Record reviews 8/2/96

"...a gray city of backlit, rainy streets where buses splash huge puddles of rainwater on your best suit, making..."

Aug. 2, 1996 Music Review

Booze News & Views

Just a wee dram of What's Happening as March marches in …

"...Of course, when we think of those Garrisons, we..."

March 1, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Bread and Oil: The Basics are Best for a Better New Year

Atoria’s and Oleamea are a tasty foundation of savory joy

"...of the best from Austin’s excellent Con’ Olio, these days we’re most often dipping our bread in Oleamea Extra..."

Jan. 8, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin Reopens Some Public Services and Private Businesses

Here's what you need to know before you head out

"...those that open will do so for only four days a week, to allow for extensive pool cleaning. Visitors..."

May 30, 2020 News Post by Clara Ence Morse

Where to Find Meal Services During Austin's School Closures

School districts distributing free meals for students, parents

"...map lists the facilities address, as well as the days and times meals will be served...."

March 21, 2020 News Post by Beth Sullivan

50+ Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Want a bite close to the action? We've got you covered for any mood, group, or time of day.

"...house-made dumplings flow daily, with dim sum served on Sundays...."

March 13, 2020 Food Feature by Zelly Martin

The Origins of Austin Punk in the Aftermath of the 13th Floor Elevators

Roky Erickson hurtles toward Doug Sahm in Chapter 1, Part 1 of the Austin Punk Chronicles

"...hipster hippies revive Woodstock dances learned from YouTube, while "Splash One" emanates Zen waves. Initially, Erickson's voice runs rough,..."

Aug. 2, 2019 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

Soccer Watch

"...Austin FC made a splash on Tuesday, announcing the hiring of Josh Wolff as..."

July 26, 2019 Sports Column by Nick Barbaro

In Production: Something Evil at Brackenridge Hospital

Wrestler-turned-actor Dustin Runnels getting bloody for Scare Package

"...letterman jacket, with his hands in chains and a splash of gore and grue across his fingers, Runnels fits..."

Sept. 28, 2018 Screens Column by Richard Whittaker

Texas Book Festival 2018: The Full List

Lineup includes Cecile Richards, Julián Castro, + 280 more

"...Twinkle, With Love Ransom Riggs – A Map of Days (Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children #4) Erika L. Sánchez –..."

Aug. 29, 2018 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Gay Place

Long live the long weekend

"...Adulting is hard. Gone are the days of summer vacation (for most of us, anyway). Instead,..."

May 25, 2018 Column by Sarah Marloff

In Memoriam: Ken Johnson

Remembering the versatile theatre artist, who died March 2

"...30 years old, but he immediately made a big splash here. He was hired by Austin Civic Theatre to..."

March 8, 2018 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Playback: Hot Shivers

New Whiskey Shivers, Butthole Surfers, Casualties, murals, and takes on American literary classics

"...That's not the local quintet's only splash, either. They've landed significant roles in the third installment..."

July 21, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

11 Local Substitutes to Beer and Wine

A list of our favorite ale alternatives

"...meh or that beer is blasé, but the long days ahead are too long and hot for our usual..."

July 21, 2017 Food Feature by Adrienne Whitehorse

Gay Place

Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer

"...It's Memorial Day weekend, and aside from much-needed extra days off, it means summer kicks off at approximately ......"

May 26, 2017 Column by Sarah Marloff

Playback: Starf**king SXSW

SXSW’s bubble burst? Sure, okay – if you say so. Leave the starfucking to us, then.

"...themselves with a visiting celebrity in the last five days, Science Guy to Gucci Mane. Old news, really: Locals..."

March 17, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

A Guide to Austin Ramen

Local chefs look to give the dish the respect it deserves

"...Not long after Ramen Tatsu-Ya made a splash in Austin, Kayo Asazu decided to open Daruma Ramen...."

Feb. 17, 2017 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

Gay Place

Saturday marks Austin's seventh annual Queerbomb, a free, all ages, all inclusive queer celebration

"...strength training-meets-boot camp-style class developed for Austin's trans community. Thursdays, 7:15pm. Transform, 1909 Wheless, 512/923-5859. $15. www.transformfitnessaustin.com...."

June 3, 2016 Column by Sarah Marloff

Gay Place: The Deep South

Take that as you will ...

"...in the dark, featuring over 70 films in four days. Check the link for the full lineup. Thu.-Sun., Sept...."

Sept. 11, 2015 Column

Public Notice: On the Waterfront

The latest MoPac expansion plan is only part of the problem

"...further notice, and a long schedule of rotating closure days. See a link to pool and splash pad schedules,..."

May 8, 2015 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Gay Place: Cheeky

This is the week to dance cheek to cheek

"...Texas' Largest Gay Beach Party: Splash-SPI Head to the (almost) border for Texas' annual big..."

April 24, 2015 Column by Kate X Messer

Gay Place: ConfessBunny

Spring brings new queer cheer

"...Hour OK, Ethel Merman, here's your lucky break. Third Thursdays, 5-9pm. Rain on 4th, 217 W. Fourth. Free. www.fb.com/rainon4th...."

March 27, 2015 Column by Kate X Messer

Wednesday Picks & Sleepers

First night SXSW Music recommendations and hints

"...majestic prog-pop fell off the radar following the major-label splash of their fourth LP, 2005's And the Glass-Handed Kites...."

March 20, 2015 Music Feature

Counter Cafe East

A solid performance

"...efficiently and tables turning in a timely manner. Weekend days here are by far the busiest, and partner Doug..."

Feb. 27, 2015 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Summer Fun: Into the Mystic of High Road Pool

Plunging back in time with my iPod

"...Wednesdays are burger night at the High Road. Big family..."

May 13, 2014 Music Post by William Harries Graham

Friday Picks & Sleepers

TGIFriday of SXSW, blurb by blurb

"...you'll do. Watch out pop tarts. One of these days Little Boots is gonna walk all over you. Rob..."

March 14, 2014 Music Feature

SXSW Comedy 2014 Picks

"...official parties, and 60-plus performers squeezed into its eight days, March 8-15...."

March 7, 2014 Arts Feature by Russ Espinoza

And All the Country Wept With a Loud Voice

Second-place winner

"...for herself and a bourbon on ice with a splash of water for me. I know that either Darcy..."

Feb. 28, 2014 Books Feature by Greg Koehler

Hornography

"...No. 10 Oregon (10-2) on Dec. 30, which, these days, just ain't gonna be good enough...."

Dec. 13, 2013 Sports Column by Russ Espinoza

DVDanger: 'Byzantium,' 'Kiss of the Damned,' 'Nosferatu,' 'Aeon: The Last Vampyre on Earth'

Time for a real vampire weekend

"...the film's sometimes campy form to throw in a splash of politics and class consciousness...."

Nov. 17, 2013 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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