The cool kids w/ free sol, dj mel
Wed. 08/20 | 7:00PM @ Emo's (Red River)
In an era when the majority of hip-hop music dominating the mainstream sounds like it was all stamped out in the same factory, The Cool Kids came out of nowhere last year with a style that is …more»
“88” is hardly a coincidental track name. With its dawn-of-Def Jam bang clamoring through June’s The Bake Sale EP, Chi-Town’s Cool Kids drop enough kick-snare minimalism to throw James Todd Smith for a loop. Out banging elbows with hip-hop’s elite on this summer’s Rock the Bells tour, Mikey Rocks and Chuck Inglish split their Windy City time shopping fly gear and laying bars for When Fish Ride Bicycles, due out this fall. – Chase Hoffberger
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When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth, Dikes of Holland, Follow That Bird, This Horn of a...
Wed. 08/20 | 7:00PM @ Beerland (Downtown)
When Dinosaurs Ruled The Earth are making a name for themselves in Austin, creating sounds that are comparable to the Pixies, Sonic Youth, Pavement, and other bands who ruled the 90's alte…more»
KGSR Blues on the Green - Doyle Bramhall and Gary Clark Jr.
Wed. 08/20 | 7:30PM @ Zilker Park (South Austin)
Xiu Xiu, Carla Bozulich, Common Eider King Eider + Free Death is not a joyride Aft...
Wed. 08/20 | 9:00PM @ The Mohawk (Red River)
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The second song on Evangelista’s latest album, Hello, Voyager (Constellation), hits the nail on the head. Carla Bozulich howls, “I’m inclined to keep my mind,” over a militaristic beat and flailing guitar, her rant punctuated by short screams. The song’s called “Smooth Jazz.”
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PSYCHOTROPIC w/ live music by The Tunnels, DJs Scorpio & Whiplash
Wed. 08/20 | 9:00PM @ Club de Ville (Red River)
New & classic psychedelic + visuals every 1st & 3rd Wednesday at Club de Ville. Hosted by DJs Scorpio & Whiplash. Live musical guests. 9am-2pm. Free. 21+.Wednesday, August 20th liv…more»
The Spazmatics - The Ultimate New Wave 80s Show!
Every Wednesday 9:30PM @ Cedar Street (Warehouse District)
The Spazmatics live at Cedar St every Wednesday night. The Ultimate New Wave 80s show!
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Sunglasses & Mushrooms, Mike Anaya, Proper Villain Soundsystem
Wed. 08/20 | 9:00PM @ Flamingo Cantina (East Sixth)
NO CONTROL Homegrown Live
Wed. 08/20 | 9:00PM - Wed. 08/20 @ Merkaba Lounge & Grill (Pflugerville/Round Rock)
Homegrown Live gets kicked off this round with a metal show at the Merkaba. Three Bands for $1 (Over 21) $3 (18+) 930p - Vulcan's Anvil1030p - Remember This1130p - The High Cost of Living
Austin Poetry Slam
Every Wednesday 7:30PM @ The Independent at 501 Studios
The Austin Poetry Slam is a weekly event that showcases 12 amazing and original spoken-word artists in a no-holds barred, raucous, energized competition. That's right: we assign scores to art!…more»
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Club Beezle Happy Hour every Wednesday in August!
Every Wednesday 6:00PM @ Hole in the Wall (Campus)
Come join Club Beezle every Wednesday in August (beginng July 30th) for FREE Quality Live Music, good food, drink specials, and great people at the Legendary Hole in the Wall. Show start…more»
FREE BEER WEDNESDAYS @ CUBA LIBRE! Performance by J.J. Usher
Every Wednesday 9:30PM @ Cuba Libre (Warehouse District)
Cuba Libre and Pyramid Audacious have partnered up this Wednesday to provide FREE BEER from 9:30pm - 11:30pm. Its no cover and one of Austin's most popular musical artist's J.J. Usher will be …more»
Millionaires w/ Hypercrush, Brokencyde & The Arrival (inside)
Wed. 08/20 | 7:00PM @ Emo's (Red River)
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Casual South Austin Wednesday Night Ride
Every Wednesday 6:30PM @ Donn's Depot (West Fifth)
Leave from Don’s Automotive 1636 South First between 6:30 – 7:00. About 10+ miles, average a little over 10 mph. Lately we’ve been doing a loop including Barton Hills Blvd an…more»
Wonky Fire Fest
Every Wednesday 9:00PM @ The Tiniest Bar in Texas (West Fifth)
Fire dancing, cheap drinks, amazing music. Seriously. courtesy of electricavenueatx
The Best Soul Dance Party In Austin!
