Established: 2004
Galveston Music Scene is a service for music fans! For the first time, it provides a complete picture of the Galveston live music scene in one easy-to-use web site. Live music in Galveston is listed by venue, band, performer, genre and date.
limuguide.com
~ 2
4699 Fossil Vista Drive, No. 6304
Haltom City, TX 76137
(817) 845-6300
jasonnolen [at] gmail.com
Jason Nolen, CEO
Established: 2008
Find live music near you at limuguide.com. Buy tickets, get driving directions, listen to artist previews, rate your favorite bands, and more - all at limuguide.com. If it's live music, then we know about it! Limuguide.com currently has live music guides for Austin, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Houston and several other U.S. cities.
David Beebe
2908 Ella Lee
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 523-8854
This account will document different opinions and musings mostly regarding live music and the industry in Texas. Other topics will include RC Cola, Diet Rite, coffee, and business. Music will be the primary focus. I'll also try to revisit some of my memories of music industry past happenings.
Bizarre Records
1905 Du Barry Lane
Houston, TX 77018-5063
(713) 862-6017
mail [at] bizarrerecords.com
Nicholas DiFonzo
These records are from my collection of thrift store and other "junk" records. Most of these are records that mainstream collectors consider too insignificant to bother with. You be the judge!
Generation Next Magazine
P.O. Box 840563
Houston, TX
77284
(832) 489-9858
advertise [at] generationnextmag.com
Scott J Perry
Generation Next Magazine is the only publication committed to supporting and providing exposure to new artist, unsigned artist, as well as the biggest names in the music industry. Generation Next highlights new artist, provides information and tools to assist artists in excelling within the music industry. Generation Next is dedicated and focused on a variety of elements, which are sure to capture our readers attention and imagination. Generation Next brings you the lastest coverage of the music business, fashion, sports, the modeling industry, career & money, lifestyle, love/relationships/sex, politics and technology. We make it our business to communicate with other entertainment promoters to bring Generation Next to the forefront of the magazine industry. Our direct interactions with artists give us that one-of-a-kind experience, which allows artists to see our effort in putting them first and help support their careers. There is currently no other publication like Generation Next on the market right now that compares to our features, editorials, or advertisers.
Hater Magazine
6315 Sutterpark Lane
Houston, TX 77066
(281) 685-0793
Monique Crump, Publisher; Jeffery Crump, Art Director; Jehnifer Henderson, Editor
Monthly publications • Publications online only
Established: 2004
HATER's mission is to bring enlightening informative entertainment to Houston and the surrounding communities. Using humor and editorials, we are a platform for critical observations on our surrounding environment. HATER Magazine is developed by a creative group with combined skills in multi-media, design, journalism and marketing. HATER is published in hard copy quarterly. HATER reaches thousands of Houston’s urban individuals through demographically targeted distribution and interactively though the HATER website.
Houston Calling
4306 Del Milo Drive
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 957-3840
dacobb [at] gmail.com
D. A. Cobb
Publications online only
The goal of Houston Calling is to help promote the music scene in the Houston area by featuring interviews with local and national musicians, reviewing concerts and albums, and editorializing on all aspects of music and the state of the music industry.
Houston Headline
1124 Usener Street
Houston, TX 77009-7315
(713) 864-4323
wilspace [at] houstonheadline.com
Wil Space
Established: 2005
HoustonBands.com • B-There Magazine ~ 2
P.O. Box 460527
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 227-6863; (713) 975-7184; Fax (713) 954-7243
Dennis Lange, Owner; Lonnie Posey; Bert Gilgen; Dennis Lange
Booking agents • Artist management • Promoters • Publications online only
Society of Texas Entertainment Professionals
Established: 1983
Houston Bands.com represents the best in local and international talent. Here is a small sample of artists Houston Bands represents: Rapture, Arrival, Sheila Marshal Band, Kevin Black, Hi-Rize, Nozmo Kings and many more. B-There Magazine is a full color, free newspaper filled with valuable and exciting information about Houston's growing entertainment community. Articles on Houston entertainers, a map of popular locations and complete event calendars are featured. B-There Magazine is distributed in hundreds of Houston's most popular nightclubs, restaurants, music stores and other various locations.
HoustonBands.net
10250 Lands End, Suite 304
Houston, TX 77099
(281) 499-1075
webmaster [at] houstonbands.net
Mark Landrum
Publications online only
Established: 1997
HoustonBands.Net is the premier network for Houston and Texas bands on the Internet.
