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Let it snow with this winter playlist
With crisp winter air drifting into Austin, locals wrap themselves in coats and sweaters to enjoy the coziness of the holiday season. From warm baked goods to comforting recipes, colorful lights to the crackling fireplace, The Daily Texan compiled the perfect playlist to accompany the magic of the winter season in all of its spirited sights and sounds.
Coated in a vintage fuzzy air, reminiscent of the sound quality of a well-loved record, this cover sung by the Queen of Soul draws on the nostal
Coated in a vintage fuzzy air, reminiscent of the sound quality of a well-loved record, this cover sung by the Queen of Soul draws on the nostal
2022 wrap-up: best movies, TV shows, music of the year
Rich in great entertainment in all hemispheres of media, 2022 shined with its releases this year. As the fall semester comes to an end and 2023 rounds the corner, The Daily Texan compiled a list of the best movies, television and albums of the year.
Jordan Peele returns and successfully goes three-for-three in his new extraterrestrial horror adventure with out-of-this-world stakes starring Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya, Steven Yeun and Brandon Perea. The beauty of “Nope” lies in its cinematograph
Jordan Peele returns and successfully goes three-for-three in his new extraterrestrial horror adventure with out-of-this-world stakes starring Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya, Steven Yeun and Brandon Perea. The beauty of “Nope” lies in its cinematograph
Turkey and Tunes: ’s cooking playlist for Thanksgiving preparation
As Thanksgiving approaches, Austinites scour the grocery store aisles, stocking their carts with a mountain of ingredients that will shortly transform into their holiday meal. However, chefs need one more crucial element to accompany them in the kitchen — the perfect playlist.
With family members battling for dominance in the kitchen, ingredients going missing when needed the most and juggling what feels like a million dishes at the same time, a good cooking playlist helps relieve the tension.
With family members battling for dominance in the kitchen, ingredients going missing when needed the most and juggling what feels like a million dishes at the same time, a good cooking playlist helps relieve the tension.
UT hosts first Black Inauguration, inducting all presidents of Black student organizations
After rushing around the Texas Union and being told repeatedly to change into his suit for the approaching event, Zion James finally prepared to enter the ballroom. Doors opened as melodic processional music rang throughout the room, revealing a long line of every president of UT’s Black student organizations decorated in elegant white formal-wear, ready to be officially inducted into their positions.
Surrounded by a sea of applause, James strode into the room smiling ear to ear as all previous
Surrounded by a sea of applause, James strode into the room smiling ear to ear as all previous
Alexander 23 delivers exhilarating, emotional Austin performance at Scoot Inn
Bathed in blue light and hazy fog, Alexander 23 took to the Scoot Inn stage with the surging guitar lines of his opening song “Cosplay” ringing through the venue. As the opening notes played out, the audience radiated energy, belting out the fan-favorite track with the singer. With the drum and bass lines delivering an explosive chorus, the concert started off on an electrifying note with the 2000s pop-rock inspired song.
On Wednesday, singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Alexa
On Wednesday, singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Alexa
Liveshot: Steve Lacy delivers soulful, celestial soundscape with dynamic stage presence at Emo’s
A warm red glow coated the Emo’s stage as blue lasers darted through the audience. Taking center stage, Steve Lacy led the crowd in singing the beginning of his hit song “Dark Red” a cappella. As the chorus grew louder with each line, Lacy dropped out and let the crowd sing to him, encouraging them to get even louder. As the audience reached the chorus, Lacy’s guitar lines surged through the venue, electrifying the crowd as he began to sing.
Marking the 17th show on his North American “Give You
Marking the 17th show on his North American “Give You
Liveshot: Lil Nas X delivers cinematic ACL performance
Golden script sprawling across the American Express Stage read “ACT ONE REBIRTH,” shortly fading to a woman who then gave the crowd a preluding monologue.
“This is a story about one of those special souls, and how one day, he found himself in music, and his music found us,” the voice said. “The greatest thing a human can do is to create — to create themselves, to be themselves, no matter how hard that may be. So let’s go. Let’s meet this child named Montero.”
Then, Lil Nas X, donning a golden,
“This is a story about one of those special souls, and how one day, he found himself in music, and his music found us,” the voice said. “The greatest thing a human can do is to create — to create themselves, to be themselves, no matter how hard that may be. So let’s go. Let’s meet this child named Montero.”
Then, Lil Nas X, donning a golden,
Liveshot: Headliner Pink delivers energetic performance with too many covers
Fragmented lyrics and computer glitches blared from the American Express Stage speakers — a distorted mix that perfectly suited the wacky, eclectic nature of Pink’s ACL set.
Headliner Pink took the ACL stage Saturday night for a 90-minute performance of her most beloved hits — as well as classic throwbacks from other artists. The Grammy-winning pop-rock artist brought a confident stage presence that only comes from a seasoned performer.
From airborne somersaults to large beach balls bouncing t
Headliner Pink took the ACL stage Saturday night for a 90-minute performance of her most beloved hits — as well as classic throwbacks from other artists. The Grammy-winning pop-rock artist brought a confident stage presence that only comes from a seasoned performer.
From airborne somersaults to large beach balls bouncing t
Indie artist Blondshell talks ACL debut, vulnerability in songwriting
On Friday, rising indie singer-songwriter Blondshell made her ACL debut. Following her performance, The Daily Texan sat down with the Los Angeles-based artist to discuss her grunge influences, vulnerability in live performances and the choice to share personal works with public audiences.
