The Day the Earth Stood Still

Soundtracking unknown worlds with sci-fi instrumentation

"...are a special breed, disproportionately represented in lists of the most memorable and inventive film scores of all time...."

July 25, 2008 Music Feature by Graham Reynolds

These Are the Breaks

Checking in with Austin's new R&B boys and girls.

"...vintage green suit and white alligator skin shoes. It’s the kind of getup that would make most people look..."

Feb. 5, 2008 Music Post by Thomas Fawcett

Beside the Point : A Ton to Chew On

City grapples with weight loss, forcing bicycle helmets, and public safety staffing, among other issues.

"...In the age of unbridled Internet filth, you wouldn't be remiss..."

Aug. 25, 2006 News Column by Wells Dunbar

His Shadow in the Frame

The Austin Museum of Art exhibition "Robert Frank Photographs" provides an excellent introduction to Frank's career from his early social documentary work to his introspective images of later decades, and shows him always striving in his images to reflect his deeply personal response to the world around him.

"...In 1954, with the help of a Guggenheim Fellowship, Swiss-born photographer Robert Frank..."

March 28, 2003 Arts Feature by Erina Duganne

The Year in Books

What New Book Brought You the Most Enjoyment in 1997 and Why?

"...1. The passing of Allen Ginsberg and William Burroughs...."

Jan. 9, 1998 Books Feature by Phil West

The Most Memorable Moments of Saturday’s ACL Fest

Adrian Quesada, Big Boi, and painting the town P!nk

"...Weekend One squeezed many more fans into Zilker than the day prior. Some fighting expectedly treacherous lines around peak..."

Oct. 9, 2022 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Checking In: Conjunto Los Pinkys Readies for the New Normal

“Conjunto has survived [here] for decades and will continue to do so”

"...of conjunto lifers skipping rhythms across time and stage. The Conjunto Los Pinkys cabal leader provides an epic glimpse..."

Aug. 31, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Fantastic Fest Wave 2: The Martian, The Witch, and More

New Ridley Scott flick, plus dozens more added to fest

"...2015 is less than a month away, and today the festival announced some of its biggest titles ever, with..."

Aug. 26, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Who Let the Dogs Out?

A playlist for the dog days of summer

"...1982, P-Funk's R&B chart-topper almost got run down in the street, the author's industry revolt colliding with radio programmers..."

July 17, 2015 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Pressley Ups the Ante

Defeated Council candidate now claims “thousands” of uncertain votes

"...In her latest filing contesting the election of City Council Member Greg Casar, defeated District..."

March 11, 2015 News Post by Michael King

The Aftermath

Days later, the Red River rampage echoes through many lives

"...driving westbound on East 12th Street, when he spotted the gray Honda Civic...."

March 21, 2014 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Fire in the Night, Music in Bone-Deep Bassnote Throbs

Reveling among the multiform delights of Art Outside

"...I want to tell you about the men and women with the live fireworks exploding off..."

Oct. 29, 2012 Chronolog Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Bonnaroo (From the Pit)

"...me I had won a trip to Hollywood for the premiere of PS I Love You starring Hillary Swank...."

June 19, 2008 Music Post by Gary Miller

Band on the Run

ACL's battle of the bands, the Sound and the Jury, represents another new paradigm of indie music exposure in the post-label era of the music industry

"...sun, Aaron Behrens and Thomas Turner seem ill-suited for the glare of an Austin City Limits Music Festival afternoon..."

Sept. 14, 2007 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

I Saw the Light

Clifford Antone, hardcore to the end

"...It looks like a typical Tuesday night at the Broken Spoke's twice-monthly Hardcore Country show. Alvin Crow and..."

May 26, 2006 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

The Innovators

Part 2 of "Jazz," by Harvey Pekar

"...During the debate that took place regarding the merits of Ken..."

June 15, 2001 Music Feature by Harvey Pekar

Moon-Shaped Panties & the Saint of White Trash

The Late Lucinda Williams

"...The morning starts normally for Lucinda. Well, maybe not normal,..."

Oct. 23, 1998 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

The Zine Scene

Anthologies Top the Underground Stream

"...many zines, so little time... until now. Even though they've been around since the advent of the fanzine several..."

Oct. 10, 1997 Books Feature by Stuart Wade

Hearts Beat Loud

Nick Offerman plays father in this thoroughly modern tale of growing up musical

"...Starring: Nick Offerman, Kiersey Clemons, Toni Collette, Sasha Lane, Blythe Danner and Ted Danson...."

June 22, 2018 Movie Review by Danielle White

Hearts Beat Loud When Nick Offerman’s Around

Parks and Rec star talks Austin, breakdancing, and the state of humanity

"...In Hearts Beat Loud, Nick Offerman plays an aging record shop owner..."

June 22, 2018 Screens Feature by Dan Gentile

The FP

This potential cult-movie masterpiece is likely the most original dance film you'll see this year.

"...The latest film to be picked up for distribution by..."

March 16, 2012 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

On the Road, From San Fran to Taipei

Two new film series bebop and globe-hop

"...The Mad Ones: The Beat Film Series..."

March 28, 2008 Screens Feature by Raymond Blanton

Paul Collins Beat featuring Peter Case

Power pop wasn't always such a popular term

"...The headline "power-pop" usually means short, punchy tunes with hooks..."

March 16, 2012 Music Feature by Michael Toland

Music of the Spheres

Sinatra in the Sahara

"...The kingdom of Morocco achieved independence from French and Spanish..."

July 9, 1999 Music Feature by David Lynch

Page Two: Sitting on the Dock of the Bay Watching the Tide Roll Away

The Chronicle at 35

"..."The present-day composer refuses to die!"..."

Sept. 2, 2016 Column by Louis Black

Burning Down the Ags: Is It Ever Enough?

Thanksgiving = turkey, then football, then shopping

"...stick as a Longhorn fan tries repeatedly to ignite the sad dog. Finally the spark takes, and the Texas..."

Nov. 28, 2008 Sports Post by Joe O'Connell

The Big 12 South Ain't Nothing to Mess With

Texas Tech, Texas, and Oklahoma are all ranked in the Top 5 and have a shot at the National Championship

"...The Big 12 South is currently the toughest conference in..."

Nov. 21, 2008 Sports Post by Justin Sanders

The Powerpuff Girls Movie

"...Kane, Roger J. Jackson, E.g. Daily, Tara Strong and Catherine Cavadini. I defy viewers to exit theatres post-Puffery without..."

July 12, 2002 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

"...Coyote. Sweet, heartwarming, adventuresome, and joyful, E.T. tugs at the believers inside each of us. And when those kids..."

Nov. 11, 1999 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Getting in the Groove With Overpass

Driving rhythm game is perfect for beginners and experts alike

"...Taking inspiration from Michel Gondry's video for the Chemical Brothers' "Star Guitar," the hypnotic Overpass by local..."

Sept. 6, 2019 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

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