Genre-Hopping Hustler Quentin Arispe Wants to Be in Every Room

The Past Lives’ theatrical lead singer takes on a party girl role on new solo LP, As Above, So Below

"...Arispe’s late uncle owned the since-demolished Corpus recording studio Hacienda, and he allowed his nephew studio time in..."

Sept. 20, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

SaulPaul’s Newest Album Speak Hope, Sing Joy Is for Everyone

Grammy-nominated Austinite celebrates young “change makers”

"...incredible kids I’ve met.” The premise for his seventh studio album was the Be the Change Challenge tour, where..."

Aug. 19, 2024 Music Post by Jasmine Iman Wright

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...and silent auction; a scholarship fundraiser featuring Los Gatos 512; and not one, but TWO drag events. Malibu Imported..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Carnaval to Chili Cook-Off: This Week's Recommended Community Events

A kickoff for Black History Month, Mean Girls trivia, a farewell to boobies, and more

"...first 40 attendees landing adorable commemorative stickers by Mocheeky Studio.  – Rachel Rascoe Puro Pinche 956..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Transitioning to the Big Screen

For Qmmunity Editor James Scott’s birthday, and Transgender Awareness Week, five trans movie recommendations

"...Agenda, in partnership with Salvage Vanguard Theater for Austin Studio Tour, presents a variety show focused on "trans and..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Clowning Around

Queer embarrassment artist Andie Flores brings her show about "a clown idiot" to Crashbox

"...Tickets for To Get There... You Must Undergo... A..."

Nov. 10, 2023 Column by James Scott

Five Austin Studio Tour Shows

So many artists, so big a city, almost too much beauty and fun

"...The Austin Studio Tour, presented by the movers and shakers of Big..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin’s Best Breweries of 2023, Power-Ranked

Top of the Hops VIII, baby!

"...Brewing (15), Central District Brewing (20), Vacancy Brewing (23), (512) Brewing (24), Black Star Co-op (25)..."

Oct. 10, 2023 Food Post by Eric Puga

Qmmunity: Transing Pride

ATX Trans Pride puts the spotlight on the transgender community during Austin Pride

"...Party at the Peoples House Origin Studio House curates an experience of food, music, and culture..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Column by James Scott

Review: "De Tierra"

Exhibition unites two profound figurative sculptors, immigrants more than a century apart

"...Austin. Formosa, built in 1892, was the home and studio where Ney created her iconic figurative sculptures and held..."

July 28, 2023 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Review: Hyde Park Theatre’s Radio :30

Riveting revival of a dark comedy overcomes an outmoded script

"...Gavin Kenter’s lighting, which contains the character within subdued studio illumination when he’s recording the spot and casually chatting..."

July 11, 2023 Arts Post by Bob Abelman

Qmmunity: Quntry & Western

DJ Boi Orbison lassos queer country nostalgia with Neon Rainbows

"...the Vixens. Sundays, 1pm. Hotel Vegas, 1502 E. Sixth, 512/524-1584. instagram.com/vixensofvolstead...."

April 28, 2023 Column by James Scott

Review: Broadway in Austin’s Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations

Like any jukebox musical, it all comes down to the songs

"...dialogue and others occur in the guise of a studio recording session or a television broadcast. It all works...."

March 30, 2023 Arts Post by Bob Abelman

Five Arts Happenings off the Walls and in the Wild

Historical celebrations on your doorstep and road trips worth the drive

"...stained glass and 3D prints.Through April 162213 E. Cesar Chavez512/826-5334grayduckgallery.com San Marcos Studio Tour..."

March 31, 2023 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Women of Antone's, underground MCs, FuckEmos, and more recommended shows

"...emanating from both aforementioned cities while Saturday features an all-512 lineup. Friday, Naalah of SATX shines with unashamed confessions..."

March 24, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

Unofficial Parties & Free Shows to See During South by Southwest

The Chronicle’s recommended concerts for the coming week

"...Italian label Heavy Psych Sounds has eagerly waved the..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Qmmunity: The Art of Advocacy

Find a way to give your say at the Lege, plus a new drag queen portrait series

"...to Out Youth. Sun., March 5, 11am-3pm. Cute Nail Studio, 1211 E. Seventh. fb.com/eastsidepopup...."

March 3, 2023 Column by James Scott

Five Orchestral Performances to Get You Hooked on Classics

Expand your musical horizons with these really old-school grooves

"...25, 8pmLong Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside512/476-6064$47 and upaustinsymphony.org Serenata Gala: Springtime in Paris..."

Feb. 24, 2023 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Review: Austin Shakespeare's Sense and Sensibility

Putting the pedal to the metal bolsters Jane Austen's classic work

"...of a classic work. Austin Shakespeare's Sense and SensibilityRollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center, 701 W. Riverside, 512/474-5664..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A BLK REVOLUTION, Channel Tres, Smashing Pumpkins, the Austin Record Convention, and more local music related shows worth seeing

"...Begun in 1981, the ARC syncs up hundreds of..."

Sept. 30, 2022 Music Column by Christina Garcia

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Spray Paint, Heavy Meddo, Why Bonnie, Gypsy Mitchell, Black Midi, and more recommended live shows

"...flourishes. Why Bonnie's mini Texas tour begins in the 512 with fellow indie boppers Font and On Being an..."

Sept. 16, 2022 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

Five Hyperlocal Feats of Austin Artistry

They're created here, they're staged here, they're about here

"...An exhibition featuring seven studio art faculty members at Austin Community College who work..."

Sept. 9, 2022 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Five Local Arts Events Using the Human Form as Inspiration

Fascinations of the flesh, from portrait to burlesque

"...power.Thu.-Sat., Aug. 11-13, 8pm. The Vortex, 2307 Manor Rd., 512/478-5282. $15-37. vortexrep.org Artworks Gallery: In the Flesh..."

Aug. 12, 2022 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

What We're Listening to This Week

Otis Wilkins, Fuck Money, Cash Grab, Jake Lloyd, and more notable sounds

"...Wilkins recorded the song at Good Danny's studio in Lockhart with Taylor Turner on bass and Aric..."

Aug. 12, 2022 Music Column by Doug Freeman

DAWA Launches No-Cost Content Studio for BIPOC Creatives

Austin creatives and orgs can apply ahead of August opening

"...the launch of a new downtown podcasting and livestream studio...."

July 18, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Die Spitz, Red Axes, Fiddlehead, Albert Lee, Elsa Cross, and more recommended shows

"...Since Die Spitz's origins as a trio in 2020,..."

July 8, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Jack White Swings for the Fences at Austin Sandlot

Singer/guitarist/first baseman hits home run in post-arena show baseball game

"...When the Playboys relief pitcher, Long Time founder Jack..."

June 3, 2022 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Five Things to Keep Your Arts Account in the Black

From a fresh take on War of the Worlds to pushing back against censorship

"...28. Thu.-Sat., 8pm. Ground Floor Theatre, 979 Springdale #122, 512/840-1804. $20. groundfloortheatre.org. Read our review at austinchronicle.com/arts. KMFA: Lara..."

May 27, 2022 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Gus Baldwin & the Sketch, High Desert Queen, No Limit reunion, Beto y los Fairlanes, and more recommendations

"...GB&tS's monthlong residency concludes Wednesday with the cerebrum-scraping experimental..."

May 20, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Five Things in Austin Galleries You'll Want to Appreciate

From unique photography to craftily duplicate furniture, the most gorgeous items on display

"...cocktails. Sun., April 3, 4-7pm. 1205 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/434-9046. Free, but RSVP. joliesoiree.com Lydia Street Gallery: "Elemental Mind"..."

April 1, 2022 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

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