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Teezo Touchdown, Arny Margret, and More Reviews From Tuesday of SXSW
Standout sets to kick off the big music week
"...it’s now staged at “the Downright,” which is the Sheraton Hotel mid-rebranding. When I got in, Sub Pop-signed Aussie..."

March 13, 2024 Music Post by Derek Udensi

The Off Beat: The Four Horsemen of the SXSW Music-pocalypse
Trying on four local personifications of fest success
"...Did you hear that? As globe-trotting suits confirm their hotel reservations, Austin’s most music-loving, hard-partying locals let out a..."

March 8, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

Your Field Guide to 80 Essential Acts at SXSW Music
Highlighting the best and buzziest at this year's Festival
"...Sat 18, 9pm, Sheraton Backyard Fresh off a performance at ACL Fest and..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest
The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week
"...beads!  – Raoul Hernandez Fiesta Destructo Sat 18, 1pm, Hotel Vegas Free..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Your Field Guide to the 101 Essential Acts at SXSW
Scroll eternal through the best and buzziest artists at the fest
"...Thu 17, 1am, Hotel Vegas..."

March 11, 2022 Music Feature by The Chronicle Music Staff

12 Can't-Miss Austin Bands at SXSW
Hip-hop, roots rock, pop, shoegaze, and more to keep your ears ringing
"...SXSW showcase:Sat. 16, Hotel Vegas @ Volstead, 12:15am Blackillac..."

March 7, 2019 Music Post by The Music Staff

The Past, Present, and Future of Waller and Shoal Creeks
Finally doing right by Austin's waterways
"...of Waller (under the Austin Water headquarters, past the Sheraton that used to be a Marriott) that's long been..."

Nov. 30, 2018 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Texas Tiki Week Returns With an All-Star Cast and Tropical Spirit
The annual event is back with the best bits of tiki craft and history
"...be on a cruise ship or at a generic hotel bar than at a thoughtful drinking establishment. Nevertheless, throughout..."

Sept. 7, 2018 Food Feature by Tom Thornton

99 Luftballons (International Acts at SXSW Music)
South by Southwest by way of Sudan, Scotland, Colombia, and more
"...Thu. 15, Hotel Vegas at Volstead, 9pm Combine a drum machine, synthesizer,..."

March 16, 2018 Music Feature

99 Austin Acts at SXSW Music
Support the home team!
"...Fri. 16, Hotel Vegas Annex, 8:55pm Frank Smith and Grape St. alum..."

March 16, 2018 Music Feature

Playback: The Westin Sues the Nook Over Sound
And “Playback” votes in the Austin Music Poll
"...the nightlife demographic channeled its ire digitally, bombarding the hotel's Facebook page with one-star reviews. One clever hacker changed..."

Jan. 6, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Public Notice: The Dog That Didn't Bark
Will property taxes in Texas ever make sense?
"...Waste" is a three-day workshop coming to the Downtown Sheraton Hotel June 17-19 – aimed at Austin business managers,..."

June 5, 2015 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Sonobeat Records
Late-Sixties local label Sonobeat – the missing link between the Vulcan Gas Company and Stubb's?
"...of a broad spectrum of music from jazz and hotel music to club house bands...."

Feb. 7, 2014 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

SXSW Interactive Announces First Wave
More than 500 sessions are already on the docket
"...already started trickling in: Buy your pass! Book your hotel! And now, here comes the first wave of programming...."

Oct. 14, 2013 SXSW Post by Monica Riese

Fire at the Sheraton Downtown (Updated)
Austin Fire Department is on the scene
"...on the scene of a two-alarm fire at the Sheraton Hotel (701 E. 11th)...."

March 10, 2013 SXSW Post by Monica Riese

Gay Place
Holigays are upon us, people. Have you mapped out your calendar?
"...1-4pm; Holiday Window Walk, 4-6pm. Trace at the W Hotel, 200 Lavaca. $25. www.logcabinaustin.kintera.org/holidayparty2012...."

Dec. 14, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

Gay Place: SEASONAL GAYFECTIVE DISORDER
On our gaydar for our pre-holiday ho-ho's
"...awards ceremony and holiday jam. Thu., Dec. 20, 5:45-9pm. Sheraton Hotel at the Capitol, 701 E. 11th. $35 for..."

Dec. 7, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

Gay Place
What else is happening during the rest of Pride Week?
"...exciting possible new chapter for entrepreneurs. Thu., Sept. 20. Sheraton Austin Hotel at the Capitol, 701 E. 11th, 478-1111,..."

Sept. 21, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

Gay Place: Austin Pride Parade
A look back at the 2009 Pride Parade as we prepare for 2012
"...ones and the black ones). Third Mondays. 7-9pm. Renaissance Hotel, 9721 Arboretum Blvd., 343-2626. Free. www.capitalcityqsocials.com...."

Sept. 14, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

Air
Soar to new summer heights in rooms with views, ziplines, spavelous experiences, and more.

May 25, 2012 Features Feature

Gay Place
Come peer through our rainbow-tinted glasses at this week's doin's
"...Sat., April 21, 5:30pm VIP party; 7:30pm performance. Hilton Hotel, 500 E. Fourth, 476-0594 x260. $300. www.zachtheatre.org...."

April 20, 2012 Column by Kate X Messer

Interactive Introduction
All the info you need to follow our SXSW coverage, a list of the SXSW 2012 Interactive campuses, and how to Aurasma-fy our cover.
"...the service is free for all badgeholders. AT&T Conference Hotel..."

March 2, 2012 Screens Feature

After a Fashion
Fish tickle Your Style Avatar as he does math and learns about paying it forward
"...fabulous Merry Merry Martini Mixer takes place at the Sheraton Austin Hotel at the Capitol Saturday, Jan. 29, 8-11pm;..."

Jan. 21, 2011 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Res Publica
Citizens' calendar, Dec. 2-8
"...BANQUET honors this year's Austin NAACP award recipients. 6:30pm. Sheraton Hotel, 701 E. 11th, 476-6230. www.naacpaustin.org...."

Dec. 3, 2010 News Feature

Event Menu
This week, Austin foodies tailgate, tango, and do their best Elvis impersonations
"...the annual South Central Regional Barista Championship at the Sheraton Austin (701 E. 11th). Winning regional baristas go on..."

Jan. 8, 2010 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Res Publica
Matters of the public, Dec. 11-17
"...businesses are welcome to join in the fun. 7pm. Sheraton Hotel, 701 E. 11th. $50 ($45, members). www.aglcc.org...."

Dec. 12, 2008 News Feature

Astonishingly Easy Access to Agents and Editors
You better shop around
"...attend the conference, which runs June 20-22 at the Sheraton Austin Hotel (701 E. 11th St.). Registration's a bit..."

June 10, 2008 Books Post by Kimberley Jones

Day Trips
'Historic Hotels of Texas' is as much a history book as it is a traveler's guide
"...Historic Hotels of Texas is as much a history book as..."

Dec. 7, 2007 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Event Menu
Nov. 1-8
"...'07 Conference (www.americangrassfed.org) is the RAFT Picnic at the Sheraton Austin Hotel (701 E. 11th). RAFT stands for Renewing..."

Nov. 2, 2007 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Happenings
May 10-16
"...been successful in working with low-income, minority students. 7-11pm. Sheraton Hotel, 701 E. 11th, 468-6654. $25. austin.nhpo.us...."

May 11, 2007 News Feature

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