Checking In: Sweet Spirit Alights to Trinidad

Austin glam rockers’ third LP casts a deep digi/Tropi spell

"...work to prepare for the busy first half of 2020, which included two album releases (Heart Bones, Sweet Spirit),..."

May 27, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

In Lawrence Wright's Novel, an Imagined Pandemic That's Frighteningly Real

If disease-ravaged world of The End of October feels like our own, that’s because the author did his research rigorously

"...was spreading in the U.S. Were you concerned that SXSW could be the same kind of global dispersant for..."

May 1, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Faster Than Sound: Pure X Reconciles With Austin

Local rock group returns after six years, Gold Rush Vinyl checks in, and Threadgill’s closes permanently.

"...Around the cancellation of SXSW during the first week of March, Austin’s only major..."

April 24, 2020 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Checking In: The Well’s Ian Graham Skateboards Through the Storm

“Only time we leave is to visit the store and we wear a mask and gloves”

"...worse lead up to this break. All of our SXSW shows were, of course, canceled days after that...."

April 13, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Checking In: Carrie Rodriguez Passes a Few Precious Days

“The lyrics for Kurt Weill’s ‘September Song’ I quoted should be: ...”

"...First, when SXSW was canceled, Texas Monthly very wisely decided to turn..."

April 7, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

People Experiencing Homelessness Brace for More Changes in Support Systems

Where are they supposed to go?

"...likely in the thousands, although the results from the 2020 Point in Time Count have not yet been released..."

March 20, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

From Dirty Sixth to the Texas Film Awards

Whether it's Barbie commercials or Booksmart, Kaitlyn Dever is a true rising star

"...the premiere of her movie Short Term 12 at SXSW. She and co-star Brie Larson attempt an age-old trick..."

March 6, 2020 Screens Feature by Shalavé Cawley

The Stars at Night Are Big and Bright at the Texas Film Awards

Ceremony celebrates Shelley Duvall, Erykah Badu, and Kaitlyn Dever while raising funds for filmmakers

"...special ceremony on Thursday, March 12 (the night before SXSW, when the film world's eyes are on Austin already),..."

March 6, 2020 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Booksmart's Kaitlyn Dever for Texas Film Awards

Parker Posey to MC, Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas performing

"...star-studded ceremony on March 12 – the night before SXSW begins – in the newly renovated Stage 7 at..."

Feb. 4, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

How the Red River Cultural District Was Made

Decades of off-kilter activity and music activism culminate in our current concert hub

"...Stubb's principal Charles Attal, Mohawk owner James Moody, and SXSW CEO Roland Swenson, all of whom helped launch the..."

Jan. 31, 2020 Features Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Faster Than Sound – Sex Bomb to Sister Ray: Recapping Levitation’s Second Downtown Go-Round

Scenes from Austin’s marquee independent music fest

"...Twitter: "Running into so many old friends. Feels like SXSW did in 1996."..."

Nov. 15, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Jada Yuan’s Guide to Traveling, Journalism

SXSW Recap: Always In Motion: 1 Woman, 12 Months, 52 Places

"...Los Angeles Times' Mark Olsen Tuesday, March 12, at SXSW, was the NYT’s guinea pig. The decision to send..."

March 12, 2019 News Post by Sarah Marloff

Public Notice: Bridges From the Past to the Future

Take a walk along the historic bridges of Shoal Creek

"...finalists this Saturday at South by Southwest, and a SXSW Interactive session the next day, Beyond Traffic: The Emer­gence..."

March 11, 2016 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Council: Can You Uber to Your Short-Term Rental?

Ride-for-hire regulations reach the dais

"...and a "phase-out" of all Type 2 STRs by 2020. How avid the council opposition is remains unclear –..."

Dec. 18, 2015 News Feature by Michael King

Waterloo Records Owner John Kunz Saves His 42-Year-Old Baby – By Selling It

With new partners in tow, the pioneering record store moves up Lamar

"...“That was supposed to have closed March 31, 2020.”..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

St. Cecilia Soda Company Pays Sparkling (Water) Tribute to Austin’s Music Scene

Two service industry veterans join the women-owned beverage company swell

"...the global pandemic halted their jobs. During a spring 2020 road trip to Zion National Park, children in tow,..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Austin Film Society Announces 2024 Feature Grant Recipients

Local filmmakers feature heavily among 18 selected projects

"...However, the program isn't just for films currently in..."

Sept. 13, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Horror Film Festival Announces First Titles

Local filmmakers, familiar faces at celebration of screams

"...As with all good Austin film festivals, the debut..."

Sept. 5, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Queens, Kings, and More Events to Help You Celebrate This Weekend

Movies, theatre, classes, dancing, and more reasons to get out

"...the fourth row at the Paramount Theatre for the SXSW premiere of the 2019 remake of this film I..."

June 14, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Can the Austin Airport Speed Up Its Sorely Needed Expansion?

Explosive growth and understaffing lead to long lines and near-misses

"...largest cities in the U.S. (Now we’re 11th.) From 2020 to 2022, the Austin metro area, including Georgetown and..."

May 24, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Courtney Barnett, Kurt Vile, Lido Pimienta, and More Austin Psych Fest Reviews

Dispatches from three days at the Far Out Lounge

"...The alt-rock artist Sabrina Teitelbaum, aka Blondshell, has had..."

April 29, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Movies, Comedy, Books, and More Recommended Arts Events

Find an art that fits your tastes

"...In 2020, film critic Richard Whittaker called indie sci-fi period piece..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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

Plan your week in music

"...their euphoric glitchcore to Austin after last spring’s electrifying SXSW sets, while atlgrandma supplies tongue-in-cheek digital pop.   –..."

March 1, 2024 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Less Talkin’, More Rockin’: The Austin Music Awards Touch Down at Antone’s

Jim Franklin, Rosa Madriz, Cherubs honored at 42nd Chronicle show

"...Accepting the award, Whitley thanked Coffey – who rehearsed..."

Feb. 26, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...national status – international cred secured long ago by SXSW – its cultural history suddenly churns into visions of..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Austin Filmmaker Brings Her Rap Drama Back Home

Katherine Propper finds family in Lost Soulz at Sound Unseen Film + Music Festival

"...Katherine Propper understands what it is to be young..."

Dec. 1, 2023 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Alex Maas’ Captivating 13th Floor Lineup and More Crucial Concerts This Week

From sunn O))) to Carolyn Wonderland, Shelley King, Marcia Ball’s holiday show

"...you, but a Maas show sits with you. His 2020 debut, Luca, was described by the Chronicle as a..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

17 Texas Artists to See at ACL Fest

Lone Star acts to catch at Zilker, from Houston breakout d4vd to Austin’s Die Spitz

"...In June 2020, one month before ACL Fest canceled the annual music..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Music Feature by Nayeli Portillo

The Riverboat Gamblers' Something to Crow About Turns 20

The album that made Austin's apex punks earns anniversary vinyl remaster

"..."Top 5 bands to break out at this year's SXSW" in 2006. [inset-1-left]..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

Tribeca Film Review: Let the Canary Sing

Cyndi Lauper doc travels the long path to becoming herself

"...careers in The Go-Gos, History of the Eagles, and 2020 SXSW selection and scene history Laurel Canyon: A Place..."

July 1, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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