HoustonSoReal ~ 2
1139 Prince Street
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 261-5102
matt [at] damagecontrolradio.org
Matt Sonzala, Editor
Publications online only • Freelance journalists
Established: 2005
HoustonSoReal is a one stop spot where you can find all the latest info on Houston rap and Matt Sonzala, freelance journalist/radio host/Texas hip hop historian.
JazzHouston.com
10630 Hillcroft
Houston, TX 77096-4708
(713) 729-5379; Fax (713) 729-1427
kel [at] kellydean.net
Andrew Lienhard; Kelly Dean
Publications online only
Established: 1996
Jazzhouston.com was designed with the purpose of promoting jazz music in the Houston area. It also serves as a place for musicians and music fans to discuss issues of the day. The site also features a compilation of local musicians' phone numbers & e-mail addresses. The addresses are live links, allowing anyone from anywhere in the world to send a message to a musician in Houston. Current features include a BBS, weekly editorials, news items relating to jazz & music in the Houston area, album reviews, local club info, & a calendar of performances.
Leslie T's Texas
11152 Westheimer, No. 744
Houston, TX 77042
(713) 780-2290
lesliettravis [at] att.net
Leslie T
Nearly 28 years on the radio - the last 18 at KILT in Houston. I have been involved in programming stations in many markets - including KWKH in Shreveport where I helped revive the Louisiana Hayride and the Texas Roadhouse for KILT. I now handle the booking responsibilities for several Texas based honky tonk bands along with my duties at KILT.
PuroParty.com
Houston, TX 77087-4724
(713) 645-8400; Fax (713) 645-8402
robert [at] puroparty.com
Robert Soto
Publications online only
Welcome to PuroParty.com, Texas' Premier Hispanic-Latino Entertainment Portal! This dynamic E-zine provides you with the latest scoop in Tejano, Latin, norteño, mariachi, conjunto and even the hip-hop scene. Puroparty.com gives you the world's largest database of Texas entertainment venues such as clubs, bars, concert halls, and ballrooms, along with the world's largest database of Spanish lyrics. Reaching a targeted audience of Latinos specifically looking for entertainment, PuroParty.com provides maximum exposure for artists, clubs, concerts, djs, or other entertainment events. PuroParty is updated on a continuous, daily basis, so you always get fresh current news and events. Other features include a calendar where users can input their own events real-time, a message board, and an extensive gallery of always, next-day pics. PuroParty.com, the 'Premier' Hispanic-Latino E-zine Publication of Texas!
Radio Entertainment Guide
8006 Hartford Street
Houston, TX 77017
(713) 454-4903
rickhouston50 [at] yahoo.com
Rick Rivera
Radio Entertainment Guide, based in Houston, TX, serves as a useful tool to help you, the
radio listener, to discover local radio stations in and near the Houston area. While internet radio offers an assortment of radio stations from all over the world. We focus and support our local radio stations.
Reggae Warehouse Music ~ 2
5419 West Airport
Houston, TX 77035
(713) 729-0182
Established: 2007
Reggae Warehouse Music is an experiment. We hope to become the best resource on the web for information about reggae music. New releases, new artists, classics. Everything! We’ll also be launching a radio show featuring music, interviews, reviews, and concert information. Stay tuned. We will entertain you.
The Skyline Network
3906 Gardendale Drive
Houston, TX 77092
(281) 787-2207
adifferentryan [at] gmail.com
Ryan Clark
The Skyline Nework provides music news, gossip, reviews, real talk and drama for the Houston area.
Space City Rock
P.O. Box 541010
Houston, TX 77254
(713) 777-9866
gaijin [at] spacecityrock.com
Jeremy Hart; Mel House; Marc Hirsh
Publications online only
Space City Rock is an e-zine with sharply-skewed view of the world of music, movies, art, & other stuff we like, focusing partly on the Houston scene -- shows, venues, bands, zines, labels, studios, links, and all that.
