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City of Songs
Austin: A City of Songs
Season 1
Episode 1
Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," is renowned for SXSW and the Austin City Limits Festival—global platforms that reflect the city’s evolving music scene. Yet, its soul remains rooted in the musical pioneers who shaped its identity. In this episode, Steph explores Austin's creativity and reflects on the artists and moments that made Austin a City of Songs.
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Steph contemplates how Austin’s legacy as a City of Songs can evolve while staying rooted.

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