In this episode of Points South Live, pioneering, transcendental indie folk band The Deer performs songs from their new release The Beautiful Undead live at Long Play Lounge East in Austin, TX. Bandmates Grace Rowland, Michael McLeod, Jesse Dalton, Alan Eckert, and Noah Jeffries join KUTX host Elizabeth McQueen to chat about making music during the pandemic, reconnecting with live audiences, and processing grief through their songs.

Points South Live is a series of live events featuring music and conversations with artists, finding resonances in creators' craft, experiences, and communities. 

This Points South Live event was produced with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and Long Play Lounge East. The episode was produced by Sara A. Lewis, Christian Brown, and Christian Leus. You can help keep events like this free by making a contribution at OxfordAmerican.org/donate.