Every Wednesday 10:00PM @ TC's Lounge (East Side)
Bring Your Dancing Shoes for the Soultastic Sensation! The Best Soul Dance Party in Austin. It's a Soul Track World and you'll love livin' here...For the Professional Party Person...Every wee…more»
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Wednesday Special: $1 White Trash Cans (Lone Star and PBR Tallboys, Schlitz, Pearl...
Every Wednesday 11:00AM @ Black Sheep Lodge (South Austin)
Plus $20 Pitchers Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka Drinks!
Tito's Vodka Benefit for Michelle's Angels/Komen Breast Cancer Foundation's "Race ...
Wed. 08/20 | 7:00PM @ Stubb's Bar-B-Q (Red River)
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Tighten Up Dance Party
Every Wednesday 7:00PM @ Beauty Bar (Red River)
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What could be better on a Wednesday night than go-go dancers and free giveaways? The Tighten Up Dance party is back with ‘60s and ’70s soul and rock tunes from Brian Tweedy, Emily Hoover and Michael Byers. Put on your best duds and come out for a night of loungin’ and groovin’.
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Matt the Electrician, Southpaw Jones
Every Wednesday 8:30PM @ Flipnotics Barton Springs (South Austin)
At Flipnotics on Barton Springs
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XL CD Review – Southpaw Jones – ‘Bedroom Demos Vol. 1: Zero Demand:’
A little wit goes a long way in folk music, but more goes even further. Southpaw Jones understands. more at www.austin360.com
Wednesday Special: Mexican Night All Night!
Every Wednesday 4:00PM @ Third Base Downtown (West Sixth)
$2.50 on All Mexican Beers, $3 Margaritaville Rita's on the Rocks
Wednesday Night @ The Continental Club with Jon Dee Graham and James McMurtry
Every Wednesday 10:30PM @ Continental Club (South Austin)
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Austin singer-guitarist Jon Dee Graham’s gnarled background continues to serve him well. more at www.avclub.com
Austin Poetry Slam
Every Wednesday 8:00PM @ The Scoot Inn & Bier Garten (East Side)
The Austin Poetry Slam is a weekly event that showcases 12 amazing and original spoken-word artists in a no-holes barred, raucous, energized competition. That's right: we assign scores to art!…more»
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Happy Hour 4-8: $2 Domestic Bottles & $2 Wells + free entree w/ coupon from Do512
Every Wednesday 4:00PM @ Third Base Round Rock (Pflugerville/Round Rock)
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Retro 80's night feat. DJ Protege 10pm-2am on SIX Patio
Every Wednesday 10:00PM @ Six Lounge (Warehouse District)
La Mona Loca
Every Wednesday 7:30PM @ Ruta Maya (South Austin)
FREE Intro to Salsa lessons will be provided by Street Salsa from 7:30-8:30pm with proof of Ruta Maya food or beverage purchase. Your receipt will be your dance ticket. Stay to dance to the mu…more»
Kat Edmonson
Every Wednesday 7:00PM @ Eddie V's Edgewater Grille (Warehouse District)
You've heard her voice everywhere from the airwaves to your local Austin watering hole and upscale cocktail lounges. Her name is Katherine Edmonson (known on stage as Kat) and she is resurrect…more»








Chicago hip-hop duo The Cool Kids (Mikey Rocks and Chuck Inglish), stirred the sheets in 2007 with well-received live shows and a sleepy, bass-burbling single called “Black Mags.” This year will almost certainly be their breakout: They’ve signed to Chocolate Industries, an underground hip-hop label with releases by Money Mark, Vast Aire, and Lady Sovereign, and they have an uncommonly dexterous way of infusing boom-bap beats with clever rhymes and hipster cool. The Cool Kids will play here in support of their long-delayed debut, The Bake Sale. Opening: Free Sol, DJ Mel.