Have you ever been so inspired by something, you stopped what you were doing and began a quest to learn everything you could about it? Joel Laviolette has. How It Started Almost 20 years ago, Joel was traveling through New Mexico when he heard the music of the mbira. The instrument is indigenous to Africa […]
Staple! Holds the Austin Indie Comic Book Scene Together
There are two types of people in this wide world of ours: those who are stopped by obstacles and those who find a way around or through them. Artists, writers, and those making a living through artistic expression have quite a few obstacles to overcome. Chris Nicholas is one such person who decided to not […]
Dart Bowl, Your Neighborhood Bowling Alley for 56 Years
Nestled away in the nooks and crannies of our fair city are tidbits of iconic Austin culture. One of those tidbits is quietly tucked away on Grover St., across the street from McCallum High School in North Austin. Dart Bowl is more than a bowling alley. It’s an Austin icon. Dart Bowl’s Long History of […]
Miracoco by Architects of Air Has Returned to The Long Center
When I first moved to Austin, back when Emo’s was on 6th St., there was this dude who would sit out on the sidewalk of 6th St. and spray paint these crazy designs on canvas. He’d then light the canvas on fire and the end result was a beautiful alien landscape. That guy is no longer around, […]
Your Ride Is Here Helps Austinites Fight War On Cancer
Cancer is a brutal enemy. It attacks your body, life, family, and your very existence. Every year, millions of people are affected by cancer. The disease wages war on us and our lives are the prize. How It Began Ken Adams has been one of the soldiers in this battle who can stand triumphantly, with […]
Southern Metal Choppers: Customizing Bikes in Austin for 10 Years
The Republic of Texas Motorcycle Rally is six months away. How embarrassing would it be if you pulled that bike out a week before the rally to find it doesn’t start? What if your kid, who’s horrible at baseball, threw a fastball and your gas tank caught it? What if your cat had a litter […]
3 Austin Comedy Showcases You Can’t Miss
I should open this with a joke. After all, this is a comedy article. I won’t though. While I do have my moments, I will leave the jokes to the professionals and simply tell you where to find them. Comedians come with different styles, personalities and preferences. For some reason, folks don’t always understand this. […]
One World Karate Strikes Disability with Hope and Empowerment
When I think of karate, I think of “sweep the leg,” the infamous line spoken by the Cobra Kai sensei from The Karate Kid. Others think of Bruce Lee movies. Most of us can see ourselves roundhouse kicking a mugger in the chin and saving the day. For most, learning karate or any other martial art […]
Adventurous Austinites Stay Fit at Austin Rock Gym
Until recently, my experience in rock climbing was limited to a giant rock in Walnut Creek Park that my fiancé and I climbed for a picnic lunch. It may be surprising, but Austin has quite a bit of outdoor rock climbing opportunities for adventurous types. Our glistening metropolis lies at the foot of the famous Texas […]
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: Often Imitated, Never Duplicated
People love movies. Just ask them. They love seeing Rocky beat the odds against Apollo Creed. They love seeing an underdog truck driver win an arm wrestling contest and the heart of his son. They love seeing Rambo avenge the woman he loves by taking down a Vietnamese prisoner of war camp and freeing long […]