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“Emma” Comes to The Russell Fine Art Gallery

by Nick Bailey on February 1, 2016

Ash Almonte’s art seems to spill, twist and splatter with an uncommon sensibility that she describes as “raw” and “real,” two words that serve as a splendid introduction to both her emotional intelligence and her...

What We’re Reading: A Pink Suitcase

by Marika Flatt on January 28, 2016

As a woman who loves to travel, I was immediately intrigued by the title of this book. I love hearing about other women’s adventures, because, let’s be frank- women seem to have more interesting travel...

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Austin Opera’s “Of Mice and Men”

by Alysha Kaye on January 25, 2016

Combining a love of classic literature and amazing music—it’s not an easy task. I had my doubts when I scored free tickets to the final dress rehearsal for “Of Mice and Men” at the Long...

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Jackie Venson Gets ‘Back to Earth’ With New Sound

by Nick Bailey on January 21, 2016

This year is looking like a busy time for the Texas music scene, and the live music capital is lucky to have a songstress like Jackie Venson hard at work bringing music to life one...

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Emily Bell Back With “Goddess of Destruction”

by Nick Bailey on January 19, 2016

After about two years off the music scene, Austin’s indie songstress is ready to reemerge with a captivating new sound. “Goddess of Destruction,” Bell’s new single, is set for digital release on Jan. 27, and...

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Laverne Cox Heading to Paramount

by Nick Bailey on January 18, 2016

Laverne Cox has made a name for herself as an outspoken transgender woman, among many other great things, and she’s coming to Texas. A leading light in the LGBT community, this Emmy Award-winning actress, producer...

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“Norm of the North” Goes South With Audiences

by Alysha Kaye on January 14, 2016

Christmas may be over, but there will still be one wintery family film showing this month—Norm of the North, a tale of a polar bear traveling to New York City to save his home, the...

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Kanye West Announces “Swish” Release Date

by Nick Bailey on January 11, 2016

After trial, error and a name change or two Yeezus has proclaimed the blessing of “Swish” to arrive February 11th! As an avid fan of Kanye West, I’m excited to hear this news after what’s...

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Garland Fielder brings ‘The Map & the Territory’ to Houston

by Nick Bailey on January 6, 2016

If you’re in the Houston area, then Anya Tish Gallery needs to get to the top of your to-do list asap to see their latest presentation, The Map & the Territory, a solo exhibition of...