“...their brilliantly bleak folk-rock originals are plenty promising enough to make us want to get in good with the pack.”
— Jack Anderson, KUTX

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Officially murdered the Sunday Scaries with music. Thank you to everyone who came out, what a lovely evening, and thank you to @thediscountpills and @tigertonighttx for having us ✨. 📸: @n._snyder
🐈 🐺 Feline / Lupine night at @knomadbar. Let's howl and growl with the best of 'em. Sunday Oct 13 with pals @cobra_cats and @tigertonighttx
I am deeply saddened by the news that @hihataustin will be closing its doors at the end of this month. @s_schraderatx and his entire staff have been some of the most gracious and generous folks I've come across in the Austin music scene. My band befo
🔥We're excited to play a show with @todycastillomusic on July 13 at our fav little east side haunt @hihataustin. This will be our first show with this new configuration, including the lead guitar stylings of @mydoorfaceswest, so you definitely don't
📣 NEW TENDER WOLF ALERT📣 we are so excited to soft launch our newest member @mydoorfaceswest into the pack. Topher exceeds the rigorous talent and vibe criteria and we can't wait to play our first show with him in tow in July, details to be announc
Such tender wolves 'round the town tonight 🐺
Thanks to all who came out to hear us play our trio set and unveil new songs. You were such a gracious audience and it felt so good to connect with y'all. Let's do it again soon.
👖🩸okay, honestly, I can't wait for this. We are so excited to share the stage with these legends of art @movingpanoramas and @hoyston. This is a free show at the best little venue with some of the best food on the east side. See y'all there! 🩸👖
👩‍🎤 still reeling from our show last weekend, we're gearing up for our next show in november at @captainquackenbush with the formidable @ladychopsforever and @sunanthestrike! get yr tix in advance to save a few🦴 link in bio #austinmusic #aus
📡on Saturdays we wear black📡 so many thanks to @satellitecommunications and @theparloraustintexas for having us out yesterday for satellite fest. special thanks to the tiny break dancers, spinning and popping to all our tunes🤸 📸: @blackshalemus
📡TRANSMISSION INCOMING📡 10/21! We go on at 3! The Parlor! Punk rock pizza! Find out how many songs I know about satellites! Hear me tell tale about when I lived near The Very Large Array! See you there! END TRANSMISSION #satellitefestival #theparl
🌈 show alert! 🌈 excited to take the stage at @cheerupcharlies on 9/17 with pals @brideymurphymusic and @berriesinthewoods! Be there or be not there! #atxmusic #austinmusic #atxlivemusic #cheerupcharlies
🐺 and we have EP artwork 🐺 This sick album art was created by the multitalented @legionnaires_disease specifically for our EP, to be fully released later this year. Speaking of releases... 🤐 #tenderwolf #albumart #visualart #wolves #austinmusic

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For booking inquiries, email tenderwolfmusic@gmail.com

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Tender Wolf is the melancholic brainchild of guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter J. Summar (Milktoast Millie & the Scabby Knees).

Their “brilliantly bleak folk-rock originals,” are punctuated by haunting melodies, introspective lyrics, and a touch of ethereal elegance provided by Courtney Waldron Daehne's (Milktoast Millie & the Scabby Knees) cello, the band creates captivating sadcore music that resonates deeply. Backing vocalist and bassist Chris Nine (Stella & the Very Messed, Schatzi) adds rich harmonies, intertwining with J. Summar's vocals to create a hauntingly beautiful synergy. Phil McJunkins' (Moving Panoramas, Sanco Loop) dynamic drumming completes the lineup, elevating Tender Wolf's moody compositions with a vital pulse. Together, their “orchestral-grunge lyrics” and “instrumental interplay,” invite listeners on an introspective musical journey, exploring the complexities of the human heart.

Tender Wolf's music weaves a sonic tapestry of raw emotion and introspection. From gentle ballads to cathartic crescendos, their moody and dreamy sound embraces the bittersweet nature of existence.

Piccadilly and Good Day are out now, available everywhere you stream music.