Chief Cleopatra Video “Belushi” Syncs as Protest Soundtrack

Premiere recontextualizes ATX singer’s “revolution”

"...by police – both locally and nationally. Soul-rock artist Chief Cleopatra now revisits those caustic scenes with a video..."

Dec. 7, 2020 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

SXSW Music Spotlight: Chief Cleopatra

The expressive soul-rock singer from Corsicana grows new roots in Austin

"...a love-drunk cowboy bellowing out his sorrows. But not Chief Cleopatra. Instead? The expressive soul-rock singer – aka Jalesa..."

March 11, 2022 Music Feature by Morgan-Taylor Thomas

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Liberty Lunch Reunion, Genesis Owusu, Poppy, Chief Cleopatra, Georgia Parker, Monte Luna, and more

"...all night long.  – Tim Stegall Rock the Park: Chief Cleopatra & Strawbitty YopsMueller Lake Park Amphitheater, Friday 8..."

April 8, 2022 Music Column by Tim Stegall

What We're Listening to Right Now

Ayo Tamz, Blushing, Whookilledkenny, Chief Cleopatra, and more have us dialed in

"...to see a return on his investment.– Clara Wang Chief Cleopatra's fiery "Dreamlights"..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Music Column by E. Ryan Ellis

We Asked Writers To Review Bands They’d Never Seen Before at Free Week in Austin

First looks at Dregs, Chief Cleopatra, Exotic Fruits, Nuclear Daisies

"...her unflinching gaze. Catcallers be damned.  – Nayeli Portillo Chief Cleopatra Spins Golden Grooves..."

Jan. 9, 2023 Music Post by Nayeli Portillo

Austin Musicians of Color Talk About the Pandemic's Outsized Impact on Their Communities

COVID-19 extends into all realities of Austin's pervasive inequality

"...Jalesa Jessie, who performs as Chief Cleopatra, falls into the "essential" worker category through an..."

June 19, 2020 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

Timbeko, Shinyribs, TC Superstar, an Exquisite Corpse, and more recommended shows for the week

"...hip-hop experimentation. Fest newcomers Joey Tea, Chucky Blk, and Chief Cleopatra join the mix before DJs Noamiash and Nov31...."

Dec. 30, 2022 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

SXSW 2023 Announces Thao, Armani White, Blondshell, and Otoboke Beaver

Among 191 acts on the festival’s first artist list

"...Tony, Austin-sourced announced participants are: Being Dead, Big Bill, Chief Cleopatra, Colin Gilmore, Die Spitz, Fragile Rock, fuvk, Jad..."

Oct. 19, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Hot Summer Nights at Cheer Up Charlies

"...Chief Cleopatra, Mama Duke, and Jane Leo took the stage..."

Aug. 9, 2022 Photo Gallery

Your Field Guide to the 101 Essential Acts at SXSW

Scroll eternal through the best and buzziest artists at the fest

"...Claire Rousay Los Bitchos Sloppy Jane Mattiel La Doña Chief Cleopatra Jackie Venson Sam Doores Kareem Ali Ural Thomas..."

March 11, 2022 Music Feature by The Chronicle Music Staff

With the Music Lineup Rolling Out, South by Southwest 2022 Finally Feels Real

Maxo Kream, Monaleo, W.I.T.C.H., and Vitreous Humor highlight drop

"...Bill, Blushing, Buffalo Hunt, Buffalo Nichols, Caleb De Casper, Chief Cleopatra, Curse Mackey, Go Fever, Graham Reynolds (listed solo..."

Oct. 20, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

SXSW Music Adds the Chats, Boyo, Babeheaven, and Bongeziwe Mabandla

Artists broadcasting from “unusual, as well as iconic, settings”

"...the local scene crops up appearances from Carson McHone, Chief Cleopatra, the Deer, Greyhounds, Holy Wave, J Soulja, JaRon..."

Feb. 23, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

We Have an Issue: Gold in Them Thar Hills

In this week’s issue, the story behind the quest to become the first purveyor of buffalo mozzarella in Central Texas

"...Music Video Premiere: Watch soul-rock artist Chief Cleopatra's "Belushi" video, featuring footage from the summer protests..."

Dec. 11, 2020 Column by Kimberley Jones

SXSW Accelerates Into Weekly Artist Lists

Naked Giants, Ghost Wolves & Saint Phnx top 111 new reveals

"...Arya, Austin Basham, Beat Root Revival, the Blowies, Bourbonnais, Chief Cleopatra, Christine Renner, the Cuckoos, Deanna Wheeler, Jay Wile,..."

