I hope everybody is doing well. Im a 40 year old guy in South Austin looking for people to jam with. I, like many others, started playing guitar during the pandemic and would love to find some people to hang and jam with occasionally. Full disclosure, ive never really jammed before so some patience might be needed.

I have a few guitars including a Baritone and a Bass VI so I can do my best to cover a wide range of sounds. (Jam buddies are also welcome to play the guitars i have as well if that sweetens the pot at all.)

Dont care about age, gender or genre. Just looking for good people. South Austin would be preferred but I can travel as well. Hope to hear from yall in the comments or you can just shoot me a dm.

Hi! My name is Julian and I've been hunting for local bands to go see that are in the rough pop rock/indie pop/alternative pop genres. Would love to support the pop scene but don't know where to start. I want to find similar sounds to my band Midnight Spies since we just moved from Houston to Austin. Sounds like The 1975, Peter Gabriel, Caroline Polachek, Sam Fender, Bleachers, Rush, The Police, and maybe some M83. Broadstrokes. I know about Animal Arcade so possibly similar music to that as well!

Hey y’all. I posted the other week about a multi instrumentalist. Sadly we’re in need of a drummer now as well. We practice on Thursdays in a private space in north Austin, we can be flexible tho. We’ve had some moderate success with getting a couple singles played on local radio this year, and we’re hoping to do a lot more in the next year. We’ve got a lot of new music written already. We’re trying to go in a more sparse and experimental direction, really into Fontaines D.C., Arab Strap, Massive Attack, early Gorillaz. If that sounds cool, let us know!

https://thepanicofficeatx.bandcamp.com

I have a band called Engine of a Film that I wrote and recorded everything for.

I’ve found most of a band to play shows with but the trouble is finding a guitar player capable of playing the parts so we’ve decided to try to find a singer and just have me play guitar

I’m looking for someone who’s down to sing the “old” songs as well as write new material with us- anyone with references we can hear to the front!

Thanks for looking!

https://open.spotify.com/track/34YR9PS52AfasN3VXSC5tl?si=UIMVqhg4TNa0oBWxpcmhxg&utm_source=copy-link

Anybody else having trouble getting booked?

When I first moved to Austin back in 2021, I didn’t have any trouble getting booked to play gigs. It was usually at smaller venues, but I played Saxon Pub during SXSW and used to have some regular spots I got booked at a lot.

Ever since about 2023, I’ve really struggled to land any consistent gigs, and more often than not, I get no response when I reach out to different places asking to play. If I do get a response it’s usually something like “we’re booked out for a while.” I used to play at least a show a month, and now I might get to play 2 or 3 times a year.

Artist friends I’ve talked to all seem surprised that I’m having trouble getting booked, because they aren’t having the same bad luck I am.

Anyone else feeling this struggle, and does anyone have any advice on what I can do to break back into the local music scene?

We are a Dallas band trying to get down in the central TX area. Band is name Arenales Alternative rock band. Anyone help us out for some November gig?

Don’t respond to this posting with a bunch of nonsense bullshit about what you’ve done and who you’ve done it with. If you respond, leave your contact information and when you’re available to let the music happen. Otherwise, fuck off.

Hey Austin creatives!! :) I know this is for musicians but I am wanting to find a videographer who knows how to make music videos so I thought this would be the perfect space to connect.

I just moved to the Austin area and I’m really excited to connect with other artists out here!

I’m a Chicana indie/alternative pop artist currently working on releasing new music, and I’m looking for a videographer who loves getting creative as much as I do!

I LOVE artsy visuals, unconventional concepts, cinematic shots, and anything that feels a little dreamy, experimental, or outside the box. I’m really passionate about the storytelling behind my music, and I’d love to find someone who gets excited about bringing those stories to life visually.

I’m not looking for cookie-cutter music videos. I want to make ART!! Something that makes people feel something.

I’d also love to build genuine connections with other creatives in the city. I’m new here, so finding my artistic community is a big part of this, too!

If you’re a videographer (or know someone), please drop your Instagram, portfolio, or previous work! I’d love to see what you’re creating.

Guitar/vocal & drummer here.

Looking for a bass player to help bring that low end to our sound.

Original music only with plenty of material to show for.

This is just an example of an improvised jam we had recently.

Your creativity is needed so any material we share is your canvas.
Thanks

Terra Cognita is an Austin band playing dark indie rock with industrial and post-punk edges. We’re looking for a bassist to join an active working band. We are playing out regularly, releasing music, and booking more shows.

