Texas Republicans Say They’ll Save Diversity on Campus by Killing Diversity on Campus

Higher education Senate subcommittee aims to double down on DEI ban

"...In the last legislative session in 2023, Texas Republicans outlawed..."

Nov. 15, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

AFS Film Series Abraham/Ibrahim Highlights Diversity and Common Ground

Spotlight on the cinema of the Middle East, North Africa

"...at UT, the answer is quite extensive. A specialist in modern Hebrew literature, among other topics, it’s not lost..."

Feb. 17, 2023 Screens Post by Dex Wesley Parra

DAWA HQ’s Grand Opening Hosts Geto Gala and Malik Baptiste, and More Music News

Plus a new SIMS Foundation fundraiser and Erykah Badu-headlined fest

"...DAWA, Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action, moves from a Downtown..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Music Column by Carys Anderson

Totally in Sync, Tribe Mafia Joins DAWA's Black Music Month Residency

Austin hip-hop duo talks TV placements ahead of Antone's show

"...Austin hip-hop duo Tribe Mafia, composed of Chinasa Broxton and..."

June 2, 2023 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

Faster Than Sound: Free Lunch Creatives Feed Austin’s Unhoused

Musicians rally for emergency storm relief, and Spicewood's Katy Kirby debuts on Keeled Scales.

"...says it's no surprise Mills now oversees a program providing nourishment to Austinites without homes...."

Feb. 26, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: City of Austin Delays Venue Funding – Again

Live music venues have asked for dedicated COVID-19 relief since March, but the city says applications won't open until next year.

"...Millions of dollars remain designated, but the money to sustain Austin's live music..."

Nov. 27, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: New Cocktail Lounge Takes Over Ex-Sidewinder Space

Run by former Scoot Inn and Longbranch owner James Stockbauer, Birdie Num Nums maintains the outdoor stage.

"...years empty, the former home of Red River clubs Sidewinder and Red Eyed Fly finally hosts a new tenant...."

July 3, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW Panels: Woke Food

SXSW food track navigates contemporary food systems

"...Monday's SXSW food track covered food activism, diversity, and community. Here are a few highlights...."

March 14, 2017 Food Post by Emily Beyda

Jenna Yoon Is on the Hunt for Lia Park and the Missing Jewel

Austin author Jenna Yoon hopes to bring more diversity to YA fantasy with her debut novel

"...Jenna Yoon stopped writing when she was in third grade. Any hopes she'd..."

July 15, 2022 Arts Feature by Kaushiki Roy

Ms. Veteran America's Mission to End Female Veteran Homelessness

Molly Potter raises awareness for mental health issues

"...stands out among the cottages and Craftsman-style abodes that line Jim Hogg Avenue. It's tucked away at the back..."

Sept. 23, 2016 News Feature by Annamarya Scaccia

A Sweet & Fitting Memorial

Honored with a memorial fund in her name, trans- and feminist activist Beth Westbrook would be proud.

"...This just in: Transgender Advocates of Central Texas (TACT) has announced the..."

July 7, 2008 Qmmunity Post by Kate X Messer

Crosstalk: The UT Torchy’s Is Closing, DAWA Is Hiring, and More Local Culture News

This week’s arts news in brief

"...DAWA, Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action, is hiring a venue..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

DAWA Highlights BIPOC Artists With Third Annual Unity Showcase

Free March 12 concert features Luna Luna, Tony22, Nemegata

"...Vision: 8291, a collaboration between DAWA (Diversity Awareness and Wellness in Action) and South by Southwest,..."

Feb. 28, 2024 SXSW Post by Miranda Garza

Here Are Your Winners for the 42nd Annual Austin Music Awards

Austin’s favorite albums, artists, and instrumentalists of 2023

"...details wiggle around annually, the meat-and-potatoes mission of the Austin Music Awards sticks. The Austin Chronicle celebrates the year..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by The Music Team

Spirit of Orgain Music Festival Blames Cancellation on “Their Financier”

After an earlier City of Hutto statement cited a “headliner issue”

"...5, 7pm: Despite the City of Hutto’s press release citing a “headliner issue” earlier this morning, city staff sent..."

Dec. 5, 2023 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Alex Maas’ Captivating 13th Floor Lineup and More Crucial Concerts This Week

From sunn O))) to Carolyn Wonderland, Shelley King, Marcia Ball’s holiday show

"...is a different trip – similarly hypnotic to the spiraling sonics of his flagship psych band, but comparatively stark..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Molly Burch, Arooj Aftab, and Mobley lead our recommended shows

"...Molly BurchWaterloo Records & Mohawk, Friday 29..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Music Column by Laiken Neumann

$3 Shows Mixes Arts and Social Issues, Like Ben Buck’s Album Release and a DAWA Fundraiser

$3 entry for Como Las Movies, KVN, Suzanna Choffel, and more on Sunday

"...Inspired by Latin Grammy-winning trumpeter Spencer Ludwig, who started hosting..."

Aug. 15, 2023 Music Post by Adam Cherian

Crosstalk: Miss Manners Retires From Hip Hop Hooray After 15 Years, and More Music News

DAWA Fund apps open May 15 and Lizzy McAlpine melts ACL Live

"...on social media last Sunday. After 15 years spent highlighting diverse voices in the local hip-hop scene on the..."

May 12, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

DAWA’s Unity Concert Brings Together Austin’s Rising BIPOC-Led Acts

Showcase kicked off a week of creative Vision:8291 programming

"...at Stubb’s on Tuesday night – at its peak certainly north of 1,000 – could have come away from..."

March 15, 2023 SXSW Post by Chad Swiatecki

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...best day parties and unofficial bonanzas for one-stop concert shopping during the coming week of Fest madness. Looking for..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

DAWA Announces a Historic Week of BIPOC-Led SXSW Programming

All-free Vision:8291 events kick off Tuesday at Stubb’s

"...In partnership with South by Southwest, Austin organization DAWA (Diversity..."

March 6, 2023 Music Post by Kahron Spearman

Free Stuff to Do at South by Southwest

No badge, no wristband, no problem

"...Looking to experience the flavor of South By without the..."

March 3, 2023 SXSW Post by Joelle DiPaolo

2022/2023 Austin Music Awards Winners

You voted – here's Austin's favorite artists, albums, and more

"...On Sunday, February 26, the four-decades-running tradition of the Austin Music Awards returned to celebrate..."

Feb. 26, 2023 Music Post by James Renovitch

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Spray Paint, Heavy Meddo, Why Bonnie, Gypsy Mitchell, Black Midi, and more recommended live shows

"...Spray Paint..."

Sept. 16, 2022 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

DAWA Launches No-Cost Content Studio for BIPOC Creatives

Austin creatives and orgs can apply ahead of August opening

"...On Tuesday, during a promotional event with Tito's, local support group DAWA..."

July 18, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Mélat, Ramsay Midwood, Quinn XCII, Tomás Ramírez, Hotmom, and Dawa's 2 Year Anniversary

"...C-Boy’s Heart & Soul..."

Sept. 24, 2021 Music Column by Clara Wang

The 2020/2021 Austin Music Awards Came Bearing a Pandemic Stimulus

Hop in the Winner Wagon and see who we surprised with this year's unique awards

"...Not throwing an epic wing-ding after the dreadful and disillusioning last..."

March 5, 2021 Music Feature 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!

"...Last year's Austin Music Awards, held at the Moody Theater on March..."

Jan. 15, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: Recapping the Year SXSW Got Canceled

Venue closures, fundraising, and industry layoffs headlined Austin music's difficult 2020

"...Austin music proved a global bellwether at the onset of..."

Jan. 1, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

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