Song of the Day – KUTX

The latest installment in Jim Eno’s Project Traction mentorship program (whose mission is to create a more gender inclusive audio production and engineering industry), comes from Fort Collins, Colorado. Songwriter Elka gives us “Husk”: a deeply intimate and reflective indie-pop track rooted in grief and dressed in effortless elegance courtesy of Project Traction member (and […] The post Elka: “Husk” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Releasing their self-titled debut album today, Austin’s A Band Called Ma is giving us our daily dose of nostalgia through the 90s-inspired rhythm guitar and abstract lyricism featured in their single “SALT.” This track was the last single released for the album, acting as the final taste of what’s to come from their self-produced and […] The post A Band Called Ma: “SALT” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin's Dom Francis brings a hazy, rain-soaked feel to “Alligator Rain,” pairing a laid-back groove with a sound that feels a little strange in the best way. There's a looseness to the track that lets the instrumentation breathe, while Francis' vocals keep things grounded. It's an easygoing listen with a little mystery around the edges. The post Dom Francis: “Alligator Rain” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin's Seth Celdrán brings a sharp, swaggering edge to “Stiletto,” a track that blends a driving groove with sleek production and plenty of attitude. There's something effortlessly cool about the way the song moves, balancing its darker edge with a rhythm that keeps it light on its feet. “Stiletto” has just enough bite to make […] The post Seth Celdrán: “Stiletto” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

*The Hole Story is powered by Austin Beerworks* Long before Shakey Graves was filling theaters around the world, Alejandro Rose-Garcia was finding his footing at Austin's Hole in the Wall, where an early happy-hour residency helped shape the artist he would become. More than a decade later, that connection remains. In 2026, Shakey brought his […] The post Shakey Graves: “When the Love Was New” [The Hole Story] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The past is coming up from behind on the debut single from Louisville, Kentucky synth trio Modiste. The 80’s-inspired group employs exclusively analog and digital vintage instruments and toys to invoke a true pastiche of your favorite smokey 80’s underground music with just a whisper of the modern age. Think Jane Leo meets Kate Bush […] The post Modiste: “Breaking My Own Heart” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Paige Plaisance is carving out her own lane with a sound she coins “Swampytonkin'.” Raised on a farm near the muddy banks of the Mississippi River, the Austin-based singer-songwriter and pianist is back with her highly anticipated second full-length album, Swampwater. Recorded at Austin's famed Finishing School and produced by Jonathan Tyler, Swampwater further establishes Plaisance as a masterful, […] The post Paige Plaisance: “Waiting” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Coming from the Los Angeles Music scene, the LA duo “BLUUM” (with two Us) is blossoming with some quality 90s inspired alternative music. This track wants to bring it back to when rock ruled the world. The pair produced this song alongside their debut self titled album from their LA apartments. Who knows? Maybe this […] The post BLUUM: “Tough Break, Kid” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Looking to fill your Thursdays this August? Austin sardonic power-pop group Magic Rockers of Texas are holding down this month’s residency spot at one of our favorite venues: the Hole In the Wall. They’re kicking it off tonight with guests Slomo Drags and Quinn Decker and the LLC. We’re throwing it back to their latest […] The post Magic Rockers of Texas: “Where Did My Life Go” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Ruben Ramos, known to many as “El Gato Negro,” was not born in Austin, but his work over the last seven decades has earned him a sculpture in the city among other greats like Willie Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaughan. His work with Los Super Seven, a group featuring Freddy Fender, Joe Ely, Flaco Jimenez, […] The post Ruben Ramos + Carrie Rodriguez : “Ay Me Duele” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

2026 has been a big year for New York’s Jesse Malin. The East Village icon released his memoir  Almost Grown: A New York Memoir in April, and the run of his autobiographical concert-theatre production Silver Manhattan was extended this spring at New York’s Bowery Palace. The production partially discusses his relationship with friend and D […] The post Jesse Malin: “Hollywood Forever” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Nourishing, gritty, wood-smoked, and road-worn are all words that have been appropriately (and lovingly) used to describe the Americana songwriting of Illinois’s David Quinn. The upcoming album Down & Dirty was written purely for the joy of the game, and boy does it show. Quinn sticks to his compelling and illustrative storytelling with licks and […] The post David Quinn: “Long Time Gone” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin alt-country sweetheart’s Next of Kin are back with their first new song (and dare I say, bona fide bop) since the release of last year’s Homemaker EP. “Dimestore Jesus” starts fully blossomed with their signature harmonies for a “beautifully honest track about carrying the burden of the savior complex: the tendency to pour everything […] The post Next of Kin: “Dimestore Jesus” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austins Alex Hartley’s “I Believe“ was born from one of life’s hardest moments, written after a crisis during his and his wife’s IVF journey. The song reflects the strength it takes to stand beside someone you love through uncertainty, pairing heartfelt lyrics with warm Americana instrumentation that never overshadows the emotion. It’s an honest reminder […] The post Alex Hartley: “I Believe” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

