The Austin Chronicle, SXSW, and Stratus Properties are proud to present the 35th annual Austin Music Awards on Sunday, March 12, 2017 at ACL Live at the Moody Theater, with proceeds benefiting the SIMS Foundation.
For over three decades the Austin Music Awards has been responsible for honoring the local music community and recognizing the best Austin artists, bands, and industry masterminds which have forged Austin's international music reputation.
Join us in celebrating our 35th year with music by:
Texas Songwriters performance by Lyle Lovett, Steve Earle, and Kat Edmonson, and more.
Femmes for SIMS featuring: The Trishas, Kelly Willis, Erika Wennerstrom, The Bluebonnets, Jackie Venson, Carolyn Wonderland and LouLou (of Thievery Corporation and Night Glitter)
Fab 5 Freddy presenting a one-of-a-kind collaboration with Grammy winners Grupo Fantasma, featuring Jai Malano, Brownout, and Sabrina Ellis (of Sweet Spirit and A Giant Dog)
Performances come backed by Austin Music Awards Musical Director Charlie Sexton and Mayor Adler’s House Band – Michael Ramos, Conrad Choucroun, and George Reiff.
An opening blessing and performance by The New Generation Children’s Choir
Special Awards:
The first-ever Townes Van Zandt Award will be presented to musician and artist Terry Allen, who will perform with Joe Ely and other special guests
Rose Reyes, honoree of the Margaret Moser Award celebrating a trailblazer in the music industry.
Hosted by
Laurie Gallardo and Rick McNulty of KUTX