Cassette Roulette, Some Bitchcraft, and More Arts Events

Get arty this week with our recommended happenings

"...Austin winner Sara Burke, features Jillian Sainz and Victoria Brown donning the signature jackets and trousers of Frog and..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Plethora of Riches: How Richard Samuel Turned an Art Gallery Into a Community Center

RichesArt launches annual Black History Month exhibit with new philanthropic initiative

"...her work. Most galleries don’t understand the Black and brown communities, and they aren’t trying to improve. “They’re just..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson

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

"...Ben Brewer Producers: David Wulf, Braxton Pope, Nicolas Cage, Mike Nilon, Arianne Fraser, Delphine Perrier Screenwriter: Mike Nilon After..."

Feb. 7, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Red Ribbon Revelries

Local Austin health orgs celebrate World AIDS Day 35 with fun and educational events

"...Couch Bunz B. Plus: a queer vendor market with Brown Arte, Thee Gay Agenda, Ephrance Vintage, Soulful888Serenity, and Desired..."

Dec. 1, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Season of the Homoscopes

Change is the name of the game this week in Austin’s queer event horoscopes

"...Cozy TS Madison hosts this event celebrating Black and brown queer culture. Plus: a mini ball by House of..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Column by James Scott

Sound Unseen Brings Fugazi, Cyndi Lauper Docs to Austin

Minneapolis-based film fest spotlights local links for Austin leg

"...name in the credits for Runaway Radio with Jeffrey Brown (Every Night's a Saturday Night, Nothing Stays The Same:..."

Oct. 19, 2023 Music Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Film Festival Announces Full Lineup

New films from Jeff Nichols, Alexander Payne on the schedule

"...to darker times. Also starring Tom Hardy, Michael Shannon, Mike Faist, and Norman Reedus, it premiered at Telluride last..."

Sept. 27, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: Hate Crimes Require Sparks Before They Ignite

Who’s holding the guns?

"...[his] desk with her athletic build, confident smile, deep brown eyes.” In recent weeks, family and friends of Akira..."

Sept. 8, 2023 News Post by Michael King

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Temple of Angels, a DJ Chicken George benefit, a Soap Creek Saloon reunion, and more recommended shows

"...of his inspirational Texas music pals: "Victor Gutierrez (Impalers/Fugitive), Mike Sharp (Hatred Surge), Cole Tucker (TOA), all of our..."

Aug. 25, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

We Have an Issue: It’s the Back to School Issue

Welcome to college, y'all. Here's what you need to know about drugs.

"...Hoping for High-Speed Transit: Travis County Judge Andy Brown is pushing for Amtrak's new bullet train to come..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Column by Kimberley Jones

Fantastic Fest Gets Toxic With The Toxic Avenger

Fall of the House of Usher, The Creator added

"...Similarly, Mike Flanagan (Gerald's Game, 2017) is back with his latest..."

Aug. 15, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Prep for Pride

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

"...Black & Brown Queer Speed Friending Open to Black and brown LGBTQIA..."

Aug. 4, 2023 Column by James Scott

"My Energy, How I Move": Blakchyl's Evolving Hip-Hop Embodies Austin's Eastside

The 78702 rapper on exploring beyond her comfort zone

"...show that unity," she says. "Not just Black and brown unity – people from the east and south side..."

July 14, 2023 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Laughs and Hip-Hop With Bryson Brown

With new stand-up album Lifestyle Jokes, the comedian keeps repping his roots in Austin's rap scene

"...Bryson Brown may live in Houston, but "whenever I go onstage,..."

July 7, 2023 Arts Feature by Haris Qureshi

With License Plate Readers, APD Is Always Watching

A program to keep them will continue for at least one year

"...protests over the police killings of George Floyd and Mike Ramos, with justice advocates arguing that studies have shown..."

