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April 17, 1998 Music Feature
Much Ado About ACAC
"...so that ACAC can claim some of the best Tejano programming around, with the most extensive coverage of the..."
March 6, 1998 Screens Column by Margaret Moser
Postmarks
The Executioner
"...one of the best song stylists and entertainers in Tejano music. He is someone who truly hasn't forgotten his..."
Feb. 13, 1998 Column
Postmarks
Red & Yella Hurt a Fella
"...attention to this type of music and culture. If Tejano is so great, shouldn't it gain popularity on its..."
May 2, 1997 Column
Place 5 Endorsements
"...South Austin Tejano Democrats (shared with Zuniga)..."
April 18, 1997 News Feature
Record reviews Reissues
"...it's easy for us to forget that not all Tejanos in the earlier part of this century were doing..."
Aug. 23, 1996 Music Review
Record Reviews
"...it did for so many of us in the non-Tejano world, then you'll be pleasantly surprised to hear that..."
July 5, 1996 Music Review
Updating the Big Eight
Austin's Torch-Bearing Indies
"...the year, the debut of Joel Nava - a country/Tejano artists whose record will appropriately enough feature five tracks..."
Sept. 15, 1995 Music Feature
Tales from the Squeezebox
Mingo Saldivar
"...of establishing himself as a major accordionist in the Tejano world, Saldivar is literally going places. Due partly to..."
Aug. 18, 1995 Music Feature by Lee Nichols
Qmmunity: Net Nostalgia
Editor James reflects on what being on the computer used to mean
"...tamales, enchilada pie, popcorn horchata, and more. Plus: live Tejano/Norteño vinyl DJ sets from the Chulita Vinyl Club. 7pm...."
May 23, 2025 Column by James Scott
“Economic Censorship”: The Devastation of the NEA Grants Cut Grows
After Trump administration rule change, fears mount for future of arts
"...a weather eye to potential upheaval was Conjunto and Tejano music nonprofit Rancho Alegre. The company had received a..."
May 7, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker
Arts Groups Lose Promised Grant Money in Friday Night NEA Massacre
Leading Austin cultural institutions face slashed finances
"...and dance troupe Lannaya • Latinitas • Conjunto and Tejano music preservation and education nonprofit Rancho Alegre • The..."
May 5, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker
Movies, Theatre, Trivia, and More Recommended Events for the Week
Art and culture abound
"...never leaves her bed, a manic conspiracist preacher, a Tejano singer who can hear people’s “tones” (as Byrne himself..."
April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott
Qmmunity: Taking Yourself on a Date
Make sure to make time for the coolest queer you know, aka you.
"...Tributing the Queen of Tejano are best girls Amber Nicole Davenport, Marilyn Williams, Heidi..."
April 18, 2025 Column by James Scott
Qmmunity: The Optimist Weighs In
Staying positive these days is like being an 84-year-old Al Pacino trying to read names at the Oscars – a struggle!
"...in Bat City. Texas’ party for the Queen of Tejano features performances by Venus Rising, Bobby Pudrido, Ryan, and..."
April 4, 2025 Column by James Scott
Six Local Acts to Discover at SXSW
Alongside out-of-town performers, these Austin-based showcasing acts make first-time – or rare – SXSW appearances
"...to transcend language barriers. A romantic coalescence of Argentinian, Tejano, and Mexican influences, the Austin-based quartet serenades the soul..."
March 14, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson
Metal, Hip-Hop, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week
BodyRock ATX, Escuela Grind, Grace Bowers, and more
"...and Ringo (drums) reunite with a 10-track melt of Tejano rhythms, country-blues grooves, Spanglish wordsmithery, and brotherhood bonds fortified..."
Feb. 21, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson
Texas Jukebox Project Preserves the State’s Musical Legacy, One Record at a Time
Jonathon Kimbrell unpacks his historic record archive
"...the collection consists of country, blues, rock & roll, Tejano, and jazz music from the early 20th century to..."
Feb. 14, 2025 Music Post by Caroline Drew
SXSW 2025 Heads to The Studio With Seth Rogen
New films from Ben Affleck, Nicole Kidman, Nic Cage added to fest
"...life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla, the Queen of Tejano music. Through archival footage and interviews, the film highlights..."
Jan. 22, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Oddities, Psychos, Unprofessionals, and More Weekday Events
Get out and get weird
"...feminine, brown bodies. Pudrido redefines being a queer country Tejano through their drag king performances and storytimes. Stop by..."
Oct. 18, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup
Catch up on Lone Star State news and plan some fall fun
"...has witnessed some of the legends of outlaw country, Tejano, Americana, blues rock, and Texas punk music as the..."
Oct. 4, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod
Mélat, Chingona Fest, Benjamin Tod, and More Crucial Concerts
Lots of sounds to be heard this week
"...but Destiny Navaira, niece of titan Emilio Navaira, brings Tejano heat. Austin faves the Tiarras, Stephanie Bergara (Bidi Bidi..."
Sept. 13, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White
ArmadilloCon, Art, a Hot Sauce Hootenanny, and More Recommended Events
Get out and get spicy this weekend
"...Selena to Willie to Beyoncé, from Houston rap to Tejano to blues. Come see what inspired participating artists Amitai..."
Sept. 6, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Local Rock Weirdos, Death Metal Out-of-Towners, and More Crucial Concerts
They're your ears, do with them what you will
"...amalgamation of traditional and secular sounds that is the Tejano genre. Along with DJ Rich de LaRosa, Fuzion, and..."
July 26, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White
Movies, Mothers, and 4th of July Fun Highlights the Week's Events
Make your holiday weekday worth it
"...50 years, capturing iconic imagery of Selena, Queen of Tejano, including the cover for her 1992 album Entre a..."
June 28, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Federal Funds for Local Arts, Latinapalooza, and More
Music news you need to know
"...eightpiece collective Llamativa’s tour of salsa, bolero, cha-cha, and Tejano; and Mariachi Las Coronelas’ traditional ranchera. The free-to-the-public event..."
May 24, 2024 Music Column by Carys Anderson
Cinco de Mayo, May the Fourth (Be With You), and More Recommended Events
The week in community happenings
"...Mariachi Las Valquirias, and DJ X-Ray, emceed by Chris “Tejano Man” Tristan. Kids get in free all day (1-10pm)...."
May 3, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Earth Day, Record Store Day, and More Recommended Events
Go green in a number of ways this week
"...Amber Nicole Davenport and Beauty, representing the Queen of Tejano just after her birthday. Honoring Puerto Rican pretty boy..."
April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events
It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week
"...Jennifer Lopez starred as Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, the Queen of Tejano music. To celebrate Selena’s April birthday, the 1997 film..."
April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events
Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town
"...icons. Fitting, then, that they celebrate their anniversary alongside Tejano queen Selena Quintanilla with all the pomp & circumstance..."
