Award-Winning Documentary ‘To Use a Mountain’ Premieres at DCTV in NYC

Peace activists standing at the entry to the Nevada National Security Site. Photo: To Use a Mountain, LLC, used with permission.

New Documentary Spotlight: TO USE A MOUNTAIN

Facet, Narrow Vision Endeavors, and Correspondent Productions Present:

TO USE A MOUNTAIN

Director, Cinematographer, Editor: Casey Carter
Producers: Colleen Cassingham, Jonna McKone
Executive Producers: Brett Story, Maida Lynn, Ryan Krivoshey
Format: Feature Documentary | USA, 2025 | 99 Minutes

Release & Screening Information

Theatrical Release: Opens theatrically at DCTV in New York on Friday, August 21, with a regional theatrical expansion to follow.
VOD Release: Coming in 2027 via Grasshopper Film.
Community Screenings: TO USE A MOUNTAIN is currently screening with frontline communities across the country confronting issues of nuclear waste, nuclear weapons production, and next-generation nuclear projects initiated in response to the energy demands of the AI data center boom.

Festival Accolades

Visions du Réel (Switzerland) — World Premiere | Special Jury Award, International Competition
Dallas IFF (Dallas, Texas) — Documentary Feature Competition
DOXA (Vancouver) — Best Feature Honorable Mention, ParaDOXA Forum
IDFA (Amsterdam) — Best of Fest
Big Sky (Missoula, Montana) — Official Selection
And many more…

Synopsis

In 1982, six rural communities across the United States were notified that all of the nation’s nuclear waste might be buried beneath them forever. (EG PR, 2026)

Faced with a mandate to isolate the waste for 10,000 years, the Department of Energy mapped, analyzed, and assembled its assessments, while the unsuspecting stewards of sacrificial territory found themselves fighting for their homes, health, history, and dignity.

In the end, one site was chosen: a desert ridge in Nevada called Yucca Mountain, on the unceded lands of the Western Shoshone. After decades of controversy, construction at Yucca Mountain was halted, and to this day, no permanent solution has been devised for America’s 90,000 tons of high-level nuclear waste.

Against the impassive logic of government analysis and archives, TO USE A MOUNTAIN assembles a people’s history of resistance and stewardship through a visceral journey across the landscapes, ecologies, and personal histories of the candidate sites. Farmers, miners, citizen scientists, Native American leaders, and activists—each with a story bound to this enduring threat—stand in stark contrast to the cold, silent machinery of bureaucracy, in a meditation on resistance, memory, and the timeless struggle between power and place.

About the Filmmaker: Casey Carter

Casey Carter is a filmmaker and interdisciplinary designer whose work engages nonfiction storytelling in film and video, photography, data visualization, and cartography. His work centers around themes of governmentality, geography, environmentalism, and personal subjectivities.

Prior Work & Background

His short films—TWO BOYS AND A DREAM (2023), TWO PRISONS (2020), and THE RIGHTS OF NATURE (2019)—have screened at festivals including Revolutions Per Minute, SF Shorts, Salem, Ashland Independent, and Hong Kong Film Art.

He holds a B.S. in Physics and a B.S. in Photography from Middle Tennessee State University, as well as a Master of Architecture from the University of Michigan.

Grants & Recognition

His work has been supported through grants and fellowships from institutions including:

Sundance Documentary Film Program
International Documentary Association (IDA)
UnionDocs Center for Documentary Art
New York Foundation for the Arts
The Marble House Project
Monson Arts
The Redford Center
SFFILM
Flies Collective

Genghis Tron Announces New Album ‘Signal Fire’: Everything You Need to Know

Genghis Tron releases long-awaited new album Signal Fire. Photo: Aaron Jones, used with permission.

Genghis Tron Return to Face the Present on Signal Fire

For almost two decades, Genghis Tron bandleaders Michael Sochynsky and Hamilton Jordan have gazed into the future and imagined what the world would look like after the extinction of our species. It’s an outcome that has long troubled, but also inspired, them to steer the pioneering outfit in breaking new ground with each successive release, moving from the genre-smashing electro-grind of 2008’s Board Up the House to the lush, pummeling hypnosis of 2021’s Dream Weapon. (another side, 2026)

Now, with their fourth full-length album, Signal Fire—co-produced and mixed by Seth Manchester (Model/Actriz, Battles, Big Brave)—Genghis Tron awakens us from the post-apocalyptic daydreams of their previous work with a violent, and most welcome, shove.

This time, the distant-future reveries give way to an unsettling awareness of the present we’re actually living, as our circumstances grow too pressing to try and escape.

“Signal Fire envisions a Kojima-esque dystopia of endless proxy warfare, where the deluge of available information has outmoded the human ability to parse it. A world where those amoral, shameless, and cunning enough can literally reshape the reality at their whim through sheer insistence.”

