Featured Musician

Ryan Harkrider

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Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Ryan Harkrider has headed up projects in music and film for almost a decade, working as a performer, composer, songwriter, and recording artist. His diverse resume spans all styles and genres with gigs writing music for film soundtracks, musicals, choirs and rock and roll bands. Ryan has quickly become a staple act of the Austin music scene, a spot recently reaffirmed with the release of his solo alt/rock album, Days Like This. This collection of songs showcases his musical talent through his captivating lyrics and clever songwriting. Ryan lives in Austin, where you can catch a show with him and his band, The Nightowls. 

You can also see him on Texas on Tour from July 27 – July 31, August 11 – August 21, 2011, and September 3 - September 5,  2011.

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When it comes to Texas...

Most remote gig in Texas you have ever played?

On the side of the highway somewhere between Dallas and Oklahoma

What's your definition of Texas music?

Dirt roads and wide open spaces

Best place to see Texas music?

The Saxon Pub in Austin

Favorite Texas album?

Bob Schneider, Underneath the Onion Trees

Place you'd take someone who's never been to Texas?

Barton Springs

Where in Texas feels most unlike Texas?

Austin

Best four-day Texas vacation?

South Padre Island