June 16, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Restaging an Austin Music Awards Cover, 40 Years Later

David C. Fox's photo shoot proves 1982/83 winners are still gigging

"...Angela Strehli front and center, as well as Sarah Brown (bassist in the LeRoi Brothers), Terri Lord (drummer in..."

March 3, 2023 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

Photos From 2022-2023 Austin Music Awards

"...Eve Monsees (pictured) and Mike Buck led the house band for the Austin Music..."

March 1, 2023 Photo Gallery

2022/2023 Austin Music Awards Winners

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

"...Nominees: Deezie Brown Kelsey Wilson (Sir Woman) Kiko Villamizar Ruthie Foster Songwriter..."

Feb. 26, 2023 Music Post by James Renovitch

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

"...Brad Williams Brandi Davis Brett VerVourt Brian Posehn Bryson Brown Carlos Ballarta Carlton Wilcoxon Cat Swantner Chelcie Lynn* Chris..."

Feb. 9, 2023 Arts Post by James Renovitch

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Texas "border czar" Monday, appointing retired Border Patrol agent Mike Banks to the new position. Banks, who believes immigration..."

Feb. 3, 2023 News Feature

All The Pieces Fall in to Place as SXSW Adds Tetris

New titles include experimental Visions and 24 Beats Per Second

"...Gunnar Sigurðsson, Producers: Grímar Jónsson, Sol Bondy, Fred Burle, Mike Goodridge, Screenwriters: Hafsteinn Gunnar Sigurðsson, Halldór Laxness Halldórsson, Tobias..."

Feb. 1, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Music Adds New Order, Killer Mike, Protomartyr, and Isabella Lovestory

Along with over 300 more artists headed to the Austin festival

"...due March 13-18, include Outkast/Run the Jewels essential Killer Mike, popular Nashville feel-good alt-crafters Michigander, and D.C. rapper/actor Anwan..."

Jan. 25, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

SXSW Goes Monster Hunting With Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...Cast List: Leah McKendrick, Ego Nwodim, Andrew Santino, Clancy Brown, Laura Ceron, Yvonne Strahovski, June Diane Raphael, Adam Rodriguez,..."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Riverboat Gamblers, USA/Mexico, Damian Garcia Quintet, Honky-Tonk Holidaze, and more recommended shows for your week

"...Van Mary, and Pelvis Wrestley.  – Mars Salazar Open Mike Eagle..."

Dec. 9, 2022 Music Column by Mars Salazar

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A few fests, Nineties Brits, AfroTech, and more shows worth seeing

"...craft with a charming, nightmarish twist. South Texas Tweek, Mike & the Moonpies, and FSG Records artist JD Clark..."

Nov. 11, 2022 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

Texas Book Festival 2022

"...Bestseller Sandra Brown (right) in conversation about her newest thriller, Overkill, with..."

Nov. 8, 2022 Photo Gallery

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Lingua Ignota, Daniel Fears, Mobley, a Doug Sahm celebration, and more worthy local shows

"...scene – he's already performed with Christian Wigg and Mike Sailors, among others. Boasting a half-dozen albums and sideperson..."

Nov. 4, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Day Trips: Jimmy "Wildman" Schouman

Artist finds his canvases and subjects all around Port Aransas

"...added a memorial to Corpus Christi professional bull rider Mike Rabalais. As he raced the setting sun, Wildman carved..."

Oct. 28, 2022 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A few fests, a handful of Halloween shows, and more live music to see

"...funk with special guests David Ramirez, the Kernal, Kirby Brown, and Ryan Quiet. Legendary L.A. roots rockers Los Lobos..."

Oct. 28, 2022 Music Column by Doug Freeman

Get Ready for the 2022 B. Iden Payne Awards

The full list of nominees before Monday's award ceremony

"...Outstanding Lead Performer Hollis L. Edwards III (Mike Hill), “Principal’s Office,” Manifest Minifest 2021, New Manifest Theatre..."

Oct. 22, 2022 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

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