Christopher Duggan, Boise State University

With ‘Phantom Palace,’ Kevin Johnson introduces his own brand of ‘time travel pop.’

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

How a soulful Austin pop band makes transcendence feel like dancing.

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

After years of jamming together, the fun-loving Austin band is ready for their festival debut.

Jonathan Christian, Northwest Vista College

For the Austin musician, it’s about so much more than the fame.

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

After taking a hiatus to explore other creative pursuits, Melinoe is back with a new single, ‘Cyclones,’ and fresh new sound.

Valeria Garcia, University of Texas at Austin

A film festival focusing on showcasing the best of South Asian cinema is taking the world by storm.

Alex Johnson, New York University

The 24-year-old white male took his life yesterday, March 22, before he could be apprehended by the authorities.

Alex Johnson, New York University

The bombings have killed two African-American males, aged 39 and 17, and have critically injured a 75-year-old Hispanic woman.

Mark Stenberg

The Austin band’s third album marks a shift toward a more jazz-forward mindset, though without sacrificing a hint of its deep-synth sound.

Alec Esteban Cudmore, St. Edward’s University

The graphic design major channels the influence of Keith Haring into his collage and assemblage work, most of which is done on untraditional canvases.

Andy Winder, Brigham Young University

Though only five songs long, the album flexes an emotional maturity that enhances, not disturbs, its playful bounce.

Rebecca Friou, University of New Orleans

Featuring students from UT and Texas State, what the foursome lacks in formality they make up for in chemistry and instinct.

Jackson Peoples, University of Texas at Austin

Alongside friend Bradley Vaught, the University of Texas student is putting Austin coffee roasting on the map.