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The Last Laugh: Why Austin’s Cap City Comedy Club Was So Special
For comedian Brian Gaar and many others, the venue was a center of gravity that attracted everyone from Bill Hicks to Patton Oswalt and all of the up-and-comers in between. Read Story
A North Texas Teacher Wanted a Superhero His Latino Students Could Relate to, so He Created One
Hector Rodriguez’s hit comic book series, El Peso Hero, is now set to become a film. Read Story
James Magee Has Been Working on His Masterpiece for Decades, but Completion Isn’t the Point
The Hill, located in the West Texas desert, stirs visitors to confront what they cannot comprehend. Read Story
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The progeny of two country stars, Payne, who grew up in East Texas, writes songs informed by his struggle with substance abuse, trauma, and redemption.
The best day on the internet comes at a relatively low price tag, in crowdfunding terms.
The longtime Texas Monthly contributor introduced the Austin music scene to the rest of the world.
Plus, a Netflix show featuring Tootsie Tomanetz, an Austin band’s wistful album, and a digital marketplace supporting local artisans.
Plus, Austin’s Andrew Dismukes joins ‘SNL,’ both Padaleckis help reboot ‘Walker, Texas Ranger,’ and Matthew McConaughey gets exceptionally lit.
Music
Megan Thee Stallion and Beyoncé’s Electrifyingly Fun ‘Savage’ Remix Is for Texans, by Texans
When I interviewed Megan Thee Stallion last July, she was on a rapid ascent. Back then it seemed like the Houston-bred rapper literally grew more popular by the day, especially after the release of her May 2019 mixtape Fever; she even dominated a whole season with “Hot Girl Summer.” Even so, when I asked her about the possibility of a Beyoncé collaboration, she sounded humble and doubtful: “Just pray for… Read Story
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Top Dog: An Oral History of ‘Wishbone’
The kids’ television program, helmed by a crop of Texan theatrical talents, landed on PBS 25 years ago.
How the Legacy of Richard Linklater’s ‘Boyhood’ Is Growing
Its influence is evident in the way new releases such as ‘Bill & Ted Face the Music’ and ‘Cobra Kai’ use time in their storytelling.
In ‘Lovecraft Country,’ Black Characters Are Trapped in Racial Terror
The HBO series, starring Dallas native Jonathan Majors, gives depth to Black characters stuck in nightmare situations.
Jonathan Majors, the Star of HBO’s ‘Lovecraft Country,’ Transforms His Rage Into Art
The actor, who grew up in the Dallas area, takes a leading role in the horror series adapted from the book of the same name.
What ‘Boys State’ Says About the Future of Texas Politics
The annual mock-government summer camp—which I attended in 1995—hits the national spotlight thanks to an engaging new documentary.
The Twenty Most Iconic Local TV and Billboard Legends in Texas, Ranked
From Mattress Mack to Dick Poe to Crazy Willie, we got ’em all!
Texas Monthly Recommends: The New Go-Go’s Documentary
Plus, Megan Thee Stallion’s latest collaboration, a true crime podcast about a UT campus murder, and a Dallas-based online vintage shop.
Hollywood, Texas: Local Good Dog Wishbone Gets His Own Movie
Plus, Ethan Hawke plays Tesla, Jamie Foxx's sci-fi action epic gets a trailer, and Post Malone eats worms.
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In dreamy, finely detailed paintings, Jim Koehn revives old watering holes and mom-and-pop spots around the state. Read Story
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The Houston Astros owner decided to defend every bad PR move his organization has made.
The ‘30 for 30’ production details the former coaches’ legacy of Olympic success and abusive practices.
In 1990, Longhorn student athletes marched through campus united against racism. Their movement continues through players still calling for change today.
The new Arlington baseball stadium has an approach that's, well, out of left field.
The five-part Showtime docu-series avoids the worst pitfalls of the true-crime genre, favoring character over sensationalism.