Being Dead's album release show at Radio East, plus more Austin music picks

Don't let the impending status of ACL Fest distract you from the many great local shows that will be taking place in the back half of September. Recommendations can be found here.

Stalefish at Empire Control Room – Thursday, September 19 If you're attending the sold out Built To Spill show at Empire Garage this Thursday, September 19, then be sure to swoop into Empire Control Room afterwards to see the 90s-leaning rockers Stalefish. The equally watchable Grocery Bag and Team Trust will also be playing. Tickets are $10.

Sailor Poon at Pershing Hall – Saturday, September 21 Local post-punk faves Sailor Poon will play Pershing Hall this Saturday, September 21, and they'll be joined by Exotic Fruitica, who just released a noteworthy self-titled album. There's a variety of ticket options available that range from $10 to $50.

HAAM Day – Tuesday, September 24 Don't forget that the 19th annual HAAM Day is coming up on Tuesday, September 24. The city-wide event is meant to raise awareness and funds for HAAM, which provides access to affordable healthcare for greater Austin's low-income, working musicians, and it will feature more than 200 free live performances. You can see the full lineup here .

White Denim at Sagebrush – Thursday, September 26 White Denim main brain James Petralli now calls LA home, but the band's history is too rooted in Austin to not call out when they're playing locally. So, go and see the beloved rock act at Sagebrush on Thursday, September 26. This show is "an evening with," which means no opener. Tickets are $33.45.

Being Dead at Radio East – Friday, September 27 Being Dead have will put out their anticipated new album, EELS, on Friday, September 27, and then hold a release show for it on that same date at Radio East. Proun and Variety will serve as support for the indie rock act. Tickets are $18.40.