Austin Classical Guitar's dream

The quality of the music in this concert was exceptional, but what made it special was the quality of the listening

"...including a new composition by ACG composer-in-residence Joseph V. Williams II. That program was powerful for how it connected..."

Aug. 10, 2018 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Congressional District 25

Can anybody beat the used car dealer?

"...only) and coach (and major GOP donor), incumbent Roger Williams now runs the family auto dealership, and has distinguished..."

Feb. 9, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

The Senate Shuffle

Lt. Gov. Dewhurst makes surprise committee switches

"...Administration Out: Tommy Williams, R-The Woodlands In: Kevin Eltife, R-Tyler A surprising switch,..."

July 14, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Picks and Sleepers

"...the former Ely drummer, forever Booze Weasel-turned-booker books: Hank Williams' illegitimate honky-tonker, Wayne Hancock; twang-bangers the Derailers; and Austin's..."

March 14, 2003 Music Feature

Fish

Here's Cyndi Williams' new play, Fish: an evocation of people and situations like the psychic furniture of a darker David Lynch film.

"...exquisitely lighted set in the Blue Theatre. Here's Cyndi Williams' new play, Fish: an evocation of people and situations..."

Nov. 10, 2000 Arts Review by Wayne Alan Brenner

Reissues

"...get some too-rare Milton Brown recordings, Cliff Bruner, Curly Williams (also too rare), Spade Cooley, and Hank Penny, among..."

July 28, 1995 Music Feature

Playback: 35 Years of Chronicle Music Covers

We wade through the roughly 300 issues stamped with the mug of a musician

"...Gary Floyd, Melissa Cobb, Randy Turner, Chris Wing, Karla Epler (8/6/82)..."

Sept. 2, 2016 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Audio Snapshots

America's premiere archival roots label celebrates the big 4-0.

"...Delta poetry to the jackhammer drive of Big Joe Williams; and Southern mountain music, from the very old-time sounds..."

Dec. 15, 2000 Music Feature by Mike Quinn

Reissues

Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band

"...record companies and high school buddy Frank Zappa (who christened him Beefheart and produced Trout in a self-consciously arty..."

June 25, 1999 Music Feature

Austin and the Academy

'Tree of Life,' 'Bullhead' score Oscar nominations

"...Marilyn" Jonah Hill in "Moneyball" Nick Nolte in "Warrior" Christopher Plummer in "Beginners" Max von Sydow in "Extremely Loud..."

Jan. 24, 2012 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Austin Film Festival Announces Full Lineup

AFF's finalized lineup

"...a Room” (USA, 80 min.) Writer/Director: Brian Hecker Cast: Williams H. Macy, Cheryl Hines, Steve Kaplan, Alia Shawkat, Jon..."

Sept. 24, 2008 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Coach's Corner

The UT Longhorns have two very good quarterbacks, but it's a lie to say they're both starters. And in tennis, Venus and Serena Williams are making it look so easy, people may not recognize just what unique talents they really are.

"...Then there's: "the Major and Chris are great buddies. They don't care who starts. They..."

Sept. 15, 2000 Column by Andy "Coach" Cotton

Murder on Music Row

Nashville, we have a problem.

"...for gun control at an NRA convention. Mentioning Hank Williams, Merle Haggard, and "ol' Possum" by name, the song..."

Sept. 1, 2000 Music Feature by Christopher Gray

Music Recommended

The Austin Chronicle's 14th Anniversary

"...no less - and doing a mighty fine job. CHRIS DUARTE Steamboat, Tuesday 12 Nevermind the huge sold-out shows..."

Sept. 8, 1995 Music Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...development limit, to the consternation of several would-be neighbors. Chris Wittmayer, who has led the fight against the retirement..."

Jan. 13, 2006 News Feature

Where Were You When ...

Sports lover Lisa Tozzi reflects on 1999, this "underdog" of a year.

"...3. Ricky Williams Put on a Wedding Dress. He took plenty of..."

Jan. 7, 2000 Sports Feature by Lisa Tozzi

Big Dogs, Young Rebels, and Aging Giants

The Austin promoters who bring the music come in all shapes and sizes

"...had entered quasi-retirement, it was to him that the Williamson County com­missioners turned for advice on building a midsize..."

Oct. 8, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

One of Them Days

Keke Palmer and SZA star in a likable throwback comedy

"...SZA, Joshua David Neal, Patrick Cage, Aziza Scott, Katt Williams, Maude Apatow, Amin Joseph, Lil Rey Howery and Janelle..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

What You Need to Know About U.S. Senate and House Races in Texas

Early voting in Texas starts Feb. 18, 2020. Here's the view from atop your Texas primary ballot.

"...have sufficient resources to run statewide: former U.S. Rep. Chris Bell, Houston City Council Member Amanda Edwards, veteran and..."

Dec. 6, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Congressional Campaign Fundraising [UPDATE]

Senate and House candidates late-posted dollars

"...Former Congressman and gubernatorial candidate Chris Bell posted $207,000 raised, $112,000 COH...."

Oct. 17, 2019 News Post by Michael King

A Year in Local Music Crams Onto One Stage at the 2018/19 Austin Music Awards

Unique musical moments make for a night of fan-voted accolades

"...a performance from Tomar & the FCs frontman Tomar Williams, whose family has been low-key dynastic to Austin music...."

Feb. 22, 2019 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Garth Brooks to Keynote SXSW

DMC, Warren G, and T.I. also added as conference speakers

"...Chris Milk (Entertainment Influencers): Chris Milk is CEO and co-founder..."

March 2, 2017 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

One, Two, Tres, Cuatro: Found a Job

If your job isn't what you love, then something isn't right

"...only thing I knew about it was watching Cindy Williams read a title from it on The Tonight Show..."

Jan. 27, 2012 Music Column by Margaret Moser

Unaccompanied Minors

Calling John Hughes: Former Freaks and Geekster Paul Feig has got your number.

"...Paul Feig. Starring: Lewis Black, Wilmer Valderrama, Tyler James Williams, Dyllan Christopher, Brett Kelly, Gina Mantegna, Quinn Shephard, Dominique..."

Dec. 8, 2006 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Naked City

Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"..."Would You Buy a Used Election From this Man?" Williams announced that Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn cannot be listed..."

July 14, 2006 News Feature

Return to Sin City

Gram Parsons, back in a big way even if he never left

"...Burrito Brothers with another Byrd that flew the coop, Chris Hillman, the lineup releasing a pair of LPs, 1969's..."

June 30, 2006 Music Feature by Jim Caligiuri

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Keeton Strayhorn in response to Secretary of State Roger Williams' decision to reject the name "Grandma" from the November..."

June 30, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Edwards as secretary, Rudy Montoya as vice-president, and Mark Williams as president. Williams has earned a reputation as being..."

May 26, 2006 News Feature

Point Austin: Lessons Learned

I was down at the precinct last Tuesday, but I didn't see you

"...is that it contradicted fledgling Secretary of State Roger Williams' prediction of a 13% turnout, based on early big-county..."

March 17, 2006 News Column by Michael King

2005 ACL Music Fest Preview

All 'picks' no 'sleepers' for the Austin City Limits Music Festival, one blurb at a time

"...similar artists have seemingly lost. – Jim Caligiuri Lucinda Williams4:30pm, SBC stage..."

Sept. 23, 2005 Music Feature

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