SoundMass

Event ID: MS63435

Wed, Mar 18, 2026 | 3:00 AM - 3:50 AM

Venue: Zilker Brewing

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Summary

Sound Mass is an ever-evolving collaboration between Austin’s My Education and Utah’s Theta Naught, celebrated for immersive, cinematic soundscapes and electrifying live performances. Since its inception, the project has captivated audiences with a seamless fusion of post-rock, ambient, classical, and experimental elements, crafting music that is as emotive as it is expansive. Building on more than a decade of boundary-pushing work, Sound Mass is preparing to unveil a brand-new studio album in 2026, promising bold textures and sweeping arrangements that further refine their signature sound. Their performances at SXSW and beyond showcase the chemistry between these two collectives, offering listeners a transformative, deeply resonant journey through instrumental storytelling. With a new chapter on the horizon, Sound Mass continues to affirm the power of collaboration and the limitless possibilities of sonic exploration.

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