Texas in the Title

"...between. Although its train theme was largely an anachronism by 1974, "Texas Flyer" manages to modernize and funkify the..."

Nov. 28, 2003 Music Feature by Greg Beets

Postmarks Web Extra

Our readers' letters regarding the September 11 terrorist attacks

"...city of Ohrid, when we were overcharged several times by Macedonian Slavs, even though my friends speak perfect Macedonian..."

Oct. 19, 2001 Column

Dancing About Architecture

Robbie Jacks is dead, but Auditorium Shores is not. Check back later about the Empanada Parlour.

"...press on Wednesday, along came word of the sudden death of Robbie Jacks, local singer, actor, and all-around character...."

Aug. 10, 2001 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Gram Parsons

"...There's been a ruckus in the alt.country community caused by the release of Sacred Hearts & Fallen Angels, a..."

July 13, 2001 Music Review by Jim Caligiuri

Six Women With Brain Death

Buzz Productions' version of the cult hit Six Women With Brain Death gives it the old college try, but even a striking performance by Jo Beth Henderson can't overcome the flat mockery of trash culture that we've seen too many times before.

"...Six Women With Brain Death: Reluctant, Synchronized Cheerleaders..."

Feb. 9, 2001 Arts Review by Wayne Alan Brenner

Dancing About Architecture

Jimmie Vaughan skips Dubya's inaugural ball, while the Austin Music Network gets a reprieve from the city as the SIMS Foundation tries to spend $62,000 and fast.

"...and the Pictures are more typical of the official Dubya Friday night lineup. Former Menudo man Ricky Martin might..."

Jan. 19, 2001 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Real Estate and Perfect Mates

The Year in Austin Culture

"...of his tender journey to fill the void left by the death of his partner. This remarkable piece, keenly..."

Jan. 5, 2001 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Paying the Cost To Be the Boss

Q&A with the "King of the Blues"

"...he nor Johnson can lay claim to King's real musical legacy: The 75-year-old bluesman is perhaps the single most..."

Sept. 29, 2000 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

A Walking Contradiction

Exploring the legacy of one of Austin's great, unsung singer-songwriters, Blaze Foley

"...certainly never had any wealth -- he was known by his friends for using duct tape to hold most..."

Dec. 24, 1999 Music Feature by Lee Nichols

Jesus Christ Superstar: At Once Awful and Great

Ada Calhoun critiques Austin Musical theatre's staging of Jesus Christ Superstar

"...concert. And really, that's not far off, because Austin Musical Theatre's version of Jesus Christ Superstar, as directed by..."

Dec. 10, 1999 Arts Review by Ada Calhoun

Manchester Perps

Interview with Chemical Brother Ed Simons.

"...are poised ... again! ... to take the Yanks by storm. It's happening already. "The first band I really..."

Sept. 17, 1999 Music Feature by Marc Savlov

Live Shots

Nueva Luz, Zupia

"...Nuevo Laredo (Zupia) represented. (Tamaulipas' Punzo Kortante were waylaid by visa problems at the U.S. gate.) The stateside boys..."

Aug. 6, 1999 Music Feature

Exhibitionism

Salome: Under the Veils, No Heart

"...seduction on the outdoor stage at The Vortex. Directed by Le Easter, who also plays the title character, Salome..."

May 21, 1999 Arts Review

Dancing About Architecture

Like a Bullseye on a China Shop

"...huge cultural exchange program featuring numerous American and Chinese musical acts. That date has since fallen through, but not..."

May 14, 1999 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Articulations

"...and foremost among these is the Pop-the-Question contest conducted by Ballet Austin. The dance company is soliciting expressions of..."

Feb. 5, 1999 Arts Column by Robert Faires

SXSW Record Reviews

"...Lazy K, Lofton sets a real slow groove, marked by Clarence Greenwood's subtle scratching, some jazzy lead guitar lines,..."

March 13, 1998 Music Review

Miles and Miles of Miles

The Columbia Legacy

"...Soon, he was doing just that -- at Julliard by day, and at the University of Bird and Diz..."

Dec. 12, 1997 Music Feature by Jeff Mccord

Dusting the Bookshelf

Recent Titles

"...The recent novel Accordion Crimes by E. Annie Proulx (Random House, $26 hard) is a..."

Jan. 24, 1997 Books Review

Sloppy, Glorious, and Completely Indigenous

Austin's Hoot Night Tradition

"...illustration by Roy Tompkins Many "experts" seem to believe that Marshall..."

Jan. 17, 1997 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

Postmarks

Pagan Cheer

"...an interesting point, however: The so-called "holiday depression" experienced by so many is attributed to the holidays, when in..."

Jan. 3, 1997 Column

The Connection of Merce Cunningham and John Cage Chance

"...Harper on the Fox TV show Strange Luck? But by the end of the show, all those strange, random..."

Jan. 26, 1996 Arts Feature

Reggaeton, Psych Rock, Brat-Pop, and More Crucial Concerts

Local shows worth your admission this week

"...collaborator Neggy Gemmy opens.   – Carys Anderson Napalm Death and Melvins..."

April 18, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Volleyball, Dalí, and Feminists Rule This Week’s Recommended Events

Arts and culture for the work-week socializer

"...have never been exhibited to the public. Now overseen by his daughter, Christine Argillet, this collection features hand-colored etchings..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Croy and the Boys, Warpaint, a Metal Fest, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week

"...country’s capital Stockholm, west coast seaport Gothenburg exported melodic death metal three-and-a-half decades ago. Adapting razor melodies off NWOBHM..."

May 24, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Faster Than Sound: Wait, How Does SXSW Music Work Again?

Breaking down the basics, and some favorites, after three years away

"...where I'm supposed to channel this energy. What's South by Southwest Music all about again?..."

March 11, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Strand of Oaks and the Cadence of Joy

Overcoming grief and exploring sobriety, Tim Showalter finds himself In Heaven

"...album, In Heaven. The record is full of life, death, and the universe, but it's nearly always upbeat, and..."

Sept. 24, 2021 Music Feature by E. Ryan Ellis

Longtime Austin Collaborators Patrice Pike and Wayne Sutton Finally Duo Up

At the heart of so many essential acts beats a duo, so it is with the Little Sister / Sister 7 legends

"...duo debut, Heart Is a Compass, including two South by Southwest showcases and a slot time at Lollapalooza in..."

May 1, 2020 Music Feature by Alejandra Ramirez

Cultural Cancellations and Postponements: The Big List

What's not happening around Austin, arts-wise

"...virtual versions of some events Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards 4/15 – canceled Landmarks: Art All Night..."

March 24, 2020 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Pet Sematary Remake to Close SXSW Film

Midnighters, Festival Favorites, plus shorts all announced

"...However, the excitement keeps growing with Pet Sematary. Directed by Kevin Kölsch and Dennis Widmyer (the duo behind satanic..."

Feb. 6, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Adds 102 Movies to 2019 Film Festival Lineup

After Us, what else does the film fest have in store?

"...her feature directorial debut Booksmart, while Americana legend David Crosby (who will be in town for a conversation with..."

Jan. 16, 2019 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

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