Jump On It Organizer NOOK Turner’s 30-Year Fight to Preserve Eastside Black Culture

Rapper / promoter / activist goes long on his annual “Black Culture 360” event

"...Colored opened a year later as Austin’s first public space for Black people. Dating back to 1930, Rosewood Park..."

May 30, 2025 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Plan Yourself a Hell of a Summer

Holy-moley, this is one smokin’ hot Summer Events Calendar

"...Founded by Aaron Franklin of Franklin BBQ, Mohawk owner James Moody, and Feast Portland’s Mike Thelin, Hot Luck Fest..."

May 16, 2025 Features Feature by Chronicle Staff

Fashion, Heritage, Ballet, Puns, and More Weekend Events

Arts and culture to fill your days

"...not worried about sweating through the couture.   – James Renovitch No Other Land..."

May 9, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Kingfish, Mavis Staples, Antone’s Allstars, and More Reviews From Austin Blues Festival 2025

Soul and jam sessions galore at Moody Amphitheater

"...mirror that of a seasoned blues guitarist, and his jam-packed, intercontinental performance schedule rivals that of a veteran tourer...."

May 2, 2025 Music Feature by The Music Team

Austin Yards Where Weird Finds a Home

Seven front lawns that push beyond garden gnomes

"...yards are hardly phenomena unique to Austin – the SPACES Archive maintains a map and catalog of art environments..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by Caroline Drew

Art Prom, Pup Crawl, Eeyore’s Birthday, and More Recommended Events

A smattering of ways to fill your weekend

"...Trish Fortuna (Poke Poke); Anna Tauzin (Sweet Treats Bakery); Jam Sanitchat (Thai Fresh); and Carol Huntsberger (Quality Seafood). Sippables..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Psych, Blues, and Conjunto Festivals Headline Our Crucial Concerts

This week's recommended live offerings

"...to the Chronicle, “Instead of being tied to one space, we can now activate locations that best serve each..."

April 25, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Besame Mucho Braves the Cold for a Vibrant Latin Music Celebration

Second annual music festival packs four-dozen acts into COTA

"...self-described “Zacatexan” singer’s witty remarks and banter filled the space in between a wide ranging setlist replete with a..."

April 7, 2025 Music Post by Catalina Perez

Muralist Mila Sketch Celebrates a Decade of Creativity in Austin

Innovative immigrant artist on her approach, future, and love affair with the city

"...“The city’s energy, diversity, and openness gave me the space to push my art further than I ever imagined...."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by Julie Royce

A “/TŌN/” Shift for Prizer Arts & Letters

Prizer director Jorge Sanhueza-Lyon and artist Dave McClinton discuss going nomadic with new art exhibit

"...studio Prizer Arts & Letters shuttered its longtime physical space on Cesar Chavez. Leaving brick-and-mortar behind was a “difficult..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Musician Panels, a Band of Horses Live Set, and More Reviews From Wednesday of SXSW

John Fogerty, Tom Morello, and Andrew McMahon get chatty

"...to the rhythm of looping guitar riffs, lead singer Benjamin Bridwell brought a refreshing and energetic stage presence that..."

March 13, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

SXSW Announces 2025 Film & TV Festival Award Winners

Good Boy’s Indy fetches “Howl of Fame” honors

"...Winner: Shuffle directed by Benjamin Flaherty..."

March 12, 2025 SXSW Post by Kimberley Jones

Day Trips & Beyond: March Events Roundup

March out there and celebrate spring

"...a free evening of video artwork inspired by the space and infrastructures along the waterway. March 29, Houston, www.buffalobayou.org/event/night-light-2025..."

Feb. 28, 2025 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

The Endless Soul Searching of Ageless Singer Tomar Williams

Tomar and the FCs frontman shares scores of stories ahead of the band's third album release

"...root music from Black American culture. Luxuriate in the space between notes, space within the groove, and space for..."

