Megan Thee Stallion Makes Everyone Feel Hot at ACL Festival Weekend Two

Houston rapper reminds us that everything’s bigger in Texas

"...Like her hourglass frame, Megan Thee Stallion is a goddess of epic proportions. The..."

Oct. 9, 2021 Music Post by Clara Wang

Ten Things That Defined ACL Fest's First Weekend

Abortion ban opposition, a weather delay, and the unforgettable performances

"...marquee performers stated their opposition to Texas’ abortion ban. Megan Thee Stallion implored fans to raise middle fingers “to..."

Oct. 8, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Jana Birchum's Top 10 Photos of 2021

"...Megan Thee Stallion at ACL Fest (Oct. 4, 2021) Music...."

Dec. 30, 2021 Photo Gallery

Faster Than Sound: Lizzo City Limits

“Truth Hurts” star’s historic audience, and other ACL Fest weekend one standouts

"...spread like wildfire from the mouth of Houston rapper Megan Thee Stallion, a growing cultural force and the first..."

Oct. 11, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: 15 SXSW Buzz Bands to Cure Millennial Burnout

By legs, Lyft, or Lime scooter, get to the following 15 acts

"...and offbeat direction precede on new EP Wisdom Teeth. Megan Thee Stallion..."

March 8, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

The Most Memorable Moments of Friday’s ACL Fest

Megan, Miley, Maidza, and one really long line

"...or Cap Metro buses from Lamar. – Rachel Rascoe Megan Thee Stallion’s “Big Fuck You” to Texas’ Abortion Ban..."

Oct. 2, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

George Strait, Erykah Badu, Billie Eilish, and Black Pumas Highlight an ACL Fest Heavy on Texas Talent

Miley Cyrus, Megan Thee Stallion, Stevie Nicks & Dababy also top lineup

"...The event, which also counts 2019 ACL Fest no-show Megan Thee Stallion and Doja Cat among marquee performers, notably..."

May 20, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

It's No Drag: The Past, Present, and Possibilities of Ballroom at ATX Television

Leiomy Maldonado and Dashaun Wesley from FX's Pose and HBO Max's Legendary are finally taking the spotlight

"...$100,000 grand prize. Judges include stylist Law Roach, rapper Megan Thee Stallion, and actress Jameela Jamil (The Good Place),..."

June 5, 2020 Screens Feature by Beth Sullivan

Faster Than Sound: What Sparked Joy at SXSW Music

Marie Kondo-ing my Festival experience, with scooters and shooters in the giveaway pile

"...Jones) drew the evening's biggest audience. Houston freestyle takeoff Megan Thee Stallion (née Pete) warmed up for a Fader..."

March 22, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Qmmunity: Femme Boy Spring

Queer musician Caleb De Casper gets his own day declared at City Hall, plus upcoming queer events

"...A Real Hot Girl Party Celebrate Megan Thee Stallion at CUC. Includes both a twerk contest..."

April 22, 2022 Column by James Scott

Three Generations of Writers Reflect on ACL Fest 2021

Personal journals from a plague-era festival

"...missing last Friday by taking ex-AFSer Agnes to the Miley-n-Megan show, while catching more ascendant locals on giant stages:..."

Oct. 8, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Qmmunity: Finding Your Pride

Drip Drop 10 brings urban LGBTQ music to the forefront, plus did you hear it’s Austin Pride this weekend?

"...Gutta to a playlist of women hip-hop artists like Megan Thee Stallion who are, as Yella Stud puts it,..."

Aug. 19, 2022 Column by James Scott

Pretty in Pink: A Gabriela Bucio Story

The millennial Midas brings reggaeton and Mexican regional to Sixth Street and beyond

"...and I'll play whatever is cool here in Texas: Megan Thee Stallion, Beyoncé, Selena." You'll also hear hip-hop, pop,..."

July 8, 2022 Music Feature by Christina Garcia

Qmmunity’s Queer Guide to SXSW

LGBTQIA programming, parties, and more at South By 2022

"...emceed by Ms. Girl6, with categories ranging from the Megan Thee Stallion-inspired Virgin Performance to the Bizarre Runway's assignment..."

March 11, 2022 Features Feature by James Scott

ACL Music Festival 2021: Friday, Second Weekend

"...Megan Thee Stallion..."

Oct. 9, 2021 Photo Gallery

ACL Music Festival 2021: Friday, First Weekend

"...Megan Thee Stallion..."

Oct. 2, 2021 Photo Gallery

Faster Than Sound: Ukeme Maps the Music Genome

Multidisciplinarian Jason Ikpatt ponders community across arts and sciences

"...out to an Austinite dissuaded by concurrent conversation about Megan Thee Stallion's restrictive record deal. So, he rounded up..."

Oct. 23, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Checking In: Abhi the Nomad Maneuvers the Situation

“Being holed up is a blessing for me”

"...second-weekend-only rappers Abhi the Nomad from Austin and Houston’s Megan Thee Stallion overlapped. Like any self-respecting local, I sheltered..."

July 28, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

Music we’re playing

"...and shoutouts to Texas girls, place it next to Megan Thee Stallion and Beyoncé's "Savage" remix on your summer..."

June 12, 2020 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Faster Than Sound: Ryan Garrett Assumes Beerland Lease

Stubb’s GM Ryan Garrett takes over lease on neighboring punk club Beerland, expanding Red River Cultural District involvement.

"...made up for a cancellation at weekend one, but Megan Thee Stallion fans waited in the rain for the..."

Oct. 18, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

ACL Live Review: Denzel Curry

South Floridian MC booms and quakes and commands

"...its premier hip-hop acts either arrive late or cancel. Megan Thee Stallion’s name endlessly rang off the tongues of..."

Oct. 13, 2019 Music Post by Derek Udensi

Faster Than Sound: Cutting Up on Tuesday

Queer nightlife gets a new clubhouse, SIMS Foundation faces spiked membership, Spoon’s greatest hits, and more

"...Mamis/Mosaico Experiencia principal Adzua-Gette Cole offered a remix of Megan Thee Stallion's "Big Ole Freak." Crop tops, platforms, and..."

June 28, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW Music News: Lauren Mayberry, Lizzo & Khalid Highlight Thursday

Celeb sightings and what to do today

"...beloved rapper Lizzo was spotted dancing to Houston riser Megan Thee Stallion at Cheer Up Charlies...."

March 15, 2019 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound: Cracking the SXSW Music Algorithm

If my phone broke and clickbait subsided, where would bring me joy at SXSW?

"...Party selection Harry Edohoukwa (Friday, Hotel Vegas). Houston personas Megan Thee Stallion and Yung Baby Tate join a strong..."

March 15, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Fader Fort Announces SXSW Lineup

Omar Apollo, Charly Bliss, Megan Thee Stallion, and Lil Gotit on deck

"...indie R&B artist Omar Apollo, and Houston hip-hop freak Megan Thee Stallion. Also on deck for the free, guest-list-only..."

March 6, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

SXSW Turns Out Final Weekly Band List

De La Soul, Mavis Staples, Ximena Sariñana highlight 10th lineup drop

"...Megan Thee Stallion (Houston)..."

Feb. 28, 2019 Music Post by Kevin Curtin