Off the Record

The British and Transmission Entertainment invade SXSW, Speeding Motorcycle rides into Zach Scott Theatre, and Spot opens Trailer Space

"...focus on what I know best, and that's local music." Representatives from Austin's more established retailers, including Waterloo Records,..."

Feb. 22, 2008 Music Column by Austin Powell

Off the Record

Remembering blues drummer 'Uncle' John Turner, tracking the devil and Daniel Johnston, on-air with Seattle's KEXP, Abandoned Love Records, and more

"...and co-manager, Dick, through e-mail. The storied artist and musician, who recently returned from an MTV taping in Canada,..."

Aug. 3, 2007 Music Column by Austin Powell

When I'm 64

Veteran musicians retire to Austin

"...for a permanent winter. He'd set his sights on Austin years before, telling Doug Sahm of his intentions. "You..."

Feb. 4, 2005 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Adrian Quesada and the Long Path to His First Official Solo Release

Austin's unassuming superstar is a travellin' man

"...native as "the most talked-about man in the Latin music everything right now," aside from the current reggaeton galácticos...."

July 15, 2022 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Playback: Bob Dylan Goes Electric – Again!

Fifty years ago, Dylan and the Band went electric at Austin's Municipal Auditorium

"...Basement Tapes buddies the Band at a concert in Austin 50 years ago today, Sept. 24...."

Sept. 25, 2015 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Playback

Dreaming up the Young, smokin' with Snoop

"...the locals' national attention may soon eclipse their limited Austin buzz. Made up of four guys who previously only..."

June 8, 2012 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Off the Record

Prime real estate: Patricia Vonne and the historic opening week for Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater

"...after its soft opening, the first act to grace Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater already constitutes..."

Feb. 18, 2011 Music Column by Austin Powell

I Hope You're Happy Now

Andrew Bujalski, who wrote 'Funny Ha Ha' in Austin and wrapped it in Boston, on the film's unlikely fate

"...meandering trip since he first wrote the script in Austin in 2000, finished the film in Boston in the..."

July 8, 2005 Screens Feature by Spencer Parsons

This Is You

Waterloo Records marks 20 years as Austin's premiere record retail outlet.

"...20,000-plus albums released every year never sell 15,000 copies. Austinite Bob Schneider, on the other hand, sold 15,000 copies..."

April 5, 2002 Music Feature by Michael Bertin

Media Clips

The world’s major corporations have realized that the media can be big money, and they have invested heavily.

"...of the media can be seen right here in Austin -- especially as our population keeps growing, making us..."

Dec. 24, 1999 News Column by Lee Nichols

Bluesmen & Pink Ribbon Cowgirls

The deaths of Brenda Hutchison and Nick Curran give us pause

"...and both dedicated part of their lives to the music that makes Austin so special...."

Oct. 8, 2012 Music Post by Margaret Moser

Off the Record

Great music in odd places: punk rock at the Grand, Billy Gibbons' Twin Liquors visit, and 'Rehearsal at the Astoria'

"...bus in front of the store brought out an Austin Record Convention of vinyl enthusiasts seeking Sharpie authentication. The..."

Feb. 11, 2011 Music Column by Austin Powell

Off the Record

SXSW music news and carryings on

"...sat down for even a second during R.E.M.'s historic Austin City Limits taping on Thursday and not just because..."

March 14, 2008 Music Column by Austin Powell

ALTWorld: Round 2

The kids are alright and have showcases

"...The U18 movement in Austin got a boost yesterday with ALTWorld’s second workshop at..."

May 4, 2009 Music Post by Margaret Moser

Will Travel for Food

Boston's Austin Grill imports native Austin tastes to Northern climes. Eli Kooris reports as to whether the venture is a success.

"...of September was nerve-racking. It meant my departure from Austin, my home of nearly 18 years. I was headed..."

Dec. 1, 2000 Food Feature by Eli Kooris

A View From the Cheap Seats

"...illustration by Jason Stout..."

Feb. 19, 1999 Music Feature by Michael Bertin

Page Two: Our area of the world here

"...at the Chronicle is aswirl with tabulation. Music Poll ballots are being added up, Musicians Register entries..."

Feb. 9, 1996 Column by Louis Black

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...Our music writers recommend the best day parties and unofficial bonanzas..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Damn Alcohol and Dope Music..."

March 21, 2003 Column

The Big Crapshoot

Tracking South by Southwest

"..."Who got signed?" While the question naively implies that music industry movers and shakers just hand out recording contracts..."

March 14, 1997 Music Feature by Andy Langer

Picks & Sleepers

Sxsw

"...through Sunday's showcases, there will be some form of music happening somewhere on Austin turf at any given moment...."

March 20, 1998 Music Feature

SXSW Taps ConsenSys Founder Joseph Lubin for 2019 Keynote

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency track programming comes into focus

"...one of the foremost visionaries shaping the rapidly-developing blockchain industry, and as such we’re excited to have him as..."

Oct. 9, 2018 SXSW Post by Bonny Chu

Sxsw

"...Tony Bennett, Junior Brown, and Peter Wolf at the Austin Music Hall Thursday night, or the Grand Royal showcase..."

March 14, 1997 Music Feature

Dancing About Architecture

The city's noise ordinance proposes to drown out live music in Austin.

"...leading up to the climactic meeting on the new Austin noise ordinance was absolutely packed with big live outdoor..."

April 26, 2002 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Page Two

Local promoter and legend Tim O'Connor is retiring (well, he says he's retiring), and I want only to praise him. Hell, look at his accomplishments -- Castle Creek, Austin Opera House, Backyard, Austin Music Hall, La Zona Rosa, Willie, Farm Aid, and that's just the beginning.

"...15 years. Starting in March 1984 with the second Austin Music Awards Show, we've (the Chronicle and SXSW) produced..."

June 1, 2001 Column by Louis Black

Every Day of Your Life

Remembering Sims Ellison, and profiling the SIMS Foundation

"...support from friends and fans and members of the music community who filled the South Austin funeral home as..."

July 7, 2000 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Playback: SXSW Mission Statement

Six lists to get you through SXSW 2015

"...Of course, there's Kanye West's ego-mandated mid-March appearance in Austin, but that's become commonplace...."

March 20, 2015 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Page Two

"...though it's January, supposedly a relatively quiet month, the Austin conferences and festivals are building up healthy heads of..."

Jan. 17, 1997 Column by Louis Black

We Have an Issue: And The Award for “Loosiest-Goosiest Award Show Reimagining” Goes To ...

"...For a lot of people, last year's Austin Music Awards is time-stamped as the final public outing..."

March 5, 2021 Column by Kimberley Jones

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...it was for me to be invited to the Austin Music Awards to accept an award!..."

March 25, 2005 Column

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