A native Texan with a tri-coastal career spanning Austin, Los Angeles, and New York, Quentin has appeared at major festivals including Austin City Limits Music Festival and SXSW while earning a reputation for fearless live performances and genre-defying songwriting. Dubbed a “genre-hopping hustler” by the Austin Chronicle, they have evolved from their glam-rock roots with […] The post Quentin: “Peanut Butter Cigarettes” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin electronic duo Warm Sound (who you’ve heard on KUTX) are back with “Better Days,” the title track to their upcoming third album out this fall. Lush and groovy, the new song is more ambient than their trip-hop roots, marking a new, more ethereal, meditative sound from the duo, “pairing intricate production with an equally […] The post Warm Sound: “Better Days” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The new single from Austin’s Stalefish marries two of my favorite things: 90’s indie rock with a story about an underdog, which, admittedly, is really the thesis of 90’s indie rock. “Superstar” is our first taste of the group’s new polished sound (but like a Matador Records sort of polished), and the group says it […] The post Stalefish: “Superstar” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

I hope you get tangled in the tendrils of this next group. Ivy Mine is a diy indie/alternative band based in Austin Texas. This Track off the upcoming album Keep the Chaos Close brings sparkling vocals and snarling guitars The post Ivy Mine: “500 Days” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin-based artist Tvlormvde blends house, pop, and R&B on “Heat Wave,” a standout from the new EP Sometimes on Wednesday. Built around classic house grooves, live instrumentation, and an infectious hook, the track sticks with you long after it’s over. With another Texas summer in full swing, “Heat Wave” is a fitting soundtrack for the […] The post Tvlormvde: “Heat Wave” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

KUTX’s June 2026 Artist of the Month, Touch Girl Apple Blossom, crafts songs that hit straight at the most tender part of your heart. The band's new album, Graceful, is a collection of jangly, nostalgic pop songs that feel lived-in and intimate. The group is heading out on a Midwest tour next week that includes […] The post Touch Girl Apple Blossom: “The Springtime Reminds Me Of…” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Woody Russell’s “Cross This River, Take Up This Fight” settles into a steady, rootsy groove, with warm acoustic textures and vocals that feel both weathered and inviting. It’s the kind of song that lets the arrangement breathe, giving every lyric room to land while building a quiet sense of momentum. The post Woody Russel: “Cross That River, Take Up This Fight” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin band Wild Heaven premiered their debut single on Song of the Day two years ago. Now, they’re back with a brand-new single with the familiar raucous, post-punk energy that we love. “Dust in the Night Sky,” an upbeat single that lands between post-punk, shoegaze, and neo-psych rock, chronicles mischievous all-night adventures with a wink […] The post Wild Heaven: “Dust in the Night Sky” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Ryan Wen put it best: Kurt Vile is like Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and Neil Young with Stephen Malkmus as the head. The blues-meets-slacker rock musician’s tenth studio album, Philadelphia’s Been Good To Me, is his “bringin it home to Philly” album, largely recorded in his home studio there and his first release […] The post Kurt Vile: “Pretty Pimpin'” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

We’ve gotten really acquainted with Dallas hip-hop group Cure for Paranoia this year, and their meteoric rise has been a joy to be a part of and to watch from the sidelines. The winners of the 2026 NPR Tiny Desk Contest hit their Austin tour stop a couple of weeks ago, making a pit stop […] The post Cure for Paranoia: “The Artshow” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Slow Pulp has a way of making introspective songs feel inviting, and “Better Man” is no exception. Soft guitars and Emily Massey’s understated vocal give the track room to breathe, capturing the complicated feeling of wanting to grow while still figuring things out. The song comes from an album that leans into subtlety, favoring mood […] The post Slow Pulp: “Better Man” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In the midst of a nearly year-long tour, Austin indie-Americana breakouts Briscoe have released “The Heart of Texas.” The song commemorates the anniversary of the horrific Kerr County floods that devastated entire communities and families and resulted in the deaths of around 60 people, including children. The song is what I would call “cinematic Americana,” […] The post Briscoe: “The Heart of Texas” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

