Axelrad is releasing its first jazz album! "Live at Axelrad" is available for presale through our music page now until December!
Free Outdoor Concert, Rain or Shine. 21+ only. Party will start at 8pm. Presented by Wonky Power.
The popular monthly gaming event returns to Axelrad! Over 30 modern and retro video game stations, electro & synth music, visual installations, and video game themed cocktails. Halo 2 LAN party with 16 players and surround sound, Marvel VS Capcom 2, Super Smash Bros Tournament. Over 30 retro video game stations and more. Join us for this free event, 21+ only
Vortxz , a vibrant Indie/Latino rock ensemble hailing from the heart of Houston, Texas, emerges as a beacon of musical diversity and creative fervor. Spearheaded by the charismatic Isaias "Rambo" Rodarte, who lends his evocative vocals and poignant songwriting prowess to the group's sonic tapestry, Vortxz is a testament to the power of artistic collaboration and shared vision.
With Noe Rodriguez weaving intricate melodies on lead guitar and keys, Luar Quintanilla laying down the foundation with pulsating basslines, and Jonathan Lopez driving the rhythm forward with precision on drums, Vortxz crafts a dynamic soundscape that transcends genre boundaries. From the infectious rhythms of new-wave indie to the raw energy of alternative rock, their music resonates with a sense of authenticity and emotional depth. Beyond mere sonic experimentation, Vortxz aspires to something greater: to provide an escape for listeners amidst the chaos of modern existence.
Free concert, 21+ presented by Wonky Power
Join us for an enchanting evening as we delve into the darkness and embrace the mysterious allure of the gothic subculture. Every month, Axelrad transforms into a haven for those who appreciate the macabre beauty of gothic music, fashion, and art. Featuring a captivating Night Market curated by Insomnia Gallery and performances by DON'T GET LEMON, EL TURKO SONIDERO, DJ DAY DISGUISE. Whether you're a longtime devotee of the gothic subculture or simply curious to experience its dark allure, join us for a night of decadence, mystery, adn enchantment!
Bounce and Turn is back and taking over the Indoor Stage Upstairs at Axelrad on April 20, 2024 with Uncle Tino, MEXSTEP, DJ Yazzaspazza, and MLE. Uncle Tino is a funky Houston favorite and has been recognized for community efforts in the LGBTQ+ community locally, and on a larger scale by Billboard Magazine and The Recording Academy. Mexstep is a Houston born, San Antonio-based, hip-hop artist known for his thought provoking lyrics and hypnotic beats. He spits cultural knowledge on stage and educates others off stage through classes at UTSA, where he is a professor in the Mexican American Studies Program. Yazzaspazza is a 3rd Ward Houston Director, DJ, and Producer known to mix her creative skills live during sets through visuals and slowed down sounds. MLE is a DJ, Producer, and educator who curates spaces that bridge consciousness and celebration. Come out and join us as we honor Texas artists that share joy and love through beats, rhymes, and sweaty dance floor bangers.
Free Concert on the main stage with two incredible artists! Arrive early, stay late! 21+ only, Doors 7pm. Presented by Wonky Power. VIP tables available here!
Pachyman:
For his latest sonic transmission Switched-On, musician Pachy García, aka Pachyman, challenged himself to steer his dub-drenched dispatches towards another dimension. Switched-On is an homage to the generative artistic era when musicians first began manipulating synthesizers to emit gloriously off-kilter bleeps, bloops, and whooshes. His ear for expansiveness comes through the winking “Trago Coqueto,” a cheeky love song crooned through the prism of a cocktail that’s named after a flirty lemon-ginger drink. In a uniquely Pachyman twist, it acts as a poignant ode to his life growing up in Puerto Rico. It couldn’t be a more fitting testament to Switched- On’s ethos, which meditates on García’s conviction to move his art forward while simultaneously honoring his roots.
Described by NPR’s Alt.Latino as an “otherworldly presence,” Combo Chimbita is the creative unity of Carolina Oliveros (vocals, guacharaca), Niño Lento es Fuego (guitar), Prince of Queens (bass, synthesizers) and Dilemastronauta (drums), who together transcend common concepts of time and nationality.
Afro-Caribbean transcendance, bewildering chants, booming drums and psychedelic distortion lay the rhythmic foundation for IRÉ; a testament to the ever expanding scope of Combo Chimbita’s sonic palette and their modes of resistance in realms both spiritual and terrestrial.
Like the jaguar before them, Combo Chimbita carries on; delicate, resilient and roaring.
PREVIOUS PERFORMERS INCLUDE
Ruben Albarran de Cafe Tacvba, Thee Sacred Souls, Lower Dens, Adan Jodorowsky, Washed Out, Neon Indian, Twin Shadow, Nite Jewel, Paul Banks, The Octopus Project, Black Pumas, The Chamanas, Chancha Via Circuito, The Red Pears, Kermit Ruffins, Midnight Generation, and more.