Plan Yourself a Hell of a Summer

Holy-moley, this is one smokin’ hot Summer Events Calendar

"...Events Calendar is a devilishly good one. That’s right, Chronicle reader: We’ve listed all kinds of summer events from..."

May 16, 2025 Features Feature by Chronicle Staff

Psych, Blues, and Conjunto Festivals Headline Our Crucial Concerts

This week's recommended live offerings

"...Last year, Silverada took the cover of the Chronicle as the hard-driving country quintet shed the Mike &..."

April 25, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Volunteering, Drag, Birthdays, and More Recommended Events

Let us help you plan your weekend

"...sci-fi hidden gem, Contact features sound design revered by audio nerds from the Nineties till today.   – Lina..."

Feb. 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Austin’s Battle-Scarred Congressman Outlines Strategy to Contain Trump and Musk

Where is the resistance? Here.

"...the third thing is we motivate,” Doggett told the Chronicle. “What will begin to change this is if he..."

Feb. 21, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Walkabouts, Rallies, and Carnaval in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

The chilly weekend is heating up

"...Moon on Friday, or MoHA event programmer Jay Roff-Garcia's audio-visual performance Revolca’o on Saturday, or even close out the..."

Feb. 21, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Celebration of Black Women, a Benefit for Palestine, and Other Crucial Concerts

Hans Zimmer, Superfónicos, Lola Tried, and more recommended shows

"...Thirty years ago, the Chronicle’s Austin Music Awards declared 91.7FM KOOP Radio – along..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Review: On the Ground at Levitation 2024

Gang of Four, Swirlies, Slowdive, and more highlights from the four-day fest

"...of legacy set. Though singer-guitarist Damon Tutunjian told the Chronicle he wasn’t sure the Boston-launched Nineties band still counted..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Levitation, a Cumbia Halloween, Jazz Hall of Fame, and More Crucial Concerts

From spooky to undead and beyond, these are the shows to see

"...“Here in the genre’s live music capital,” opined a Chronicle review, “its progressive futurism crackles the cedar-laden air with..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

“Almost Shoegaze” Favorites Swirlies Talk Genre Tags and Their Lineup-Changing Collective

Five-piece’s Levitation show lands at Parish Nov. 1

"...“Pancake” and “Wrong Tube,” off defining LP Blonder Tongue Audio Baton, originally left the group in 1994, but has..."

Oct. 29, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

ACL Preview: Hermanos Gutiérrez Have Left Earth’s Atmosphere

Brother act reflects on mystical new album Sonido Cósmico

"...Gutiérrez and his younger brother Alejandro tap the timeless audio weave of sibling six-stringers: Kinks Dave & Ray Davies,..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Why Venues Are Struggling to Stay Open in the Live Music Capital of the World

As Hot Summer Nights descends, Austin’s live music epicenter campaigns for city support

"...current project Porcelain, and worked at Beerland before running audio/production at Mohawk, Hole in the Wall, and Hotel Vegas...."

July 12, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Hurricane Beryl was “a complete lie.” Tuesday, the Houston Chronicle reported Biden said he was trying to “track down”..."

July 12, 2024 News Feature

Jeff Nichols on the Tragic Romance of The Bikeriders

The Austin filmmaker on finding the right POV for his new film

"...Austin Chronicle: So when did you first come across Danny’s work?..."

June 20, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...to an Advanced Encryption Standard, no longer allowing radio audio to be accessed by the general population, KVUE reported...."

April 26, 2024 News Feature

Movies, Comedy, Books, and More Recommended Arts Events

Find an art that fits your tastes

"...Catfish Station (in addition to food and vendors). The Chronicle once wrote that the venue, run by fest co-founder..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Teezo Touchdown, Arny Margret, and More Reviews From Tuesday of SXSW

Standout sets to kick off the big music week

"...As usual, the Chronicle music team traversed to events both official and unofficial,..."