David G. Smith shines a light on an often-overlooked piece of American history with “Hero Street,” a moving tribute to the eight Mexican American soldiers from one small Illinois neighborhood who gave their lives in service. Anchored by understated acoustic guitar, heartbeat-like drums, and mournful steel guitar, the song honors both the sacrifice of these […] The post David G. Smith: “Hero Street” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

During the oppressive heat of the summer, it’s easy to long for a breeze – and today’s song, “Rungs of Love” by Jenny Gillespie Mason, feels like one. In this single from In the Safety of the Light, Mason’s debut solo album, the Northern Californian artist croons about finding love and focus in a chaotic […] The post Jenny Gillespie Mason: “Rungs of Love” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The new album from Rhode Island indie-folk group Deer Tick, Coin-O-Matic, is a slice-of-life of the group’s hometown of Providence, which serves as our main character, with an album of vignettes that stitch together to illustrate the town’s “once-speedy past” and the gallery of characters wherein. But the town also has secrets. On “Mary Singletary,” […] The post Deer Tick: “Mary Singletary” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin’s Sweet Limb blends alt-R&B, hip-hop, soulful grooves, and lo-fi textures into music that feels both intimate and expansive. Led by Chris Robinson, the project pairs emotional vulnerability with head-nodding production. Sweet Limb performs tonight at The Drop-In, opening for Jackie Venson. The post Sweet Limb: “Dopamine” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin’s Restos turn close calls and near misses into an indie-rock anthem on “No Cigar.” With jangly guitars, a driving rhythm, and just the right amount of grit, the track captures the feeling of chasing something that’s always a little out of reach—and having a good time anyway. The post Restos: “No Cigar appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

It gives me such joy to see Daisy O’Connor returning to the studio and the stage. The Austin-based, genre-fluid singer-songwriter took an unexpectedly long break from gigging and songwriting, feeling the block and burnout from relentless touring. Then, on a trip to New York City, the Concrete Jungle worked its magic, and inspiration struck. “LIRR” […] The post Daisy O’Connor: “LIRR” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

For KindKeith, love is collective and nonlinear. The new album On Love, the Austintie not only meditates on the answer to their own question of “What does love mean to you?” but they brought in a multitude of collaborators to reverberate the fluid, complex, and multi-faceted relationship we all have with love. And it’s all […] The post KindKeith: “I Wanna Buy A Home With You” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

KUTX May 2026 Artist of the Month, EddieAngel, finds himself at the forefront of a new wave of R&B artists reshaping the sound of alternative soul in Austin and beyond. Fronted by singer-songwriter and seasoned vocalist Angel Estrada, the project has steadily built momentum through emotionally grounded lyricism and a growing local fanbase. Alongside him, […] The post EddieAngel: “PAYASO” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin artist Quentin celebrates identity, self-acceptance, and the city that helped shape them on the upbeat new single “Lucy in Disguise.” Inspired by the iconic South Congress costume shop, the song pairs bright indie-pop energy with a sense of nostalgia, while the self-directed video turns Austin into a dreamlike backdrop where memory, transformation, and home […] The post QUENTIN: “LUCY IN DISGUISE” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin's most musical intergalactic cult and former Artist of the Month are back with their third annual Grandmaster Gala at the State Theatre this Saturday. Their sound defies both space and time, so it’s fitting that we're rewinding it back to their Studio 1A session from February, where they performed tracks off of their second […] The post Grandmaster: “Feel It Coming” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

If you’ve ever been curious about what the love child of dream pop and Americana would sound like, Kristin Diable has the answer. The New Orleans singer-songwriter’s new album Impossible Things is her boldest to date, enhancing her Americana background with swelling textures and cinematic depth, like a current you’ve entrusted to be your guide. […] The post Kristin Diable: “One Man On the Road” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

