International Musicians Keep Austin’s Scene Alive, but They Struggle to Stay

Putting the “world” in Live Music Capital of the World

"...company. “In December, we recorded with Gene Simmons in Electric Lady Studios,” he said. “I mean, what the fuck..."

Nov. 29, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

A.L. West at a Bookstore, and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Stop by Stalefish’s album release or Jonathan Toubin’s Soul Clap

"...in loner anthem "Birdwatching." Wake Up Spaceboy, meanwhile, goes electric to soundtrack young adult malaise. A cozy cold weather..."

Jan. 12, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

Album Review: Rattlesnake Milk

Chicken Fried Snake (Feels So Good)

"...and barren landscapes, in a pickup truck or semi cab, with one hand on the wheel and one paranoid..."

Jan. 20, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Twitter Flame War Fires Up Austin FC Supporters to Help the Unhoused

For Los Verdes, y'all means all

"...formerly unhoused season ticket holder who now drives an electric cab. Davis was one of multiple regular attendees who..."

Feb. 25, 2022 News Feature by Kit O’Connell

The Drinks Issue: Guide to Getting Home Safely

Put somebody else in the driver's seat with these transpo options

"...Austin Cab Company: 512/478-2222..."

July 13, 2018 Food Post by Eilish O'Sullivan

How to Get Around at SXSW

Getting from airport to panels to parties without breaking a sweat

"...is your priority, then consider hailing the 100%-emissions free Electric Cab of Austin via its ">app...."

Feb. 28, 2018 SXSW Post

Top 10 Austin Albums of 2017

Consensus on the best local platters

"...10) Kalu & the Electric Joint, Time Undone (Spaceflight) Raoul Hernandez..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Music Feature by Greg Beets

Playback: Top 100 Austin Albums of 2017

Top 10s? Feh! Multiply that by 10 – locally.

"...35) Kalu & the Electric Joint, Time Undone (Spaceflight)..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Index Fest Announces Its Beer List

The fest formally known as Untapped drops it like it's hops

"...Pinthouse Pizza – Austin, TX - Electric Jellyfish – India Pale Ale - Burro’s Breakfast –..."

May 2, 2017 Food Post by James Renovitch

The 2016-17 Austin Music Awards’ Texan Tower of Song

Thirty-five years of AMAs? More like 181 years of Texas on one stage, on one night!

"...Austin Music Award for the occasion. For the latter electric pianist anyway; the former show pony will have to..."

March 10, 2017 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Austin Transportation Guide

How to get around Austin, with or without your own wheels

"...We've listed the numbers, but hailing a cab from the airport's transportation line on the lower level..."

March 3, 2017 Chronolog Post by Katie Walsh

Getting Around Austin

Explore Downtown without a car and without getting lost

"...We've listed the numbers, but hailing a cab from the airport's transportation line on the lower level..."

June 22, 2016 Columns Post by Annamarya Scaccia

Changing Lanes

Taxi industry braces for big changes

"...Joseph Beers has been driving a taxicab for nearly 20 years. During that time, he's built..."

May 20, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Prop. 1 Campaign Switches Into High Gear

As more take sides on the Uber / Lyft debate, allegations of being bought out are traded

"...going to have regulations that are being pushed by taxicab companies who are desperately trying to hang on to..."

April 8, 2016 News Feature by Mac McCann

Thursday SXSW Picks

"...panties to the side in the backseat of a cab. (Also: Fri., 9pm, Cedar Street Courtyard) – Thomas..."

March 18, 2016 Music Feature

Getting Around Austin: SXSW Edition

Alternatives to driving your car (because that's a terrible idea)

"...These easily recognizable electric cars are parked around most parts of Austin and..."

March 3, 2016 SXSW Post by Eloise Kirn

Public Notice: In Defense of Pedophilia

CM Don Zimmerman embarks on a new crusade

"...westbound on Sixth, and eastbound on Second. Look for electric cabs with RideScout's logo on them and hop in..."

July 3, 2015 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Death Cab for Cutie

"...before descending into an epic pop chorus that Death Cab for Cutie all but coined ("Was I in your..."

May 1, 2015 Music Review by Abby Johnston

Getting Around Austin: SXSW Edition

Alternatives to driving during SXSW

"...Bikes and Pedicabs SXcycles..."

March 4, 2015 SXSW Post by Casey Rochester

Todd Phelps: 'Creativity and Common Sense'

"...block it every time, because he's supported by the taxi-cab money that's basically run like a cartel...."

May 30, 2014 News Feature

Spotlight: Eric Burdon

We prefer "We Gotta Get Out of This Place"

"..."We Gotta Get Out of This Place," and other electric blues hits bent into pop, his revamped version of..."

March 15, 2013 Music Feature by Dan Oko

Letters at 3AM: What Are Human Beings For?

No I, only robot

"..."If Google's efforts to create driverless cars are successful, cab drivers [and] cross-country truckers ... could be out of..."

Jan. 25, 2013 Column by Michael Ventura

'The NFL Beat': God Bless Commissioner Goodell

Protecting the shield

"...still owes his mom $200 because she covered his electric bill last month...."

Dec. 15, 2012 Sports Post by Alex Dunlap

City to Heyride: Not So Fast

Is this mobile ridesharing app in a legal gray area or openly violating the city's taxi franchise agreement?

"...regulated by the city." (Other unconventional transit operators, including pedicabs and electric cabs, have also bumped up against city..."

Nov. 30, 2012 News Feature by Dan Solomon

Heyride Has a Hitch in Its Get-Along

Cease-and-desist letter issued by City of Austin to local startup

"...regulated by the city.” (Other unconventional transit operators, including pedicabs and electric cabs, have also bumped up against city..."

Nov. 21, 2012 Screens Post by Dan Solomon

ACL Music Fest Sunday Listings

"...and driven by prose-type pop, its sound emulates Death Cab for Cutie. The band celebrates at home after summer..."

Oct. 12, 2012 Music Feature

City Council: 'All Free Men ... Have Equal Rights'

Gay rights, public school finance, cab franchises, endangered species, and more

"...276 promised jobs. Taxi franchise permits (Item 72), low-speed electric vehicles (74), and pedicab regulations (142) are also likely..."

Sept. 28, 2012 News Feature by Michael King

Headlines

"...when it will take up marriage equality and taxi cab permitting (again), among other things – but members may..."

Sept. 21, 2012 News Feature

Full Circle

The gospel according to Ruthie Foster

"...of set. I'm playing more guitar, actually playing some electric now. I have to focus quite a bit more...."

Jan. 27, 2012 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

City Hall Hustle: Low-Speed Ahead!

Council finally comes around on a pilot program for electric cabs

"...the last vehicle you picture is an open-air, low-speed electric vehicle more akin to a golf cart than a..."

Oct. 14, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

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