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The Austin Chronicle's 44th Austin Music Awards

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Rock out at The Austin Chronicle's 44th Austin Music Awards, the ultimate bash celebrating Austin's vibrant music scene! Happening Sunday, March 1, 2026 at the legendary Antone's Nightclub, this epic night features award presentations, Hall of Fame inductions, and killer live performances by winners, nominees, and special guests like Ben Kweller, Antone's Allstars, Tomar & the FCs, and more.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, show kicks off at 7:00 PM – get ready for non-stop tunes!
Expect funky blues sets, indie rock vibes, political post-punk, and genre-blending closers.
Honor local legends with star-studded collabs featuring Jackie Venson, Eve Monsees, and hip-hop icon Tee-Double.
Portion of proceeds support the SIMS Foundation for musicians' mental health.

Don't miss this high-energy tribute to Austin's talent and creativity – grab tickets and join the party!

The Venue

Antone's Nightclub at 305 E 5th St in Austin, TX, is the legendary Home of the Blues, founded in 1975 by Clifford Antone in a gritty downtown spot on Sixth Street.

From its explosive opening with zydeco king Clifton Chenier, the club has rocked with blues giants like B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Ray Charles, and James Brown, while launching local stars such as Stevie Ray Vaughan and the Fabulous Thunderbirds.

Started as a funky furniture store turned music haven, defying the era's redneck rock scene.
Moved around Austin—Guadalupe near UT, Riverside, and back to its spiritual Fifth Street home in 2015.
Over 50 years, it's a living shrine to authentic blues, drawing crowds for soul-stirring nights of live music magic.

Step inside for that timeless vibe where the blues never dies—pure Austin legend!