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Ian Moore-Austin modernday folklore 30 years!

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Get ready for a night of guitar wizardry and timeless songwriting as Ian Moore brings Modern Day Folklore back to life in Austin to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a special vinyl release show!

Event: Ian Moore – Modern Day Folklore 30 Years! Vinyl Release
Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM
Where: Antone’s Nightclub, 305 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78701
Age: 21+ event

This show marks three decades since Ian Moore’s acclaimed album Modern Day Folklore first dropped, blending Texas blues, roots rock, and soulful vocals into a sound that helped define an era of Austin music. Now it’s back on vinyl, and there’s no better place to celebrate than at one of the city’s most iconic listening rooms.

Expect a set packed with fan favorites from Modern Day Folklore alongside deep cuts and surprises from Ian’s rich catalog. His live performances are known for:

Smoldering guitar work that channels classic blues with a modern edge
Soulful, expressive vocals that carry equal parts grit and heart
Dynamic band interplay that can move from hushed intimacy to full-on, foot-stomping rock

Whether you’ve had this album in constant rotation since the ’90s or you’re just discovering Ian Moore, this is a chance to hear these songs in the way they were meant to be experienced: loud, live, and surrounded by fellow music lovers. The fresh vinyl pressing makes the night extra special, turning the concert into both a listening party and an anniversary celebration.

Why you’ll want to be there:

A rare, dedicated celebration of a landmark album in Ian’s career
The chance to pick up the new vinyl release and pair it with fresh memories
An intimate club setting where you can actually feel the amps and soak up every solo

Round up your fellow blues and rock fans, dust off your favorite concert tee, and get ready to honor 30 years of Modern Day Folklore with Ian Moore at Antone’s. This one has “instant classic” written all over it.

Venue Details

Step into the soul-stirring world of Antone's Nightclub—the legendary 'Home of the Blues' that's been rocking hearts since 1975!

Founded by blues visionary Clifford Antone, this iconic spot started as a sandwich shop turned music haven on Sixth Street, launching with zydeco legend Clifton Chenier. It hosted blues giants like Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Ray Charles, and launched stars such as Stevie Ray Vaughan and the Fabulous Thunderbirds. After epic moves across Austin—from Guadalupe to Riverside and back—it settled into its vibrant downtown digs in 2015, a two-story gem perfect for live jams.

Grab a beer-steamed 'Cliffy Dog' or famous Po' Boy sandwiches, straight from family roots!
Catch electrifying shows from rising talents to all-time greats.
Feel the spirit of 50 years of blues magic in every note and groove.

Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the blues, Antone's delivers non-stop energy and authentic vibes that'll have you dancing all night!