What We're Listening to Right Now

Nakia, Sun June, Norman BA$E, Good Looks, 8½ Souvenirs, and more local sounds worth seeking out

"...years as it retains the French cinematic spirit of smoke plumes shrouding European cafes and speakeasies. Reunited with original..."

Jan. 28, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Stubborn With My Goals: Impassioned MC J Soulja Stays Focused on Creating Opportunities in Austin Rap

"There ain't no trophies for that kind of shit"

"...at Flamingo Cantina has been running since July. The Smoke Out, his main concert series that's become his signature..."

Jan. 21, 2022 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, January 14-20

"...otherwise had. Smoking is detrimental to health. Those who smoke in their twenties and thirties may cut ten years..."

Jan. 14, 2022 Column by Rob Brezsny

Storm Relief Org Puts Down Roots to Help Farms

Texas Farm Resilience Collaborative brings financial relief in wake of Winter Storm Uri damage

"...going to take that call because we're not blowing smoke."..."

Jan. 14, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Who Is Jhojan Valencia, Austin FC’s Latest Big-Money Signing?

And other Qs asked (and answered) about the 25-year-old midfielder

"...the news late Wednesday, firing off his signature “green smoke” tweet to signify the completion of a signing...."

Jan. 12, 2022 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Poupelle of Chimney Town

Charming enviro-metaphor anime appeals to the outsider kid in us all

"...sealed-off town. That would be the thick layer of smoke that covers the sky, and that smoggy shade is..."

Jan. 7, 2022 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

This Changes Everything: Austin Witnesses to Sex Pistols' Chaotic Randy's Rodeo Show Go Home and Start Bands

UK instigators blow the roof off San Antonio dance hall in Chapter 4, Part 2, of the “Austin Punk Chronicles”

"...in his radius from behind a cloud of marijuana smoke, commandeering the tour bus' stereo with his reggae cassettes...."

Jan. 7, 2022 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

Remembering Legendary Pitmaster John Mueller, 1969-2021

The brisket king was part of a Central Texas BBQ dynasty

"...helping out with the business, but even purchased his smoker when that venture closed, kicking off another barbecue legacy...."

Dec. 21, 2021 Food Post by Rod Machen

Silent Night

English nightmare comedy is as much Noël Coward as George A. Romero

"...The social satire dissolves into smoke as Silent Night adds a subtle political twist (although..."

Dec. 3, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Austin-Made Food Products to Satisfy Every Palate

Five savory and five sweet treats for the foodie on your gift list

"...no artificial flavorings; no water; none of that "liquid smoke" crap. "Just pure beef flavored with fresh ingredients that..."

Dec. 3, 2021 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Watch This: Me Nd Adam Go on a Weed Adventure in “I Only Feel Alive When I’m Stoned”

Depraved pop duo trips to glory at an Oklahoma casino

"...had little to do but sing and shiver and smoke. The inspiration for the video came later...."

Dec. 1, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

What We're Listening to Right Now

Aaron Stephens, Paul Cauthen, Drakulas, Glasshealer, Pretty Little Thieves, and more local sounds

"...Gimme the hook-forward songwriting of power-pop, but lemme smoke to it. Pretty Little Thieves loosen up garage rock..."

Nov. 26, 2021 Music Column by Clara Wang

A Brief History of Cannabis Legalization in Texas

High crimes and misdemeanors

"...excluded from it any hemp products meant to be smoked or vaped. A group of retailers, with industry support,..."

Nov. 12, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Delta-8 Retailers Scramble as Texas' Ban Heads to Court

Wild, wild weed

"...Cowan, the manager of ECIG 101, a vape and smoke shop on Anderson Lane, immediately directed his employees to..."

Nov. 5, 2021 News Feature by Morgan O’Hanlon

Yves Tumor and Its Band Invokes a Fever Dream on Devil’s Night

Dark experimental grandeur highlights Levitation’s Halloweekend

"...akin to a rock star of leather and lace, smoke plumes, and plush vice...."

