Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...a preview of her long-awaited debut album.   – Michael Toland The OUTlaw Pride Fest..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...   – Abby Johnston Greasy Strangler Benefit for Michael St. Michaels..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Madeleine Leigh, HONK TX, and Eclipse Mania Leads Our Crucial Concerts

Find some sounds to match the celestial sights this week

"...and veteran power punks the Meanhearts open.   – Michael Toland Destroyer of Light Album Release..."

April 5, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Faye Webster, Swamp Dogg, and More Reviews From Friday of SXSW

Memorable performances to close out the week

"...that electric guitar music is in safe hands. – Michael Toland Inside the Tonal Structures of Swamp Dogg’s Mind..."

March 16, 2024 Music Post by Julian Towers

Lisa Frankenstein

Diablo Cody and Zelda Williams show their Tim Burton love with charm but not enough visual style

"...Directed by: Zelda Williams. Starring: Kathryn Newton, Cole Sprouse, Joe Chrest, Carlo Gugino..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Movie Review by Jenny Nulf

Lydia Loveless, Helado Negro, and More Crucial Concerts

Essential Austin gigs in the coming week

"...groovy material to move hips and nod heads.  – Michael Toland Jamila Woods..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Music Feature by Elizabeth Braaten

Dev Patel Swings Into South by Southwest With Monkey Man World Premiere

Fest gets new docs on Stormy Daniels, Alex Jones, and Jon Bon Jovi

"...Immaculate Director: Michael Mohan Producers: David Bernad, Sydney Sweeney, Jonathan Davino, Teddy..."

Feb. 7, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Terry Allen, ericdoa, and More Crucial Concerts

Essential Austin gigs in the coming week

"...emotionally and environmentally charged songwriting project of Chicago-based Ella Williams, Squirrel Flower released Tomorrow’s Fire late last year. Williams'..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

El Tule’s Final Show and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Catch Lucinda Williams, Escuela Grind, or Fleet Foxes’ Robin Pecknold

"...rock with a 420-friendly aesthetic. – Genevieve Wood Lucinda WilliamsACL Live at the Moody Theater, Friday 19..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

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

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

"...has sold out, find livestream tickets at monksjazz.com.)  – Michael Toland Steve Earle Birthday TributeCherrywood Coffeehouse, Sunday 14..."

Jan. 12, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

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

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...Audrey Director: Natalie BaileyProducers: Michael Wrenn, Dan Lake, Shannon Wilson-McClinton, Diya EidScreenwriter: Lou Sanz..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

The Best New Year’s Eve Concerts Happening in Austin

Eleven live music options to ring in 2024, from Snail Mail to Gary Clark Jr.

"...the "hoot night" is an Austin invention, conceived by Michael Hall in the Eighties and taking off at the..."

Dec. 22, 2023 Music Column by Carys Anderson

NADC Burger Goes Brick-and-Mortar, Birdie’s Reprises Bistro Remy, Luminaire Gets Spanish with Wines, the Oyster Is (Part of) épicerie’s World, and More

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

"...popular cheeseburger concept he started with professional skateboarder Neen Williams, and opened it all brick-and-mortar right next door. NADC..."

Dec. 6, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Moontower Just for Laughs Austin Goes Big

Comedy fest adds arena shows from Andrew Schulz, Shane Gillis

"...legacy by reassembling its incredible cast including (deep breath) Michael Ian Black, Reno 911! stars Thomas Lennon and Michael..."

Nov. 30, 2023 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Meanwhile Brewing’s Free Birthday Bash and More Crucial Concerts This Week

From Jonathan Richman at the Continental to Saweetie at AFROTECH

"...to bring the album to life at Parker.  – Michael Toland Terence BlanchardMcCullough Theater, Thursday 9..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

HAAM Day, Ron Carter, and Pecan Street Festival lead our recommended shows

"...Second Great Quintet, alongside pianist Herbie Hancock, drummer Tony Williams, and late saxophonist Wayne Shorter. In the grand scheme..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Roxane Gay, Tim O’Brien Join Texas Book Festival Lineup

Full author roster revealed for November fest

"...(The Madstone) Adrianna Cuevas (The Ghosts of Rancho Espanto) Michael Cunningham (Day: A Novel) Homa Dashtaki (Yogurt & Whey:..."