— Tony Wolski, vocalist and lyricist

A Visceral Evolution

Roaring onto the scene in 2004 with a uniquely demented blend of extreme metal, synthesizer textures, and drum-machine madness, Genghis Tron are no strangers to making a forceful impression. But Signal Fire marks the first time the band—joined again by Wolski and Nick Yacyshyn (SUMAC) on drums, plus newcomer Kenny Szymanski (The Armed) on bass—has captured this level of urgency with such visceral precision.

Through their contributions to 2021’s Dream Weapon, Wolski and Yacyshyn (who joined the band in 2020, replacing former vocalist Mookie Singerman and the band’s drum machine) had already proven themselves to be indispensable to the full realization of Genghis Tron’s vision.

Refining the Craft

Twenty years into their career, having proven their ability to forge common ground between Ministry and Aphex Twin, between Brutal Truth and Boards Of Canada, and between Cluster and Converge, ugly-beautiful new genre hybrids from Genghis Tron no longer come as a surprise.

What’s remarkable, however, is how Sochynsky and Jordan have taken a project that started in 2004 as a dorm-room genre-pastiche experiment, “a chaotic, wild amalgamation of all our favorite stuff, literally slammed together,” says Jordan, and refined their songwriting craft to deliver a sound that is unmistakably their own.

Sochynsky and Jordan acknowledge that their approach to songwriting is, at its core, the same it has always been: trading ideas, whether on synths, programmed beats, or guitars. The crucial difference? Genghis Tron now sounds like an actual band.

On Signal Fire, Genghis Tron has never sounded more unhinged, more alive, and more free to continue upending everyone’s expectations in service of making compelling music.

Signal Fire track list:

I Am All
Signal Fire
Future Worship
Like Fotocrom
Tomorrow Mirage
Nothing Blooms in the Hollow
Without Form
Born Prey
A Love So Pure
New Gods

Live at the Gunter: Catch Western Soul Artist Angel White in San Antonio

Gunter Hotel announces new headliner for August 8 concert – Angel White. Photo: Daniel Kelleghan Photography, used with permission.

Concert Update & Lineup Announcement: Angel White to Headline Live at the Gunter

Due to an unforeseen medical emergency, Rattlesnake Milk has canceled their headlining performance at the Gunter Hotel on August 8. The hotel looks forward to welcoming them back for a future show. (Gunter Hotel, 2026)

The Gunter is pleased to announce that acclaimed singer-songwriter Angel White will headline the evening in their place.

Meet the Lineup

Angel White (Headliner): A fifth-generation Texas singer-songwriter, Angel White characterizes his musical style as “western soul,” striving to innovate and present country music in a fresh light. Blending R&B, pop, and Western influences into a sound uniquely his own, White earned recognition for his genre-defying style and captivating live performances after honing his voice busking on the streets of Deep Ellum in Dallas.
Mockingbird Express (Opener): The South Texas trio brings a genre-bending “freak blues” sound that fuses blues, psychedelic rock, and vintage Texas influences into an electrifying live set.

Event Details & Schedule

Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location: The Crystal Ballroom (2nd Floor) at the Gunter Hotel

205 E Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78205

Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Mockingbird Express: 7:30 PM
Angel White: 8:00 PM

Ticket Information

General Admission: Tickets are available for $65 [HERE].
Current Ticketholders: You may keep your existing tickets, which will be fully honored for Angel White’s performance. If you prefer a full refund, you will be contacted directly by the ticketing platform.

Make it a Weekend: The “Live at the Gunter” Getaway Package

Turn the concert into a full weekend experience with a limited-time getaway package for the night of August 8.

The “Live at the Gunter” Package Includes:

A pair of concert tickets
Access to a Studio Tour
A commemorative event poster
A $25 food and beverage credit
Discounted valet parking

Enjoy an evening in the historic Crystal Ballroom paired with an unforgettable stay at one of Texas’ most storied hotels. [Book the Stay Package HERE].

A Storied Musical Heritage

This series is another example of the Gunter Hotel’s commitment to honoring its deep musical roots while investing in the future of music in San Antonio.

In-Room Vinyl: Every guest room features a record player alongside a copy of Robert Johnson’s legendary first album, which was recorded at the hotel in 1936.
Vinyl Lending Library: Guests can explore nearly 1,000 records curated by onsite Vinyl Ambassadors, accomplished DJs, and devoted music aficionados.
Live Local Music: Stop by Bar 414 for weekly live music showcasing the sounds of San Antonio and Texas.

About the Gunter Hotel

The Gunter Hotel, a historic San Antonio landmark for over 116 years, reopened in fall 2025 following a $57 million renovation. Blending rich heritage with modern luxury, the reimagined hotel features 311 guest rooms (including 30 suites), a cutting-edge recording studio, a vinyl library, and four distinctive dining concepts: Jots, Keystone Club, Bar 414, and Paris Baguette.

She Rides Shotgun Digital & 4K Release Date

Taron Egerton’s She Rides Shotgun will be released in 4K on August 18. Photo: Lionsgate

Digital Release Alert: She Rides Shotgun

Where can you run when there’s nowhere to hide?