Feb. 28, 2025 Column by Raoul Hernandez

Metal, Hip-Hop, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

BodyRock ATX, Escuela Grind, Grace Bowers, and more

"...a Best of Austin Award. Hosted Saturday at Menchaca space Regal Rooms, this anniversary party taps DJs Kay Cali,..."

Feb. 21, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Mexic-Arte’s Mix ‘n’ Mash Exhibit Offers a Trip Down Memory Lane

Collaborative show highlights nostalgia and heritage

"...Looney Tunes T-shirts that Warner Bros. released to promote Space Jam...."

Feb. 14, 2025 Column by Miranda Garza

Valentine's and Beyond With This Weekend's Recommended Events

From dark stories to romantic dance

"...aloud. After they’ve said their piece, an open-mic poetry jam follows where wordsmiths of all levels may speak their..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Gus Baldwin, the Sketch, and a New Era of Old School

Genre-agnostic quartet debuts with classic rock energy and brassy punk politics

"...talking shit,” Gus Baldwin says, sitting in his house/practice space/rock & roll hall of fame on Hollywood Ave...."

Feb. 7, 2025 Music Feature by Kyra Bruce

A Celebration of Black Women, a Benefit for Palestine, and Other Crucial Concerts

Hans Zimmer, Superfónicos, Lola Tried, and more recommended shows

"...this party) is a genre tangle of retro pop space noir. Watching it synced up with live tunes from..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest

"...Duplass, who returns with his latest comedy, The Baltimorons. Benjamin Flaherty's Shuffle is one of several SXSW projects finished..."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Witness This Weekend's Recommended Arts and Culture Events

Sarah Silverman, 80s Night, sustainable sculpting, and more

"...y’all at the book group to discuss.   – James Scott Once Upon a Time in the West..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Golden Girls on Stage, Xmas Parties Galore, Satangeddon, and More Events

Your recommended arts events for the weekend

"...you know, for your pals and confidantes.   – James Scott Muppet Christmas Marathon..."

Dec. 13, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Live Music Recommendations for the Week

Shoegaze, hip-hop, jazz, and three days of Wilco

"...of Art), the bandleader’s keyboards and the sextet’s brass jam raise a Mardi Gras dander stretching from Professor Longhair..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Turkey Prep, Indigenous Films, and More Weekday Events

Events to attend before you're too stuffed to move

"...listener can daydream and ponder other possibilities.”   – James Scott Queer Jam House..."

Nov. 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Austin Studio Tour, Mighty Texas Dog Walk, and More Recommended Events

Things to keep you busy this weekend

"...well as horror high priestess Roxy Midnite.   – James Scott Pearls & Charcuterie: A Night of Jewelry Making..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Happy Halloween!

A scary Halloween to you and yours this howl-iday scream-son

"...Halloween Party, and much more awaiting y’all. Intersex Art Jam..."

Oct. 25, 2024 Column by James Scott

Austin’s Best Breweries of 2024, Power Ranked!

Welcome to Top of the Hops IX

"...Marble Falls’ Traveling Wilburys of Brewpubs. And because our jam is a solid pilsner, we always defer to Pistol..."

Oct. 17, 2024 Food Post by Eric Puga

“Here Comes the Pain”: Slipknot Invokes Catharsis En Masse

Iowa nü metal legends celebrate 25 years in ATX

"...There’s a pole smack in the front-middle of the space slightly obstructing your view of the low-standing stage. Playing..."

Sept. 21, 2024 Music Post by David Brendan Hall

Qmmunity: Queer Events for the Week

Still dreaming up a better column for this week, so here’s a buncha cool events instead

"...the mixer-maker’s first-ever LGBTQ-only event. The goal’s a safe space for mingling, with custom conversation cards and Jigsaw’s “signature..."

Aug. 30, 2024 Column by James Scott

The Off Beat: Inside Local Live Favorite Font’s First Studio Album

Austin post-punks talk recording Strange Burden

"...Talking Heads and Amy Winehouse would stretch into hours-long jam sessions. After relocating to Austin, the band’s current lineup..."

July 19, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

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