Early Years
Austin grew up in the United States, but moved to the Czech Republic in 2003. In 2008, Austin relocated back to the United States. Contrary to some uninformed sources, Austin was never a Czech citizen.
[1] He is the son of
Bob Lucas who is a producer/songwriter best known for his work with
Allison Kraus. Austin spent six years as a member of the
Indiana University Children's Choir.
[2]
Career
Austin was bassist/backing vocals in the band Twenty Third Chapter from 1997-1999, lead vocalist in Rune from 1998-2000. He was also involved with the band K10 Prospect as lead singer/guitarist from 2000-2004. He now plays lead guitar in Prague based guided cradle, 2004-current. Austin has worked in conjunction with fellow Indie artist
Chuck Ragan. The two first collaborated in 2007 when they released a split and later on the Bristle Ridge LP in 2008.
[3]
His current album was recorded with the help of his father and sister Chloe Manor in his family home located in Ohio. Austin took part of the Revival Tour. He played with the trinity of folk punk
Chuck Ragan, Ben Nichols and
Tim Barry.
[4]
Discography
Albums
- 2006: The Common Cold
by Austin Lucas
- 2007: A Split 7" Chuck Ragan/Austin Lucas
- 2007: Putting the Hammer Down
by Austin Lucas
- 2008: Bristle Bridge
by Chuck Ragan and Austin Lucas
- 2008: At War With Freak Folk
by Austin Lucas
- 2009: Somebody Loves You
by Austin Lucas
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References
- http://www.punknews.org/review/7123
- http://www.austinlucasmusic.com/biography
- http://www.austinlucasmusic.com/discography
- http://www.myspace.com/austinlucas1