Oct. 31, 2021 Music Post by Alejandra Ramirez

Post Animal Elevates Levitation Fest with a Psych-Punk Score

“In a world where rock is dead..." Post Animal returns to Austin

"...“lights festival,” but in November and with plums of smoke on a backdrop of alt-rock shoegaze...."

Oct. 29, 2021 Music Post by Mars Salazar

Delta-8 v. Texas: The Court Challenges Begin

State's sudden Delta-8 ban faces legal challenges

"...request was made this week by the Vape City smoke shop chain, based in Houston, and CEO Kemal Whyte..."

Oct. 29, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Luv Doc: Blowing Smoke

Telling the truth is easy. Lying is a lot more work.

"...dude named Cletus or Donny who was always blowing smoke up everyone's ass. By the way, while the preceding..."

Oct. 22, 2021 Column by The Luv Doc

Medieval Times: Being Dead in an Era of Cruelty and Despair

The story of a real band and a fake band in two acts

"..."Yeah," says Dosier, lighting a smoke. "She's my protector."..."

Oct. 22, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Buffalo Nichols Album Review

Buffalo Nichols (Fat Possum)

"...city, the player lets his modern blues simmer and smoke, avoiding pyrotechnic blister. Somber and guarded, opener "Lost &..."

Oct. 22, 2021 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Hot Luck Festival Returns in 2022

Live music and live-fire dining will bring the spring to a tuneful blaze

"...Proceeds from the fest go to benefit the Southern Smoke foundation...."

Oct. 19, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Blue Öyster Cult, Mannequin Pussy, Guthrie Girls, and more shows to see

"...of shiny doo-dads, and an eternal puff of cannabis smoke – Flamingo Cantina was his spot. The Austin reggae..."

Oct. 8, 2021 Music Column by Carys Anderson

ACL’s Hardest Decision: St. Vincent or Erykah Badu – Reviewed Side-by-Side

A novel persona and a paragon of realness in clashing set times

"...In the former, like huffing a plume of cigar smoke, she drags her words, teasing her tongue and cheek..."

Oct. 4, 2021 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Polo G Lasts Just 25 Minutes at ACL Fest

Short, disappointing, out-of-breath showing turns into Top 40 DJ set

"...Proceedings ended with "Who I Smoke," an utterly savage viral diss track featuring multiple Jacksonville..."

Oct. 4, 2021 Music Post by Derek Udensi

Fantastic Fest Review: Silent Night

Social satire takes a surprising and bleak turn

"...The social satire dissolves into smoke as Silent Night adds a subtle political twist (although..."

Sept. 30, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Restaurant Weeks, Triumphant Tiki Freaks, Yellowbird's Milton Speaks, Mind the Top Chef Peeks

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...of course, and this weekend’s Oktoberfest Board – with smoked pork belly, housemade sausages, caraway kraut, beer-and-onion gravy, Hill..."

Sept. 22, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Impalers Deliver 20 Minutes of Mayhem at Rare Show

Friday’s parking lot concert was the best live punk we’ve seen all year

"...detonation, punching at the sky and standing in the smoke...."

Sept. 13, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Leon Bridges Shines Through Gold-Diggers Sound at Stubb’s

Fort Worth singer basks Austin in emotive soul

"...thousand wedding dances. The air smells of cedar wood smoke rather than weed, and a Gen X man with..."

Sept. 13, 2021 Music Post by Clara Wang

Kacey Musgraves interprets heartbreak as chaotic, glamorous fever dream with star-crossed

One-time Austinite takes control of her own story in film debut

"...dagger and turns it on herself, Venora exhales cigarette smoke: “Mm, that’s a shame,” she says, pushing her cherry..."

Sept. 10, 2021 Music Post by Abby Johnston

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Paul Cauthen, Bun B, Diplo, Vrywvy, and more recommended shows

"...time of food, music, and graffiti. Along with Rollin Smoke BBQ and Diablos' Cookers, Bun's Trill Burger pop-up hits..."

Sept. 3, 2021 Music Column by Abby Johnston

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