It's Knives Out For Rian Johnson at Fantastic Fest

The Last Jedi director's latest to close fest

"...Curtis, plus Star Wars: The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson, and you've got Knives Out, the new closing night..."

Aug. 20, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The House That Built DJ Shani Hébert

Decades in the making, The Groove Temple arrives on KUTX

"...explains the 44-year-old Chicago native, one of Austin's foremost DJs and host of KUTX's The Groove Temple, waiting on..."

March 3, 2023 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Toros Pay Tribute to Dennis Johnson, Fall to Colorado

"...due to the tragic loss of head coach Dennis Johnson. They paid tribute to Johnson before the game and..."

March 2, 2007 Sports Post by Mark Fagan

Khruangbin Slows It Down Houston-Style

New album continues trio’s international success

"...bassist Laura Lee Ochoa, guitarist Mark Speer, and drummer DJ Johnson – would be available for a phone call..."

June 26, 2020 Music Post by Thomas Fawcett

Qmmunity: Dance, Dance (Queer Austin Remix)

Two queer DJ-centric parties fire up a weekend full of great events

"...LG-BEAT-Q – get it? Because Austin's hosting two fabo DJ-centric events that elevate queer disc jockeying to levels simply..."

Jan. 20, 2023 Column by James Scott

Faster Than Sound: The Fall Music We Always Talked About

Music columnist returns to two major venues and a new one

"...stoic, stylish mannequins in press photos with drummer Donald "DJ" Johnson, the live band animated in bobbing up and..."

Sept. 24, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Qmmunity: There Will Be Voguing

Photographer and DJ Manuel Frayre captures Central Texas ballroom in new show “Bring It From the Back”

"...through September 1, nightlife photographer Manuel Frayre – aka DJ Scam Likely – showcases the Central Texas ballroom scene..."

June 21, 2024 Column by James Scott

Dua Lipa, Reneé Rapp, and More From Saturday at ACL

Hump day brought more heat and fiery kiss-offs

"...shoes hoists an aquamarine Fender bass while the drummer adjusts his sunglasses and ’stache. The Mad Man perks up..."

Oct. 6, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

ACL Live Review: Khruangbin

Most can’t pronounce their name, but they can dance to it

"...Lee and Speer, and perfect in-the-pocket timekeeping from drummer DJ Johnson...."

Oct. 8, 2018 Music Post by Thomas Fawcett

Mother May I Dine With Danger?

The Homegrown Revival kicks off its fall season at Austin Open Room

"...with proteins sourced by Tink Pinkerton and tunes by DJ Chinocasio...."

Sept. 13, 2012 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

Earth, Wind, & Honeycut Makin' the Cut

SF electronico madmen Honeycut rock the SX soulfully.

"...that Shuggie classic (a big hit for the Brothers Johnson) was crazy. Spot on, but off enough to make..."

March 15, 2007 Qmmunity Post by Kate X Messer

The Cinematic Wisdom of Hank Sr.

The Last Picture Show with your host Hank Williams Sr.

"...favorite for many reasons: the unforgiving black-and-white cinematography, Ben Johnson's bravura Oscar-winning performance as deceptively gruff Sam the Lion,..."

Feb. 14, 2007 News Post by Christopher Gray

Austin Hip-Hop Pioneer Tee Double Perseveres

Holding the vision through institutional racism, isolation, and a double transplant

"...Terrany "Tee Double" Johnson doesn't square easily in any definitive light. The prolific..."

Feb. 12, 2021 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Picks & Sleepers

Sxsw

"...kicks live, with Brian Standefer's cello and superdrummer J.J. Johnson turning this gloomy pop into something nonetheless celebratory. (Steamboat,..."

March 20, 1998 Music Feature

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...Secret Garden parties at Ah Sing Den. Helmed by DJ Brett Johnson and Claudia Hz, the outfit will celebrate..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Austin's Hip-Hop Pioneers, in Their Own Words

The Austin History Center-archived rappers and industry innovators share stories

"...G & the Justice League perform, and TJ the DJ spins. Behind the scenes, Blake and division manager Danielle'..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Texas Early Music Project's Convivencia Re-Envisioned

Spanish Christian music, Sephardic Jewish song, and al-Andalus melodies meld in this special concert

"...medieval Spain. The Chronicle interviewed TEMP Artistic Director Daniel Johnson by email to learn more about the power of..."

Sept. 4, 2015 Arts Feature by Natalie Zeldin

Playback: Greetings From Euphoria

Austin’s best spring festival – correction, “experience” – faces competition after idyllic sixth year

"...three hours on Friday to fill in for NYC DJ duo the Knocks when their flight was canceled, are..."

April 14, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

SXSW Band Announcement, Part III

1,500 of some 2,000 showcasing acts now vetted

"...DJ Amen (San Francisco, Calif.)..."

Jan. 7, 2014 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Uncle Lucius, Norman BA$E, and More Holiday-Adjacent Live Shows

Crucial concerts for the week to keep you out and about

"...drag ensemble Vixens of Volstead’s Holiday Revue performance, and DJ sets from King Louie and ulovei. After snacking on..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

My SXSW ECO 2012 Experience Wrap Up

Sustainability in food and environment and culture! Oh, my!

"...evening, nestled into a not-so-far east corner of Austin, Johnson’s Backyard Garden hosted the SXSW Eco Welcome Dinner with..."

Oct. 6, 2012 Food Post by Jessi Cape

SXSW Film Unveils March Lineup

So much ado!

"...growing pains in post-Katrina New Orleans; and director Josh Johnson debuts ode to home video Rewind This! An Unreal..."

Jan. 31, 2013 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Gay Place

The Gay Place loves you. All of you. Hard. And will miss you when you are gone.

"...(or for you locals: that marathon of 5am Mrs. Johnson's stops every night for 12 in a row). There's..."

March 19, 2010 Column by Kate X Messer

Culture Flash!

Stephen Mills in Montreal, Conspirare in the studio, the Blanton's first Impressionist painting, and party for the Texas Biennial

"...region (old stomping grounds for Artistic Director Craig Hella Johnson from his days directing the professional choir Chanticleer).But this..."

Aug. 6, 2004 Arts Column by Robert Faires

1999-2000 Award Winners

"...15. Stephen BrutonClub DJ1. Roger Wilson, Polly Esther's2. DJ Kurrupt, Spiros..."

March 17, 2000 Music Feature

Jesus Gonna Be Here

Johnny Toxic

"...trumpet-trombone-sax front line along with an electric piano and DJ Apollo, a deft (and, indeed, def) percussionist in his..."

March 26, 1999 Music Feature

A Surreal Party, a Dead Parade, and More Recommended Events

Liven up your weekend with these undead events

"...scripts, and prompts with illustrations by the talented LA Johnson – a must-have for the independent yet insecure spirit...."

Oct. 25, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Austin's House Music Scene Clings to the African-American Community That Birthed It

House music rose to prominence from Chicago’s black music community and hangs on here in its original form

"...master class since house originator Frankie Knuckles graced the DJ booth at Kingdom in 2013...."

Feb. 1, 2019 Music Feature by Dan Gentile

Wednesday Picks

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

"...loop certain sections. So even in playing James P. Johnson's "You've Got to Be Modernistic," there's a section we..."

March 11, 2005 Music Feature

Meet Me at Waterloo Records: Playing, Shopping, and Encountering Life-Changing Moments at the Heart of Austin Music

Influential Austin characters reminice on 40 years of playing, shopping, and encountering life-changing moments at the heart of Austin music

"...– as told to Tim Stegall DJ Mel..."

April 8, 2022 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

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