This week on The Austin Young Show I’m sharing some of my current playlist favorites including new music from Sloth Fist and talking about what’s happening around Deep Ellum. Dezi 5 is bringing an iconic headline performance to the historic Kessler Theater, and Loyal Sally is back from the dead with a headlining show at Deep Ellum Art Co along with a new album in the works. The playlist is packed with punk, ska, indie, and more—perfect for a late-night drive or getting hyped before a show.

Theme Music & What Good by The Fullstops.

Music By:

Sloth Fist - The Bus That Couldn’t Slow Down

Hub City Stompers - Won’t Lose Sleep

Dezi 5 - Pick Up Your Phone

The Goodwin Club - Shake It Off

Loyal Sally - Hope It’s A Good One

Kill Lincoln - Pralines & Dick

Mean Motor Scooter - Sick Sick Six

Fat By The Gallon - Crosstimbers

Cayuga Allstars - Cholo Goth

Voices Carry - Smoking With Strangers ft. Taylor Stokes

Stuck On 45 - Mr. Rodgers

*DISCLAIMER: I hereby declare that I do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to the owner. No Copyright Infringement Intended. All bands have given permission to use their music.*

On this episode of The Austin Young Show, I sit down with Rev.T Sinister and Jenny Whiskey of legendary ska-punk band Hub City Stompers to talk about their new album Drinking Rage—a album that no two songs that sound the same, unbelievable fun, energetic, and unapologetic social commentary. You have to listen to it.

We dig into the stories behind the songs, what keeps them going after all these years in the scene. Plus we discuss the new album Drinking Rage, in my opinion the bands best piece of work to date, and how the band continues to thrive and breathe creativity into the genre.

Theme Music & What Good by The Fullstops.

Recorded behind Three Links in Deep Ellum—shoutout to Evan and the crew for the space. Thanks to Veronica for the constant support, and Tony for locking in this interview.

🎧 Whether you're into ska, punk, DIY music culture, or just love hearing from artists who keep it real—this one's for you.

*DISCLAIMER: I hereby declare that I do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to the owner. No Copyright Infringement Intended. All bands have given permission to use their music.*

Aaron “AC” Capers pulls up—drummer for Justin Ross & Deadwood Revival, and one of the hardest-working musicians in DFW.

We talk about why he had to leave King Booty Disco (turns out being in every band has a breaking point), what’s happening with Further North, and his new book Over the Barline—a powerful, poetic dive into rhythm, life, and everything in between.

He also gets real about his love for pro wrestling, how Bubba ruined the boxer’s brain, and why drummers never sit still.

This one’s raw and honest, just like AC. Link in bio.

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On this episode of The Austin Young Show, Austin and co-host Veronica Young bring you updates from both the art world and the music scene, plus some major announcements.

Veronica shares the story behind her latest mixed-media piece, which is featured in the “Divine Timing” group exhibition opening Thursday, July 24 from 6 to 9 PM at Arc Gallery, located at 2602 Main Street, Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX 75226. She also previews her upcoming poetry reading at Poet Books on Friday, July 25, right down the street.

Then, the conversation turns to the surprise announcement that AC, drummer for Further North, is leaving the band to pursue his country project full-time. Also, Flip and The Combined Effort are now on an undetermined length hiatus. Austin and Veronica reflect on what this could mean for the bands, their friends involved, and the local scene.

They also recap Sweat Fest TX, highlighting the raw energy, rain-soaked chaos, and everything they loved (and survived) during the event.

Finally, there's a shift coming to the podcast—Veronica is turning her own show into a recurring segment on The Austin Young Show.

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Music By:

Toxic Madness - I'm Hardcore

Cure For Paranoia - The Art Show

Tomorrow Fades Away- All my Fault

Further North - Echos

Dezi 5 - Paint The Town

Flip and the Combined Effort - This Could Have Been an Email

The Weigh Down - Marilyn

American Shit Storm - Cult

Die Wurst - Cartoons

*DISCLAIMER: I hereby declare that I do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to the owner. No Copyright Infringement Intended. All bands have given permission to use their music.*

In this episode, I sit down with emerging Dallas hip-hop artist Brandon Lawson. Brandon opens up about his family’s deep musical roots and how growing up surrounded by music shaped his journey as a songwriter and performer. From learning instruments at a young age to blending his love of anime and Nickelodeon into his sound, his story is equal parts heartfelt and offbeat.

We talk about the origins of some of his tracks, how nostalgia fuels his creativity, and how his music feels like a time capsule for growing up weird in Texas.

And don’t miss the world premiere of his brand new single Marty McFly 2010.

For fans of hip-hop, cartoons, and music made with love.

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In this episode of The Austin Young Show, we’re diving into the lineup for Sweat Fest TX 2025, a one-day, two-stage music festival packed with 16 incredible bands, cold brews, and community energy—all in support of Amplified Minds, a nonprofit focused on mental health and addiction recovery.

Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: Growl Records / Division Brewing
509 E Abram St, Arlington, TX

We’re previewing tracks and talking about some of the standout acts hitting the stage, including Ex-Regrets, Boss Riot, Mean Motor Scooter, Toxic Madness, and many more. Expect punk, ska, garage rock, and everything in between.

This is an all-ages, all-inclusive event, built on the values of supporting each other and lifting up voices that matter. All ticket sale profits go directly to Amplified Minds.

Tickets available now on Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sweatfesttx-tickets-1318288268699

Can’t make it? Consider buying a ticket to donate—we’ll make sure it goes to someone who could use it. This is music with a mission. Hope to see you there.

Join me and Veronica as we go through some fun stories of our time in the UK and I play my favorite UK bands.

Dub Pistols - I Predict a Riot

Lives On Hold - Pathetic

Radicus - The Spark 2

Popes Of Chillitown - Crashmat

$up - High or Dry

The Ruined - Death Will Be A Lady

The Hoax - Now We Are Hero's

*DISCLAIMER: I hereby declare that I do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to the owner. No Copyright Infringement Intended. All bands have given permission to use their music.*

Re-Enjoy this episode from January:

In this episode of The Austin Young Show, I sit down with the Austin-based ska powerhouse Hans Gruber and the Die Hards. Recorded on the back patio of Three Links during the final stop of their tour, this conversation dives into the band’s unconventional approach to music, wild tour stories, and what it takes to keep the ska and punk scene alive. We also chat about supporting local music, the current state of the Austin music scene, and their new split EP launch. Packed with energy, humor, and insight, this is a collaboration you won’t forget.

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Music By:
Hans Gruber and The Die Hards

• Trepanation
• I Put A Spell On You
• Let's Drive Everywhere

PWRUP

• King Kong

*DISCLAIMER: I hereby declare that I do not own the rights to this music/song. All rights belong to the owner. No Copyright Infringement Intended. All bands have given permission to use their music.*

Original Air Date: January 2, 2025