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July 7: ATXM Night Shift Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic (FREE)
Join ATXM Night Shift at Hotel Vegas this July for Austin's longest-running music industry mixer. Connect with musicians, industry professionals, HAAM, SIMS Foundation, and community leaders while enjoying Open Mic performances, networking, food trucks, and opportunities to strengthen Austin's music ecosystem.
Jun 15: Musicians Master Class - Sync Licensing, Music Placement & Revenue Streams for Independent Artists
Learn how to get your music placed in film, TV, ads, gaming, and streaming. Join ATXM’s free Sync Licensing Master Class and discover what makes music “sync ready,” how artists get paid, and what music supervisors are looking for.
June 2: ATXM Night Shift Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic (FREE)
Join ATXM Night Shift on June 2 for Austin’s free music industry mixer and open mic. Connect with musicians, venues, media, and creatives shaping Austin music culture. RSVP required.
May 19: AI vs. Music - Austin Solidarity Protest + Panel Discussion (FREE)
Austin’s music community is joining New York, Los Angeles, Nashville, and cities across the country on May 19 to stand in solidarity against the exploitation of artists’ work by Generative A.I. systems. Join Austin Texas Musicians (ATXM) at Far Out Lounge for an important panel discussion bringing together musicians, technologists, venue owners, educators, and advocates to discuss artist rights, intellectual property, and the future of human creativity. Whether you're a musician, fan, or supporter of Austin’s live music culture, your voice matters in this conversation.
May 12: ATXM Night Shift Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic (FREE)
Join us May 12th for a laid-back night of music, connection, and community with Austin’s musicians and industry pros at Hotel Vegas. Open mic, new collaborations, and good vibes all around.
🎟️ Free, but RSVP required — grab your spot and come hang!
April 3: Full Albums, Really Loud: Led Zeppelin I, II, III, and IV
Experience Led Zeppelin I–IV played loud, start to finish at Hotel Vegas on April 3. No skips, no distractions—just music. $10 tickets benefit Austin Texas Musicians, The SIMS Foundation, and Sonic Guild.
March 30: ATXM Master Class: Performance Royalties, Mechanical Royalties & Publishing 101 (FREE)
Learn how royalties really work. ATXM’s Master Class breaks down performance royalties, mechanical royalties, publishing, and streaming income so artists can better understand—and collect—the money they’ve earned. Seats are limited, so register today!
April 8: Join us for ATXM Night Shift Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic (FREE)
Austin’s music community is gathering again for ATXM Night Shift on April 8 at HowMuchStudios (North Lamar + Airport). Join musicians, producers, and industry professionals for a music industry mixer and open mic on the patio stage. RSVP by April 7 to be part of the room. 🎶
March 17: “Stay Out All Day” starring Nakia at the Continental Club
You’re invited to the party. 🎶 Join Nakia at the legendary Continental Club on March 17 for Stay Out All Day — a celebration of Queer Pride, community, and incredible live music from one of Austin’s most powerful and beloved voices.
March 26: Free SoundExchange 101 Webinar
Many musicians are leaving money on the table simply because they aren’t registered to collect digital performance royalties. Join this free SoundExchange webinar on March 26 at 12:00 PM CT to learn how digital royalties work and how to make sure you’re getting paid.
March 3: Join us for ATXM Night Shift Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic
ATXM Night Shift returns Tuesday, March 3rd at Brushy Street Commons — bringing together Austin’s musicians, industry leaders, and creative professionals for an evening of connection and live performance. Featuring our signature listening-room open mic and delicious eats from Marinara Miracles, this is where collaboration starts and community grows.
Feb 4: ATXM Night Shift: Austin’s Monthly Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic (FREE)
Night Shift is Austin’s monthly music industry mixer + open mic—bringing musicians, ATXM Pro members, and industry pros together for real connection after hours. Free to attend, RSVP required. Join us Feb 4th at Brushy Street Commons.
ATXM Night Shift Sells Out, Bringing Austin’s Music Community Together
ATXM Night Shift sold out with 200 RSVPs, bringing together musicians, industry leaders, and creatives for an unforgettable night of open mic performances, networking, and community. With 20 artists featured in a true listening-room environment and capacity expanding next month, RSVP early for the February 4 Night Shift before it sells out!
Jan 7: Night Shift: Austin’s Monthly Music Industry Mixer + Open Mic (FREE)
Night Shift is Austin’s monthly music industry mixer + open mic—bringing musicians, ATXM Pro members, and industry pros together for real connection after hours. Free to attend, RSVP required. Join us January 7 at Brushy Street Commons.
Free Legal Webinar by TALA! Thurs., Dec. 4th, 12 pm-1:30 pm
Independent artists and musicians often face unpaid invoices, damaged or unreturned gear, and broken agreements—yet many don’t realize they have legal options. On December 4, TALA, ACLC, and ATXM are hosting Small Claims Court for Creatives, a free virtual seminar offering practical guidance on enforceable agreements, resolving disputes, and representing yourself in small claims court. Perfect for freelancers and creative professionals seeking to protect their income and work.
Night Shift Mixer + Giving Tuesday Celebration
Join us Tuesday, December 2nd for a special Night Shift Music Industry Mixer at Maggie Mae’s, upstairs in the brand-new lounge from 5:30–11:00 PM! We’re ringing in the holidays Austin-style—with ugly sweaters, Santa suits, drink specials, great food, and acoustic Christmas caroling. Bring your instruments, your energy, and your holiday cheer.
Help Us Help ATX Musicians
We need your help to raise funds on Giving Tuesday! Help us support more education, more paid gigs, more community resources, and a “Green Room” Creative Hub. We can’t build it without you! Sign up today!
Night Moves Monthly Industry Mixer & Acoustic Song Circle, Nov. 4th
Join us for Austin’s longest-running Music Industry Mixer Tuesday, November 4th at Pershing East Coffee & Lounge. Join fellow musicians and industry pros for a night of networking, acoustic song circle, and community updates. Bring your best song for the open mic, grab a drink, and connect with Austin’s creative heartbeat.
Austin Live Music Fund Grant Applications Open
The Austin Live Music Fund grant application process for both musicians and venues is open until December 5th.
Community Partners
Are You a Central Texas Musician?
Austin Texas Musicians is for you! We are musicians working for musicians.
Our community of Central Texas musicians is over 6,000 strong and growing.
We represent those we serve on city, state, and federal policy and provide basic needs and services to improve our quality of life.
Advocacy, Education, and Economic Development are the three pillars of our work to empower you to “Show Up, Speak Up, and Be Heard"!
Make an impact today
🎵 Join us in protecting Austin’s creative future.
Every bit of support goes a long way in helping us help musicians. We’ve got some very impactful new initiatives in motion for 2026, including:
Expanded Paid Performance Opportunities for Musicians
Expanded Education Programming, in Partnership with Local Higher Education
A Downtown Creative Hub, Parking and Safe Escort for Musicians
To continue doing this work, we need your help. Cultivating new partnerships, investment, and donor relations both public and private will be key to our sustainability.
We're putting out a call to all interested corporate partners, angel investors, and music community members and imploring that we all come together to lift up what has proven to be a crucial service to the health of our music community, which truly serves as the cornerstone to Austin’s economic well-being. We hope you’ll help us continue our work by donating, or by contacting us directly to discuss options.