Texas Music Chart
2500 Tanglewilde, Suite 106
Houston, TX 77063
(713) 952-9221
katie [at] shanemedia.com
JKatie Key, Chart Editor; Ed Shane, CEO
Publications online only
The Texas Music Chart, a weekly publication of Shane Media Services, gives form and focus to Texas Country music to promote the artists and the radio stations that play those artists. More than 80 radio stations report their airplay each week for the Top 50 compilation which is available online and in a variety of newspapers. Shane Media also publishes Best In Texas Music Magazine, a monthly publication that features the artists making music in Texas. More than 30,000 copies are distributed free each month to music stores, radio station events and live music venues across the state.
Texas Street Scene ~ 2
14315 Brownsville Street
Houston, TX 77015
(832) 496-2986
gparrajr [at] yahoo.com
Gerardo Parra
Texas Street Scene is your online video guide to music entertainment in Texas. Watch up to date news on artists from Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin and surrounding areas. Check out interview, behind the scenes footage and exclusive news from teh artists themselves.
Worship Guitar Records & Webzine
132 Pineview Drive
Houston, TX 77012
(713) 923-7501; (713) 299-2933
rmedina [at] worshipguitars.org
Ramón Medina
Publications online only • Record labels
Established: 1994
Worship Guitars continues its emphasis on exposing artists of various genres (rock, folk, psyche, jazz, and so on) through its webpage which emphasizes our "Monthly Freemusic MP3 Singles," Real Audio clips, interviews and reviews. Worship Guitars welcomes unsolicited music from artists or unsolicited articles from writers.
002Houston
1310 Nance Street, Studio C
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 223-5333; Fax (713) 223-4884
Alex Martinez, Publisher
Publications online only
002Houston is about where our readers throughout Greater Houston want to shop, dine, bring visitors, work and live. The pages reflect who our readers are and who our advertisers are. From the chicest boutique opening to a fundraising reception for a cherished Houston charity, 002Houston covers Houston's vibrant social scene each month with photos of the movers and shakers who keep it happening. So we've become the go-to source for all that Houston offers in the way of restaurants, nightlife, shopping, museums and galleries, theater, dance, art, sports and fashion.
DallasMusic.com
4912 Wedgeview Drive
Hurst, TX 76053
(214) 683-6890
dallasmusic [at] hotmail.com
Darin Wakely, Owner; Gin-E, Editor
Publications online only
Established: 1996
Dallasmusic.com offers PA rentals, sound engineers, accepts press releases, press kits from publicists promoting new artists touring the Texas area, CD reviews and releases from local, regional, and national acts. We cover all forms of music.
Salsa Dallas
Irving, TX 75063
(214) 923-9404
salsadallas [at] sbcglobal.net
Luis Delgadillo, Owner
Publications online only
Unsigned The Magazine
P.O. Box 165116
Irving, TX 75016
(469) 583-2516
robbie [at] unsignedthemagazine.com
Robbie Wilcox
Unsigned, The Magazine is a publication designed to give maximum exposure to independent artists and labels. In addition to covering the music and lifestyles of the aspiring; Unsigned, The Magazine also features major celebrities and businesses as informative insight for the up and coming. The website offers cover stories, audio, video, event photo galleries, film reviews and entertainment news. We are bridging the gap between you and the world by giving you visibility to your target audience.
Enhouston.com
P.O. Box 1216
Katy, TX 77492
(713) 874-4722
admin [at] enhouston.com
Nelson Bort, Owner
Publications online only
Established: 2004
Enhouston.com posts the schedule of community events for the greater Houston area.
Houston Beats
601 Laurel, Suite B
La Marque, TX 77568
(409) 935-8811; Fax (443) 592-1464
info [at] houstonbeats.com
Houston Beats is an online forum for the Houston rap and R&B community.
atxlivemusicvenues.com
5920-A Lago Vista Way
Lago Vista, TX 78645
(512) 496-7951
lhewpad [at] yahoo.com
Lily Hewgley, Designer
Established: 2008
atxlivemusicvenues.com is strictly an Austin Texas Live Music Venue search. You can search the venues by venue name, music genre and/or zip/area code. We hope to add a search for bands in the future.
East Texas Gig Guide
4119 Thomas Street
Longview, TX 75605
(903) 663-5388
Luke Weese
Publications online only
East Texas Gig Guide is East Texas' number one online source for entertainment news.
Music-calendar.com
605 North Colton
Lubbock, TX 79416
(806) 793-0145
webmaster [at] music-calendar.com
Jeff Hofacket
Publications online only
Established: 1999
Music-calendar.com provides a calendar listing of events and shows in Texas. We provide
this service to local musicians completely free of charge and offer advertising to area businesses.
