20th Annual HAAM Day Music Festival Raises Funds for Austin Musicians

PAACK, an Austin-based supergroup of women musicians including Kelly Green, Paige DeChausse, Cari Huston, and Andrea Magee, performed at the 20th annual HAAM Day Music Festival at the H-E-B SoCo in Austin on Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025. HAAM Day is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM), featuring 250 free performances by over 300 musicians at more than 100 venues across Central Texas. Founded in 2005, HAAM provides affordable healthcare for low-income musicians in Austin and aims to raise over $850,000.

Gina Chavez performed at the Capitol during the festival, while Scrappy Jud Newcomb tuned up for his set. Douglas Leveton, HAAM's Signature Events Coordinator, set up signage at the event. PAACK, a five-member supergroup including Violet Lea, also took a group photo before performing. Troy Campbell delivered a performance, and Paul Scott, HAAM's CEO, introduced Scrappy Jud Newcomb and Troy Campbell on stage. A donation box was also present to support the cause.

The festival, held annually, highlights HAAM's mission to support local musicians through accessible healthcare. Attendees enjoyed live music while contributing to the nonprofit's fundraising efforts.