Reggaeton, Psych Rock, Brat-Pop, and More Crucial Concerts

Local shows worth your admission this week

"...A double-headed hellbeast of iconoclastic heaviness, old pals Napalm Death and..."

April 18, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Does Dan Patrick Even Understand the Cannabis Industry He’s Trying to Kill?

Texas Lege’s draconian bills are making even the stoners frustrated

"...and neighbor. Generalized frustration too – when I sit down to alter my consciousness, I’m able to look back..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

How Much Should an Ounce of Weed Cost in Austin?

This week’s super-sized The Austin Chronic tackles the tough questions about cannabis in Central Texas

"...lots of people in high spirits getting together to do their fun outdoor activities. Plus there’s weed events happening..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Sitting Down With Your Senator

Sarah Eckhardt goes deep on democracy, womanhood, and our era

"...Lots of suits and black high heels moving briskly. Down one quieter corridor, you’ll find the office of state..."

April 11, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Weekday Events to Make It a Craft Night, Movie Night, Trivia Night, and More

There's also some events during the day

"...anime of all time. I’ll accept arguments otherwise – you know my email – but I believe this story’s..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 11-17

"...ARIES (March 21-April 19): Life is asking you to be a source of generosity and strength for..."

April 11, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

Squirrels, Girls, and Other Pearls in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Acro-Cats, Earth Day, and all manner of arts and culture happenings

"...in the Building, as the show looks through the window at the lives performed in a strange, beautiful, and..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

One Week After Warning of School Consolidations, AISD May Have Its First Target

Dobie Middle School low test scores create risk of TEA takeover

"...The press conference on April 4 at Dobie Middle School seemed like any other. It was arranged..."

April 11, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Anti-Death-Penalty Nun Talks “Bible Belt” and “Death Belt” in Austin

She calls execution the “apex” of a flawed punitive system

"...raped the girl, made them both to lay face down on the ground, and fatally shot them...."

April 11, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Flirting With the Bizarre: Isaac Ezban Unleashes Párvulos: Children of the Apocalypse

New zombie horror bites into the family dynamics of brothers

"...Párvulos: Children of the Apocalypse, the protagonists are three young brothers, trapped in a forest cabin by a zombie..."

April 4, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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!

"...day I wake up, look at my phone, and see several social media posts about how I and everyone..."

April 4, 2025 Column by James Scott

Anime, Activism, and Aerodynamics in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Arts and culture abound!

"...Now that Elon Musk seems to have gotten bored with the idea of sticking..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Swans, Swine, and Serial Killers in This Week’s Recommended Events

Get out and get arty

"...If you’ve ever felt homesick, congratulations – you have something in..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Downtown Austin Experiences the Moontower Effect

Moontower Comedy Festival returns with a lineup of national stars and local comics

"...When Moontower lights up Downtown from April 9-19, it’ll be with more than just..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by Lucciana Choueiry

Muralist Mila Sketch Celebrates a Decade of Creativity in Austin

Innovative immigrant artist on her approach, future, and love affair with the city

"...You’ve likely seen Mila Sketch’s artwork all throughout Austin without..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by Julie Royce

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 4-10

"...ARIES (March 21-April 19): Have you ever been part of an innovation team? Its goal..."

April 4, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

Self Portraits, Carnivals, and Cannibalism in Our Recommended Events

The weekend in arts and culture

"...psychedelic wah-wah soundtrack and trippy visuals, Fantastic Planet could do that job for sure – but it’s also a..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Verde Report: Through Five Games, Austin FC Has the Look of a Playoff Team

An early assessment of what’s working and what needs improvement

"...like. Over the weekend, the Verde and Black took down previously unbeaten expansion side San Diego FC, 2-1, for..."

March 28, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Our Recommended Events Include Broods, Books, and Barking Buddies

The weekdays are filled with events worth leaving the house

"...street exactly ... he’s back at the Bates Motel! Seems unwise. Poor guy just tries to “make the most..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Cats With Purrrpose

From the Eastside to South Austin, these feline employees are the cat’s meow

"...one pictures a cat, common visions include a lounging Ragdoll fluffed out in a sunbeam or a black shorthair..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

DOGEing the Texas Education Agency

Conservatives back Dem bill to shrink agency overseeing schools

"...as she introduced House Bill 5419, a bill to downsize the Texas Education Agency and redirect money from its..."

March 28, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Disney’s Snow White

This live-action remake isn’t just bad, it’s pointless

"...Directed by: Marc Webb. Starring: Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Andrew Burnap and Ansu Kabia...."

March 21, 2025 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

MAGA Moms and the Republican Resistance to School Vouchers

Make education public again

"...lightly. Plemons is a grassroots conservative activist. She believes what conservatives believe. She’s anti-immigration, anti-abortion, pro-gun. And yes, she..."

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..."

March 21, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Double Scorpio Goes Offline

FDA performs search-and-seizure of beloved VHS cleaner brand

"...last Thursday’s FDA search-and-seizure of beloved VHS cleaner brand Double Scorpio. A horrible turn of events, even if tides..."

March 21, 2025 Column by James Scott

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, March 21-27

"...the small creatures they like to eat. I encourage you to be like a metaphorical cheetah in the coming..."

March 21, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

Ballet Austin’s Love’s Gentle Spring Inspires New Blooms

Two world-premiere works blend new choreography with established talent

"...lives and happiness," says Artistic Director Stephen Mills, "like [what] we think about after winter is finished and we're..."

March 21, 2025 Arts Feature by Catalina Perez

Letter From the Chronicle’s New Publisher

"...at the Chronicle in 1998 selling classified ads, so you can say I grew up here. I think I’ve..."

March 21, 2025 Features Feature by Cassidy Frazier

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

"...hard to pick one from the 70 years of what Walt Disney dubbed imagineering that have created some of..."

March 16, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Review: Together

Real spouses Brie and Franco are magnificent in adult horror

"...shorthand of intimacy that unlocks the complicated terrors of what's happening between Millie (Brie) and Tim (Franco). There's an..."

March 16, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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