Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...their final Texas date), and asked the couple to open...."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...pedestrian access.) To learn more, check out the first open house organized by Our Future 35, scheduled for May..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature

The Verde Report: As Wins Rack Up, Emiliano Rigoni Is Becoming Austin FC’s Forgotten Man

The club’s second-highest-paid player has struggled to contribute

"...the last two weekends currently own the two worst records in the West, Wolff is still deserving of credit..."

April 12, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...review by SPLC of government contracts obtained through an open records request, Wynne Transportation paid the anti-government organization Mayhem..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature

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

Find some sounds to match the celestial sights this week

"...Free and open to all ages, Rancho Alegre Conjunto Music Festival returns..."

April 5, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Review: Creekbed Carter Hogan, Creekbed Carter

Open-road mysticism, brokenhearted yearning, and laugh-out-loud wit

"...future-forward dynamism. Released via Arkansas-based "unAmericana" label Gar Hole Records, the trans songwriter's self-titled release packs enough open-road mysticism,..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

The Detroit wild card on getting his shit together (and finding H-E-B)

"...R&B veteran unavailable for his midweek appearance, a door opened for the rapper...."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Police Association Signals Willingness to Comply With Oversight Act

Second day’s negotiations spark hope of agreement

"...Department’s use of a G file (confidential police misconduct records). Another provision they opposed doubles the amount of time..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Closing the COVID Gap at AISD

Post-pandemic, not enough students can read well. How do we get out of this ditch?

"...By April, the reopening of the schools had been postponed repeatedly. Thousands of..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

A Stoner Jam, 3-Legged Dog Day Party, and More Crucial Concerts

SXSW-adjacent lineups and other shows worth seeing

"...noon to 4pm. As always, entry is free and open to the (21 and up) public with RSVP at..."

March 15, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

30 Breakout Music Acts to See in Austin This Week

Your guide to SXSW's buzziest artists, both official and unofficial

"...single “Doll” presents a cohesive amalgamation: When Jack Ip’s opening whisper melts away with the stomp of a distortion..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

Sentimental Family Band, Leti Garza, Dorian Electra, and More Crucial Concerts

Plan your week in music

"...release of long-awaited debut LP Sweethearts Only on Tomika Records. The songwriting trio of Camille Lewis, Kyle Albrecht, and..."

March 1, 2024 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Crosstalk: Kelly Willis, Melissa Carper, and Brennen Leigh Are the Wonder Women of Country

Chalk breaks up, Big Sugar reemerges, Die Spitz shoots a music video

"...music video Friday, Feb. 23, at Hotel Vegas. Doors open at 5pm for the free show, which also features..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

The Austin Music Awards, a Black Rock Maverick, and More Crucial Concerts

Our recommended shows for the week ahead

"...with Magna Carda. Lani’s library performance is free and open to the public.   – Miranda Garza Bevis M...."

Feb. 23, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...other states, and A.G. Ken Paxton’s demands for medical records from out-of-state clinics providing minors gender-affirming care). As The..."

Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...Porcelain, who christen an eponymous debut LP, with alexalone opening.   – Raoul Hernandez Gabe Lee..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Pelvis Wrestley’s High-Concept Pop Mythology

Bandleader Jammy Violet embraces queer world-building on sophomore LP

"...of the Apocalypse – sees Violet embrace impermanence with open arms, putting the performer’s gift for queer world-building on..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

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

"...South by Southwest 2024's Film & TV Festival schedule..."

Feb. 7, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Terry Allen, ericdoa, and More Crucial Concerts

Essential Austin gigs in the coming week

"...on Dylan Brady of 100 gecs’ imprint, Dog Show Records.  – Rachel Rascoe Lord Friday the 13th..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Impeach Paxton Again?: Republican state Sen. Drew Springer voted..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature

Recommended Austin Events

Highlights for your week in music, arts, community, and more

"...major cultural arts org. Explore photographs, posters, and other records at the exhibit on view through July 2, and..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Column

Paper Cuts

New Austin music picks from francene rouelle, variety

"..."Paper Cuts" features new songs and music videos from..."

Jan. 26, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

The Debate Over How and Whether to Jail Kids in Austin Is Just Getting Started

Travis County proposes a new facility to hold kids accused of crimes

"...the District Attorney’s Office recently analyzed 10 years of records and found the most frequent offense was family violence...."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Paper Cuts: Alejandro Escovedo’s Deconstructed “Bury Me” and Five More Songs

New Austin music picks from Geranium Drive, Soupmakesitbetter

"...Piranha Records in Round Rock stocks an Alejandro Escovedo genesis point:..."

Jan. 12, 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

"...Carys Anderson Stalefish Album ReleaseHotel Vegas, Friday 12 Antone's Records, Tuesday 16..."

Jan. 12, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson

An Austin Music Poll FAQ: Attempting Answers on the 43-Year Tradition

Winner announcements move to print; the party moves to Antone’s

"...1981," with help from the folks at Inner Sanctum Records. This search resulted in a measly one-page listing of..."

Jan. 5, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

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.

"...As Snail Mail, guitar wunderkind Lindsey Jordan wowed Matador Records devotees with earnest love songs on her 2018 debut..."

Dec. 22, 2023 Music Column by Carys Anderson

The Ameripolitan Awards Return to Austin for Ceremony’s 10th Anniversary

Ray Benson, Augie Meyers, and Flaco Jiménez will be honored Feb. 18

"...Local country slinger Watson, who spoke openly against the COVID-19 vaccine in 2021, established the event..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Music Post by Carys Anderson

The Chronicle’s Favorite Austin Albums of 2023

Ten music writers reflect on the records they loved this year

"...Through our headphones, turntables, and car speakers, these are..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

The Pharcyde and Brownout’s Special Fest Collaboration and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Find Nineties alt-hip-hop pioneers and Caroline Rose at two separate benefits

"...proper release with her new Hibiscus EP on Spaceflight Records. Awash in dark dreams, the more personal new songs..."

Nov. 10, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10     NEXT ›    34 »