Texas Music Machine
1461 County Road 386
Justiceburg, TX 79330
(512) 638-3921; (806) 792-8954
robin.dillard [at] texasmusicmachine.net
Robin Dillard, CEO; Jimmie Mason, Artist Relations
Established: 2007
Texas Music Machine - Where Texas Musicians sell their music to the world and fans can download the sounds of Texas! Launched in late 2007, Texas Music Machine is a web portal that features Texas music of all kinds...rock, country,
Tejano, gospel, blues, jazz, and more...all in MP3 format. Musicians with Texas roots can join Texas Music Machine at no cost, and each artist or band has their own page to showcase material and link to and from their website. Fans can buy music, listen to music samples, add links to their web pages, write reviews, and recommend songs to other Texas music fans. There's also a state-wide calendar, top charts for each genre, and a forum to talk about Texas music and happenings around the state.
Virtual Lubbock ~ 2
6304 CR 7470
Lubbock, TX 79424
(806) 698-0974
virtualubbock [at] netscape.net
Chris Oglesby
Established: 2000
In 1998 writer and long-time Lubbock denizen Christopher Oglesby embarked on a literary project called "Fire in the Water, Earth in the Air: Legends of West Texas Music", an attempt to answer the question: "Why are there so many remarkable, innovative artists from Lubbock, Texas?" Since March 15, 2000, virtualubbock.com has been Oglesby's vehicle in his quest to understand the mythology of his hometown. Chris Oglesby was reared and educated in Lubbock, Texas for 24 years. He graduated from Lubbock High School, and received his bachelor of arts and doctor of jurisprudence degrees from Texas Tech. Chris has spent the better part of the last twenty years telling the world, person by person, face to face, how cool Lubbock really is.
Austin Town Hall
901 Second Street
Marble Falls, TX 78654
(830) 693-7400
info [at] paraveldesign.com
Trent Walton
Established: 2008
Austin Town Hall is the best music blog in Austin. ATH has some awesome features -like our Friday Top 5s and ATH Interviews. Packed with links of recent popular and must-read articles.
The Howdy.com
3505 Wind Flower Lane
McKinney, TX 75070-9477
(903) 819-1145
info [at] thehowdy.com
Jason Gray, CEO
Established: 2010
The Howdy.com is the sister web-site to The Social Pulse.com which has proven for the last seven years, that we are and will continue to be the premiere online information source for nightlife entertainment in the Metro-plex. With the creation of The Howdy.com we will now become the leading live music source for the Dallas/Fort Worth area with plans to cover the state of Texas then take it national over the upcoming months. The Howdy.com will provide exclusive content and information on local concerts, live music, restaurants, trends, events, politics, technology, culture, and much more. Our growth and popularity will be based on our huge online community, site members, clients, guests that visit the site daily and will allow everyone to gain unparalleled access into the live music and entertainment scene.
TheSocialPulse.com
3505 Wind Flower Lane
McKinney, TX 75070-9477
(903) 819-1145
info [at] thesocialpulse.com
Jason Gray, CEO
Established: 2003
TheSocialPulse.com is an online entertainment publication and marketing source for selected cities, providing exclusive content and information on nightlife, hot spots, restaurants, music, fashion, trends, events, politics, technology, culture, and much more. The website includes an online community, members, clients, guests networking with personal profiles, photo / video galleries, and blogs. With TheSocialPulse.com, anyone can gain unparalleled access into the upscale entertainment and social scene.
Radio and Beyond
2010 Ashford Lane
Midlothian, TX 76065
(972) 775-8527
larry [at] radioandbeyond.com
Larry Simpson, Owner; Beth Brown, Manager
Established: 2008
Radio and Beyond was built to promote music, artists, and cd's. While also providing a totally reputable music chart. We also provide free audio chat rooms where fans can discuss music, sing karaoke, or just chat with their microphones and let their friends see them on webcams. You will get to hear new singers both live, and on cd in our chatrooms, and on our radio station. We also offer webhosting, and will build you a high quality music site for a fraction of what most will charge you.
LoneStarMusic Magazine
1243 Gruene Road
New Braunfels, TX 78130
(830) 643-0318; (800) 896-8742; Fax (830) 626-8411
kim [at] lonestarmusicmag.com
Clair Devers; Kim Rainer; Michael Devers
Established: 2007
LoneStarMusic Magazine is a bi-monthly publication featuring Texas music artists from the legendary to the new indie artists.
