We Have an Issue: Under Construction

Time to roll up the sleeves and start rebuilding our democracy

"...that anticipated Trump and his faithfuls' apparent determination to reduce America to rubble...."

Jan. 15, 2021 Column by Kimberley Jones

The Highwaymen

"...Young? Classicists José Carreras, Plácido Domingo, and Luciano Pavarotti soared opera to the top of the pops globally, while..."

June 10, 2016 Music Review by Raoul Hernandez

Frank

Artisan sausage debuts in Austin, all wrapped up in bacon

"...consider pork my favorite meat, with charcuterie as my preferred vehicle of delivery. So imagine my glee upon discovering..."

Nov. 6, 2009 Food Review by Claudia Alarcón

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...building site where the value of land is virtually measured in square inches. But P.J. Clarke's was left virtually..."

July 28, 2006 Column

The Cult of Ray

Ray Benson steps out from behind the Wheel.

"...and new Austin, and far more accessible than the Red Headed Stranger ever was. The consummate glad-hander and back-slapper...."

July 18, 2003 Music Feature by Joe Nick Patoski

Almost Willie

On the Road Again with the King of the RV Parks.

"...evening's entertainment. "He's shorter than the real one," a champagne-haired woman whispers loudly to her husband. The husband nods...."

Feb. 9, 2001 Music Feature by Melissa Sattley

Steven Fromholz

"...on Austin's "outlaw country" scene, The Improbable Rise of Redneck Rock. Then only 28, Fromholz seemed to fancy himself..."

Sept. 11, 1998 Music Feature by Lee Nichols

Live Shots

"...didn't mosh at Whitesnake shows; but up on stage, big-haired, leather-clad icons spewing sexuality have given way to unshowered..."

July 12, 1996 Music Feature

CupcakKe Keeps Austin Pride Going, and the Crowd Moaning, at Sold-Out Antone’s Set

Texas openers Lynn, Shirt Off Fe, and Ladi Earth upped the energy

"...after headlining Austin Pride last August, the Chicago-born rapper offered an impactful, yet short, 34-minute set. The sold-out evening..."

Aug. 17, 2023 Music Post by Adam Cherian

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...this day. His settlement Luck, built for 1986 film Red Headed Stranger, now hosts “Swamp Poppa” Tommy McLain and..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Austin Photo Ops

Visiting Austin? You're going to want to take some pictures.

"...fire from the observation deck in what is now considered the first mass school shooting...."

Dec. 26, 2016 Chronolog Post by Kimberley Jones

On the Bus Again

On the eve of turning 80, Willie Nelson's still calling the tune

"...When I last encountered Willie Nelson for this paper (see "Twisted Williemania," Feb...."

April 12, 2013 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

Playback: Fit To Perform

Divine Fits debut at Beerland, Willie hops the Railroad, and Ume gets a call from Perry Farrell.

"...Chronicle scribe Chase Hoffberger, spark plug singer Liz Herrera pondered the upcoming tour. "I'm just glad I don't have..."

Aug. 3, 2012 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Off the Record

Roscoe Beck helps bring the Tower of Song to Austin, and wine-tasting with Maynard James Keenan

"...tribute to the Canadian poet, Famous Blue Raincoat, which featured Stevie Ray Vaughan on "First We Take Manhattan," Beck..."

April 3, 2009 Music Column by Austin Powell

Off the Record

Commemorating the 95th birthday of Pinetop Perkins one year at a time, exploring Willie's Place at Carl's Corner, and a pregame pep talk with Paul Wall

"...the set of Deadwood, except everything's branded by the Red Headed Stranger. The newly renovated, 30,000-square-foot truck stop houses..."

July 4, 2008 Music Column by Austin Powell

Off the Record

The battle for Townes Van Zandt's legacy wages on, Willie and the Doggfather get Half Baked in Amsterdam, and Pinetop Perkins gets his mojo working

"...brother, Harold Eggers, TVZ's longtime road manager, who documented hundreds of live performances over a period of two decades...."

April 25, 2008 Music Column by Austin Powell

Oye Como Va

This trio of brothers from San Angelo aren't gonna be lonely for long.

"...inches tall, Ringo is a fireplug of a man, anchored by muscular, heavily tattooed drummer's biceps. With a black..."

Aug. 1, 2003 Music Feature by Melanie Haupt

Dancing About Architecture

The rain couldn't stop the flood of Austin's outdoor music shows last weekend.

"...Gimble honorarium at the Paramount on Saturday, but the Red Headed Stranger never made it. Wheelchair-bound Don Walser did..."

April 12, 2002 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Dancing About Architecture

The Weak in Rock

"...the cards for the Texas Tornados? Such has been rumored before, and currently it looks like Freddy Fender will..."

July 23, 1999 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Record Reviews

"...Every Morning," "Parole Board," and "Semi-Crazy" with scratch basso Red Simpson, are destined to become old country favorites by..."

July 5, 1996 Music Review

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A DAWA benefit, A Giant Dog album release, and a country showcase headline our recommended Austin shows

"...Inspired by Latin Grammy-winning trumpeter Spencer Ludwig, who started hosting..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Music Column by Adam Cherian

Willie Nelson’s 90th Birthday Tribute Convenes Keith Richards, Snoop Dogg, Norah Jones, and More at the Hollywood Bowl

Two-night song extravaganza pulled stars from across generations

"...Most delivered songs from Nelson’s extensive catalog with a few notable..."

May 1, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

What We’re Listening to This Week

Charley Crockett, Flora & Fawna, the Black Angels, and more

"...A colleague of mine found Willie Nelson's Red Headed Stranger at the Austin Record Convention this month,..."

Oct. 14, 2022 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

In a Global Crisis, Luck Presents Writes a New Concert Promotions Standard

With a little luck, Ellee Fletcher Durniak and Matt Bizer thrive at improvising impossible situations

"..."Support poured in immediately, and looking back, we're even more grateful..."

April 16, 2021 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Faster Than Sound: Girls Like Us Occupy Hotel Free TV

P1nkstar celebrates trans Texan artists on Hotel Vegas' virtual platform and Music Lab closes final location to make way for Tesla

"...and Jordan Kovach. The refreshing take on concert streams featured local acts including Tameca Jones, Pleasure Venom, Nevil, and..."

Jan. 22, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...conducting its 2021 in-person Point in Time Count of unsheltered individuals experiencing homelessness due to safety concerns over COVID-19...."

Jan. 15, 2021 News Feature

Willie Nelson to Deliver SXSW Online Conference Keynote

Shotgun Willie brings a few hundred friends to the virtual stage

"...The Red Headed Stranger is usually pretty busy during South By,..."

Jan. 13, 2021 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Willie Nelson’s Luck Ranch Partners with Austin’s Regenerative Ag Experts TerraPurezza

The new farm plans include Texas sunflowers and hungry pigs

"...Built in 1985 as the backdrop for the film Red Headed Stranger, Luck is an old west town located..."

July 21, 2020 Food Post by Lina Fisher

Willie’s Birthday Gift to You: 1976 ACL Taping Hits YouTube at 4:20 Today

Live in-studio capture of Red Headed Stranger front-to-back

"...of country music’s Texan sage may find themselves understandably bored. His camp throws us stay-at-homers a bone with the..."

April 29, 2020 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

The Forgotten Era of Glitter Rock in Mid-70s Austin

The Austin Punk Chronicles, chapter two, part one: glam rock (1972-76)

"...peak, but '75 was the year Willie Nelson did Red Headed Stranger. Until then, he was big in Texas,..."

Jan. 17, 2020 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

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