Some Credentials:

• Played the closing Sunday slot at Northern Nights & Dirty Bird Campout within our first year as a band
• 1,200-person Contemporary Austin headline
• Two sold-out 150-cap debut headlines
• 10 SXSW 2025 sets alongside Revenge Wife
• 6,500+ monthly listeners on Spotify, with a new single out roughly every month this year

What’s ahead:

• Several out-of-state runs being lined up for next year
• A steady calendar of good local shows
• Happy to share specifics on inquiry
• Paid: guaranteed minimum for every show you play, plus travel and lodging covered on the road

Who we’re looking for:

• Solid, reliable player who locks in with drums and serves the song
• Comfortable with dark, textural, groove-driven material (think Radiohead, Leisure, Interpol, The Mars Volta). We're not playing jazz here but the lines are a bit more advanced. Bass is arguably the most important instrument in our music. A proficient - advanced player with an obsession for fx and tone is ideal. If you're able and willing to do anything else (synth, percussion, etc.), that's a plus!
• Available for regular rehearsals at our private studio in South Austin (Menchaca / Ben White area) and open to travel for tours
• Have access to your own gear and transportation
• Professional: shows up prepared, on time, and communicates
• Experienced and comfortable on stage
• Easy to get along with. We spend a lot of time together in vans, rehearsals, and show days, so good hang matters
• BIPOC, Women and LGBTQ+ players highly encouraged to reach out

Vibe-Check:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4QYmUyCxGV3heecD8zxwQd
• Website: https://terracognitamusic.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terra_cognita_music/

If it sounds like a fit and a project you would be excited about, DM me with a bit about yourself and a link to something you’ve played on (video, recording, or a band you’ve been in). We're looking for someone passionate about this kind of music and ready to get after it. Cheers y'all

Hey there I’m a 35 year old black male that’s always had a great voice but truthfully only started singing publicly about a year ago. Don’t know why it’s taken so long to bring it outside of my shower/bedroom but singing is one of the few things that truly brings me peace. Not too sure what I’m actually looking for but I do know I need to Sing! I’ve ignored my calling for long enough. More then willing to showcase my skills for whoever may be interested, but feel free to shoot me a message if you could find some use for me.

29 yo female vocalist songwriter, can play beginner intermediate keys. looking to start a band - I want to actually write some music and get out there and play shows eventually. inspired by beach house, big thief, slow pulp, fazerdaze, balance and composure, fog lake, slowdive, lots more. I'll be new to performing live but have DIY recorded tons of my own stuff. If you're interested and have the time to dedicate, please hit me up

My band is looking for another member! We’re really looking for someone who can do multiple things. We move around a lot, so sometimes you might want to be able to pick up the bass, and sometimes you might be working with synths or samplers(we have equipment we can provide). We practice on Thursdays in a private space in north Austin. We’ve had some moderate success with getting a couple singles played on local radio this year, and we’re hoping to do a lot more in the next year. We’ve got a lot of new music written already. We’re trying to go in a more sparse and experimental direction, really into Fontaines D.C., Arab Strap, Massive Attack, early Gorillaz. If that sounds cool, let us know!

https://thepanicofficeatx.bandcamp.com

I like producing and writing things in the vein of Armand Hammer, Ka, Theravada, or Navy Blue. If you're interested Let me know. If not but you know a good place to look let me know too! Thanks 🎵👍

Yo i play guitar in FTS. Seeing if anyone in the austin area can shred on the kit, wants to join a tech/death metal band with live experience and doesnt mind playing to a click. Band name is Forced to Surface.

Hey everyone! My name is Marcus, and I’m a musician and app developer based in Fort Worth. I recently launched EventBid, a new booking platform, and I’m looking for performers to sign up.
It’s completely free for performers, with 0% commission on bookings. Organizers pay a 10% booking fee.
I’m actively working on promoting the platform and bringing in gigs for performers. If you’re interested, check it out!

Http://eventbid.app

Music from Spirals, Wild Wren, Rival Waves, and Noelle Grey & the Imaginary Band

After working live-production gigs at Monk's Jazz Club and Baller TV as a TD plus Moody Center, the Paramount, and COTA as a stagehand I've decided to branch out on my own and start building something independently.

Most of my livestream experience has been around jazz, but I'd love to work with more of Austin's local music scene. Indie bands, singer-songwriters, small venues, and artists who want to share their performances with a bigger audience.

I'm in the early stages of building my freelance operation, so I'm keeping things lean and working with artists to find solutions that fit their needs and budgets. You don't need to be playing a stadium or selling out a big venue to deserve quality live video.

Whether you're looking for a livestream, performance footage, or a way to help people discover your music online, I'd love to talk about what we can make work.

If professional production has felt out of reach for you or your band, feel free to reach out. I'm looking to build relationships with local artists and grow alongside the Austin music community.

Drop your music or send me a DM , I'd love to see what you're working on!

Posted an example of FORMER work setup and get an idea.

Seeking vocalist for blues-psychedelic-folk rock project. Age 20-35. Seeking someone with the grit and soul of Ann Wilson or Stevie Nicks. Message if interested.

Hi. I'm Jude (drummer) and Todd is our singer/guitarist. We are putting together a new heavy project in Austin.

We are looking for a bass player who can move mountains and a second guitarist to add weight and flavor. The ability to do backup/harmony vocals is a huge plus. You should have solid, appropriately loud gear and ideally have been around the block with live shows, touring, recording, etc. The goal of the project is to play shows ASAP. It doesn't matter if the name of the project eventually changes.

If you're into the demos, shoot us some examples of your playing. Cheers!

[toddrobert73@gmail.com](mailto:toddrobert73@gmail.com) and/or [soundresearch@icloud.com](mailto:soundresearch@icloud.com)