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!

"...I am feeling so normal lately. Life is the most normal it has ever been. Every day..."

April 4, 2025 Column by James Scott

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

All kinds of sounds can be found around town

"...power pop and/or zippy post-punk should be aware of this co-headlining tour. Toronto duo Ducks Ltd. issue sunny, sub-four-minute..."

April 4, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Texas House Bill Would Take Kids’ Phones Away During School Hours

Poll shows parents concerned about safety amid shootings

"...Over the past couple of years, several Texas school districts have implemented cellphone bans. The change could soon become..."

March 28, 2025 News Feature by Mattea Gallaway

Our Recommended Events Include Broods, Books, and Barking Buddies

The weekdays are filled with events worth leaving the house

"...This 1983 sequel to the Alfred Hitchcock slasher came 23..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Self Portraits, Carnivals, and Cannibalism in Our Recommended Events

The weekend in arts and culture

"...stoner flick for its psychedelic wah-wah soundtrack and trippy visuals, Fantastic Planet could do that job for sure –..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Shannon & the Clams, Lola Kirke, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week ahead

"...Ole Opry tradition, paying earnest deference to legendary country artists and styles while ushering in a new era for..."

March 28, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

The Austin Chronic: Crying at a SXSW Panel About Psychedelics

The power of healing evokes feelings on a trip down to the conference

"...In the decade I worked as a full-time music journalist, I would try to see 75 bands over the..."

March 21, 2025 Column by Kevin Curtin

Shrooms, Trolls, and Gaga in This Week’s Recommended Events

Art, crafts, and more weekday fun

"...interacting with children? The library has you covered with another monthly installment of its Crafty Adult series. This time..."

March 21, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

MAGA Moms and the Republican Resistance to School Vouchers

Make education public again

"...Hollie Plemons is not a liberal, and that’s putting it lightly. Plemons..."

March 21, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Art, Movies, Sports, and More Recommended Events

Pack your weekend with the best happenings around town

"...So you’ve decided to take an interest in this boozy fermented rice bev but don’t want to travel..."

March 21, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Just One Spark: Disney and the Business of Joy at SXSW

Josh D'Amaro and Alan Bergman on how to make someone's favorite ride

"...Everyone who has been to a Disney park has their favorite ride – even Josh D'Amaro,..."

March 16, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Interview: Anycia’s Got Vibes and Some Shit to Talk

ATL songstress on standing out, pressure, and next project

"...with Rolling Stone. How does it feel to make that jump?..."

March 15, 2025 Music Post by Miranda Garza

SXSW Film Review: Luv Ya, Bum!

How Houston Oilers coach Bum Phillips led with kindness

"...When I was a postgrad at UT Austin, I was hired as the TA for the sports..."

March 14, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Ivan Cornejo, Steve Wynn, Cardinals, and More Reviews From Thursday of SXSW

Sonic dispatches from Ireland, Mexico, and the Afro Diaspora

"...Ivan Cornejo headlined Rolling Stone’s Future of Music showcase, Irish post-punks Cardinals got a taste of Texan flora and..."

March 14, 2025 Music Post by Kyra Bruce

In Austin, Michelle Obama Talks Rediscovering Hope

Sixteen years after “hope” campaign, hope defines SXSW keynote

"...“Miche,” they cooed, parroting Craig Robinson’s nickname for his sister Michelle Obama. They applauded when Obama spoke to..."

March 13, 2025 News Post by Benton Graham

The Unforgiving Lens: Lucy Lawless Makes Her Documentary Debut With Never Look Away

Actor turns director for life of war photographer Margaret Moth

"...Lucy Lawless is best known as the iconic star of groundbreaking feminist..."

March 13, 2025 Screens Post

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

John Fogerty, Tom Morello, and Andrew McMahon get chatty

"...Benjamin Bridwell brought a refreshing and energetic stage presence that contrasted perfectly with the crisp evening air. The band..."

March 13, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

The Verde Report: Austin FC Players Find Confidence Amid Frustrating Start to Season

Win-loss tally aside, there’s reason for optimism

"...so hard to practice. Case in point: Everyone knew that Austin FC, with a new head coach and multiple..."

March 14, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

The Best of “Best of Austin”

Chronicle readers on the best places to see and be seen in Austin

"...home without sampling some of the places and things that make Austin so special...."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature

St. Paddy’s Day, SXSnacks, Sailor Moon, and More Weekend Events

Our recommendations for the waning days of the Fest

"...John C. Reilly Is Mister Romantic..."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

J’cuuzi Takes a Guerrilla Approach to Music and Performance

Local dance punks aren’t thinking too far ahead

"...first act to perform on the Chess Club patio. Vocalist Gorge Bones, opening her denim jumpsuit to reveal her..."

March 14, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...are weighing their options for passing a stopgap bill that would avert a government shutdown, Politico reports. Eight Democrats..."

March 14, 2025 News Feature

Benson Boone, La Sécurité, Ken Pomeroy, and More Reviews From Tuesday of SXSW

Plus: Lars Ulrich pumps up new Apple Vision Pro experience

"...the dominant theme across the festival’s Interactive contingent, we’re disappointed to report the same goes for Lars Ulrich, who..."

March 12, 2025 Music Post by Carys Anderson

There’s Only One Naomi Ackie in Mickey 17

The British actress contains multitudes in the new sci-fi satire

"...Plenty performers would be envious of British actor Naomi Ackie’s career, which has included a supporting..."

March 11, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Review: Assembly

Doc suggests AI & art work together as agents of resistance

"...Rashaad Newsome’s art exists in a space that plays with surrealism, futurism, and..."

March 10, 2025 SXSW Post by Alejandra Martinez

How Texas Soccer Stakeholders Are Bracing for 2026 World Cup

And how Texas clubs are hoping to welcome new fans to the fold

"...the most of the biggest sporting event in the history of humanity after the circus leaves town?..."

March 10, 2025 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

A Dog’s View of Evil in SXSW Midnighter Good Boy

Director Ben Leonberg on channeling Poltergeist and White Fang

"...One of the greatest challenges for any filmmaker is casting. So how did..."

March 8, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Chasing the Yeses: Bluesky COO Rose Wang Heads to SXSW

How a community-first culture pervades the social media startup

"...To say that Rose Wang’s career trajectory has been unusual may be..."

March 7, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Light in the Tragedy of Magic Hour

Katie Aselton unpacks grief and love in her SXSW film

"...life-altering change in the relationship with her husband, Charlie. That part went to Hamilton, and Blindspotting star Daveed Diggs,..."

March 6, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Inside the Unspeakable Killings That Changed Austin Forever

Margaret Brown explores the tragedy and lingering trauma in a four-part series

"...Every community has a crime that redefines its image of itself. Whether it’s the Zodiac..."

March 7, 2025 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

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