We Have an Issue: A Song of Ice and Fire

Recovering from last week's ice storm, and rocking out to Urban Heat

"...As I write this, my neighborhood's near-constant buzz of chain..."

Feb. 10, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

We Come From the Land of the Ice and Snow

Sword drummer Trivett Wingo hammers out an appreciation of Led Zeppelin III

"...Heavy metal's manifest destiny never staked a more righteous and..."

March 28, 2008 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

AFF Crowning Game of Thrones Showrunners

David Benioff and D.B. Weiss join prestigious roster of honorees

"...The blood on the ground from Battle of Winterfell has barely dried, and the fight for..."

May 2, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Persistence of Vision Podcast Books Your Life Up Right

Austin-based audio series brings lively lit-talk from local lights

"...They’re telling you to stay the fuck home, citizen. “Binge some video,” they’re telling..."

March 16, 2020 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

SXSW Announces Midnighters, VR And More

Time to get dark and artistic with the latest film wave

"...So SXSW made its first announcement for film, so you've had your..."

Feb. 5, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Avocados Banned, More Mrs. Johnson's Planned, Micklethwait's Celebrates, Garrison Bros x Ice Cream Pros, and More …

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Here's some of what's happening in Austin's culinary scene, as wrangled from..."

Feb. 16, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Game of Thrones: Taking Back the Kingdom

Epic playlist for the HBO siege’s fourth season

"...Thank the old gods that HBO’s Game of Thrones returns..."

April 4, 2014 Music Post by Abby Johnston

Ray Manzarek: Trying to Set the World on Fire

The late Doors keyboardist at the Garden of Eden

"...When I was a freshman at Sonoma State University in 2006, I..."

May 23, 2013 Music Post by Danielle Zelisko

12 More Days of ECM

12 More Days of vintage ECM jazz Touchstones

"...On the third gift guide of Christmas my true love gave to me... ECM for..."

Dec. 19, 2008 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Life Is a Rhythm

Ground zero for Austin hip-hop: University Hills' 2-3

"...Pulling up to the Northeast Austin intersection of Rogge and Manor Road, an SUV..."

Nov. 17, 2006 Music Feature by Robert Gabriel

Wes Anderson Brings Isle of Dogs to SXSW

Plus Midnighters bring the gore, and Alita party

"...Last week, SXSW announced that high-concept horror A Quiet Place..."

Feb. 7, 2018 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

S.L. Houser, TsuShiMaMiRe, and More Crucial Concerts

Plus country jams, doom metal, and a jazz tag team

"...Gruene Music and Wine Festival..."

Oct. 11, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Hammer of the Gods

Scandinavia brings the lobster tail to SXSW 07

"...The Romans and Greeks were the first to write about Scandinavia,..."

Feb. 23, 2007 Music Feature by Audra Schroeder

Meet Me at Waterloo Records: Playing, Shopping, and Encountering Life-Changing Moments at the Heart of Austin Music

Influential Austin characters reminice on 40 years of playing, shopping, and encountering life-changing moments at the heart of Austin music

"...Doyle Bramhall II glanced over his shoulder and gave me a..."

April 8, 2022 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Mo' Music: 20 Top Tracks of 2013, Part 2

Part 2 of Rob's year-end countdown

"...You only 2013 once, so let's celebrate the best music of the year. For the sake..."

Jan. 5, 2014 Qmmunity Post by Rob Cohen

Page Two: Cat and Mouse

Slipping in and out of dreams, films, and comics, in which nothing is revealed

"...A brick is thrown at a head. The thrower is..."

Oct. 5, 2007 Column by Louis Black

A Look Inside Black Pumas’ Special Performance at C-Boy’s Heart & Soul

Celebrating new album Chronicles of a Diamond back where it all began

"...Homegrown soul rockers Black Pumas returned to their roots Thursday night at C-Boys..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Music Post by David Brendan Hall

Ivan Cornejo, Steve Wynn, Cardinals, and More Reviews From Thursday of SXSW

Sonic dispatches from Ireland, Mexico, and the Afro Diaspora

"...Day four of South by Southwest Music felt especially global...."

March 14, 2025 Music Post by Kyra Bruce

Please Kill Me and other ROCK & ROLL BOOKS of 1996

"......"

Dec. 6, 1996 Books Feature

Last Shotgun Blast of SXSW Film Programming

'Hobo,' Spike's 'Scenes From the Suburbs,' and more

"...And, yes, we've chosen our words carefully...."

Feb. 10, 2011 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Playback: Hanging in the House of Songs

The House of Songs, Hotel Vegas on tour, and Terminator Too: Judgment Play

"...Up on a hill in South Austin, a cozy white house stands..."

Jan. 23, 2015 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

The Women of Hot Luck Fest Talk Food and Music

15 chefs share kitchen tunes & exclusive bites

"...In its third year, Hot Luck Fest's party vibe is quintessentially Austin, with..."

May 24, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Spangles and High Heels

Dreams come true, just ask "Her Tallness," Marcia Ball.

"..."I got $75, who'll give a hunnert?" bawls the auctioneer, holding up a purple-and-gold LSU..."

June 20, 2003 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Art in Motion, Pride Kickoff, and More Weekday Recommendations

Arts and more to keep you busy

"...Native America: In Translation..."

Aug. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

SXSW Friday Picks and Sleepers

"...FRIDAY PICKS FLAMING LIPS / JIM JAMES / DIVINE FITS..."

March 15, 2013 Music Feature

‘Game of Thrones’ Gets a Dowager Countess

And other non-spoilery bits about Sunday’s season 3 premiere

"...When it comes to labeling HBO’s epic series Game of Thrones, “fantasy” isn’t a..."

March 29, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

LoneStarCon 3: The Howard and George Show

Howard Waldrop and George R. R. Martin really do like each other

"...To commemorate their half-century of improbable friendship, writers George R. R...."

Sept. 1, 2013 Books Post by Robert Faires

Hot Summer Questions for JaRon Marshall + the Collective, Felt Out, and Jane Leo

The free, Chron-curated lineup pops up Saturday at the 13th Floor

"...Like Free Week in the winter, the no-cost, high-temp musical festival Hot Summer Nights returns to Downtown Austin Thursday,..."

July 21, 2023 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

And All the Country Wept With a Loud Voice

Second-place winner

"...What kind of music do you want for your funeral,..."

Feb. 28, 2014 Books Feature by Greg Koehler

Meanwhile Brewing’s Free Birthday Bash and More Crucial Concerts This Week

From Jonathan Richman at the Continental to Saweetie at AFROTECH

"...Looking for the best shows happening in Austin this week? Check out the Chronicle music..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

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