Austin Metro Entertainment DBA • DS&F Communications
P.O. Box 1583
Pflugerville, TX 78691-1583
(512) 251-1882; Fax (512) 251-1909
info [at] austinmetro.com
Derrall Frost, Owner/Editor
Publications online only
Established: 1993
Austin Metro Entertainment (AME) is an online entertainment and live music guide for Austin and Central Texas, with entertainment ranging from children and family, to venues that are more adult but does not include sexually oriented entertainment or venues. All entertainment listed within AME is submitted by venues, artists, bands, organizations etc, or their agent. AME does not retrieve information from websites or third party publications. AME will publish special events from anywhere within the State of Texas and maintains a "Public Service Announcements" page for non-entertainment information. All entertainment will be listed free of any charges or obligations, and there are no deadlines, however early submission is strongly encouraged. Your listing will be updated with any follow-up press releases. AME faxes the Entertainment and Music listing to Austin area Hotel/Motels, Visitors Center and other information services weekly.
Texas Music Journal
8920 Pocono Drive
Plano, TX 75025
(214) 673-1481
contact [at] texasmusicjournal.com
John South; Sam Moore; Brian South; Cyndy Moore
All Genres
Publications online only
Established in 2009
Community journal for Texas music professionals, musicians, businesses and fans to connect and share Texas music news, events, concerts and history.
FineLineLive.com ~ 2
835 Ridgedale
Richardson, TX 75080
(214) 766-2802
finelinelive [at] gmail.com
Cindy Chaffin, Owner / Promoter
Publications online only
Established: 2002
The Fine Line supports, promotes and celebrates Dallas-Fort Worth-Denton music, art, photography and culture. The site launched on June 10 and is chock full of audio/video of live performances, interviews with musicians, artists, photographs and loads of local, regional, national and international music babble.
Rhythmweb
P.O. Box 836711
Richardson, TX 75083
(972) 644-7331; Fax (972) 644-7331
webmaster [at] rhythmweb.com
Eric Stuer
Publications online only
Surf Rhythmweb for the best on the Web regarding the world of rhythm and percussion based music. We love and listen to jazz, funk, blues, R&B, Cajun music, reggae, African pop and folk styles, samba, candomble, you name it. Lovers of percussion & drums, drums, drummers, drumming, percussionists and musicians rejoice! The web is alive with interesting and vibrant rhythm cultures.
LocalMusic360.com
6816 Lonehill Court
San Antonio, TX 78227-1852
(210) 380-9685
franka3 [at] aesatx.com
Frank Alvarado III, Webmaster; Fred A. Perez, III, Music Critic
LocalMusic360.com, promotes local music in and around the State of Texas. There are links to area bands, an events calendar, Weather, News and a "Band of the Month" feature.
Love to Sing!
6865 Camp Bullis Road
San Antonio, TX 78256
(830) 537-5634
alexisanthony1 [at] yahoo.com
Alexis Anthony
All about singing! Singing links, resources, articles and more. All styles of music including: jazz, opera, barbershop, pop, rock. Get a chance to be a featured vocalist on the weekly featured page!
SAEvents.org
San Antonio, TX 78210
(210) 212-9373
angela [at] saevents.org
Angela Martinez
Publications online only
SAEvents.org is the definitive San Antonio events calendar and web directory.
SAmusicandart.com
227 Rose Lane
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 733-1928; (210) 745-0892
joe [at] joebarfield.com
Joe Barfield, Moderator
Publications online only
Established: 1998
SAMusicAndArt sends out a weekly email-only bulletin outlining interesting music events, art openings, festivals and other cultural happenings in the San Antonio area. The publication is subscription based, attending to 5,000+ customers.
San Antonio Music Business Expo
P.O Box 201090
San Antonio, TX 78220
(210) 227-4821; Fax (210) 226-5009
editor [at] sambe.org
John Q. Pardini, Owner
Publicists • Record labels
Established: 1986
San Antonio Music Business Expo is an organization created in 1992 to help promote the San Antonio music industry and the music industry in general. We publish a weekly Live Music and Events guide for San Antonio and surrounding areas, including some listings for Austin, Dallas and Houston. A Touring Concerts and Events guide, Gig of the Week page and a Club and Venue Guide are also available. E-mail: editor [at] sambe.org for free gig listings, local and international band links and VERY BASIC web-pages; http://www.sambe.org/bands/Your%20Listing%20Here.html. For Submission Policy go to Web-Site: http://www.sambe.org/index_Submission%20Policy.html.
