Do Not Expect Too Much From the End of the World

Romanian film is a sardonic critique of the contemporary working environment

"...There’s an old thesis that if your comedy is over..."

April 5, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Elizabeth Morris: 100 Years of Memories in Austin

Of back porches, corrupt politicians, and fireworks at Zilker Park

"...driving at age 99, soon after selling her house. These days, you can find her keeping up with the..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Dinosaur Jr., Flo Milli, Estevie, and More Reviews From Thursday of SXSW

Standout sets from the clusterfest

"...always create a downtown muddle, Thursday felt particularly active. Open-to-the-public offerings of headliners the Black Keys and Dinosaur Jr...."

March 15, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Io Capitano

Despite strong performances, migrant tale is broadly told

"...It started on the bus – crossing from Mali to Niger – when..."

March 15, 2024 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

Ryan Gosling Is a Lot More Than Just Ken in SXSW Headliner The Fall Guy

The year’s best rom-com is also the year’s best action comedy

"...Even after his Marilyn Monroe homage at the Oscars, the Barbie star proved he definitely is not..."

March 13, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

From Star Wars to Magpie, Daisy Ridley Traces an Eclectic Career in SXSW Session

The actress discusses the pleasures of producing

"...The day after the world premiere of her feature film..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Jenny Nulf

SXSW Film Review: Babes

We need more raunchy female friendship films like this

"...The cinematic lovechild of Ilana Glazer and Pamela Adlon is..."

March 10, 2024 Screens Post by Jessi Cape

Hardcore for a Cause, Gary Clark Jr., and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the coming week

"...As if boasting some of the lengthiest day-to-night South by Southwest lineups weren’t enough, Hotel..."

March 8, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Plethora of Riches: How Richard Samuel Turned an Art Gallery Into a Community Center

RichesArt launches annual Black History Month exhibit with new philanthropic initiative

"...White walls, fluorescent lights, the occasional “keep your distance” line of tape on the..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, February 9-15

"...AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Reading through the annals of famous authors’ quotes about love, I’m horrified..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

I Interviewed My Dad About Marijuana

The Family (Smoke) Circle

"...I got pulled over last month. It was late, the night the freeze hit, and I think the cops..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Austin Milk Bank Surpasses 10 Million Ounces Dispensed

The only accredited nonprofit milk bank in Central Texas isn’t slowing down

"...thousands of years, and it’s been four decades since the World Health Organization and UNICEF stated that donated human..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, January 19-25

"...through phases that feel extra plodding and pedestrian. During these times, the rhythms and melodies of our lives seem..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

The Austin Chronic: Christmas in Texas

A holiday miracle for the weedless traveler

"...I can't spend the holidaze not getting blazed..."

Dec. 22, 2023 Column by Kevin Curtin

A Foodie’s Guide to One of North Austin’s Strip Malls

Searching for the American dream at the Spicewood / 183 Center

"...dumplings during a mani-pedi? Sell a gold chain in the time it takes to smash a boozy cupcake?..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Black Pumas’ Eric Burton Bets on Himself

After an abrupt break, Chronicles of a Diamond completely reinvents the band dynamic

"...help support his mom through health issues. It was then, in 2014, that he wrote the most serene track..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, October 27 - November 2

"...writes, "You should never do what's expected of you; there's always another path through life than the one before..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

Watch This: The Hushabyes Debut on Lindsey Verrill’s New New Sincerity Label

The Jenny Carson-led band premieres an ominous video for “Sleep”

"...The Hushabyes may be the most aptly named band in..."

Oct. 19, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Something Nice for Paxton: New Resolution Would Apologize for Impeachment Trial

The boots almost lick themselves

"...someone thought of this. Rep. Tony Tinderholt, one of the far-right representatives in the House Republican Caucus, filed a..."

Oct. 11, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, September 22-28

"...VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): "These are the bad facts," says author Fran Lebowitz. "Men..."

Sept. 22, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, September 8-14

"...VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In honor of the Virgo birthday season, I invite you to be exceptionally..."

Sept. 8, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

Right-Wing Extremists Harass McCallum High Students at School

They told kids they’re going to hell

"...A handful of adults blocked the path of students leaving McCallum High School Tuesday and..."

Aug. 24, 2023 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Strays

Talking dog comedy returns with this R-rated riot where the pups get revenge

"...abound like a litter of frisky Dalmatian puppies in the look-who’s-cursing canine comedy Strays. It’s a leg-humping, butt-sniffing, balls-licking,..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Movie Review by Steve Davis

"My Energy, How I Move": Blakchyl's Evolving Hip-Hop Embodies Austin's Eastside

The 78702 rapper on exploring beyond her comfort zone

"...only scattered across particular streaming services, committed fans of the artist's studied, tough-edged, but evolving hip-hop discover the connecting..."

July 14, 2023 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Review: Zach Theatre's Noises Off

Even after 40 years, Michael Frayn's backstage farce is fun, not funny

"...Clearly, the 40-year-old comedy is funny enough to warrant three revivals..."

June 23, 2023 Arts Feature by Bob Abelman

Remembering Teresa Taylor, Stand-Up Butthole Surfers Drummer With a Memorable Role in Slacker

The Texas percussionist and “Madonna Pap smear girl” has died at 60

"...Teresa Taylor, one of the “twin drummers” in what many consider Texas acid punks..."

June 20, 2023 Music Post by Tim Stegall

The Best Things We Saw at Oblivion Access 2023: Earth, BEAK>, GEL, and More

Highlights from year two of the underground Austin music festival

"...Not just setting local temperature records for the month of June, this year’s Oblivion Access marked a..."

June 19, 2023 Music Post by Wayne Lim

It Takes a Village: Memories of Kerrville Folk Festival 2023

Dispatches from the 51st campout, from Ray Prim to Flamy Grant

"...out in all directions, creatively named and decorated. People gather outside the general store, which could be considered the..."

June 19, 2023 Music Post by Hank Erwin

The Luv Doc: F*ck, Marry, Kill

What about the children?

"...of loud laughter and a bit of shouting. During the middle of all of this a very upset woman..."

June 16, 2023 Column by The Luv Doc

Austin Film Festival to Honor Ed Wood Writers

Scott Alexander, Larry Karaszewski to receive Bill Wittliff Award

"...The ongoing Writers Guild of America strike has focused attention..."

May 30, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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