Advocates Sue Texas Over Prisoners Being “Cooked To Death”

Filmmaker Rick Linklater joins the call for action

"...will begin suffering through another summer of 100-plus degree days, every day, month after month. Some will collapse and..."

April 23, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...Friday 19, Mueller Lake Park..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...Thursday 4, Barrel O’ Fun..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Riddle of Fire

Three kids embark on an epic quest on a lazy, golden summer day

"...Directed by: Weston Razooli. Starring: Phoebe Ferro, Skyler Peters, Charlie Stover, Lio Tipton, Charles Halford, Weston Razooli and Lorelei..."

March 22, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Review: Road House

Eighties classic gets a rock ’em, sock ’em remake

"...that mournful Western – there’s even a book-loving teen, Charlie (Hannah Lanier), on hand to tell Dalton he’s basically..."

March 9, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Serving Real Realness

AI art has no place in the queer community, plus queer Austin updates

"...fag and queer become “Fagin Boyer,” and Cheer Up Charlies becomes “chair of Charlie’s.”..."

March 1, 2024 Column by James Scott

Cassette Roulette, Some Bitchcraft, and More Arts Events

Get arty this week with our recommended happenings

"...Thursday 22, Future Front House..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Bloody Brides, Creepy Cats, and More Arts Events for the Week

Valentine's (and anti-Valentine) fun, soundtracking a rock, etc.

"...Thursday 8, Terrazas Branch Library..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

A Freight Train Ride Through Lucinda Williams’ Artistry at ACL Live

Former Austinite stands tall on the blues in soundtracked read-along

"...reception at ACL Live at the Moody Theater on Friday night felt a bit like seeing the movie adaptation...."

Jan. 20, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

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

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...when Suzanne's boss asks her to work during their holiday road trip in Sri Lanka. Cast: Sathya Sridharan, Anastasia..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Unheard Witness

The untold story of Charles Whitman’s wife is one of domestic violence red flags

"...Whitman, Unheard Witness tells the story of "Kathy and Charlie" against a backdrop of major historical events: Civil Rights..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Inspector Sun

Fun-filled animated comedy brings back whodunnits for kids

"...contain. Even watching the greatest cinematic Chinese American hero, Charlie Chan, is tough once you realize it's Swedish actor..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: A Sis With a Fist

Sister Fisters event group plans their fifth annual Halloween party with an eye toward encouraging queer talent

"...party. This year's Oct. 31 event at Cheer Up Charlies marks their fifth ritual rock-out, boasting legendary SF alums..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Column by James Scott

SXSW Announces More Speakers for 2024 Digging Deeper Into AI and the Future of Work

Dylan Mulvaney, Chuck D, and Uber CEO all added as speakers

"...austinchronicle.com/sxsw. Now here's the full list of panels announced today:..."

Oct. 24, 2023 SXSW Post

Foo Fighters, Alanis Morissette, BigXthaPlug, and More Highlights From Saturday at ACL Fest

From Rina Sawayama's avant-pop to Die Spitz's morning mosh

"...getting a bunch of artists together in a field, Saturday of Austin City Limits Music Festival generated notable crossovers...."

Oct. 8, 2023 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Saw X

Jigsaw returns in a giant flashback event

"...Remember in Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives, when the producers..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

ACL Fest Food Vendors Prepare to Feed the Music Masses

ACL Eats expands with dessert-focused ACL Sweets

"...says Chris Cunningham, co-owner of Austin bagel shop Nervous Charlie’s. “Like, if you're in a restaurant, there's not 200,000..."

Oct. 4, 2023 Food Post by Hannah Rossi

Fantastic Fest Review: Saw X

Least-secret secret screening still has some twists

"...no place for a studio horror opening the following day...."

Sept. 28, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Charlie Robison, Charismatic Texas Country Singer-Songwriter, Has Died at 59

Following 2018 retirement, Robison had returned to the stage this year

"...Charlie Robison, the artist behind such Texas staples as “My..."

Sept. 11, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Lobbying to Save Lives in Texas Prisons

It'll cost $500 million to get A/C in prisons

"...was supposed to happen on Aug. 2 – one day before Hannah's 31st birthday...."

Aug. 25, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

No Repeats, No Regrets: Metallica Catches Lightning in Arlington, Twice

Symmetrical nights on the M72 World Tour dug deeper into the catalog

"...“What else should we play?” James Hetfield grinned late Sunday night at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. “Have we played..."

Aug. 21, 2023 Music Post by Austin Powell

Ways to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop in Austin

The Illharmonic Orchestra, Bavu Blakes, and more reflect on the genre's golden jubilee

"...In the early August dog days of summer 1973, the Jamaica-born, Bronx-based DJ Kool Herc..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

Quiet Light Celebrates Debut Album Fourth of July With a Heartfelt Homecoming Show

Independence Day arrives July 1 for folk-minded pop artist Riya Mahesh

"...Riya Mahesh debuted as Quiet Light on an unassuming Tuesday night at Hole in the Wall, booked by friends..."

June 27, 2023 Music Post by Wayne Lim

Fool's Paradise

Charlie Day as actor and his double in this Hollywood satire

"...Directed by: Charlie Day. Starring: Charlie Day, Ken Jeong, Kate Beckinsale, Adrien..."

May 12, 2023 Movie Review

Willie Nelson’s 90th Birthday Tribute Convenes Keith Richards, Snoop Dogg, Norah Jones, and More at the Hollywood Bowl

Two-night song extravaganza pulled stars from across generations

"...Willie is a catalyzing force. The songwriter’s remarkable 90th birthday celebration thus called for an equally remarkable lineup...."

May 1, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Dinosaur Jr. at Lakeline Park, Los Texmaniacs in Sunset Valley, and more recommended shows

"...Dinosaur Jr., Soul Asylum, A Giant Dog Lakeline Park, Saturday 29, 2:30pm..."

April 28, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

At Two Step Inn, a New Brand of Country Finds Its Central Texas Audience

Sold-out Georgetown fest matched Nineties legends and rising stars

"...found the right mix, and timing, with this year’s two-day, three-stage Two Step Inn at Georgetown’s San Gabriel Park...."

April 17, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

12 Jurors Found Him Guilty of Murder. Gov. Abbott Thinks He Knows Better.

An Army sergeant thought he could get away with murdering a Black Lives Matter protester, and he might be right

"...carefully consider the evidence presented to them – eight days of it, much of it very detailed. They spent..."

April 14, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Qmmunity: Board Certified

Qmmunity rounds up notices from Austin's queer community calling for music, art, and more

"...out a volunteer call for their April 2 Trans Day of Visibility picnic and art market at Grassroots Leadership...."

March 24, 2023 Column by James Scott

Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion 2023

"...Postponed a day due to the Thursday storms that rolled through Central..."

March 20, 2023 Photo Gallery

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