A photo of Jonathan Fox sitting n the floor with a green shirt on.

Jonathan Fox said he first started dabbling with punk rock in middle school. | Photo courtesy of @foxtalesmusic

Foxtales is preparing to make 2023 its year, just you wait. But don’t worry, the local band is sharing the love.

Coming off the band’s new EP release and second consecutive Free Week performance, frontman Jonathan Fox has hit the ground running in the new year. The five-piece outfit started in Jonathan’s bedroom after a difficult break-up, which led him to put down the acoustic guitar and pick up the synthesizer.

Jonathan has big hopes ahead — go on tour, headline more shows, and land an ACL set, to name a few — but he wants to share the good vibes by recommending some of his favorite local musicians.

A photo of Jonathan Fox performing during Free Week. — You can see Foxtales perform live on Thursday, Jan. 26 at Hotel Vegas.

“Every time I write, I’m just a kid playing,” Jonathan told ATXtoday. “We get really high hopes and dreams and trying to strive to make them is really hard work, but you get these little payoffs that remind you that it’s worth it.”

Check out Jonathan’s top local artists:

Chucky Blk | Get your dose of local chill rap and poetry. Start with “You Shall Not Pass.”

Flora & Fawna | This ethereal pop-rock group is characterized by powerful lyrics and beats that get you out of your seat. Try listening to “Long Shot.”

The Irons | Relax with folky guitar riffs from this indie rock band. Our favorite is their smash-hit “Goodbye Too Soon,” featuring fellow local Clarence James.

Mike Melinoe | This Austin rapper has put everything on the line for his music, even experiencing homelessness for a brief period in pursuit of the craft. We like the song “Affection.”

TC Superstar | This wildly popular bedroom pop group introduces 1970s and ‘80s references to its music. Try listening to “Into You,” first.

You can see Foxtales live at 10 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26 at Hotel Vegas, or follow them on Instagram to stay up-to-date on upcoming shows.

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Thursday, Jan. 19

Airport Open House | Thursday, Jan. 19 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Southeast Branch Library, 5803 Nuckols Crossing Rd., Austin | Free | Get filled in on active and upcoming expansion projects for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

Friday, Jan. 20

The Dolly Disco | Friday, Jan. 20 | 7:30-11:59 p.m. | Empire Garage, 606 E. 7th St., Austin | $15 | Pay homage to the queen of country music at this Western Disco dance party.

Saturday, Jan. 21

Adaptive & Inclusive Family Winter Ball | Saturday, Jan. 21 | 6-8 p.m. | Baca Center, 301 W. Bagdad Ave., Round Rock | $5 | Families of individuals with disabilities are invited to dress to impress and dance night away.

Sunday, Jan. 22

3M Half Marathon 2023 | Sunday, Jan. 22 | 7-10 a.m. | 9700 Stonelake Blvd., Austin | $189 | New runners and old pros are welcome to race this 13.1-mile course to downtown Austin.
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Austin’s housing market continues to inch its way toward cooling down, despite persisting high price tags. According to the Austin Board of Realtors’ December 2022 report, home inventory increased to 31 days and sales declined 18.3% since last year. However, the Austin-Round Rock metropolitan area set a new annual median price record of $503,000. 🏠

Legacy

Roy Schwitters, a physicist and former laboratory director for the North-Central Texas Superconducting Super Collider, died last week at the age of 78. An M.I.T. alumnus, Roy taught at Harvard University, Stanford University, and the University of Texas at Austin. (Austin American-Statesman)

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Calling all carnivores — the inaugural Meat Carneval is coming to Dripping Springs and bringing 20 chefs from around the globe. The Carneval — started by Israeli chefs Gili Ben Shahar and Ohad Kvity — will be held at luxury resort Camp Lucy this Friday and Saturday. Get tickets here. 🍗 (KXAN)

Opening

Barkin’ Creek Dog Kitchen & Bath is opening a fourth Austin location at The Quincy on 91 River St. in the Rainey Street District. The store officially opens for business on Monday, Jan. 23, with daycare and a full-service doggy salon. 🐶

Ranked

Austin’s own Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail has been nominated as one of the top 10 recreational trails across the US, and we humbly agree. You can cast your vote for our local trail until Monday, Feb. 6. 🚲 (USA Today)

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The novel follows the perspective of Benjamin Shreve, Sam’s older brother. | Photo by ATXtoday

City Editor Figi here. 👋 I have a historical Hill Country tale to share that will keep y’all on the edge of your seats.

My father remarried when I was young, but I’ve always loved my half-sister Sam just the same. We grew up in rural Texas, where wildlife sets the law of the land.

One night after a lice scare, Sam escaped into the dark to avoid having her hair combed. She’s a tough girl, but my stepmother and I panicked when we saw a panther running straight for her. My stepmother saved Sam, who made it out scarred but alive, but sacrificed her own life in the process.

From that day forward, Sam vowed to find the panther and avenge her mother. She says she will stop at nothing to do so.

Does Sam get her revenge? Read the “The Which Way Tree,” a the rattling Civil War-era Western, by local author Elizabeth Crook to find out.

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Today’s issue was written by Figi.

Editor’s pick: I’ll start the poll above off with my own recommendation: Clarence James. I saw him perform for the first time last year, and I still have goosebumps. Clarence has some serious guitar skills, unique lyrics, and makes performing look so easy. My favorites of his songs? “I’m Melting” and “Ronson Princess.”

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