Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...This is what Sagebrush was made for. The South Congress honky-tonk is full to the brim...."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Review: Stephen Mills’ POE / A Tale of Madness Is Pitch Perfect

Ballet Austin brings the master of the macabre to life (before killing him again)

"...a fevered version of Edgar Allan Poe’s life, flashing before his eyes as he struggles in the clutches of..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Ways to Watch the Total Solar Eclipse in Austin Based on Your Sun Sign

Beer, BBQ, raves, rooftop parties, and calming yoga, to name a few

"...that you’ll be sure to wear red and green for the best viewing experience, a scientifically sound tip, to..."

March 26, 2024 Events Post by Christina Garcia

30 Breakout Music Acts to See in Austin This Week

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

"...the event’s ties to the defense contractor RTX Corporation (formerly Raytheon) – are opting to play unofficial shows only,..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

Broadway in Austin Announces 2024-25 Season

Corn, kindness, and the boy who never grew up come to the Bass

"...Broadway keeps making its way to Austin, with Texas Performing Arts announcing the titles for its 2024-25 Broadway in..."

March 5, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Opera Fights, Puppet Plays, and More Arty Events

Get an arts fix this week

"...Malcolm X in 1992, he went back to NYC for the deeply intimate Crooklyn, a story drawing directly from..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...persona to town with the world premiere of The Fall Guy, an eagerly awaited blockbuster reboot of the 1980s..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Free Week’s Big Weekend and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Plus back-to-back gigs from Cactus Lee, Runner and Bobby

"...Looking for the best shows happening in Austin this week? Check..."

Jan. 5, 2024 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Austin Film Critics Association Announces 2023 Award Nominees

Killers of the Flower Moon, Oppenheimer lead field

"...Critics Association has released its list of award nominees for 2023, and Martin Scorsese's searing historical crime drama Killers..."

Jan. 3, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Day Trips & Beyond: December Events Roundup

Nature news, scenic drive routes, and events all over Texas

"...means the Christmas lights are calling and it’s time for a Hill Country drive...."

Dec. 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

Learn something new and explore what's out there this fall

"...80 Ranch, where he earned his nickname. While working for Mann as top hand, Wallace took $5 of his..."

Nov. 2, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Quin NFN, corook, ​​and More Highlights From Sunday at ACL Fest

From viral “If I Were a Fish” to M83’s essential “Midnight City”

"...The party’s over. Pleasant temperatures held for the final date of Austin City Limits Festival, where..."

Oct. 16, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Memorable Moments From ACL Fest Weekend One

For you to rewind this weekend at Zilker Park

"...rolled on. Biggest takeaway? The rare instance of pleasant fall weather. Read up on the Chronicle team's standout performances..."

Oct. 13, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Lil Yachty’s Whiplash Catalog Run and More Highlights From Friday at ACL Fest

Maggie Rogers, Little Simz, and more kicked off at Zilker Park

"...music team romped happily through the onset of cooler fall weather at Zilker Park’s opening day. Read our highlights..."

Oct. 7, 2023 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup

Bid the sun farewell and enjoy a fall fair this October

"...Rivers. Corpus Christi will see the ring of fire for the longest time in the state beginning at 11:55am..."

Oct. 5, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

17 Texas Artists to See at ACL Fest

Lone Star acts to catch at Zilker, from Houston breakout d4vd to Austin’s Die Spitz

"...Alongside the requisite Asleep at the Wheel kickoff performance, this year's Austin City Limits Festival lineup welcomes its..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Music Feature by Nayeli Portillo

Qmmunity: Carnival of Queers

A carnival of queer cavorting will delight your senses this weekend

"...Step right up for a totally queer reenvisioning of a classic fall staple:..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Column by James Scott

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Tangerine Dream, Eastside Kings Fest, Magic Rockers of Texas, and more recommended shows

"...pioneers Tangerine Dream played well past bar time. Icy, gale-force winds afterward couldn't erase 90 minutes having intersected with..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

Qmmunity: Pumpkin Spice Homoscopes

The seasons are changing, so find a new queer event to enjoy!

"...carefree skip of summer turned to a more thoughtful fall-time gait. While our favorite sweaters still remain folded away..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

We Have an Issue: A Watched Pot …

The Austin Chronicle is turning 42, and we're launching a cannabis column to celebrate

"...Hallmark article I just clicked on, the traditional gift for a 42nd anniversary is "clocks or watches" … but..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Landscape With Invisible Hand

Sci-fi meet-cute setup reveals a smart look at economic collapse

"...trailer of Landscape With Invisible Hand, you would be forgiven for thinking that it was a quirky comedy about..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Serving Corporate Cxnt

Thee Gay Agenda decides to girl boss, gaslight, but not gatekeep in their new show Gags to Riches

"...campy satire of rainbow capitalism done through drag, stand-up, dance, and more that'll run Aug. 23 and 24 at..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Column by James Scott

Book Smart: Four Young Bookers Fueling Austin's Collegiate Music Scene

Behind the unjaded lineups of Happen Twice, Howdy Gals, Moonbby, and Beary Good

"...of the night may very well be barely aged for entry. After a sleepy pandemic interlude, the 2022-23 school..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Qmmunity: Transing Pride

ATX Trans Pride puts the spotlight on the transgender community during Austin Pride

"...When asked about the origin point for August event ATX Trans Pride – happening this Saturday,..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Column by James Scott

Skull & Cakebones Is Back, Lee’s Kitchen Opens Grandly, Austin Proper Takes It Streetside, Juliet Brings the Wild Boar, and Here Comes a French Bistro with a Moody Tongue

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Yes, citizen, it’s your “Food News Buffet” for the second week of August...."

Aug. 9, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Qmmunity: Prep for Pride

Everyone loves a girlie with a plan, so make one for Austin Pride with these suggestions

"...events and an even hotter heat index. Planning ahead for Pride is never a bad move, so here are..."

Aug. 4, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Ch-ch-changes

Austin's queer scene turns to face the strange as it goes through big but good changes

"...it," says co-owner Justin Galicz, "so we've been searching for a bigger spot for a while now." Joining them..."

July 28, 2023 Column by James Scott

Crucial Concerts at Hot Summer Nights 2023

Highlights from the no-cost, high-temp annual music festival

"...hoodie in the middle of summer and tried to break-dance on the corner with a boombox. I remember my..."

July 21, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

All Genders, Lifestyles, and Identities Film Festival Announces 2023 Film Lineup

LGBTQ film fest starts 36th year with musicals, mystery, more

"...Lights, camera, queerness! LGBTQ cinephiles rejoice for Prism 36, the 36th annual edition of Austin’s oldest..."

June 28, 2023 Screens Post by James Scott

The Best Things We Saw at Oblivion Access 2023: Earth, BEAK>, GEL, and More

Highlights from year two of the underground Austin music festival

"...Not just setting local temperature records for the month of June, this year’s Oblivion Access marked..."

June 19, 2023 Music Post by Wayne Lim

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