Jan. 23, 2020 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

We Asked Writers To Review Bands They’d Never Seen Before at Free Week in Austin

First looks at Dregs, Chief Cleopatra, Exotic Fruits, Nuclear Daisies

Jan. 13, 2023 Music Feature by Nayeli Portillo

Free Week 2023

"...Chief Cleopatra during Free Week at Stubb's on January 6,..."

Jan. 9, 2023 Photo Gallery

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

The Point, Ben Buck, and some holiday options highlight this week's recommended shows

"...midnight) are Aces ... of Spades. – Julian Towers Chief CleopatraHotel San José, Thursday 22..."

Dec. 23, 2022 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A few fests, Nineties Brits, AfroTech, and more shows worth seeing

"...Wale also perform during AfroTech's maiden voyage to Austin. Chief Cleopatra and Mélat notably represent the local scene.  –..."

Nov. 11, 2022 Music Column by Kriss Conklin

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

ATX Queer Music Fest, Ovey Fest, New Candys, Bryan Carter, and more local shows worth seeing

"...special backing band including Oh Antonio's Andrea Ballard and Chief Cleopatra's Tre Pham. Upping the cohesion of over 10..."

Aug. 5, 2022 Music Column by Abby Johnston

Faster Than Sound: 10 New Things to See at Hot Summer Nights

New bands, new names, and new releases among the hundred-plus free-entry acts

"...Cheer Up Charlies, Thursday 4with Chief Cleopatra, Mama Duke, Jane Leo, Felt Out..."

Aug. 5, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

I Will Be Heard: Mama Duke

Lyricist thriving at the intersection of Black, female, and gay wants Austin to "feel this energy"

"...Nights music series, where she’ll share a bill with Chief Cleopatra and Jane Leo. Then on Saturday, August 6,..."

July 29, 2022 Music Feature by Kriss Conklin

The Best Music We Saw at SXSW on Saturday

Ukraine's KAZKA, Fuck Money, Shawn Mendes, Beck, and more

"...Alongside performances by the Azerbaijani Qarabagh Ensemble and Austin’s Chief Cleopatra, Ghost Wolves, and Jackie Venson, Zaritska debuted her..."

March 20, 2022 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

The Austin Chronicle Hair of the Three-Legged Dog Day Party 2022

"...Chief Cleopatra..."

March 19, 2022 Photo Gallery

Dog Days: The Chronicle’s Hair of the Three-Legged Dog Day Party Reminds Us That Music is Mankind’s Best Friend

Yard Act, Surfbort, and hometown vibes at Hotel Vegas

"...been on my live list for a while now, Chief Cleopatra. Standing confidently on her singing talent, Cleo doesn’t..."

March 19, 2022 SXSW Post by Gary Lindsey

Ukrainian Vocalist Whose Band Missed SXSW for Military Service Gets Assist From Austin’s Music Community

Austin Stands With Ukraine happens Saturday at Speakeasy

"...with garage duo the Ghost Wolves and soul-rock breakout Chief Cleopatra. Austin musicians Bryan Ray (guitar), Ryan Hagler (bass),..."

March 17, 2022 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Crucial Concerts SXSW Week Edition

Our favorite showcases and unofficial parties for the rest of the week

"...local connections: Our Austin-sourced stars include engaging soul-rock artist Chief Cleopatra, toting new EP Luna on Park the Van..."

March 18, 2022 Music Feature by Thomas Fawcett

Scenes From the First Weekend of SXSW 2022

"...Chief Cleopatra at the Light House presented by Lightstream at..."

March 14, 2022 Photo Gallery

2021/2022 Austin Music Awards Winners

You voted – here's Austin's favorite artists, albums, and more

"...Nominees: Alexalone Animals on TV Chief Cleopatra Nuevo Musician of the Year: Charley Crockett..."

March 8, 2022 Music Post by James Renovitch

We Have an Issue: Verde! Listos!

Inside our Austin FC season preview package; plus the return of the Austin Music Awards and the Chronicle's SXSW day party

"...That lineup features Yard Act, Surfbort, TC Superstar, and Chief Cleopatra, as well as libations from Hornitos and Daysmith..."

Feb. 25, 2022 Column by Kimberley Jones

Crucial Concert Countdown: New Year’s Eve Edition

"...of warmth and melancholy," as well as soul-rock singer Chief Cleopatra, and members of psych troupe Nolan Potter's Nightmare..."

Dec. 24, 2021 Music Column by Greg Stitt

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