Looking Over His Shoulder

‘Alex Katz: Small Paintings’ brings you unexpectedly close to the artist

"...icon. Ada in a Pillbox Hat from 1961 certainly captures the optimism and style of the Camelot years. We..."

March 28, 2003 Arts Feature by Madeline Irvine

Showers of Sound

The Bubble, the only place to record for Austin's indie elite

"...morning. Make sure to put trash by curb Monday night." It's the only authoritative sign in the building, if..."

March 29, 2002 Music Feature by Marc Savlov

SXSW Picks & Sleepers

Picks & Sleepers

"...Pipes expanded their chicken-scratch garage-punk ministry with 2001's Every Night Saturday Night (Sympathy for the Record Industry). The Austin-based..."

March 15, 2002 Music Feature

Li'l Cap'n Travis, P2 Party, Thursday 15

"...Li'l Cap'n TravisP2 Party, Thursday 15 Could you ask for a..."

March 16, 2001 Music Review by Michael Bertin

Bad Blood

Did the Austin Police Department Shut Down an Investigation of Its Own Cops?

"...whistleblower lawsuit against the city by former APD officer Capt. Cecil Huff -- one of at least three such..."

Feb. 16, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Postmarks

"...Throwing Down With Cap Met..."

Dec. 19, 1997 Column

What Will Local Shows Look Like in the Future?

What will shows look like in the live music capital? That's all local club owners can think about.

"...Despite Austin's global identity as a live music capital, for the first time in its known history stage..."

May 22, 2020 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Bryan Gutmann: A Stand-Up Guy

Telling jokes at a mic has always been the main thing for Bryan Gutmann

"...best of his recollection) he has "performed in some capacity at most of the Moontower festivals so far." This..."

April 22, 2016 Arts Feature by Ashley Moreno

Funniest Person in Austin 2012

The comic crowned king this year had the Nazer's edge

"...of savvy, polished jokesmiths yet, one thing about that night was certain: There would be laughs, and loads of..."

May 18, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Where Comedy Lives

Austin stand-ups have a complex – and it's called the Sandstone Apartments

"...working stand-up locally for five years and regularly graces Cap City Comedy Club's Monday night "Chick Schtick." "No matter..."

Nov. 25, 2011 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Naked City

"...Nothing like a drunken homicide, bungled butchering, and foiled escape to bring out the headlines and Court TV. On..."

Feb. 2, 2007 News Feature

TCB

Pink elephants, dancing waitresses, and setups only equal one of Austin's still-hidden treasures.

"...the Carousel Lounge has become one of the hippest nightspots in Austin. Scruffy rockers like Li'l Cap'n Travis, Moonlight..."

Oct. 24, 2003 Music Column by Christopher Gray

Qmmunity: The Gay Place Rides Again

Original Chron legend Kate X Messer talks "Qmmunity"/"The Gay Place" origins

"...CHIQQ Launch Party Sapphic nightlife event company CHIQQ throws a dance party featuring DJ..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Column by James Scott

He Happy Is

For Mark Pickell, Capital T Theatre is a source of joy

"...a Happiness That Morning Is; as artistic director for Capital T Theatre, he also has on the producer's cap,..."

Nov. 1, 2013 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

ATU Strikes, After StarTran Rejects Compromise

Can Mike Martinez's proposal avert a bus strike?

"...partying in celebration of Barack Obama's presidential win Tuesday night, City Council Member Mike Martinez was upstairs in a..."

Nov. 7, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

The 'Empty Bus' Myth

My personal experience? There are plenty of people riding Cap Metro

"...the letter, one line caught my eye: "I applaud Capital Metro for continuing to function despite lack of ridership,"..."

March 23, 2007 News Post by Lee Nichols

Google Metro

Google can now help you plan your bus trip.

"...Getting around town greenly just got a bit easier. Capital Metro has teamed up with Google to roll out..."

March 9, 2007 News Post by Daniel Mottola

Austin @ Large: Say It Ain't So, Metro!

If that's all there is, my friends, then let's keep driving … or worse

"...TO: E. Lee Walker, Chair, Capital Metro Board of Directors..."

Aug. 27, 2004 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Under the Covers

All of a sudden, it's cool again to play other people's songs – not to mention fun!

"...perform nothing but other people's songs. Moonlight Towers, Li'l Cap'n Travis, and Grand Champeen are mingling at the Parish..."

May 14, 2004 Music Feature by Darcie Stevens

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...by the growth in value of the fund's holdings (capital gains). So, even when the principal of the fund..."

Sept. 12, 2003 Column

Born on Highway 61

Famed superharpist James Cotton settles into Austin.

"...On a Friday night at Antone's in early January, Austin's newest celebrity resident..."

Feb. 2, 2001 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Reading the election coverage and endorsements on this, the night before the election, we realized that there is a..."

May 12, 2000 Column

Qmmunity: Homoscopes for the Holidays

Find the queer New Year’s event that’s best for your sign

"...during that year! Wherever you do find yourself the night before a new year, take care of yourself. Drink..."

Dec. 29, 2023 Column

Qmmunity: Pumpkin Spice Homoscopes

The seasons are changing, so find a new queer event to enjoy!

"...SCORPIO Boyz of Austin: Night of 1,000 Jack Blacks! Before Tenacious D plays Austin,..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

Devon Walker Brings Lone Star State Laughs to SNL and Moontower Just for Laughs

Walker, Texas Comic

"...September 2022, and the opening credits of NBC's Saturday Night Live. Walker sports a charming grin while holding a..."

April 14, 2023 Arts Feature by Valerie Lopez

Top 10 Austin Comedy Stories

New fests, new venues, and big returns

"...1) Cap City and FPIA Return..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Arts Feature by Valerie Lopez

A Guide to Austin Stand-Up: Comics

The stand-up people behind the city's comedy scene

"...radio gig, Bearden's best known for the long-running Tuesday night PUNCH showcase at Cap City Comedy Club, an event..."

March 31, 2017 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

A Guide to Austin Stand-Up: Annual Events

Festivals aren't just for music and film

"...and in that time the contest – sponsored by Cap City Comedy Club – has grown into such a..."

March 31, 2017 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Funniest Person in Austin 2014

Cody Hustak reveals the secrets to his success in this year's comedy competition

"...might have expected in Indonesia or eastern Europe, but Cap City Comedy Club? And yet there it was in..."

May 30, 2014 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...New Captain of the Cactus..."

Sept. 10, 2010 News Feature

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