30 Breakout Music Acts to See in Austin This Week

Your guide to SXSW's buzziest artists, both official and unofficial

"...Factory activation before Janelle Monáe takes the stage as DJ Johnny Jane later that night.   – Rachel Rascoe..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...As ATX adjusts to its size and national status – international cred..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

"...Public Library. Local comics creator Adam Kobetich (of The Shadow Under the Leaf fame) will show you how to..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...night warehouse party. This year’s rager happens in the shadow of the ACC Highland Campus, at the Highland Collective..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

The Linda Lindas, Momma, Caramelo Haze, JaRon Marshall, and more highlight our recommended shows

"...we'd see his star rising outside of the bandleader's shadow. With his backing trio the Collective, Marshall infuses his..."

Jan. 13, 2023 Music Column by Alejandra Ramirez

Ten Chronicle Music Writers on Their Favorite Austin Albums of 2022

Almost 100 albums we loved this year

"...groovy, but crunchy and muddy, too. More Avalanches than DJ Shadow, the zippy excursion – fulfilling the artist's "dream,"..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

Crosstalk: Black Fret Rebrands As Sonic Guild, and Superstition Nightclub Announces Grand Opening

Austin music news headlines of the week

"...7pm-4am. Argentine artistry runs deep, with high-profile acts Trueno, DJ Tao, Alan Gómez, Ms Nina, and Kaleb Di Masi..."

Dec. 9, 2022 Music Column by Mars Salazar

Qmmunity: Scorpio Season

For the Qmmunity editor's birthday, have an extra helping of queer events with yer slice of b-day cake

"...editor, I confess that I feel constantly in the shadow of both Beth and Sarah. They were my mentors..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Column by James Scott

Venturing to Rockdale for Electronic Fest Camp Capsul: Destination Unknown

Regional support shines among luscious international lineup

"...Just ask their close-knit clubland family of dancers and DJs. Dedicated and addicted to music, they roam far for..."

Nov. 9, 2022 Music Post by Christina Garcia

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

Among 191 acts on the festival’s first artist list

"...Gun (Cardiff UK-WALES) Jane Weaver (Liverpool UK-ENGLAND) Jazz re:freshed DJ's (London UK-ENGLAND) Jealous (Berlin GERMANY) Jeannel (Berlin GERMANY) Jembaa..."

Oct. 19, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A BLK REVOLUTION, Channel Tres, Smashing Pumpkins, the Austin Record Convention, and more local music related shows worth seeing

"...Begun in 1981, the ARC syncs up hundreds of..."

Sept. 30, 2022 Music Column by Christina Garcia

Pretty in Pink: A Gabriela Bucio Story

The millennial Midas brings reggaeton and Mexican regional to Sixth Street and beyond

"...have of her as a spoiled party girl. She'll DJ. But Bucio is a bona fide businesswoman first. Instagrammed..."

July 8, 2022 Music Feature by Christina Garcia

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Die Spitz, Red Axes, Fiddlehead, Albert Lee, Elsa Cross, and more recommended shows

"...Since Die Spitz's origins as a trio in 2020,..."

July 8, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

New Gathering MoFest Brings Austin Music and Art Culture to the Country

Vibe Barn? Check. Organizers discuss new fest’s mission

"...named “Vibe Barn” is set to host late night DJ sets by Casual T, Shadow Daddi, the Broothers Groove,..."

April 20, 2022 Music Post by Mars Salazar

Five Things in Austin Galleries You'll Want to Appreciate

From unique photography to craftily duplicate furniture, the most gorgeous items on display

"...Shadow and light make this afternoon right for the work..."

April 1, 2022 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Best Music We Saw at SXSW on Thursday

Young Thug in the park, icy French experimentalism, and more

"...DJ Rosegold brought bundles of energy for a boisterous crowd..."

March 18, 2022 SXSW Post by Derek Udensi

SXSW XR: Baroque VR in “The Light in the Shadow”

Artist Artemisia Gentileschi comes to life through tech

"...series, (Hi)Story of a Painting, “The Light in the Shadow" (part of this year's South by Southwest XR experience)..."

March 14, 2022 Screens Post by Vivie Behrens

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Blue Öyster Cult, Mannequin Pussy, Guthrie Girls, and more shows to see

"...the hard rock occultists' Revölution by Night rumbler "The Shadow of California," but can't quite keep pace with 2001's..."

Oct. 8, 2021 Music Column by Carys Anderson

The Most Memorable Moments of Saturday’s ACL Fest

Billie Eilish, Jack Harlow, Mongolian metal, Doja Cat, Dayglow, & more

"...T-Mobile stage with barbs thrown at his very own DJ (“‘Sup Ralph? You’re sweating like a motherfucker like you..."

Oct. 3, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Faster Than Sound: Don’t DM Me, Vote in the Austin Music Poll!

The Austin Music Poll is open all month. Go vote – online!

"...Ø DJ Mel..."

Jan. 15, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Texas Book Festival 2020: The Full Line-Up

All 150 authors announced for the 25th anniversary lit celebration

"...in America: And What Is at Stake • P. Djèlí Clark, Ring Shout • Gabi Conti, Twenty Guys You..."

Sept. 16, 2020 Arts Post by Robert Faires

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re playing

"...2018 lock, stock, and barrel breakout Lonesome as a Shadow...."

July 31, 2020 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Portraits of Austin Musicians With Their Pets During Stay-at-Home

"...Ezra Edwards (DJ Girlfriend) with Jack..."

May 7, 2020 Photo Gallery

SXSW Adds 105 Acts

Whoop-Szo, Blood, Fennesz, and La Meme Gang join the fest

"...It Better label Johnny Jewel, who’s slated for a DJ set...."

Jan. 30, 2020 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Hot Luck Music Headliners Dig Into the Festival Menu

Talking turkey with Archers of Loaf, Erika Wennerstrom, Robert Ellis, Sunflower Bean, the Suffers, and PJ Morton

"..."The Carolinas cast a long shadow," he begins. "We're mostly pork. The east coast of..."

May 24, 2019 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Live Shot: Hi, How Are You Day

Mental health considered in 78% superb Daniel Johnston tribute

"...View this post on Instagram A post shared by..."

Jan. 23, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

The Best Albums of 2018 by Genre

Hip-hop, metal, pop, and more picks from our critics

"...8) Charley Crockett, Lonesome as a Shadow (Son of Davy)..."

Dec. 28, 2018 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

The Time I Ruined a Marriage Proposal

Walker Lukens turns my misdeed into a Song Confessional

"...track’s narrative base. The resulting seven-minute song sounds like DJ Shadow scoring the misadventures of a remorseful prankster or,..."

Aug. 13, 2018 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

99 Luftballons (International Acts at SXSW Music)

South by Southwest by way of Sudan, Scotland, Colombia, and more

"...Fri. 16, the Main, 12mid Mexican producer/DJ duo Americo Garcia and Jorge Medina are on the..."

March 16, 2018 Music Feature

Feels Like the First Time

The 36th annual Austin Music Awards mark a number of debuts

"...(see "Trill Pedagogy," Feb. 2). The dynamic trio of DJ Chicken George, Easy Lee, and MexStep teamed with überproducer..."

Feb. 23, 2018 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

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