Review: Pedal Steel Noah, Texas Madness

Insta-famous teenager pushes beyond countrified novelty on debut EP

"...originals demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of country history: ominous “Cleopatra” recalls desolate spaghetti Western wastelands, while “Lucy and Dixie”..."

April 26, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...and New Age art-rockers the Cuckoos. Soul-rock wordsmith Chief Cleopatra joins the lineup, along with the funk-fueled sonic improv..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Mini Music Fests Abound in This Week's Crucial Concerts

Country, hip-hop, pop, and more shows worth the cover

"...and New Age art-rockers the Cuckoos. Soul-rock wordsmith Chief Cleopatra joins the lineup, along with the funk-fueled sonic improv..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...freestyling over the instrumental to Playboi Carti’s “2024.” Chief Cleopatra..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Free Week Announces January 2024 Lineup, and More Music News

Power Trip reunited at Mohawk; Sonic Guild divvied grants at ACL Live

"...including Anastasia Hera & the Heroes, Big Bill, Chief Cleopatra, Die Spitz, Good Looks, Rattlesnake Milk, and We Don’t..."

Dec. 7, 2023 Music Post by Carys Anderson

SXSW Adds Ho99o9, Kikuo, Sofia Kourtesis to 2024 Music Lineup

243 artists make up the festival’s second artist announcement

"...the Brand New Step, Being Dead, Cha’keeta B, Chief Cleopatra, Danny Bonilla, Daydream Twins, Good Looks, Harvest Thieves, Jad..."

Dec. 6, 2023 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Eight Lineups to See at Levitation This Halloween Weekend

Our picks at the venue-based festival, from Panda Bear to Flying Lotus

"...progressive ATX roots stacking: Jalesa Jessie's soul rockers Chief Cleopatra, a DJ set from Black Pumas keeper Adrian Quesada,..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Emerald Fennell's Saltburn to Open Austin Film Festival

Promising Young Woman followup leads first title drop

"...(Matt Walsh) jeopardizes the program's delicate balance.Starring: Ciara Bravo, Cleopatra Coleman, Haley Joel Osment, Alexi Pappas, Matt Walsh &..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Cobweb

There's something in the walls of this perfect summer nightmare

"...Bodin. Starring: Woody Norman, Lizzy Caplan, Antony Starr and Cleopatra Coleman...."

July 21, 2023 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Quiet Light, One Be Low, a few July 4th traditions, and more recommended shows

"...Giant Dog co-leader Andrew Cashen (7:15pm), soul rocker Chief Cleopatra (6pm), and roots sage Evan Charles (4:45pm) build to..."

June 30, 2023 Music Column by Wayne Lim

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Water Damage, TisaKorean, a tribute to Mandy Mercier, and more recommended shows

"... – Doug FreemanRepeater by Water Damage Danielle Ponder, Chief CleopatraAntone's Nightclub, Tuesday 16..."

May 12, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...Friday the 13th's trash glam. Other highlights include Chief Cleopatra's iridescent R&B, Slomo Drags and the Stacks' mellow indie..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

This April, Antone’s Brings Blues (and More) Back to Waterloo Park

Austin Blues Festival invites Los Lobos, Adrian Quesada, and more

"...Quesada and Chief Cleopatra host a pre-festival performance at the venue on April..."

Feb. 10, 2023 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

Infinity Pool

Body doubles take on a new, sick meaning in this next gen Cronenberg horror

"...Brandon Cronenberg. Starring: Mia Goth, Alexander Skarsgård, Thomas Kretschmann, Cleopatra Coleman and Amanda Brugel...."

Jan. 27, 2023 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

We Asked Writers To Review Bands They’d Never Seen Before at Free Week in Austin

First looks at Dregs, Chief Cleopatra, Exotic Fruits, Nuclear Daisies

Jan. 13, 2023 Music Feature by Nayeli Portillo

We Asked Writers To Review Bands They’d Never Seen Before at Free Week in Austin

First looks at Dregs, Chief Cleopatra, Exotic Fruits, Nuclear Daisies

"...unflinching gaze. Catcallers be damned.  – Nayeli Portillo Chief Cleopatra Spins Golden Grooves..."

