Behind the Tall Tales of Lester Bangs in Texas

Lester's Last Stand

"...onstage to the tune of "You Can't Sing," a James Brown-style groove that featured him bellowing tunelessly on top...."

March 7, 1997 Books Feature

Junior Franklin 1931-1996

"...some of gospel music's brightest voices came to St. James Baptist Church Tuesday to honor and remember the Rev...."

Jan. 26, 1996 Music Feature

Film Reviews

Recommended

"...Christopher Menaul; with Embeth Davidtz, Tom Bell, Gemma Jones, James Purefoy, Greg Wise, Kenneth Anderson, Ben Chaplin. (R, 118..."

Nov. 3, 1995 News Feature

Film Reviews

Recommended

"...Christopher Menaul; with Embeth Davidtz, Tom Bell, Gemma Jones, James Purefoy, Greg Wise, Kenneth Anderson, Ben Chaplin. (R, 118..."

Oct. 27, 1995 News Feature

South by Southwest Film & TV Festival Announces Audience Awards

Audience and jury love Bob Trevino Likes It

"...a woman with two father figures (played by French Stewart and John Leguizamo) walks away from the fest with..."

March 18, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Last One Down the Mountain: Belated Thoughts on the Sundance Film Festival

Even virtually, the 2024 fest felt revitalized

"...of Sam and Andy Zuchero, Love Me stars Kristen Stewart and Steven Yuen as a buoy and a satellite...."

Feb. 21, 2024 Screens Post by Marjorie Baumgarten

All About That Bass: Moontower Just For Laughs Takes Over UT, Adds Headliners

Ronny Chieng, Tim Robinson, Ms. Pat join 2024 lineup

"...You) • Andrew Orolfo (The Late Late Show with James Corden) • Andy Kindler (The Late Show with David..."

Jan. 25, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Crosstalk: The American Analog Set Due for Numero Group Reissue Treatment, and More Music News

Blaze Foley’s Outhouse online & Broken Spoke's historic marker

"...will include live music from Alvin Crow and Ian Stewart and welcome political speakers and guests, including Mayor Kirk..."

April 6, 2023 Music Post by Austin Powell

DQ’s Free Cones Day, Central Market’s Grillapalooza, Dripping Springs’ Brewers Festival, Hotel Viata’s First Long Dinner of 2023, El Naranjo’s Guest Chef From Mexico City, and More

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

"...and the mighty mollusky place – founded by friends Stewart Jarmon and Daniel Berg – will be open for..."

March 15, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Austin Chronicle Halloween Costume and Home Display Contest

"...Jada Stewart as Dorothy Gale..."

Oct. 28, 2022 Photo Gallery

P.G. Moreno Can’t Get Enough “Adventurous Music” and Austin’s More Interesting For It

Epistrophy Arts leader talks past, present, and holy grail bookings

"...gotta step out and see shit that’s happening now. James Brandon Lewis, when he played here - that was..."

Aug. 29, 2022 Music Post by Michael Toland

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Mike & the Moonpies lead a stacked Sagebrush bill, plus Joey DeFrancesco, Destroyer of Light, the War on Drugs, Thor & Friends, and Clem Snide

"...Gold. Yet the quintet remained hot with 2020 Gary Stewart tribute, Touch of You, and last year's eighth LP..."

Jan. 14, 2022 Music Column by Doug Freeman

Austin Music: What We're Listening to This Week

Future Museums, Charley Crockett, Merciful Heavens, Frederico7, Eric Unusual, and Bob Schneider

"...its roots, in both sound and sentiment. After tributing James Hand earlier this year, the ever-prolific troubadour makes statements..."

Sept. 17, 2021 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Austin Film Festival Announces First 10 Films

New films from Tilda Swinton, Steven Yeun, plus honorees added

"...daughter won’t make the same mistakes. Starring Jason Isaacs, James Purefoy, Nathan Fillion, Richard Wilson, Ben Lawson, Alex Desert,..."

