Antone’s Releases Limited 50th Anniversary Vinyl Single
The 500-copy record features Jimmie Vaughan and rock icons to benefit the Clifton Chenier Memorial Scholarship.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Blues
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Austin music fans can now pre-order a limited-edition vinyl single featuring a star-studded cover of Clifton Chenier’s One Step at a Time. The track features Ivan Neville, CC Adcock, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and Jimmie Vaughan as part of a new compilation celebrating the 50th anniversary of Antone’s.
Why it matters
The release honors the legacy of Antone’s, which has been a pillar of the local blues scene for half a century. Proceeds from the effort support the Clifton Chenier Memorial Scholarship at the University of Louisiana.
Antone’s celebrates 50 years with a 7-inch vinyl release limited to 500 discs. The song is part of an 11-track compilation titled Antone’s 50th Presents Chicago Bound.
The players
Antone’s
A historic Austin nightclub and venue that has been a central hub for the city’s blues scene for 50 years.
Jimmie Vaughan
A celebrated blues guitarist and a staple of the Austin music community.
Clifton Chenier
The influential zydeco musician whose song One Step at a Time is featured on the new single.
The details
The single is available for pre-order, with the track featuring a collaboration between Ivan Neville, CC Adcock, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and Jimmie Vaughan. A second track, Bayou Congeaux, is included as a digital-only B-side. The physical records are part of the larger Antone’s 50th Presents Chicago Bound compilation, which spans 11 tracks total.
Timeline
The announcement was made on October 29, 2026.
The Texas Context
This release follows the long-standing tradition of Antone’s using its milestone anniversaries to bridge local blues talent with global rock icons. It continues the venue's decades-long role as a primary connection point between Austin’s music scene and international recording artists.
Local collectors and music fans can secure their copies now through the pre-order window. The digital B-side will be available to all fans, allowing wider access to the charity-driven project.
The takeaway
Collectors should look to the Antone's 50th anniversary pages for pre-order links and distribution updates. Keep an eye on the venue's milestone event calendar for further commemorative projects throughout the anniversary year.
Further reading
For more on the venue's legacy and upcoming performances, check the Blues section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Relix Media.
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