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Music commission aims to turn down volume at venues

When you live in the live music capital of the world, noise is always an issue. Monday night, the Music Commission discussed ways to help solve Austin's high noise level.

Music commission aims to turn down volume at venues

11:37 AM

Backstage Pass: New album from Ben Kweller

In this edition of “Backstage Pass,” YNN’s Andy Langer talks with Ben Kweller about his new album, released on his own independent label.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Backstage Pass: </em></span> New album from Ben Kweller

02/03/2012 01:07 PM

Backstage Pass: K-NACK 107.7 reunion

Austin's first alternative rock station, K-NACK 107.7, may be gone, but it's not forgotten. A weekend-long celebration will be held in East Austin to commemorate the station's 20th anniversary. Our Andy Langer explains in this edition of "Backstage Pass."

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Backstage Pass: </em></span>K-NACK 107.7 reunion

01/27/2012 10:57 AM

Backstage Pass: Austin Music Awards

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Austin Music awards. Find out how to cast your ballot in this edition of “Backstage Pass.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Backstage Pass: </em></span> Austin Music Awards

01/20/2012 02:03 PM

Legendary blues singer Etta James dies in Calif.

Lupe De Leon, James' managers, said the singer died early Friday at Riverside Community Hospital.

Legendary blues singer Etta James dies in Calif.

01/20/2012 01:36 PM

Backstage Pass: Ruby Jane benefit

Other musicians are pitching in to help one local artist in need. Find out more in this edition of “Backstage Pass.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Backstage Pass: </em></span> Ruby Jane benefit

01/12/2012 01:20 PM

Teens rock out for chance to play big gig

The final auditions for Jamfest were held at Westlake High School Saturday. The event showcases musicians under the age of 21, and also raises money to help pay teacher salaries in the Eanes school district.

Teens rock out for chance to play big gig

01/08/2012 01:26 PM

Backstage Pass: Celebrating Townes Van Zandt

A new book celebrates the influential songwriting of Townes Van Zandt. Find out more in this edition of “Backstage Pass.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Backstage Pass: </em></span> Celebrating Townes Van Zandt

01/06/2012 02:50 PM

Emo’s Red River venue holds final show

Emo’s on Red River Street held its final show in downtown Austin Friday night. The iconic music venue opened a new location on East Riverside Drive in September.

Emo’s Red River venue holds final show

12/31/2011 10:39 AM

Backstage Pass: Top Austin releases of 2011

In this edition of "Backstage Pass," YNN's Andy Langer takes a look back at Austin music in 2011 and suggests his favorite albums out of the scene.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Backstage Pass: </em></span>Top Austin releases of 2011

12/30/2011 01:25 PM

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Austin's reputation as the live music capital of the world mean's there's never a shortage of live music. Let YNN's music expert Andy Langer help you decide which shows to watch. Each Thursday Langer gives you his top picks for the week ahead in our Livewire. Langer also takes us backstage of some of the most anticipated concerts music events in Central Texas introducing us to local and world renowned musicians. Join Langer in Backstage Pass every Friday.