Every song has a story and we think those who write them should get the chance to tell theirs.
That’s the idea behind this new series from KUTX, The Hole Story. Taped live on the little front stage of Hole in the Wall – we’ve invited artists to not just perform, but also share the inspiration, meaning, or backstory behind each one.
New episodes drop weekly on the KUTX YouTube channel
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In this episode of The Hole Story, we welcome Alex Maas – the voice behind The Black Angels, and one of the original founders of Austin Psych Fest (alongside Rob Fitzpatrick, and Oswald James, and Black Angels guitarist – Christian Bland).
Alex shares the personal stories behind the songs he brought to our stage – including a new piece written with help from his young son and the presence of his newborn daughter. It’s a glimpse into how becoming a parent has influenced his songwriting in unexpected and tender ways.
With The Black Angels celebrating 20 years of their debut album Passover, this episode arrives at the perfect moment to revisit the roots, inspirations, and evolution of Alex’s songwriting.
Watch the full set below and check out more episodes of The Hole Story on the KUTX YouTube Channel.
Musician: Alex Maas – vocals, guitar – The Hole in the Wall July 10, 2025
Set List:
“The City”
“Honey Bee”
“Bombs for Julia”
“Icon”
Credits: Creator / Executive Producer: Deidre Gott; Audio Engineers: Rene Chavez, Jake Perlman; Audio Master: Rene Chavez; Cameras: Michael Minasi; Lorianne Willet; Edit: Micheal Minasi
