Austin, TX
49 Winchester at The Far Out Lounge & Stage in Austin, TX – Loud Hailer Magazine
Virginia-based alt-country powerhouse 49 Winchester lit up The Far Out Lounge and Stage in Austin with a soulful, high-energy performance.
49 Winchester is made up of six members of which include Isaac Gibson (vocals/guitar), Bus Shelton (guitar), Chase Chafin (bass), Noah Patrick (steel guitar), Tim Hall (keys), Justin Louthian (drums). They have been making music together for over a decade and have released five full-length studio albums. Their most recent is Leavin’ This Holler (2024). The band has supported big names like Turnpike Troubadours, Whiskey Myers, Tyler Childers, and Luke Combs. In December, their latest single, “Miles To Go,” was featured in the hit TV series Yellowstone.
Starting the night, before the sun had time to set, was Austin-based “ya’llternative” band, June Shine. The band is made up of six members. J.R. Chambers (lead vocals/guitar) started June Shine when he was 15 years old. After moving to Austin, he was joined by members Jonah Calvo (fiddle), Richard Carter (guitar), Dair McFarland (bass), Finn Dickens (keys), and Bryce Weston (drums). During their cover of “Whipping Post,” originally by The Allman Brothers Band, drummer Dickens performed an insane drum solo. They closed with their most Spotify-streamed song, which happens to be a cover of “Jersey Giant” by Tyler Childers. This young and talented band is headed in a successful direction.
After June Shine, The Back Forty took to the stage. They opened their set with a cover of Willie Nelson’s “Whiskey River.” The University of Texas Austin-based band performed gracefully together while delivering covers of country classics. They played songs such as “Mama Tried” by Merle Haggard and “Take It Easy” by the Eagles. They also performed originals, like “Santiago Cigarettes.” Before their cover of “In My Arms Instead” by Randy Rogers Band, the lead singer told the crowd to grab someone close because they were going to slow it down. After seeing their melodic set, it’s safe to say The Back Forty is a need-to-see.
At about 9:15 PM, headliner 49 Winchester began their awaited set. They opened with a fan favorite, “Annabel” from their 2022 album release Fortune Favors the Bold. They also performed other songs from the album like “Hillbilly Daydream” and “Damn Darlin’.” After a few songs, Gibson thanked the crowd for not being on their phones, saying it’s nice to see everyone’s face without them holding a phone above their head. The raspy vocals of Gibson enthralled the audience as they performed “It’s A Shame” from III (2020). They also performed a new unreleased song called “The Lesson.” After more heartfelt lyrics and alt-country rhythms, 49 Winchester closed with “Sunday Afternoon” before returning for a two-track encore, closing definitely with “Tulsa” and “Hillbilly Happy.”
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ROUND ROCK, Texas — The family of a Round Rock ISD student that was hit by a car Wednesday issued a statement asking for prayers from the community following the incident.
The incident occurred just after 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Teravista Club Drive and Teravista Parkway.
The child was riding a bicycle when he was struck by a vehicle while crossing in a crosswalk. He suffered from “incapacitating injuries,” according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
According to the family statement, the victim sustained major injuries to his brain and neck. The family asked for prayers on Easter Sunday in support of the victim.
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The family of the victim are “asking the Lord to perform a miracle” on their son. They also stated that he “walked through life as everyone’s friend. He is a kind person that would help friend’s in need and with great confidence and strength, stick up for others who couldn’t stick up for themselves.”
Round Rock ISD confirmed that the student was a Teravista Elementary School student. The principal stated in the shared statement that counselors are available to help support students during this time.
The lead agencies on the Wednesday incident are the Round Rock Police Department and Texas DPS.
AUSTIN (KXAN) — “Albino” bluebonnets were spotted Friday at Inks Lake State Park in Burnet.
Inks Lake said park rangers found the unique bluebonnets beside the park’s headquarters.
Bluebonnets, or Lupinus texensis, in the U.S. are found in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Florida. The species is one of the six Lupinus species that are collectively designated the State Flower of Texas, according to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.
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“Albino” Bluebonnets found at Texas state park in Burnet (Inks Lake State Park photo)
“This rare variation is the result of a recessive gene that must be carried by both parent plants, so it’s pretty cool to see,” the park said.
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