March 13, 2024 Music Post by Derek Udensi

SXSW Film Review: Ben and Suzanne, A Reunion in 4 Parts

Rom-com spotlights a slowly unraveling relationship

"...from silent films. But I also enjoyed the film’s audio and music choices, which highlighted the contrast of loud..."

March 12, 2024 Screens Post by Naina Srivastava

“Lie Detectives” SXSW Panel Tackles Political Disinformation Ahead of Election

Katie Harbath and Sasha Issenberg share political insights

"...– she is especially concerned about the disruptive effect audio deepfake technology could have on elections – and how..."

March 8, 2024 SXSW Post by Austin Sanders

Selena Gomez, Conan O’Brien, Sydney Sweeney Top SXSW’s Sixth Featured Speakers Announcement

Danny Brown, Nick Kroll, and Kirsten Dunst also announced

"...by Texas Monthly writer, ACL Radio personality, and former Chronicle contributor Andy Langer – and Backstage With Austin City..."

Feb. 27, 2024 SXSW Post by Carys Anderson

Ben Kweller to Launch the Zev Award at the Chronicle’s Austin Music Awards

New grant for musicians under 18 honors his son, Dorian Zev Kweller

"...skateboarders, reflecting Dorian’s two biggest passions. At the Austin Chronicle’s Austin Music Awards – happening at Antone’s Nightclub this..."

Feb. 19, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

The Austin Chronic: I Can Now Legally Possess Cannabis Oil and Edibles

Meet the newest patient in Texas’ Compassionate Use Program

"...in two weeks with more cannabis musings. Subscribe at austinchronicle.com/newsletters to get “The Austin Chronic” delivered to your inbox...."

Oct. 13, 2023 Column by Kevin Curtin

Austin’s Best Breweries of 2023, Power-Ranked

Top of the Hops VIII, baby!

"...Conti’s “Gonna Fly Now” on a vintage Sanyo 660 audio component stereo system. This brewery pushes everything to the..."

Oct. 10, 2023 Food Post by Eric Puga

The Austin Chronic: Inside Texas’ Busiest Medical Cannabis Facility

State restrictions are bonkers, but that hasn't stopped Texas Original from expanding

"...in two weeks with more cannabis musings. Subscribe at austinchronicle.com/newsletters to get “The Austin Chronic” delivered to your inbox...."

Sept. 29, 2023 Column by Kevin Curtin

Review: SKAM, No Name

Drag City revives lost Eighties hardcore recordings

"...state? Think your album should get reviewed in the Chronicle anyway? No problem – just dedicate a couple decades..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Music Feature by Julian Towers

The Austin Chronic – Which Is Better: Marijuana or Fentanyl?

According to the government, cannabis is scarier than the drug killing over 150 people a day

"...in two weeks with more cannabis musings. Subscribe at austinchronicle.com/newsletters to get “The Austin Chronic” delivered to your inbox...."

Sept. 15, 2023 Column by Kevin Curtin

We Have an Issue: A Watched Pot …

The Austin Chronicle is turning 42, and we're launching a cannabis column to celebrate

"...settle for something more weed-oriented instead? To celebrate the Chronicle's 42nd lap around the sun, we're launching a cannabis..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

The Austin Chronic: Kevin Curtin Tries Out THCA

Living legally in loophole land

"...Subscribe at austinchronicle.com/newsletters to get “The Austin Chronic” delivered to your inbox...."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by Kevin Curtin

From Pilot to Prime Time: 50 Years of Austin City Limits

Five decades of music resonate at ATX TV Festival

"...of the show since season 4, but others, like Audio Director David Hough, have been with Austin City Limits..."

June 2, 2023 Screens Feature by Doug Freeman

The Joy of Bicycling in Austin

A one-person sociological study of springtime biking where every ride is his favorite

April 21, 2023 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Austin’s Harry Edohoukwa and Lesly Reynaga Booked for Lollapalooza, and More Music News

Rolling Loud's SXSW dropout and the Long Center's 3D-printed stage

"...their nationwide events. COO Emmett Beliveau writes to the Chronicle: “C3 Presents has always championed the local Austin music..."

March 23, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

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