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Idiosyncratic American ex-pat Scott Walker's musical career spans over half a century long, from his early years as a pop star in LA's The Walker Brothers to his extensive solo recordings (albums one through four named Scott (1967), Scott 2 (1968), Scott 3 (1969), and Scott 4 (1969)). Having signed to Beggars Banquet-funded British indie label 4AD (Blonde Redhead, TVoR, Mountain Goats, The Birthday Party) in 2004, the cult figure has enjoyed a resurgence... more ›

Next Monday, in the Texas Union, on UTs campus, Paul Rusesabagina will be speaking. You might have seen Don Cheadle as Mr. Rusesabagina in the Oscar-nominated film, Hotel Rwanda. But this guy is the real thing. The event is free, but you will need to pick up a pass from the Student Events Center Office to gain entry. In order to pick up a pass, you will need a UT ID. (The Austinist heard... more ›