It’s been nearly seven years since post-rock/emo band American Football released LP3, but it wasn’t meant to be. Writing the new album hit its first snag in 2020, with the band finding it veritably impossible to write and collaborate effectively over Zoom. Cracks were becoming insurmountable. Then the group saw the fallout and departure of […] The post American Football: “Wake Her Up” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin’s Cast Iron Shoes song “Little Bird” is written around themes of borders and escape. It carries a sense of longing and resilience that feels deeply personal. Inspired in part by growing up in a trailer without electricity or running water, the song turns hardship into something hopeful, pairing vivid storytelling with a warm, wandering […] The post Cast Iron Shoes: “Little Bird” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The work of Milan-based cinematic funk group Calibro 35 has traveled stateside before, via samples by Jay-Z and Dr. Dre. But their latest project – a soundtrack for the 2025 documentary Ellroy vs. LA – offers a view of one of America's most well-known cities through a noir lens. In Riots, their latest single, a […] The post Calibro 35: “Riots” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Macabre, baroque, drastic. So goes the debut album from Brooklyn’s Bella Litsa, but it’s also been at her core since she began playing the piano at six years old, finding an affinity for minor chords and rewriting pieces from songbooks to make them reflect darker, deeper tones. Paired with a spectral-like, operatic voice and inspiration […] The post Bella Litsa: “Angelica” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin-based garage rock band Day Friend lean into something more expansive on “Street Light,” blending their psychedelic punk roots with a growing pull toward indie rock and alternative textures. The track marks a clear genre shift while keeping the loose, lived-in energy that defines their sound.“Street Light” centers on that tipping point where responsibility starts […] The post Day Friend: “Street Light” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

I heard your Riot Grrrl bone was itching. Allow me. CorMae has everything I love: women with guitars and a heap of snarled attitude. And you may be wondering why they aren’t part of this summer’s Hot Summer Nights line-up. My friend, they will be on the road opening for of Montreal! But, before they […] The post CorMae: “ADHD” [Live In Studio 1A] appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Sadie Fine blends indie pop and dream pop into something that feels both intimate and cinematic with “Just Drive.” The production is soft and atmospheric, creating a late-night feeling that perfectly matches the song's emotional weight. Lyrically, it captures the need to escape your own thoughts for a while — not necessarily to find answers, […] The post Sadie Fine: “Just Drive” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Self love and Afro-carribean beats – what else could you want from a summer anthem? Sierra Velez, a newcomer to the Austin scene originally from New York, is dedicated to transport listeners to a tropical getaway. This song is sure to make you feel much closer to the ocean rather than the rivers and lakes […] The post Sierra Velez: “Lovin’ On Me” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Following their 2021 EP and some breadcrumbed singles, Austin indie-folk duo Deer Fellow are releasing their debut full-length album Hues on May 29th. But it hasn’t just been music released into the void. In the last five years, the duo have been Sonic Guild grantees, SXSW official artists, and, most recently, members Matt Salois and […] The post Deer Fellow: “Hues” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Primo the Alien and CHROMETONGUE bring the cool girl energy on their new release “Cool Girl” — a perfect mix of polished and slightly chaotic. Huge synths, slick production, and the kind of energy that makes you want to drive a little too fast at night. It feels icy while still being fun, and every […] The post CHROMETONGUE ft. Primo the Alien: “Cool Girl” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Many horror stories become our favorite laughbale memories thanks to the gift of time, and Austin alt-rock pop group BOO85 (boo-eighty-five) articulate this well in their new single “Funny Story,” where the mantra is “sit with it, laugh at it, relinquish it.” Emphasized with layered, catchy pop-rock hooks, Go-Go’s -like vocals and harmonies and enough […] The post BOO85: “Funny Story” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Picture this: you’re crusing around Barton Springs listening to your favorite radio station wink wink, and the fuzzy pulse and twinkly synth sparkles of Muse’s “Starlight” flood your car. Suddenly, inspiration strikes. So goes the story for Emilie Basez, one-half of Austin world-folk duo Her Mana. Like a long-term relationship response to the original’s falling […] The post Her Mana: “Starlight” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Austin-based Lani Thomison, aka Street Peach, is fresh off an Ari Lennox after-show at Stubbs and returning to Song of the Day with her latest single, Cloud 12. Produced by Chris Beale of Magna Carta, this song muses on the soaring highs of a romantic relationship in her unique alt-R&B style. With a warm guitar […] The post Street Peach: “Cloud 12” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

It’s been a minute since we’ve heard from Danny Malone. Following a bit of a hibernation period, the Austin-based singer-songwriter (and former Sonic Guild grant recipient) had a prolific songwriting year in 2025, penning over 60 songs. As he puts it, his inspiration was “a long battle between my ego and my spirit, and the […] The post Danny Malone: “Leaves” appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.