Almost Real Things

Almost Real Things
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We are gathered here today to celebrate creative exploration and collaborate with people of a unified pursuit: improvement of life through doing. So do. Make. Create. There is no definition. There are no limits.

Austin Hip-Hop-Pop Sensation Jonny Jukebox is Answering Our Call

Jonny Jukebox describes Austin as his “musical home.” He’s a native Texan and has been performing all over the city for the last four...

Electro Tribe Trio Trouble in the Streets is Out of this...

Nnedi Nebula, Andy Leonard and Kenny Schwartz are the dynamic trio behind the genre-defying group Trouble in the Streets. The Austin band has created a...

The A-Side and B-side of Austin Music Maverick Julian Acosta

For the last year, Julian Acosta has been traveling, reflecting and writing his new record. But this didn’t start as a planned trip. Julian hopped...

_OF COLOR is Bringing the Community Together to do Big Things

_OF COLOR is solidifying their legacy in Austin through their dedication to authenticity, community and transparency. Since 2018, they have devoted themselves to uplifting the...

Meet the Artists of Issue 24 and Find Out Why They...

There is value in all art. Supporting art on a local level is an essential part of preserving the culture of a city, especially one...

Elaine Alonzo’s Star Crypts Unlocks Your Empowered Alter-Ego

The Star Crypts NFT Project is a super collaboration of photography, painting, storytelling and digital art. Born from the mind of Elaine Alonzo, the Star...

Get to Know the ART Ahead Program’s Creatives

We’re looking towards the future with our brand new mentorship program, ART Ahead. Our ART Ahead Accelerator provides resources, opportunities and a stable, community-driven support...

Catie Lewis is Making Art to Discover Her Roots

Issue 24 cover artist Catie Lewis is discovering herself in her paintings. We first met Catie in 2018, right after she moved to Austin. Catie...

Hong Kong Wigs is Energizing Austin’s Rock Music Scene

Power trio Hong Kong Wigs–Jon Fitcher, Anastasia Wright and Adam Lee Galvan–played their first show on Halloween 2018 and never looked back. Hong Kong Wigs...

How The Gonzos are Following their Dreams Through Eclectic Alternative Rock

Erick Soberanes, Brian Garcia and Andrea Zaramella are the powerful trio behind The Gonzos. Their influences span genres and generations, from Led Zeppelin to BB...