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Go West, Young Man

The top 10 restaurants in Westchase.

Paul Thomas Anderson, The Master's Master

Talking 70mm, Joaquin Phoenix, and researching Scientology for his sixth and most anticipated film

Michael Phelps: What the Heck Is He Listening To?

When he competes, U.S. Olympian Michael Phelps is usually seen walking into the arena with headphones on, blasting music in order to get him pumped up for the upcoming race. But what the hell is he listening to? It's rumored that Phelps is a huge rap and hip-hop fan, but there's no telling what is ... More >>

6 Non-Yank Bands Who Wrote American Anthems

Some of the most definitive "all-American" rock anthems were written by bands who not originally from the United States. Think about it... what are some rock and roll staples that remind you of our beloved country, which gave us the freedom to rock? "The Boys Are Back In Town" "We Are The Champions ... More >>

Finding Austin

The neo city on the hills is a far cry from its cheap pot, cold beer and low-rent former ways.

Last Night: Brett Dennen & Dawes At Fitzgerald's

Photos by Liana Lopez​Brett Dennen, Dawes Fitzgerald's May 5, 2011 While many celebrated Cinco de Mayo last night with margaritas and sombreros, Aftermath was at Fitzgerald's watching a folk-rock band and a pale, red-haired dude wearing a Golden State Warriors T-shirt. Nevertheless, we're use ... More >>

The Black Ryder Growing A Cult Of Its Own

The Black Ryder on Facebook​Hayden Scott, whom we met recently when he was drumming for Gram Rabbit at Last Concert Café in August, emailed Lonesome Onry and Mean to say that he's playing drums with The Black Ryder, the Sydney, Australia rockers who are opening The Cult's current tour. Accord ... More >>

Yes, They're Still Selling Vacuums Door To Door. And Not Exactly Answering Any Complaints About It, Either

So it's 2009, and apparently some people are still buying vacuum cleaners from door-to-door salesmen. And some of those folks aren't happy, based on Better Business Bureau complaints against a Houston-based Kirby Vacuum dealer called Dyro Productions.Frankly, Hair Balls was surprised that these cus ... More >>

Literacy Advance of Houston to Honor Hannah Storm

Every now and then I like to step away from the snark and write about something good that's going on. Today is one of those days. On May 1, 2009, Literacy Advance of Houston will be honoring ESPN SportsCenter anchor Hannah Storm as its Champion of Literacy as part of the organization's Champion ... More >>

Literacy Advance of Houston to Honor Hannah Storm

Every now and then I like to step away from the snark and write about something good that's going on. Today is one of those days. On May 1, 2009, Literacy Advance of Houston will be honoring ESPN SportsCenter anchor Hannah Storm as its Champion of Literacy as part of the organization's Champion ... More >>

Eaten Alive

Rent-to-own stores, pawnshops, payday lenders -- it's hope for sale, with interest

Songs of Planet Krypton

The Man of Steel's pop-culture appeal is inscribed in decades of lyrics

Wisdom of Solomon

A street preacher helps crack the meaning of the Sleepy Jackson's Lovers

Passport to Nowhere

Benjamin Flores wants to box in the Olympics. But he isn't a U.S. citizen, and he can't risk returning to Mexico.

Bang Your Head

The Yeah Yeah Yeahs finally catch big air with their new record

Vikter Duplaix

International Affairs v. 2.0 (Hollywood)

Will May Ever End?

Sweeps month brings startling news: strippers!

Thai Raid

In America, Thai dishes are being toned down. The Thai government wants to step in to stop it.

The Best Dim Sum in Guangzhouston

A new champion is crowned

Smoke Screen

Jane Campion's latest has much to say about nothing at all

Let the Games Begin

A lack of lodging. Snarled transportation. Searing summer heat. No matter. Houston boosters say the Bayou City will be unbeatable in the bidding for the 2012 Olympics.

Rocket Men

Two starry-eyed entrepreneurs shoot for the moon -- or at least for suborbital space

Heart of Glass

Too much symbolism (and too little sex) shatters Oscar and Lucinda

Static

Missing the Marx

Children of the Revolution and Commandments could've been great black comedies

Sweating to the Aussies

Tap Dogs invites you to get down with guys from down under

Independent Heaven

Touring Songs

Queens of Australia

Song and dance in the Outback, where guys will be gals