ROCK ON, AUSTIN! The Thrilling Tributes, Blistering Beats, and Unforgettable Honors of the 43rd Annual Music Awards: The Ultimate Celebration of the City’s Sonic Soul

The 43rd annual Austin Music Awards is just around the corner, and I, Rupaliparda, have got the scoop! This prestigious event, presented by Cap Metro and the Austin Chronicle, is the ultimate celebration of the city’s thriving music scene. As I delve into the fabulous world of music, I’m reminded of the golden age of filmmaking, where the likes of Bergman and Hitchcock reigned supreme. Yes, darling, the parallels are uncanny!

Before the big day, the Chronicle has outlined the winners of the 2024-2025 Austin Music Awards. Drumroll, please… The nominees are as follows:

BEST OF THE YEAR

• Band of the Year: Being Dead
• Best New Act: Grandmaster
• Musician of the Year: Gary Clark Jr.
• Songwriter of the Year: Taméca Jones
• Album of the Year: Gary Clark Jr.’s JPEG RAW
• Song of the Year: "What About the Children" by Gary Clark Jr. and Stevie Wonder
• Music Video of the Year: Die Spitz’s "I Hate When Girls Die" (dir. Joe Marks)

HALL OF FAME

• Bill Campbell
• Earl Poole Ball
• Michael Corcoran
• Jay Trachtenberg

BEST BY GENRE

• Best Blues: Gary Clark Jr.
• Best Country: Sentimental Family Band
• Best DJ: DJ Cassandra
• Best Electronic: Night Drive
• Best Experimental: Water Damage
• Best Folk/Bluegrass: Erin Ivey
• Best Hip-Hop/Rap: Riders Against the Storm
• Best Jazz: Grandmaster
• Best Latin: Superfónicos
• Best Metal: Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol
• Best Pop: Touch Girl Apple Blossom
• Best Punk: Big Bill
• Best Rock: A Giant Dog
• Best R&B/Soul: Taméca Jones
• Best World: Golden Dawn Arkestra

BEST AUSTIN MUSICIANS

• Best Vocalist: Camille Lewis (Sentimental Family Band)
• Best Drummer/Percussionist: Thor Harris
• Best Guitarist: Gary Clark Jr.
• Best Horns: Big Wy’s Brass Band
• Best Pianist/Keyboardist: Marcia Ball
• Best Miscellaneous Instrument: Gary Newcomb (pedal steel)

INDUSTRY AWARDS

• Best Record Store: Waterloo Records
• Best Live Music Venue: Continental Club
• Best Music Festival: Levitation
• Best Music Photographer: Pooneh Ghana
• Best Live Music Booker: Resound Presents
• Best New Club: Kingdom
• Best Record Label: Spaceflight Records
• Best Recording Studio: Arlyn Studios
• Best Producer: Adrian Quesada
• Best Radio Personality: Laurie Gallardo (KUTX)
• Best Radio Station: KUTX 98.9FM
• Best Radio Show: Left of the Dial (KUTX)
• Best Poster Artist: Billie Buck
• Best Music Residency: Jackie Venson (Antone’s Nightclub)
• Best Live Sound Engineer: Lydia Fortuna
• Best Instrument Repair: South Austin Music
• Best Equipment Rental: Rock n Roll Rentals

MUSIC NONPROFIT

• Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM)

MOST CREATIVE EVENT

• HAAM Day

And, darling, that’s not all! The art of storytelling is akin to weaving a tapestry, and this piece is my masterpiece. It’s a colorful mosaic of music, intrigue, and wit, with a hint of exclusivity and allure. Thus, I bring you the 43rd annual Austin Music Awards – the ultimate celebration of the city’s thriving music scene. Come, join the party, and let’s raise a glass to the music!

Original Story https://www.austinchronicle.com/music/2025-02-28/the-winners-of-the-43rd-austin-music-awards/
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