Jan. 9, 2023 Music Post by Nayeli Portillo

Free Week 2023

"...Chief Cleopatra during Free Week at Stubb's on January 6, 2023..."

Jan. 9, 2023 Photo Gallery

Mr. Smarty Pants Knows

"...Cleopatra's native language was Hellenistic (Koine) Greek, but she became..."

Jan. 6, 2023 Column by Mr. Smarty Pants

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Timbeko, Shinyribs, TC Superstar, an Exquisite Corpse, and more recommended shows for the week

"...experimentation. Fest newcomers Joey Tea, Chucky Blk, and Chief Cleopatra join the mix before DJs Noamiash and Nov31. Nearly..."

Dec. 30, 2022 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

The Point, Ben Buck, and some holiday options highlight this week's recommended shows

"...are Aces ... of Spades. – Julian Towers Chief CleopatraHotel San José, Thursday 22..."

Dec. 23, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A few fests, Nineties Brits, AfroTech, and more shows worth seeing

"...also perform during AfroTech's maiden voyage to Austin. Chief Cleopatra and Mélat notably represent the local scene.  – Derek..."

Nov. 11, 2022 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

SXSW 2023 Announces Thao, Armani White, Blondshell, and Otoboke Beaver

Among 191 acts on the festival’s first artist list

"...Austin-sourced announced participants are: Being Dead, Big Bill, Chief Cleopatra, Colin Gilmore, Die Spitz, Fragile Rock, fuvk, Jad Fair..."

Oct. 19, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Hot Summer Nights at Cheer Up Charlies

"...Chief Cleopatra, Mama Duke, and Jane Leo took the stage at..."

Aug. 9, 2022 Photo Gallery

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

ATX Queer Music Fest, Ovey Fest, New Candys, Bryan Carter, and more local shows worth seeing

"...backing band including Oh Antonio's Andrea Ballard and Chief Cleopatra's Tre Pham. Upping the cohesion of over 10 more..."

Aug. 5, 2022 Music Column by Abby Johnston

Faster Than Sound: 10 New Things to See at Hot Summer Nights

New bands, new names, and new releases among the hundred-plus free-entry acts

"...Cheer Up Charlies, Thursday 4with Chief Cleopatra, Mama Duke, Jane Leo, Felt Out..."

Aug. 5, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

I Will Be Heard: Mama Duke

Lyricist thriving at the intersection of Black, female, and gay wants Austin to "feel this energy"

"...music series, where she’ll share a bill with Chief Cleopatra and Jane Leo. Then on Saturday, August 6, you..."

July 29, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Liberty Lunch Reunion, Genesis Owusu, Poppy, Chief Cleopatra, Georgia Parker, Monte Luna, and more

"...night long.  – Tim Stegall Rock the Park: Chief Cleopatra & Strawbitty YopsMueller Lake Park Amphitheater, Friday 8..."

April 8, 2022 Music Column by Tim Stegall

The Best Music We Saw at SXSW on Saturday

Ukraine's KAZKA, Fuck Money, Shawn Mendes, Beck, and more

"...performances by the Azerbaijani Qarabagh Ensemble and Austin’s Chief Cleopatra, Ghost Wolves, and Jackie Venson, Zaritska debuted her room-filling,..."

March 20, 2022 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

The Austin Chronicle Hair of the Three-Legged Dog Day Party 2022

"...Chief Cleopatra..."

March 19, 2022 Photo Gallery

Dog Days: The Chronicle’s Hair of the Three-Legged Dog Day Party Reminds Us That Music is Mankind’s Best Friend

Yard Act, Surfbort, and hometown vibes at Hotel Vegas

"...on my live list for a while now, Chief Cleopatra. Standing confidently on her singing talent, Cleo doesn’t need..."

March 19, 2022 SXSW Post by Gary Lindsey

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