SX60: Day 16 – Bands Under the Radar
There are literally thousands of bands preparing to flood the city of Austin with music that may or may not be worth your time. While I've previously suggested selecting a solid venue/party and staying put...
Austin Shakespeare Company Wows With Medea
Trade in the predictable rom-com at the movie theater for the twisted, intense Greek tragedy, Euripides’ Medea. The Austin Shakespeare Company is well-known for their free performances in the park every summer (this summer, get...
The City is Alive With “The Sound of Music”
If you’ve ever liked musicals then there’s a good chance that one of your favorite songs came from The Sound of Music. Littered with timeless classics, this musical is one of the most well-known productions...
SX60: Day 12 – Expectations Dictate Experience
A positive musical experience within the beast of SXSW is directly related to your expectations. If you are realistic about your access, and willing to do the tiniest bit of research (reading this post is...
SX60: Day 11 – Five Premieres to Watch for at SXSW.
SXSW Film has grown from a venue for quirky independent films into a launchpad for critically acclaimed and financially successful vehicles. No longer a place where one major star, usually a Texas native, shows up...
SX60: Day 10 – The Parties to See and Be Seen Attending
The SXSW party scene is an ever-shifting landscape. Years ago, the place to be was the Austin Music Awards Ceremony. SXSW was small enough to draw fewer attendees, and the ceremony became a who’s who...
SX60: Breaking Update – Converse Rubber Tracks Returns!
Last year, Converse Rubber Tracks celebrated their fourth year at SXSW, making a huge splash with local bands and fans alike. Setting up east of the SXSW madness, their studio made for a hidden respite...
SX60: Day 9 – The North Will Remember
Around the Austin metropolitan area, the neighborhoods north of 183 where it intersects with Mopac, have long been looked down upon as “Tech Central,” “South Dallas,” or, simply “Waco.” As Austin’s population has grown and...
“Murders and Moontowers” Recreates Austin’s Axey Past
If you’re like me, then you have an odd fascination with serial killers. And even more of a fascination with serial killers who were never caught. So understand my surprise when I discovered that Austin,...