Aug. 26, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Minari Tops Austin Film Critics Association Awards

Nomadland, Promising Young Woman win big

"...Best Cinematography: Joshua James Richards, Nomadland..."

March 24, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Tired of the Same Old Christmas Movies? Try These Instead.

7 unconventional picks to scratch your holiday itch

"...a Wonderful Life steals all the headlines, but Jimmy Stewart starred in this Christmas charmer, too, about two squabbling..."

Dec. 22, 2020 Screens Post

Help Find the Missing Slacker Cast and Crew

Austin, you can help connect the team with cash!

"...Catch a Show) Lori Capp (Traumatized Yacht Owner) Mark James (Hit-and-Run Son) Molly Omelchuck (Special thanks) Nick Maffei (Pixl-Visionary)..."

Nov. 26, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Nominees for the 2018-19 Austin Critics Table Awards Announced

The Critics Table's picture-perfect year

"...Cliff Simon, Sunday in the Park with George Leilah Stewart and Vicki Yoder, Wit..."

May 13, 2019 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Other Worlds Austin Goes to an Alien Nation

Sci-fi and horror fest releases full, final lineup

"...as an alien settler to L.A., with grumpy detective James Caan. The story then subverts the tropes of the..."

Nov. 9, 2018 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Brewer's Table Is Not Your Average Brewpub

Discussing the core values of Austin's forthcoming public house at SXSW

"...and an open kitchen. Design Hound – formerly Kevin Stewart Architects and the team behind Dai Due, L'oca d'oro..."

March 9, 2018 Screens Feature by Adrienne White

2017-18 Austin Music Industry Awards

"...Jenni Finlay accepting for Best Ongoing Music Residency: James McMurtry at the Continental Club..."

Feb. 26, 2018 Photo Gallery

Austin Music Industry Award Winners Announced

Best radio station, record store, club, music writer, and more honored

"...Best Ongoing Music Residency 1) James McMurtry, Continental Club Gallery 2) Sarah Sharp, Elephant Room..."

Feb. 25, 2018 Music Post by James Renovitch

Josh Kupecki’s Top 10 Films of 2017

"...in This World Anymore), Saoirse Ronan (Lady Bird), Kristen Stewart (Personal Shopper) Best Director..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Screens Feature by Josh Kupecki

Holiday Viewing: Elf

One for the whole family

"...while my mom’s taste was more conservative (musicals, Jimmy Stewart, and the like). While she did turn me on..."

Dec. 5, 2017 Screens Post by Mark Fagan

White House Announces South by South Lawn Lineup

Event features Leonardo DiCaprio, Lumineers, Stranger Things cast

"...Also presenting will be visual artist James Turrell and architect David Adjaye, who will discuss their..."

Sept. 26, 2016 SXSW Post by Tucker Whatley

Playback: Austin Cinema Limits

ACL doc fundraises, UT inherits Ian McLagan's personal collection, and ScoreMore for the kids

"...musical legends at an unprecedented rate with Iggy Pop, James Taylor, Robert Plant, and – tonight's featured artist –..."

May 13, 2016 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Wednesday SXSW Sleepers

"...found a match to the versatile vox of frontman Stewart Mann. Gritty and smooth, Mann slides through bluesy rock..."

March 18, 2016 Music Feature

Goodnight Irene

Timeless music time-travels – backward, forward

"...holed up in a studio with sixth Stone Ian Stewart...."

Jan. 1, 2016 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

aGLIFF Announces Lineup

Austin's favorite LGBTQ fest drops next month

"...While You Weren’t Looking / South Africa (Dir. Catherine Stewart) - Texas Premiere..."

July 28, 2015 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

Who Let the Dogs Out?

A playlist for the dog days of summer

"...in 1956 for his short-lived Dig label. Featuring future James Brown guitar innovator Jimmy Nolen and a horn section..."

July 17, 2015 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

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