Austin’s music scene took center stage during a special edition of We Are Austin as the show celebrated the incredible local artists who continue to make the city the Live Music Capital of the World.
Hosted by Sierra Waggoner, the Summer Music Mix showcased an incredible lineup of Austin-based musicians spanning genres from Americana and blues to country, rock, folk, conjunto, soul, and pop.
We Are Austin’s Summer Music Mix: featuring the artists who make Austin come alive!
Throughout the special, viewers were treated to unforgettable performances while discovering the unique stories and sounds that make Austin’s music community unlike anywhere else.
The celebration kicked off with powerhouse vocalist Courtney Santana, whose commanding stage presence and soulful performance set the tone for a morning filled with exceptional local talent.
The celebration kicked off with powerhouse vocalist Courtney Santana, whose commanding stage presence and soulful performance set the tone for a morning filled with exceptional local talent.
Americana artist Ella Reid followed with a captivating performance of Your Place or Mine, delivering heartfelt storytelling and rich vocals that immediately drew listeners in.
Americana artist Ella Reid followed with a captivating performance of Your Place or Mine, delivering heartfelt storytelling and rich vocals that immediately drew listeners in.
Blending blues, swagger, and unmistakable personality, Jeremiah Jackson brought his signature “Glam Daddy Blues” style to the stage, proving why he has become one of Austin’s standout performers.
Blending blues, swagger, and unmistakable personality, Jeremiah Jackson brought his signature “Glam Daddy Blues” style to the stage, proving why he has become one of Austin’s standout performers.
The special also highlighted Austin’s rich cultural diversity through a moving performance from bilingual singer-songwriter Estani Frizzell. Joined by Aaron Salinas and Joey Guerrero, Frizzell performed a song honoring her grandmother, Rosita Lopez, celebrating her lasting impact on conjunto music while paying tribute to family, heritage, and tradition.
The special also highlighted Austin’s rich cultural diversity through a moving performance from bilingual singer-songwriter Estani Frizzell. Joined by Aaron Salinas and Joey Guerrero, Frizzell performed a song honoring her grandmother, Rosita Lopez, celebrating her lasting impact on conjunto music while paying tribute to family, heritage, and tradition.
Keeping the energy high, Adobro showcased his unique blend of Texas charm and Filipino Island soul, delivering the kind of performance that makes it impossible to stay seated.
Keeping the energy high, Adobro showcased his unique blend of Texas charm and Filipino Island soul, delivering the kind of performance that makes it impossible to stay seated.
Irish-born, Austin-based artist Andrea Magee brought together Americana, folk, and Celtic soul, creating a sound that reflects both her roots and the vibrant music community she now calls home.
Irish-born, Austin-based artist Andrea Magee brought together Americana, folk, and Celtic soul, creating a sound that reflects both her roots and the vibrant music community she now calls home.
Alternative rock-pop artist Kelsi Creek, joined by Ryan and Lucas, continued the celebration with a dynamic performance of Honesty, showcasing thoughtful songwriting and infectious energy.
Alternative rock-pop artist Kelsi Creek, joined by Ryan and Lucas, continued the celebration with a dynamic performance of Honesty, showcasing thoughtful songwriting and infectious energy.
The future of Austin music was also on full display with a performance from recent high school graduate Andrew Tran, whose talent and musicianship hint at an exciting career ahead.
The future of Austin music was also on full display with a performance from recent high school graduate Andrew Tran, whose talent and musicianship hint at an exciting career ahead.
Adding another layer to the morning’s diverse lineup, Thelonious Love, featuring Sean Maddox, performed The Work, bringing soulful grooves and infectious energy that perfectly captured Austin’s vibrant live music scene.
Adding another layer to the morning’s diverse lineup, Thelonious Love, featuring Sean Maddox, performed The Work, bringing soulful grooves and infectious energy that perfectly captured Austin’s vibrant live music scene.
Closing out the special, West Texas Exiles delivered an encore performance of Wind’s Gonna Blow, sending viewers into the weekend with a reminder of why live music remains at the heart of Austin’s identity.
Closing out the special, West Texas Exiles delivered an encore performance of Wind’s Gonna Blow, sending viewers into the weekend with a reminder of why live music remains at the heart of Austin’s identity.
From rising stars to established local favorites, the Summer Music Mix celebrated the artists, cultures, and musical styles that make Austin one of the most dynamic music cities in the world. More than just a collection of performances, the special highlighted the creativity, passion, and community that continue to define the city’s ever-evolving soundtrack.
Whether through Americana, blues, folk, rock, soul, country, or conjunto music, each artist shared a piece of what makes Austin’s live music scene so special—proving once again why the Live Music Capital of the World continues to inspire audiences one performance at a time!
We Are Austin’s Summer Music Mix: featuring the artists who make Austin come alive!