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The News Goes On, Even When The Sunshine Can't Be Bothered To Show Up [Extra Extra]
Flickr/FilmNut The end is nigh…at least for Texas Stadium. Actual cowboys called in after a cattle-truck accident at the Waco traffic circle. It’s a truism that history is always written by the victors…sometimes it’s written by the dominant force in a textbook battle.…
Jay Reatard Dead at 29
Last night, in his sleep, garage rocker Jay Reatard died. He had performed at Emo's just last December. Born Jimmy Lee Lindsey Jr., Reatard was currently signed to Matador Records and was formerly on Goner Records, owned by previous Oblivian member Eric Friedl. Matador issued a statement,…
Slackery News Tidbits, January 13
Includes news about Fantastic Fest award winner Down Terrace; Harry Ransom fellowships; and a library's new family film series. (via Slackerwood)
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SXSW Volunteer Call!
Image from SXSW’s websiteIt’s time to make a commitment and ensure that you’re doing the things you love during Spring Break. Click here for flight tickets to Cancun and here to plan your trip to South Padre. Just kidding. Your dream Spring Break experience awaits right here in…
Song of the Day: Paleo Performs His 'Song Diary' [Wed at Trophy's]
Cary Norton Paleo with Barbara ArriagaWednesday, January 13Trophys (2008 S Congress)8pm, $5, all ages.[info]Paleo, aka David Strackany, literally went solo back in 2004 when he recorded the self-released Misery, Missouri. But much of his body of work, prolific as it is in volume, confronts the…
Hello, My Name Is: Pick-Up Artist Boot Camp
A curious girl’s ethnographic quest for stimulation, knowledge and the least common denominator… The opinions expressed in Hello, My Name Is do not necessarily reflect those of the Austinist or anyone else in the Ist network.Okay, Wendy, you've rehearsed this. You are Sam. Sam…
Spooning: KGSR, Waterloo, NPR, SXSW, More
As we mentioned earlier this week, Spoon definitely have their Springtime plates full with Transference media duties. The band will headline Stubb's during SXSW, but before that, they'll be doing a smattering of Austin performances that you'll have to plan in advance to attend. The Waterloo…
Festival Preview - No Idea: Seeds + Systems
Image from No Idea No Idea Festival 2010Saturday, January 16 ()8pm, $8-15[info] In its eighth year of existence, the No Idea Festival continues in 2010 with performances in Houston, Austin, Dallas and San Antonio. The festival brings together improvisational musicians who perform for audiences…
If You Missed it at the Alamo, Collapse is Available in Your Very Own Living Room
Since there were only two screenings of the terrifying documentary Collapse in Austin, we thought we'd let you know that if you have Time Warner Cable (yes, queue the grumbling) you can catch it in the comfort of your own home on Channel 1000 (the Movies on Demand channel). It will be available…
Austin Area Interreligious Ministries Book Club
Recapping Monday's discussion of the Gita with reps from the Hindu Temple, plus a preview of February's book selection (via Dishevelled Stars)
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The Action Pack Presents a Pulp Fiction Quote-Along [Preview & Giveaway]
Vincent and Jules would like you to say "what" again. The Action Pack presents a Pulp Fiction Quote-AlongThursday, January 14th and Thursday, January 21stAlamo Drafthouse Downtown (320 E 6th Street)$10, both events at 7pm[info] | [tickets] “What does Marsellus Wallace look like?”…
Local Tech Stars Ready to Shine at Ignite Austin
ignite austinSome of Austin's leaders in the high-tech community take the stage tonight for a series of rapid-fire presentations as part of the initial Ignite Austin event. The sold-out show is designed to "spark new conversations and collaborations across cultures and disciplines throughout the…
Preview: Adam Franklin & Bolts of Melody @ Emo's [Wednesday]
Image from My Education’s MySpace Adam Franklin & Bolts of MelodyWednesday, January 13Emos (603 Red River St)9 p.m. | Inside | $8[info] | [tickets]A mention of the name Adam Franklin is either greeted with enthusiastic nods of approval, or uninterested, blank expressions. And you could…
Devastation Emerges Following Haitian Earthquake [News Bits]
The most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Haiti devastates much of that nation's capital. Google says it will stop censoring its Chinese search site and may withdraw from the country altogether. Conan O'Brien to "People of Earth": I won't host "Tonight Show" after Leno. Palin blasts critics,…
Dry Burger at Moonie's Burger House
Stopped in for lunch at the new Moonie?s location today. They have only been open six days. [...] (via Austin Burger News)
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Black Star Co-op: Bar Hours With the Board Tonight
Co-op brewery and pub invites you for a pint with the board of directors (via I Love Beer)
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