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THE YEAR IN PICTURES 2012: What A Year It Was!

December 31, 2012 by Randall Metting 4 Comments

The waning hours of 2012 are upon us and, in wrappin’ up this current chapter of life, I went back through my hundreds, if not thousands, of photos from the the past 12 months and confirmed what an excellent year it’s really been. Great times spent with friends, old and new, excellent travels, much fun […]

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The Sound Of Austin: The Perfect Holiday Gift For Every Austinite & True Music Fan

December 19, 2012 by Randall Metting Leave a Comment

One look at my blog, my Facebook profile or just spending any amount of time around me and most know that I am an avid and passionate resident of the great city of Austin, Texas and strong supporter of our local music scene. A few weeks back, I stumbled upon an excellent representation of the […]

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Kickin’ Off Formula 1 Weekend in Austin: “The Best of Texas Music” Showcase at ACL Live

November 19, 2012 by Randall Metting Leave a Comment

Nothin’ like kickin’ off one of the most highly anticipated weekends ever in Austin, the Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix Weekend, with a celebration of tunes from artists who hail from the Lone Star State and who have been makin’ us proud of our musical heritage here over the years. With huge thanks to my friends […]

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BEST BETS: THIS WEEK IN AUSTIN – NOVEMBER 15-NOVEMBER 20, 2012

November 15, 2012 by Randall Metting Leave a Comment

BEST BETS: THIS WEEK IN AUSTIN – NOVEMBER 15-NOVEMBER 20, 2012 Thursday, November 15, 2012 ACL Live at Moody Theater: “Best of Texas Music” Showcase featuring Willie Nelson, Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel, Pat Green, Jerry Jeff Walker, Cindy Cashdollar, Del Castillo, Ruthie Foster, the Quebe Sisters and more Antone’s: Hector Ward & […]

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Unforgettable Saturday At “Willie’s Place”

July 10, 2012 by Randall Metting Leave a Comment

Gotta be honest, if you had told me when I moved back to Texas in 2008 that I would, one day, be spending a Saturday afternoon out at Willie Nelson’s ranch with his “family,” closest friends and fellow musicians, I’da said you’re out of your mind. Well, funny how this amazing ride, we call life, […]

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