AutMus Fest Rocks TAMIU Saturday
It's finally here! AutMus Fest 2013!
Internationally renowned bands will gather in Laredo for the Ninth Annual AutMus Fest this Saturday, October 5 at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU).
As one of the longest standing traditions at TAMIU, AutMus Fest, or the TAMIU Alumni Association’s Autumn Music Festival, takes place on campus grounds, beginning at 4:30 p.m. It is an exciting opportunity to sample some of the great musical sounds of today’s and tomorrow’s artists while offering food and fun for audiences of all ages.
Headlining this year’s festivities is former Journey lead vocalist Steve Augeri. Augeri will be performing all of Journey’s greatest hits. Other featured bands include the Chris Perez Project, Ruido Anejo featuring Pete Astudillo, Destroyer, a KISS Tribute Band, and The Heroine. Also performing are the winners of the recent “AutMus Got Talent” competition: Stella Lost, Mud River, The Shakedown, DJ Ezco, and Jay D.
In addition to the featured artists, the Laredo Wrestling Alliance will host a special performance for attendees. AutMus Fest also boasts a mohawk contest.
AutMus Fest is open to the public. Proceeds increase the Association’s scholarships to TAMIU students as AutMus promotes the regional university of choice for South Texas.
Tickets will be $20 at the door. Admission for children 12 and under is free. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. Food and beverages will also be available.
Event sponsors include: TAMIU, The City of Laredo, H-E-B, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Jack in the Box, GridSMART from AEP Texas, Target, Sames KIA, La Posada, Villarreal & Romero, Attorneys at Law, Allstate Insurance, KVTV, KGNS, CW and Telemundo, U.S. Border Patrol, Stitch and Print, Laredo Energy Areana, Briggs Equipment, Enterprise Rent a Car, Radiorama/P&N Radio and TV Advertising.
For information regarding the event visit www.autmusfest.com or contact Yelitza Howard at 956.326.4483.
Journalists who need additional information or help with media requests and interviews should contact the Office of Public Relations, Marketing and Information Services at prmis@tamiu.edu