The Sound of Breakthrough {Buffalo Hunt}

Is the aim of art to represent truth? Words Janine Stankus | Photos Eric MoralesWords Janine Stankus | Photos Eric Morales It’s an age-old question at the heart of much philosophical debt. Stephanie Hunt has always been traipsing after truth in her work as an actress, a writer, and the musician known as Buffalo Hunt....

The Sound of Breakthrough {Los Coast}

Focusing on the music of words Words Jessi Devenyns | Photos Baptiste Despois Experimental, psychedelic beats drive the soul of Los Coast’s melodies, but it is words that form the heart of their music. With frontman Trey Privott’s soulful voice arranged amid funky, energetic grooves, this genre-crossing music is built on little moments that call...

2024 Music Issue Feature

The Sound of Breakthrough {Deer Fellow}

A confluence of sounds & styles Words Ben Haguewood | Photos Eric Morales It’s hard to tell where the duo behind Deer Fellow ends and the other begins. Matt and Alyssa’s voices, like instruments, interchange, blend, rise and fall in ways that few duos can achieve. If listeners are lucky enough to catch a live...

2024 Music Issue Feature

February & March Calendar 2024

13 Things We Love in February & March Words by Alison Bryce Flora CapsuleFebruary 10, 3pm & 6pmCelebrate Valentine’s Day with a hands-on floral craft with Plant Party’s Flora Capsule. This class walks couples through how to design a one-of-kind Valentine Capsule after starting with some bubbly and sweet treats from a local bakery. Can’t...

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Lucky 7: Tried & True

Long-time Eastside Establishments Words Tanya White | Photo from Cisco’s With almost 200 restaurants and bars opening in Austin in 2023, one might forget the go-tos that built this city’s reputation for impeccable flavors. Get ready to try our top picks for tasty temptations that have been open for years, consistently delivering incredible food experiences....

2023/24 Love Where You Live

Funny Business {ColdTowne Theater}

World-class barbecue, legendary live music scene, and general weirdness Words Abby L. Johnson | Photos Baptiste Despois Austin is known for all of these, and improv comedy is joining the list of the city’s most notable characteristics with ColdTowne Theater adding to East Austin’s clever creativity in its new Eastside location. For 15 years, ColdTowne...

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We are currently accepting applications for a spring and fall semester internship focused on digital media and editorial. To apply, please send application materials to will@eastsideatx.com For more information, see below. __________________________________________________________________ DIGITAL MEDIA/Editorial INTERN Eastside Magazine is looking for a qualified intern to join our team for the duration of the spring 2024 semester. We...

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Rising Action [Nicole Blair Architect]

Perched in Poise Words Christopher Ferguson, AIA A lofty addition takes flight over an existing bungalow for an East Austin couple seeking studio space without sacrificing their yard and luscious gardens. “We knew it was going to be complicated, but we knew we had to do it,” beams Dylan Robertson, remembering the first moment he...

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6 Best Social Clubs

Community, A Priceless Commodity Words by Deven Wilson | Photo from Fierce Whisker The feeling of exclusiveness may be the hoity-toity aspect of why some people covet a club, but there’s a priceless benefit to membership at these Eastside social clubs. From private courtyards to open pickleball courts, there is something for every eclectic East...

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Whet Your Whistle {at Whisler’s}

Cocktails for Every Season Words Tanya White | Photos Baptiste Despois Whisler’s has been delivering unique cocktail creations since tire shops dotted the corners of East Austin. The entire team at Whisler’s is consistently referred to as trendsetters, not followers, offering a unique beverage experience for every visitor time and time again. Collaborative creativity leads...

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