How Three Austin Songwriters Found Family in Next of Kin

On debut EP Homemaker, Lili Hickman, Madison Baker, and Caelin reach queer country transcendence

"...Caelin Tralongo sits slouched in the corner of a booth at Cafe Java in North..."

May 9, 2025 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Blank Hellscape Crafts Five Years of Intricate Demos Into Hell 2

Your favorite local band’s favorite local band emerges with sophomore album

"...Deems and Andrew Nogay, his bandmates in Blank Hellscape. The multi-instrumentalist is on a brief four-day break from an..."

April 25, 2025 Music Feature by Kyra Bruce

MAGA Moms and the Republican Resistance to School Vouchers

Make education public again

"...We’ve got three kids. I’ve stayed at home with them every single second of their lives. And I believe..."

March 21, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Qmmunity: We’re All in This Together

There’s lots to do in queer Austin even after the circus is out of town – and non-queer people can come, too!

"...Well, LGBTQs reading this: We’ve made it through another week, and we’ll be surviving through this next one..."

March 14, 2025 Column by James Scott

Valentine's and Beyond With This Weekend's Recommended Events

From dark stories to romantic dance

"...party offering unique fun and discovery. Beyond scoping out the museum’s fascinating exhibits and learning about prehistoric mating behavior,..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest

"...kicking off its 2025 Film & TV Festival with The Studio, the new Apple TV+ half-hour series from Seth..."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Theatre Review: Penfold Theatre’s It’s a Wonderful Life

The hopes and fears of George Bailey’s years, unpacked in a single night

"...emotional effect on you, I'd highly recommend seeing a therapist. You might be a sociopath. Because it doesn't matter..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Qmmunity: ASHwell Rounds Up Funds at Their HoeDown

Giddy-up girlie with this “anti-gala gayla”

"...Central Texans. So what’s an org to do when they need 1) cash and 2) awareness of their need..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Column by James Scott

Opinion: Help on the Horizon: Homelessness, Addiction, and Hope

We need to support a multifaceted approach that addresses housing, harm reduction, and supportive services simultaneously

"...Recovery Month, a time to celebrate people who’ve overcome their addictions and honor those we’ve lost to overdose. Overdose..."

Sept. 27, 2024 Column by Maggie Luna

City Council Countdown: Meet the Candidates

Here’s one minute of information on each race

"...Austin’s six City Council races for the Nov. 5 election provide a number of interesting storylines...."

Aug. 30, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Money City Could Spend on Community Programs Likely Going to Police Raises

Council set to adopt next year’s budget on Wednesday

"...for police raises called for in a labor contract the city is still negotiating over with the Austin Police..."

Aug. 13, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

Some Local Arts, Pride, and More Recommended Events

Plan your Austin weekend

"...ever since its days on South Congress. Now at the Canopy Complex, it neighbors newer Austin galleries that are..."

Aug. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: August Events Roundup

Sweet sheep, Lonesome Dove peeks, and more to see around the state

"...August is harvest time around the state, plus there’s lots of other activities to get..."

Aug. 1, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

A Jukebox Musical, Chicken Tips, and More Weekday Events

Don't pretend like you don't need chicken tips

"...6 years old to 106 are invited to submit their paper toy designs to local stationary sweethearts Letterpress Play...."

July 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Daniel Fears, Sydney Wright, AB6IX, and More Crucial Concerts

Get out and get live

"...Jhené Aiko: The Magic Hour Tour..."

July 12, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...court that I-35 didn’t “cause discrimination.” But, KUT reported, the state agency’s own historical assessment of the highway states:..."

June 7, 2024 News Feature

Review: Deaf Austin Theatre’s Tiny Beautiful Things

Fostering connection through Cheryl Strayed’s advice columns

"...feel dark, alone. I’m losing faith in humanity. Is there such a thing as basic decency anymore? Or is..."

May 24, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

David Sedaris and the Art of Ignoring

Austin-bound, the author adds a new descriptor: controversial.

"...New Yorker, he’s used to being in one of the most crowded cities in America: not crowded as in..."

April 28, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Will Austin ISD Push Out a Highly Regarded Partner?

The district is proposing to give away family service centers

"...“There is a disconnect,” said Allen Weeks, executive director of..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

We Have an Issue: Everything You Need to Know About The Austin Chronicle’s Best of Austin Awards

When to vote, why to vote, and how to campaign

"...In this issue we kick off another Best of Austin Awards cycle. For 34 years, we’ve..."

March 29, 2024 Column by Kimberley Jones

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, March 1-7

"...PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In old Hawaii, the people loved their deities but also demanded productive results...."

March 1, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...South by Southwest audiences have seen the artier side of Ryan Gosling with films like the..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Opinion: We Need to Break the Barriers for Texans With Old Records

Maggie Luna, an Austin resident and mom of three, writes about her experience in the Texas prison system and how a rehabilitation center changed her life

"...Texas has the largest state prison population in the United States. Our..."

Dec. 1, 2023 Column by Maggie Luna

Black Pumas’ Eric Burton Bets on Himself

After an abrupt break, Chronicles of a Diamond completely reinvents the band dynamic

"...help support his mom through health issues. It was then, in 2014, that he wrote the most serene track..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Qmmunity: Transing Pride

ATX Trans Pride puts the spotlight on the transgender community during Austin Pride

"...When asked about the origin point for August event ATX Trans Pride –..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Column by James Scott

The People Who Collect Austin's Trash Struggle in Extreme Heat

A/C issues continue at Austin Resource Recovery

"...When Austin's garbage collectors tend to the green and blue bins lined up along the curbs..."

July 14, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, June 30 - July 6

"...outwitted! Liabilities diminished! Bad habits replaced with good habits! These are some of the glorious developments possible for you..."

June 30, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

ERCOT Sends Mixed Messages About Summer Grid Capacity

But blaming renewables for failures doesn’t add up

"...As Austin began preheating for summer last week, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas dropped its seasonal assessment..."

May 12, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Your Field Guide to 80 Essential Acts at SXSW Music

Highlighting the best and buzziest at this year's Festival

"...artists to play on more than 75 stages throughout the Texas capital. Among the international, national, and hometown musicians..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Former Heartless Bastard Jesse Ebaugh Finds His Own Texas Touch

The Tender Things face hard truths on new LP

"...launches into that "That Texas Touch," title track to the Tender Things' third LP...."

Feb. 24, 2023 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

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