PERFORMERS (A - Z)
Giulia Millanta
Florence-born and Austin-based, singer-songwriter Giulia Millanta brings a worldly voice and fearless creativity to Under the Oaks.
A prolific artist with nine solo albums, Giulia is an accomplished guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who sings in four languages. Her music blends folk, Americana, blues, and artful pop with what critics have called “psychedelic grooveability” and a soul-baring lyrical depth. Whether on acoustic or electric guitar, ukulele, or with unexpected textures woven into her arrangements, Giulia creates music that feels both intimate and expansive.
Since moving to Austin in 2012, she has become a respected presence in the city’s songwriter community, collaborating with and recording alongside renowned musicians including Charlie Sexton, Marc Ribot, Gabriel Rhodes, and Glenn Fukunaga. She has performed in premier venues across the U.S. and Europe, from Club Passim in Cambridge to Rockwood Music Hall in New York and the Teatro Romano in Florence.
Thoughtful, poetic, and musically adventurous, Giulia Millanta delivers performances that are immersive, emotionally rich, and uniquely her own.
Listen:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73aYraPkHK4
Hot Pickin' 57s
Get ready for an evening of high-energy picking and pure musical joy with the Hot Pickin’ 57s — one of Austin’s favorite bluegrass and classic country bands.
With deep roots in the Austin music scene, the Hot Pickin’ 57s deliver a fun, energetic mix of bluegrass, classic country, and Americana. Their sets blend well-loved standards with strong original songs, drawing from legends like Bill Monroe, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Flatt & Scruggs, John Hartford, Doc Watson, Bob Wills, and more.
Praised for their professionalism and dynamic stage presence, the band brings both serious musicianship and easygoing charm to every performance. As one booking agent shared, “During the performance they crush it with fun originals, spot-on classics, incredible talent, energized presence, and some jokes between songs to catch your breath.”
Whether on festival stages or in intimate listening settings, the Hot Pickin’ 57s are known for connecting warmly with their audience and leaving everyone smiling.
Come ready to tap your foot — and maybe sing along.
Kathy & the Kilowatts
Kathy & the Kilowatts
Kathy & the Kilowatts bring powerhouse Texas blues to Under the Oaks.
Fronted by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Kathy Murray, the band has been a driving force in the Austin music scene for decades.
Murray came of age during Austin’s legendary blues era, sharing stages with icons such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, W.C. Clark, Albert King, Koko Taylor, and Bobby “Blue” Bland. Her songwriting and commanding vocals have earned national recognition, including a Grammy nomination and multiple international songwriting honors.
Rooted in blues but enriched by soul, swamp pop, rockabilly, and classic Texas roots music, Kathy’s sound is both timeless and forward-looking. Backed by the Kilowatts, she delivers big-voiced originals and deep-groove blues with unmistakable Texas grit, warmth, and swagger.
Expect an evening of soulful, low-down, smooth-and-sexy blues — straight from the heart of Austin.
Michelle Shocked
Michelle Shocked
Kathy & the Kilowatts
Michelle Shocked is one of America's most original and uncompromising singer-songwriters. Blending Texas folk, blues, country, gospel, swing, and rock into a style entirely her own, she has spent more than four decades following her artistic vision with unwavering independence.
Her career began in remarkable fashion when a bootleg cassette of songs recorded around a Texas campfire found its way to England, launching a record deal bidding war that resulted in an unprecedented agreement allowing her to retain ownership of both her master recordings and songwriting copyrights. Over the next five years, she released three Grammy-nominated albums—Short Sharp Shocked, Captain Swing, and Arkansas Traveler—anchored by her signature song, "Anchorage." Those recordings established her as one of the most distinctive songwriting voices of her generation.
Throughout her career, Michelle has chosen artistic freedom over convention. After successfully regaining control of her career from a major label, she founded her own label, Mighty Sound, and released a steady stream of critically acclaimed recordings while continuing to explore new musical directions without compromise.
A gifted storyteller with an unmistakable voice, Michelle's songs weave together sharp observations, memorable melodies, humor, spirituality, and humanity. Whether performing for thousands or in an intimate listening room, she creates a connection with audiences that is both personal and unforgettable.
Listen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zMlM7U-8yU
Timeless
Michelle Shocked
Timeless
Timeless is the husband and wife duo of Joey and Cyndi Alba. Cyndi and Joey first met in a songwriter competition and, from there, decided to share vocal and songwriting talents.
They also share a penchant for artists with great songwriting and harmonies, covering everything from jazz standards to modern pop. Cyndi leans towards 70's and 80's Pop and Country while Joey leans into 90s and Texas Country.
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