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A performer plays music on the church Sanctuary, turned into a makeshift stage. The photo has a church-like atmosphere, with dimmed lights, viewers seated on pews and the altar behind the musicians.

A Sanctuary for Sounds

A well-traveled journalist reveals world music to Austin.

by Lise Olsen

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Maren Morris smiles as she sings and plays a guitar at a micrphone. She's wearing a sleeveless black dress. Nov 07, 2022

Country Music Women Keep Raising Hell

Outspoken performers like Maren Morris and Kacey Musgraves continue a long tradition of female Western artists who aren’t afraid to rock the boat.

by Craig Lindsey

Beyoncé smiles as she accepts an award. She's dressed in a low-cut, glossy black dress, with dangly gold and black earrings, with her hair falling over her shoulders in waves. Aug 24, 2022

Queen Bey Inadvertently ‘Elevates the Conversation’ Around Ableism

Outside of the Twitter drama, some disability advocates embraced musicians’ efforts to be inclusive through changing their songs.

by Craig Lindsey

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The ‘Queen of the Accordion’ Is Still Forging Her Own Path

A legendary accordionist in San Antonio, Eva Ybarra faced an uphill battle as a female musician throughout her career.

by Nicky Yeager

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