Anime, Activism, and Aerodynamics in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Arts and culture abound!

"...base MotherShip, a few gently testing the San Marcos city limits to include neighboring Lockhart. Friday’s free kickoff party..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Drag DJ, Ducks Ltd., and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

All kinds of sounds can be found around town

"...party back in February when she announced her latest spin as DJ Trixie in a YouTube GRWM vid. But..."

April 4, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Our Recommended Events Include Broods, Books, and Barking Buddies

The weekdays are filled with events worth leaving the house

"...Tuesday 1, Cap City Comedy..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...My War Plans: The Trump administration is continuing to spin the accidental release of top secret war plans to..."

March 28, 2025 News Feature

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, March 21-27

"...GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Spiders spin their webs with meticulous care, crafting structures that are..."

March 21, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

South by Southwest 2026 Reduces to Seven Days

Rolling format ends as fest adapts to life with no convention center

"...to Wednesday, March 18. Meanwhile SXSW EDU, the education-related spin-off, will run Monday, March 9 to Thursday, March 12...."

March 16, 2025 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

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

John Fogerty, Tom Morello, and Andrew McMahon get chatty

"...their love and gratitude for the people and the city of Austin. Revealing to fans that Band of Horses..."

March 13, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: We’re All in This Together

There’s lots to do in queer Austin even after the circus is out of town – and non-queer people can come, too!

"...expressed by some newer citizens that this is a city where there’s nothing to do. Look, maybe I’m biased..."

March 14, 2025 Column by James Scott

35 Recommended SXSW Music Acts

From rock to new age to Irish traditional, these are the incoming artists to see

"...in the vintage sounds of his native New York City, with last year’s head-turning debut LP Babe I Hear..."

March 7, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: Reckless Amusement

Have a big ol’ ball at these queer events, but don’t be a dick, okay?

"...Pacino flicks a cigarette into the wet New York City street! He’s going through a crisis about being into..."

Feb. 21, 2025 Column by James Scott

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

From dark stories to romantic dance

"...since the 17th century, the company puts a unique spin on things, touring only five actors who take on..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Restaurant Review: East Austin’s Loudmouth

A surprisingly sophisticated bar program and heavily topped pies await you at this pizzeria

"...at the bar and ordered a Spaghett, a tongue-in-cheek spin on the Aperol Spritz that replaces prosecco with Miller..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Qmmunity: Mama Duke Has Her Eyes Wide Open

The genre-hopping artist discusses her latest album, You Can Open Your Eyes Now

"...“marinated in while I was in London” – the city where she wrote a majority of You Can Open..."

Feb. 14, 2025 Column by James Scott

SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen

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

"...family heirloom. Her journey leads her to a dangerous city, where she must use the power of destiny and..."

Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Parton This Interruption

Qmmunity chats birthday girl Dolly Parton with Dolly of ATX, Brigitte Bandit

"...guys in town. Arby’s, aka Miche, hosts, DJ Xoy spins, and King Jason Taylor, Barry Mii Daddy, Wyatt Diamond,..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Column by James Scott

Nosferatu

A symphony of horrors is revived once more

"...domain, writer/director Eggers is free to give his own spin on Henrik Galeen’s original script. However, as the saying..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Little Women, Big Games, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Get in the spirit with these arts and cultural happenings

"...score and a modernized American setting for a new spin on The Nutcracker that’s become its own annual holiday..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Uncle Lucius, Norman BA$E, and More Holiday-Adjacent Live Shows

Crucial concerts for the week to keep you out and about

"...Shorter, Benny Golson, and Thelonious Monk her own distinctive spin. Torres – who splits her time between Austin and..."

Dec. 20, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Restaurant Review: High Style and Huge Flavor at OKO

Filipino restaurant makes for a great Austin date night

"...and trained at top fine-dining restaurants in New York City like Per Se and Aquavit. Villarosa’s menu reflects Filipino..."

Dec. 13, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Live Music Recommendations for the Week

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

"...principal Will Bridges at the third and final Austin City Limits 50th anniversary taping. Live music capitalist to his..."

Nov. 29, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

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

Things to keep you busy this weekend

"...body horror babies: Re-Animator and From Beyond. His first spin in the director’s chair, Society, portrays the elites –..."

Nov. 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Art on Waller Creek, Drag on Congress, and More Recommended Events

Step outside and appreciate some art

"...action, puppetry, and more. In this adaptation, New York City tourists – aka you – visit Central Park to..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Verde Report: Austin FC Determined to “Look Forward” Under New Coach Nico Estévez

That means absolutely no talk about the past, or even the immediate present

"...In a disgusting display of negative spin and, frankly, poor manners, the local media interrogated Estévez..."

Nov. 1, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Qmmunity: Rocky Horror at Harry’s

Director Cupcake talks putting on an all-drag production of Rocky Horror Picture Show

"...Queer-owned tattoo shop Burning Hands hits their second spin around the sun and they want to party with..."

Oct. 18, 2024 Column by James Scott

Turkey Day Drama, a Red Hot Patriot, and Scares for the Season in Our Recommended Events

I scream, you scream, we all scream for the weekend!

"...on a show that spanned six seasons and spawned spin-offs and adaptations around the globe. So get ripped, get..."

Oct. 11, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Strip Club: Spending Time With Gino, Tinos, and Lord Purrington at Plaza 183

Exploring the far northwest strip mall for good eats and more

"...Smash a burger after ditching your grandma? Get high, spin some pasta, then adopt a cat?..."

Sept. 20, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Let Us Help You Pick Out the Perfect Live Show This Week

Our writers pick the best live music for the week ahead

"...Set. To give that love right back to the city that birthed them, the band will perform Magic Hour...."

Sept. 20, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

Michael Corcoran Has Died and Austin’s Lost a Voice That Always Kept Things Interesting

Columnist, author, historian found dead at 68

"...for the Chronicle, then went on to write for Spin, Rolling Stone, National Lampoon, Dallas Morning News, and the..."

July 2, 2024 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Hot Summer Nights’ 2024 Lineup Has Arrived

Over 125 local acts play for free July 18-20

"...Sinsekt, Vanessa Burden, and Vee Vee are slated to spin, while pianist Kind Keith plays a jazz-soul blend...."

June 18, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Croy and the Boys, Warpaint, a Metal Fest, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week

"...Second-largest city after its country’s capital Stockholm, west coast seaport Gothenburg..."

May 24, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

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