Suzi's Rock Page
9914 Tioga
San Antonio, TX 78230
(210) 694-6046; (210) 287-5087; Fax (210) 694-6046
suzisrockpage [at] sbcglobal.net
Susan Muegge, Editor
210 694-6046; 210 287-5087; Fax 210-694-6046; Fax 210-694-6046; 210 287-5087; Fax 210-694-6046
Established: 2001
Suzisrockpage.com is a Texas based music webzine focusing on Texas as well as National artists. We feature Texas music events from local to national touring shows with reviews
and photos. Suzis Rock Page other features include the latest music equipment with retailer's links. Also CD reviews, and weekly Rock listings in San Antonio and around Texas! Come Join us
Tejano Journal
930 Fresno Drive
San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 785-9977; Fax (210) 785-9977
webjefe [at] ondanet.com
Abel Hernandez
Publications online only
Established: 1995
Tejano Journal is the oldest, largest and most popular Tejano Music related web site and message board on the internet.
Texas Music Mob
23770 Cibolo Vista
San Antonio, TX 78261-2642
(210) 651-4959
erik [at] texasmusicmob.com
Erik Christensen
Texas Music Mob is here to support and help promote Texas/Americana Music and all the great artists. We will also strive to be one of the most informative yet fun Texas Music web sites. Complete with tour dates where Texas/Americana Music can be heard. We will also introduce you to Texas/Americana Music artists with our Artist of the Month (artist you probably heard of) and Upcoming Artist of the Month (artist you may not have heard of but need to watch for them). NEW Legend of the Month we pay honor to a legend that paved the way for many artists. We also will do different projects that are geared to helping artists and Texas/Americana Music continue to explode. We hope you enjoy our site and please feel free to give us any feed back on this site. Keep Supporting Texas/Americana Music !
Texas Music Times
9522 Bertram Street
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 364-1076; Fax (210) 855-6812
keith [at] texasmusictimes.com
Henry K. Howerton, President
Established: 2006
Texas Music Times is a company and organization dedicated to Texas and Americana music. The company's business lines include a monthly newsprint magazine distributed in 10k to 15k copies throughout the region, a dynamic website, artist management, promotion, and booking, talent buying and show production for selected venues and events. The mission of the company is to promote Texas and regional music and enhance the success of the artists the company establishes relationship with, as well as, provide information and entertainment services to the public.
OnThatNote.com
224 Old Main, 601 University Avenue
San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 245-3481
clroyal [at] gmail.com
Cindy Royal, Assistant Professor of New Media, Texas State University
Established: 1997
OnThatNote.com is a photo and video music blog created by Texas State University Assistant Professor of New Media, Cindy Royal. The site features live streaming video from various Austin and San Marcos live music venues.
SanMarcos.com
P.O. Box 684482
Austin, TX 78768
(512) 803-0753
contact [at] austin.com
Sean French, Owner
(512) 803-0753
Established: 2004
San Marcos.com is locally owned and run. We would like to become your source for area events, site info, history,
lodging, and everything else San Marcos. Please feel free to contact us with your interests and
suggestions. We will soon be featuring a San Marcos.com business directory and San Marcos.com user accounts. sean [at] austin.com
Jus' Jazz Media
P.O. Box 2326
Stafford, TX 77497-2326
(281) 773-9346; (281) 499-5096
jusjazz6 [at] flash.net
Sheldon T. Nunn, Media Correspondent
Publications online only • Publicists
Established: 1995
Jus' Jazz Media provides the best alternative source of information pertaining to live and prerecorded jazz music. As a media outlet, CD's, concerts, festivals and plays are reviewed in various publications. In addition, the company serves as publicists for jazz artists and organizations. Jus' Jazz Media also provides an introspective perspective and viewpoint regarding America's oldest original art form.
