Chappell Roan Gives 'Em a Good Show at ACL Fest

The pop supernova comes through with cowgirl chic

"...For about a week there, no one was sure Chappell Roan’s Austin City Limits Fest set was going to..."

Oct. 7, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

As Chappell Roan’s Star Rises, ACL Festival Swaps Her Set Time

Viral pop star switches places with Ohio band Caamp

"...was only a matter of time before ACL adjusted Chappell Roan’s festival slot. In light of the singer’s record-breaking..."

Aug. 17, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Chappell Roan Says ACL Performance Is Her Last of the Year, and More Surprises From Weekend Two

The heat lingered at sets from Vince Staples, Dua Lipa, Jeezy, and more

"...and Orville Peck, Dua Lipa bleed Burnt Orange, and Chappell Roan go out on a high note. Here are..."

Oct. 14, 2024 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Chappell Roan Gives 'Em a Good Show at ACL Fest

The pop supernova comes through with cowgirl chic

Oct. 11, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

The Off Beat: ACL Weekend One Was Hot, Dusty, and Gay as Hell

Notes from the ground at Zilker, plus tips for weekend two

"...Even before Chappell Roan made the entire park her audience, LGBTQ+ artists..."

Oct. 11, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

Sturgill Simpson Stays Outlaw, Tyler, the Creator Gets Sentimental, and Other ACL Sunday Highlights

The fest stayed sunny on the final day of the first weekend

"...hand fans, and camo hats, anticipating the arrival of Chappell Roan in two hours' time. Not quite the appropriate..."

Oct. 7, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: Autumn on My Mind

Alternative column title this week: I Wish It Weren’t So Damn Hot!

"...a hot speculative topic, Neon Rainbows’ official pre-party for Chappell Roan’s ACL performance is sure to be a real..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Column by James Scott

Miyazaki, Hot Boys, Jane Austen Improv, and More Recommended Events

The weekend is looking ... a little weird

"...  – Richard Whittaker Drag Your Ass to Brunch: Chappell Roan vs. Sabrina Carpenter..."

July 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Caroline Rose Ditches Spotify and Live Nation for an Old-School Album Rollout

Alt-pop artist embraces a “slug mentality”

"...decades-long battle against Ticketmaster. At the Grammys on Sunday, Chappell Roan called for labels to provide health insurance for..."

Feb. 5, 2025 Music Post by Caroline Drew

A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...school night!   – James Scott Pink Pony Club: Chappell Roan Drag Tribute..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...'Mom told you so' (France) / Director/Screenwriter: Cécile Cournelle Chappell Roan - 'Casual' / Director: Hadley HillelScreenwriters: Hadley Hillel,..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Dinos, Sharks, Muppets, and Lots of Fireworks Lead Our Recommended Events

Get ready for the Fourth or the weekend in general

"...Pop music got a sapphic shock when Chappell Roan finally broke into the mainstream with her album..."

July 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Caleb de Casper, Money Chicha, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Classical, hip-hop, jazz, blues, and much more

"...Pop music got a sapphic shock when Chappell Roan finally broke into the mainstream with her album..."

July 5, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

New Music Venue ConcertDome Combines Candlelight Concerts With the Sphere

A string quartet performs in immersive space starting May 9

"...(featuring the music of Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, and Chappell Roan), and Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar...."

May 7, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

A Redhead, Pink Pony, and Kaleidoscope in This Weekend’s Events

Arts and culture to keep you entertained

"...attending cowpokes can knock boots to the beats of Chappell Roan, Beyoncé, the Chicks, Dolly Parton, and more. Lavender..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Musician Panels, a Band of Horses Live Set, and More Reviews From Wednesday of SXSW

John Fogerty, Tom Morello, and Andrew McMahon get chatty

"...inspire much interest in our current mainstream landscape (cough, Chappell Roan), and when an early set piece began veering..."

March 13, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

The Luv Doc: A Serious Conversation

You get to have emotions, sure, but that doesn’t unilaterally excuse you from reading the room

"...out to Shaboozey, or Taylor Swift ... or maybe Chappell Roan, because if I’m being real, that “HOT TO..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Column by The Luv Doc

Music and Moments From ACL Music Festival 2024 (Weekend 2)

"...Chappell Roan..."

Oct. 14, 2024 Photo Gallery

Qmmunity: Camp Conundrum

Oh good, another column about queer movies. How original!

"...you, like, surprised that there’s a drag pre-party for Chappell Roan’s second-weekend ACL performance? Brigitte Bandit and Moxie host,..."

Oct. 11, 2024 Column by James Scott

Music and Crowds From ACL Music Festival 2024: Sunday (Weekend 1)

"...Chronicle photographers' shots of Kehlani, Orville Peck, Sturgill Simpson, Chappell Roan, and more. Read up on the first weekend's..."

Oct. 7, 2024 Photo Gallery

Blink-182 Bring the Banter to “Austin Titty Limits” and More From ACL Fest’s Friday Kickoff

Chris Stapleton twangs and bangs, Leon Bridges grooves

"...for festival nerves. Like a combination of fellow ACLers Chappell Roan and Chris Stapleton, the Georgia-born songwriter bobbed heads..."

Oct. 5, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

ACL Fest 2024 Preview

10 ACL Festival artists you’ll want to catch while the sun is still out

"...Dua Lipa; Tyler, the Creator; and – yes – Chappell Roan: As the years go by and our growing..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

New Arrivals, Old Faves, and More Ways to Refuel at ACL

The fest returns with a Beer Hall facelift, Mighty Cone’s comeback

"...flipping “Mexican-style smash burger” before you fight the anticipated Chappell Roan crowd...."

Oct. 1, 2024 Food Post by Amaya Austin

Proms, Humps, and Queerbombs Highlight This Weekend's Events

21 ways to get out of the house

"...Ruby Knight. Expect a night filled with bops from Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, King Princess, MUNA, Janelle..."

May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Jon Muq Album Release, Hole in the Wall Anniversary, and More Crucial Concerts

All manner of sounds for every ear

"...Ruby Knight. Expect a night filled with bops from Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, King Princess, MUNA, Janelle..."

May 31, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

Crosstalk: Cheap Concerts, Tattoo Art Shows, and More Culture News

And the Parlor holds out for a reopening

"...Blink-182, Sturgill Simpson, Pretty Lights, Khruangbin, Reneé Rapp, and Chappell Roan on its 2024 bill. The festival holds court..."

May 10, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

Dua Lipa, Tyler, the Creator, Blink-182 Lead 2024 ACL Fest Lineup

Zilker Park holds court October 4-6 and 11-13

"...Girls star Reneé Rapp and TikTok sensation/Olivia Rodrigo opener Chappell Roan nod to younger, gayer ACL first-timers...."

May 7, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Last Week in Live Music: Party Van, Olivia Rodrigo, Disturbed, Chelsea Wolfe, Vermin the Villain, and More

"...Chappell Roan at the Moody Center on February 28, 2024..."

March 5, 2024 Photo Gallery

Olivia Rodrigo, at the Precipice of Rock and Pop Stardom

Singer teeters on poise and rowdiness for fourth GUTS tour stop

"...of the songwriter’s origins on Disney TV shows. Opener Chappell Roan, who shares a producer with Rodrigo in Dan..."

Feb. 29, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crosstalk: Parish Reopens Following Fall Fire, and More Music News

Billy Strings at Radio and proposed touring visa rate hikes

"...& Roll Playhouse (Feb. 19), and L.A. synth-pop singer Chappell Roan (Feb. 20). Besides stellar lineups, the space rounds..."

Feb. 17, 2023 Music Column by Kriss Conklin