Back in Black

Capital City Black Film Festival returns for round three

"...As Austin gets dragged into the dog days of summer, it can be a..."

Aug. 14, 2015 Screens Feature by Josh Kupecki

Black Like Him?

Houston candidate hoodwinks voters into thinking he's black

"...What's the best way for a white Republican to win in an..."

Nov. 11, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

From Occupation to Co-operation

Co-op Think Tank organizes to expand member-owned movement

"...moved their savings from institutions like Bank of America to credit unions. Besides offering more competitive rates, credit unions..."

Jan. 25, 2013 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Mommy, Why Is Chris Black Gonna Be Drunk at the Funeral?

Just ask Graham Reynolds at the Dive Bar on Monday

"..."There's a right way and a wrong way to do everything."..."

Nov. 1, 2012 Chronolog Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Bedside Manner: Black Holes, Fake Legs, and the Shaggs

Confessions of a late-night page-flipper

"...First things first: I've been sleeping with Neil deGrasse Tyson for about a year..."

Jan. 31, 2011 Books Post by Audra Schroeder

Election Day, STEM Day, Amplify Austin Day, and More Days to Remember This Week

Our guide to community events for the week

"...child care for kiddos 5-12 years old, a prom photo booth, refreshments, and awards celebrating queer Asian American filmmakers..."

March 1, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Carnaval to Chili Cook-Off: This Week's Recommended Community Events

A kickoff for Black History Month, Mean Girls trivia, a farewell to boobies, and more

"...How long does it take to become legendary? There’s no..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

I Will Be Heard: Mama Duke

Lyricist thriving at the intersection of Black, female, and gay wants Austin to "feel this energy"

"...through her 40-minute set, donning a vintage George Strait bomber jacket and her deepest feelings with a playful nonchalance...."

July 29, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

Black Women Reclaim Space in Austin’s Outdoors

Black Women Who Kayak+ is leading the way

"...Outdoors Month, and native Austinite Tanya Walker will certainly be celebrating. Maybe you'll find her exploring the subterranean silence..."

June 10, 2022 News Feature by Hannah Uebele

Fantastic Fest Nabs Latest Derrickson-Cargill-Hawke Horror Collab The Black Phone

Keira Knightley dark comedy Silent Night to close fest

"...Fantastic Fest – the Austin-based film festival dedicated to horror, sci-fi, action, and other genre offerings – has..."

Sept. 9, 2021 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Willie Nelson to Deliver SXSW Online Conference Keynote

Shotgun Willie brings a few hundred friends to the virtual stage

"...Who's a bestselling author, weed entrepreneur, martial arts black belt, and now..."

Jan. 13, 2021 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

How Does School District Policing Support Local Students?

To serve and protect

"...Last fall, Manor Independent School District announced its intent to create its own police department, to be in place..."

Jan. 24, 2020 News Feature by Autumn A. Arnett

How Rooster Teeth Built Meaningful Diversity Into gen:LOCK

Austin studio emphasizes representation in its animated show

"...How can a show created by a bunch of self-described..."

July 10, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

How The Last Black Man in San Francisco Traded Righteous Rage For Gentleness

Director Joe Talbot on the poignant side of gentrification

"...Every completed film comes from a decision by a director to make that film right now. For The Last..."

June 13, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Fall Concerts to Add to Your Calendar

Paul McCartney, the Jesus Lizard, and Saturnalia make the list

"...It's never an issue finding quality shows in the self-proclaimed Live Music Capital of the World,..."

Sept. 4, 2018 Events Post by Mark Fagan

The Luv Doc: A Black Lexus

Racing to close the gates of hell

"...I truly love my girlfriend. She's smart, funny, fun to be with, and always up for just about anything...."

April 13, 2018 Column by The Luv Doc

Wes Anderson Brings Isle of Dogs to SXSW

Plus Midnighters bring the gore, and Alita party

"...Anderson's new star-studded canine animation Isle of Dogs will be the top to its tail as closing night films,..."

Feb. 7, 2018 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Playback: Black Friday? End of an Ear!

End of an Ear's new digs thrive just in time for Black Friday

"...Love Black Friday shopping, but hate bare-knuckle boxing soccer moms at..."

Nov. 25, 2016 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

What to Make of It

Local activists seek justice for black lives

"...While the nation, and the state of Texas, continues to come to terms with tragic recent losses of life,..."

July 15, 2016 News Feature by Kahron Spearman

Kendrick Lamar: To Pimp A Butterfly

Compton MC takes a quantum leap forward

"...in as both commencement and as an overarching theme to Kendrick Lamar’s second album, To Pimp A Butterfly, released..."

March 17, 2015 Music Post by Kahron Spearman

To C-Boy, With Love

Continental Club maverick Steve Wertheimer pays tribute to his mentor – with a nightclub

"...armory (Armadillo World Headquarters), abandoned furniture warehouse (the original Antone's on Sixth), and a lumberyard (Liberty Lunch) transformed into..."

Jan. 31, 2014 Music Feature by Michael Corcoran

All Your Memes Are Belong to Us

Austinites bloom where they're planted, and local meme-makers are here to help us laugh at ourselves

"...Albert Bui didn't mean to become an overnight sensation. All..."

July 20, 2012 Screens Feature by Melanie Haupt

'What SXSW Means to Me' by Kate Getty

Kate Getty turns in her "What I Did Over Spring Break" essay a few weeks early.

"...No sleep for two weeks, the organic art of bedhead, and a Flavor Country-gravelly voice that has me sipping..."

Feb. 27, 2008 Qmmunity Post by Kate Getty

SXSW Film Review: How Music Got Free

Does what it says on the tin, to a point

"...journalist Stephen Witt’s 2015 book of the same name, How Music Got Free director Alexandria Stapleton enlists executives and..."

March 10, 2024 Screens Post by Joe Gross

The Debate Over How and Whether to Jail Kids in Austin Is Just Getting Started

Travis County proposes a new facility to hold kids accused of crimes

"...school sophomore Bill Wallace was involved in a dispute between two groups of men near Rundberg Lane in North..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Wild Child to Sir Woman, Kelsey Wilson Is Taking the High Road

The laid-back ringleader reinvents Wild Child and forges a new path with Sir Woman

"...Kelsey Wilson floats into the Pershing in her familiar long black dress, and..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Review: You'll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey

UT could learn a lot from these "crazy stories about racism"

"...One useful rule of thumb in politics might be: When you’re defending yourself against charges of racism, try..."

April 13, 2021 Arts Post by Michael King

Council, City Utilities Continue to Soften Blow of Storms

Reason to relieve

"...City Council meets Thursday, March 4, to take up additional relief measures for people impacted financially..."

March 5, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Checking In: Tameca Jones Supports A Black Live Music Fund

“I am chilling in da Braunf”

"...Tameca Jones’ dramatic new single “IDK” belongs in the Erwin Center: big, bold, booming. ATX’s powerhouse..."

July 21, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

6 Austin-Based Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

These homegrown podcasts are original, diverse, and sure to entertain

"...podcasts out there that no one has the time to navigate. If you don't know where to start, where..."

June 17, 2019 Screens Post by Katelyn Landry

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