The Coastal Bend is defined as much by its music culture as by its coastal identity. Selena’s influence on our musical fabric cannot be overstated, but neither can the impact of the countless local artists our community has supported. From the rise of Tejano music in the 1960s to the venue boom of the late 1990s and the scene we know today, one thread connects every era: helping hands.
This feature takes you along the journey to our current music scene, starting with the hardcore history of our longest-running venues, into what our current music infrastructure looks like and rounded out with a handful of local spotlights. Learn the history from the people who lived it, from those still living it and from those documenting the story along the way.
The Hardcore History of Corpus Christi’s Live Music Venues
How Corpus Christi’s DIY punk scene built the foundation for the city’s modern live music industry, and why its influence still shapes every stage downtown. Read More >>>
State of the Scene
The ecosystem of growing artists in Corpus Christi across stages, genres and mediums. Read More >>>
Local Playlist
Coastal Bend-based artists we think you should know (and add to your playlists). Read More >>>