EBandBuilder.com
1424 Stanley Avenue
Sweetwater, TX 79556
(214) 208-5241
Bobby Haney
Publications online only
Let ebandbuilder.com help you Find Austin, Abilene, Brownwood, San Angelo,
Dallas / Ft. Worth local musicians. Searching... looking... for guitarists,
Drummers or Singers? ebandbuilder is a Non Profit or "Free" Musician Resource
developed by musicians to aid anyone seeking a guitarist, drummer or singer to
build a country, classic rock, metal or bottle blow'n bucket beat'n local band
in the Hill Country, Big Country, Metroplex, Permian Basin, Big Bend.(pretty
much anywhere in Texas and growing) Not a member yet? Then become one with the
guarantee that you'll NEVER be required to pay a thing to access the site or
contact other members. Just click CreateMyProfile and join the rapidly growing
ebandbuilder family today.
TexasMusicWorld.com • Texas Music World Radio Show
P.O. Box 371
Taft, TX 78390
(361) 290-1299; Fax (361) 528-3436
easton [at] texasmusicworld.com
Easton Santos; Rory Braun
Publications online only • Radio programming
Established: 2005
TexasMusicWorld stands for the best in real Texas music! Texasmusicworld.com, Radio Show and Online Radio!
Puro West Texas Party
2401 North First
Tahoka, TX 79373
(806) 441-4553
purowestxparty [at] aol.com
Raymond Hernandez
Publications online only • Photographers • Record stores
You have it, we show it. We are your West Texas party internet connection. Tejano, Norteno, Duranguense, Banda, R&B, Hip-Hop, Reggaetton. Be On The Lookout For Your Portable Mobile CD Store From PuroWesTxParty.com. We Will Be In Your Town Soon. Support Our Hispanic Culture. Visit Your Local Store. For Your Copy Of Your Favorite Artist Music CD.
Request Your Favorite Song On Your Favorite Radio Station. Or Ask For It To Be Played At Your Favorite Club, From Your Favorite DJ's, and Radio Stations.
Country Music Classics
3702 Pleasant Grove Road
Texarkana, TX 75503
(903) 832-3407
classics [at] countrymusicclassics.com
Doug Davis, Owner / Writer / Editor / Publisher
Publications online only
Established: 1998
Country Music Classics is a free daily email newsletter - containing news and information on classic country music and artists from the 1950's through the 1980's. Features include "Stories Behind The Songs," "Questions & Answers,""Today In Country Music History,""Where Are They Now,""This 'n That" and much more. To subscribe go to www.countrymusicclassics.com
Local Music Guide ~ 2
560 Concord Street
Vidor, TX 77662-6004
(409) 769-9899; Fax (775) 227-6680
Tommy Mann, Jr.
Publications online only
Established: 2001
Local Music Guide is the total music information source for Beaumont, TX and the surrounding area. We cover almost all forms of music. Specializing in providing information about local bands in this area, as well as regional and national acts that travel through the area. You can find local concert listings, event coverage, interviews, cd reviews, mp3's, and links to local bands and venues as well. The total music information source for Southeast Texas!
Galley Winter
2108 Century Drive
Waco, TX 76712
(281) 224-6519; (254) 716-3411
jp [at] galleywinter.com
Brad Beheler; Brian "Doc" Monnone; Jon Paul "Hogleg" Long; Ryan "Tank" Hargrave
Publications online only
Galleywinter is your No. 1 resource for all things Texas music.
Club Kingsnake
P.O. Box 104
Walburg, TX 78673
(512) 791-6536
Jeffrey Barringer, President / CEO
Club Kingsnake is part web-zine, part blog, and 100% fun with concert reviews, music news, videos, interviews, and a huge concert photo gallery. Check out the main site at "http://club.kingsnake.com for details!
Roots Music Report
13501 Ranch Road 12, Suite 103-327
Wimberley, TX 78676
(512) 847-8346; (877) 532-2225
rmr [at] rootsmusicreport.com
Shane Cody, Sales / Promotions Director; Jessica Irish, Editor; Robert Bartosh, General Manager / Reviews and Articles
Publications online only
Roots Music Report encompasses a variety of different musical genres and their offshoots. Deeply rooted in, and directly proportional to, the ongoing development of American culture and society, Roots Music features alternative and traditional country, American folk, roots rock, blues, and bluegrass music. The Roots Music Report was developed to mirror the activities of these various formats and will feature weekly music charts and reviews, as well as articles on roots music, artists and labels. These charts will identify and help develop new recording artists, independent record labels, and bring to light the careers of many exceptional but otherwise "unknown" performers.