Austin Power Punk artist Gus Baldwin is a 25-year-old singer/songwriter/ex-hippie/part-time punk hailing from Austin, TX. After a stint holding down drums for Dallas surf punk legends Sealion in high school, Baldwin went on to form the Psych Pop combo Acid Carousel, which he led for 6 years and 20 something releases before departing the band on Halloween night 2021. He shares the official video for his new single Relief via Austin Town Hall. (US/THEM group, 2024)
Since leaving Carousel, Gus has made a name for himself as a solo artist in Austin, constantly performing as a singer/songwriter, one man garage band, or with his band The Sketch. Quickly releasing a string of titles on his own GetWithIt! Records imprint, including the EPs “THRILLER II,” “Live Bugs,” as well as a slew of singles, Gus established himself firmly as the godson of Texas rock ‘n’ roll. Splitting his time as a frequent collaborator with The Black Angels, Baldwin also works with the likes of Christian Bland & The Revelators as well as The UFO Club with Night Beats frontman, Danny Lee Blackwell.
Gus Baldwin & The Sketch kicked off their Western U.S. tour this month, which includes a performance at Punk Rock Bowling in Las Vegas.
GUS BALDWIN & THE SKETCH LIVE 2024:
5/22 Marfa, TX
5/23 El Paso, TX
5/25 Las Vegas, NV
5/26 Long Beach, NV
5/27 San Francisco, CA
5/29 San Diego, CA
5/31 Los Angeles, CA
6/01 Tucson, AZ
6/02 Phoenix, AZ
SA Examiner 
Gus Baldwin’s new single Relief is a fantastic showcase of his raw talent and versatility as an artist. His evolution from the psychedelic vibes of Acid Carousel to his solo work with The Sketch highlights his ability to reinvent himself while staying true to his Texas rock roots. The energy he brings to the stage and his music is contagious, and Relief is no exception—it’s powerful, emotional, and undeniably captivating.
Wishing Gus Baldwin & The Sketch all the best on their Western U.S. tour! If the single is any indication, these performances are going to be unforgettable. Can’t wait to see what’s next for this rising star! 🎸✨
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Thank you! Wishing the band the best out on the road. Rock on!
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