DMX played something of an under the radar show at The Mansion on Friday. Grind Life Films caught an altercation happening in the crowd between songs, after which DMX, wearing a Longhorns jersey says "I ain't going no motherfuckin' where" and then breaks into "Get It On The Floor." more ›

It wasn't so long ago that Texas spirits pretty much started and ended with Tito's. But while Mr. Beveridge and his company produce a vodka we can all be proud of, Texas now boasts a much larger array of spirits that showcase new ideas, bold flavors, and the ongoing search for something new and unique that has boosted local and craft spirit sales across the country. On Friday, Launch787 and Google Places are throwing a party called "MIX" to celebrate Texas Cocktails, and all you need to attend is a ticket. more ›

Sixty restaurants, thirty wineries, and you. This is perhaps the simplest way to describe the indulgence that is the Stars Across Texas tasting at the Texas Hill Country Wine and Food Festival. A veritable "who's who" of Texas restaurants each prepare small portions of signature dishes for guests to sample, making the most difficult choice simply what to eat before you run out of room. Last year, we had sushi tarts from Roy's, Shiner-braised... more ›

Be sure to check out our extensive theatre coverage and new movie releases. Please let us know about any corrections/suggestions! FRIDAY [31] [music] Reckless Kelly at La Zona Rosa (link) [music] Peter & the Wolf, Navajo Radio and more at Emo's (Inside) (link) [music] Ghostface Killah, Word Association, DJ Notion at Emo's (Outside) (link) [music] The Glass Family w/ Quien es Boom (CD Release) & Brothers and Sisters at The Parish Room (link) [music] Red... more ›

You know, we just couldn't help ourselves. The Coffee Talk sketch is a permanent part of our psyche. Blame SNL and Mike Myers. Anyway, this is somewhat last minute, but we recently learned that Barbra Streisand impersonator Steven Brinberg will be in town tonight and tomorrow night only for two very special performances of Simply Barbra. Both are at 8:30pm in the Crystal Ballroom at Mansion at Judges Hill. A native New Yorker, Brinberg... more ›

See here, Austinites, we've got a couple of fun and charitable events for your consideration. more ›

M O N D A Y [ 1 4 ] music · Dios (Malos), Pilotdrift and Steeltrain at Stubb's music · The Lemurs and Tarantula A.D. at the Parish Room film · Spiderhouse Cafe screens "Walmart: The High Cost of Low Price" (RSVP, Free, 10pm) (Thanks, Kate!) shopping · Austin Museum of Art's Tax-Free Day music · Piebald, Hot Rod Circuit, Hit the Light and Valient Thorr at Emo's music · Nic Armstrong and the... more ›

This week, July 25-July 31, Majic 95.5 is bringing us Restaurant Week. Your fine dining experience will help Austin's needy. You spend $25 and $5 becomes a contribution to Caritas of Austin, which is a local non profit benefitting Austin families and individuals in need by helping provide rent, utilities, food, and general support. more ›