The Daily Texan: Yesterday, you posted a playlist to your Instagram story called “Hard day easier.” What songs do you use to get hyped up before a show, and are there any specific songs you used to prepare you
The Daily Texan: Yesterday, you posted a playlist to your Instagram story called “Hard day easier.” What songs do you use to get hyped up before a show, and are there any specific songs you used to prepare you
Liveshot: French nu-disco band L’Impératrice closes out world tour with grandiose ACL performance
As the warm late afternoon sun descended upon the bustling crowd that seemed to stretch for miles, French music sensation L’Impératrice stepped on stage. In a matter of seconds, the nu-disco sextet electrified the sun-soaked audience with their psychedelic pop sound and engaging stage presence.
In the past few years, the French pop band L’Impératrice, founded in 2012, has garnered global attention. The group gained a new following of American listeners after their standout set at this year’s Co
In the past few years, the French pop band L’Impératrice, founded in 2012, has garnered global attention. The group gained a new following of American listeners after their standout set at this year’s Co
The best acts of Austin City Limits Festival weekend one
With the previously bustling Zilker Park clearing out for the start of a new week, Austinites come together to recover from weekend one of Austin City Limits, which kicked off the festival on a grand note. Artists curated cinematic production with narrative-driven sets, made political statements and played out great music into the fields of Zilker Park. From soul music to alternative pop, the Daily Texan compiled a list of the best acts from the first weekend of ACL.
R&B legend Jazmine Sullivan
R&B legend Jazmine Sullivan
Japanese Breakfast performed musically mystic, dreamy ACL set
A warm glow descended on the audience as Japanese Breakfast emitted a mosaic of sound, beautifully pushing and pulling vocal and instrumental melodies to create an almost cosmic experience. In their ACL performance on the T-Mobile stage, Japanese Breakfast curated a mellow, dreamy concert experience.
Toward the beginning of the band’s set, just before delving into “Tactics,” lead singer Michelle Zauner detailed her love for Austin, even saying her most charming musical experiences took place in
Toward the beginning of the band’s set, just before delving into “Tactics,” lead singer Michelle Zauner detailed her love for Austin, even saying her most charming musical experiences took place in
Liveshot: Bedroom pop artist spill tab enthralls audience with joyous, upbeat ACL debut
In what she deemed her “brunch set,” French Korean singer spill tab delivered a tidal wave of sound in her grandiose ACL debut. The versatile musician, also a tattoo artist, took to the Miller Lite Stage at Zilker Park at noon, kicking off the second day of ACL with an enchanting performance.
With a band consisting of a bassist, a drummer and a vocalist, spill tab herself alternating between guitar and ukulele, the band flooded the smaller audience with an impressive wall of sound, sending surg
With a band consisting of a bassist, a drummer and a vocalist, spill tab herself alternating between guitar and ukulele, the band flooded the smaller audience with an impressive wall of sound, sending surg
Liveshot: SZA closes out ACL’s first night with visually stunning headlining performance
Blue lights emitting from the Honda Stage sporadically shined through Zilker Park as the opening notes to “All the Stars” by SZA played for a crowd that seemed to stretch for miles. Her dancers soon appeared, bathed in blue light, moving in dramatic fragments to the song’s beat. The audience rumbled with cheers and applause as the spotlight lit up SZA while her bright, pointed voice rang out singing, “love, let’s talk about love.”
Headliner SZA closed out the first night of Austin City Limits M
Headliner SZA closed out the first night of Austin City Limits M
Liveshot: Jazmine Sullivan shines with spectacular soulful vocals in triumphant ACL debut
Crowds shoved their way forward, beaming in excitement as R&B legend Jazmine Sullivan made her way to the stage decorated in bright orange from head to toe. The crowd erupted, eagerly dancing to the opening notes of her early 2000s hit “Bust Your Windows.” Her strong belt rang out through Zilker Park as the whole crowd joined her in song. Full of energy and power, Sullivan stunned with effortless belts all while grooving to her own nostalgic hit.
With energetic hits from her discography both pa
With energetic hits from her discography both pa
Prep for Austin City Limits Festival with the Daily Texan ACL playlist
No ACL attendee can make it through the weekend without a lost voice and some slightly embarrassing singing videos. Considering this year’s impressive lineup of music icons and hitmakers, festival-goers will want to know as many songs as possible going into the event. For attendees skimming through Spotify in search of new favorites, The Daily Texan compiled a playlist of the best songs to listen to ahead of the festival — or even on the car ride to Zilker Park.
Infused with a hip-swinging rhyt
Infused with a hip-swinging rhyt
BIPOC artists to check out at ACL
With this year’s ACL Festival gearing up, a multitude of musicians will flock to Austin ready to give festival attendees an unforgettable show. This year’s festival boasts an extensive lineup full of diverse artists from across the nation. While festival-goers might be familiar with hall-of-fame musicians of color such as SZA, Lil Nas X and Jazmine Sullivan, the Daily Texan compiled a list of other BIPOC artists for attendees to check out in preparation for ACL.
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On the heels of his recent Tiny
“Do Revenge” masterfully delivers nostalgic, extravagant black comedy
Putting a modern spin on Alfred Hitchcock’s 1951 film “Strangers on a Train,” Netflix’s “Do Revenge” curates a delightfully messy, over-the-top revenge story. The black comedy follows unlikely friends Drea (Camila Mendes), the school’s resident “it” girl, and Eleanor (Maya Hawke), the offbeat outsider too cool to care about social rules. After a massive scandal sends Drea plummeting down the social hierarchy, the pair embark on mutual paths to help each other plot revenge on past and present wro
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