Sept. 13, 2023 Arts Post by Kimberley Jones

What Chronicle Music Writers Are Reading This Summer

Recent musical reads on Lucinda Williams, Sinéad O'Connor, and more

"...Anybody the Secrets I Told You: A Memoirby Lucinda Williams Crown, 272 pp., $28.99..."

June 30, 2023 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

We Have an Issue: Read Before Burning

Welcome to the Books Issue

"...My Murder, the new novel from my pal Katie Williams, who had to suffer through my Lorrie Moore knockoffs..."

June 30, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Qmmunity: More Pride, Less Prejudice

In a way, we're all gay Darcys looking for our gay Elizabeths in the thrush of Pride parties

"...Papi Siii; the Voices of Pride with Miguel St. Michael & Mama Duke; a Workout! With Erica Nix showcase..."

June 9, 2023 Column by James Scott

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Water Damage, TisaKorean, a tribute to Mandy Mercier, and more recommended shows

"...the bands of artists like Townes Van Zandt, Lucinda Williams, Butch Hancock, and Jimmie Dale Gilmore in the generative..."

May 12, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Dinosaur Jr. at Lakeline Park, Los Texmaniacs in Sunset Valley, and more recommended shows

"...of an Alhambra-esque Airbnb he and his brother-in-law Graham Williams of Resound Presents procured over Christmas break in Mérida,..."

April 28, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

ATX TV Festival Rides Again With Justified: City Primeval

Outlander, Dawson's Creek added to season 12

"...of the teens of Capeside, Mass., and made Michelle Williams, Katie Holmes, Joshua Jackson, and James Van Der Beek..."

April 3, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Review: Broadway in Austin’s Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations

Like any jukebox musical, it all comes down to the songs

"...of group founder and last remaining original Temptation, Otis Williams. It’s Williams’ character (played by the talented, congenial Michael..."

March 30, 2023 Arts Post by Bob Abelman

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...volume-heavy support. ATX journeydudes Greenbeard bludgeon cochlea first.  – Michael Toland Rhinestone Rodeo Sat 18, 4pm, High Noon Free..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Your Field Guide to 80 Essential Acts at SXSW Music

Highlighting the best and buzziest at this year's Festival

"...floor. With local heavyweights Brian Donohue (Progger, Snarky Puppy), Michael Longoria (Patty Griffin), and Chris Loveland (Clunis) in his..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

2022/2023 Austin Music Awards Winners

You voted – here's Austin's favorite artists, albums, and more

"...Blakchyl Chucky Blk Kydd Jones OTM THRAXX Best Jazz: Michael Hale..."

Feb. 26, 2023 Music Post by James Renovitch

Five Orchestral Performances to Get You Hooked on Classics

Expand your musical horizons with these really old-school grooves

"...in style. Austin Symphony Orchestra: The Music of John Williams..."

Feb. 24, 2023 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Moontower Announces Jenny Slate, Leslie Jones, Jay Pharoah, and More for Its Just for Laughs Festival

Samantha Bee, Ziwe, Monét X Change, and many more added to lineup

"...Schwartz & Friends* Big Jay Oakerson Blair Socci* Brad Williams Brandi Davis Brett VerVourt Brian Posehn Bryson Brown Carlos..."

Feb. 9, 2023 Arts Post by James Renovitch

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Jane Leo, a Sharon Jones tribute, a Genuine Joe fundraiser, and more recommended shows

"...a Georgia-born soul twister who went out singing. Tomar Williams wrings just such stomp in local R&B dynamos Tomar..."

Feb. 10, 2023 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

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