Taron Egerton stars as Nate, an ex-con on the run, in the new gritty action-thriller She Rides Shotgun. Based on Jordan Harper’s acclaimed 2017 novel of the same name, the film follows Nate as he tries to protect his 11-year-old daughter, Polly (Ana Sophia Heger), while being pursued by unrelenting enemies—including a corrupt sheriff who double-deals as the brutal leader of a criminal gang. (EG PR, 2026)

As Nate teaches Polly how to fight and survive, she teaches him what unconditional love truly means in an intense, moving story about loyalty, strength, and redemption.

Quick Details

Detail	Info
Genre	Thriller
Rating	Rated R
Running Time	120 minutes
Physical/Digital Release	August 18 (Lionsgate 4K + BD + Digital)
Status	Available for pre-order

Where to Watch: She Rides Shotgun is currently available to stream digitally on Amazon Prime Video, Fandango, Apple TV, MGM+, and more.

Cast & Crew

Cast: Taron Egerton, Ana Sophia Heger, Rob Yang, John Carroll Lynch
Directed by: Nick Rowland
Written by: Jordan Harper, Ben Collins, Luke Piotrowski
Produced by: Brad Weston, Collin Creighton, Nate Matteson, Hiro Murai, Taron Egerton

4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Release Technical Specs

Special Features: Official Trailer
Format: 16×9 (2.39:1) Presentation
Audio: English 5.1 DTS HD Master Audio, English Descriptive Audio
Subtitles: LAS (Latin American Spanish)
Closed-Captioned: No
Year of Production: 2025
Copyright: She Rides Shotgun © 2024 Fifth Season, LLC. Artwork & Supplementary Materials ®, ™ & © 2025 Lions Gate Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Family Summer Fun at Pearl San Antonio: Story Time, Mini Golf, and More

Enjoy fun & free summer activities at Pearl Park. Photo: Pearl, used with permission.

Beat the Heat: The Ultimate Family Summer Guide to Pearl

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained before summer winds down? San Antonio’s historic Pearl offers an array of kid-friendly activities and events for all ages, and most of them are completely free. (Pearl, 2026)

From hands-on pizza-making classes and weekly story times to splashy water play areas, Pearl has plenty of daily spots and programming to help your family make the most of the season.

Pro Tip for Parents: Enjoy free parking Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM in all surface lots!

Make a Day of It: Highlights & Weekly Programming

Start your afternoon by letting the kids get their zoomies out with a round of mini golf at the new Pearl Putt, then wind down with a family culinary experience side by side with local chefs.

Here is what is currently on the summer lineup at Pearl:

Miss Anastasia’s Story Time: Head over to The Twig Book Shop every Friday for lively, interactive storytelling that keeps young minds engaged.
Refresh and Relax: Beat the Texas summer heat at Gustav’s Geysers at Pearl Park for fun water play, or kick back at 1100 Springs Plaza, which offers plenty of shade perfect for an outdoor family picnic.
Quick & Easy Dining: Pop into the Food Hall at Bottling Dept. for a quick lunch that caters to even the pickiest eaters.
Family Pizza Nights: Held Mondays and Tuesdays from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Fife & Farro. Kids 12 and under can join a hands-on pizza-making class with the restaurant’s chef team for just $20.
Music & Dancing: Catch kid-friendly concerts or dance the night away at Stable Hall. Events range from Two Step Tuesdays to special themed shows like the upcoming Moonlight Princesses—a tribute to the worldwide phenomenon KPop Demon Hunters.

Ready to plan your trip? Explore the full lineup at the Kids’ Guide to Pearl.

About Pearl

Built on the site of the former historic Pearl Brewery along the banks of the Museum Reach of the San Antonio River Walk, Pearl is one of San Antonio’s most dynamic destinations. Known for its iconic plazas, chef-driven restaurants, locally owned shops, and vibrant live entertainment, Pearl showcases the creativity and spirit of San Antonio’s chefs, artists, musicians, and makers.

The neighborhood’s architectural gems—including the original 1894 brewhouse and stable—are home to the MICHELIN Two-Key and Five Diamond-rated Hotel Emma, as well as Stable Hall, a standout live music venue. At the heart of Pearl, Pullman Market features acclaimed culinary concepts, including two MICHELIN-starred restaurants.

As a driving force for San Antonio’s hospitality, culinary, and cultural scene, Pearl welcomes more than 5 million visitors a year to experience unique dining, distinct retail, nationally recognized weekend markets, vibrant residential communities, innovative office spaces, and the San Antonio campus of the Culinary Institute of America.

Emma Ruth Rundle Announces New Album ‘These Killing Times’

Emma Ruth Rundle debuts ‘Enough’ video/single. Photo: Mason Rose, used with permission.

Emma Ruth Rundle Announces New Album These Killing Times, Drops Scathing Single “Enough”

Multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, poet, and multidisciplinary artist Emma Ruth Rundle has officially announced her sixth full-length studio album, These Killing Times, set for release on September 18 via her own imprint, Errant Child. (another side, 2026)

Alongside the announcement, Rundle debuted the cutting lead single, “Enough.”

Listen: “Enough”

“Enough” showcases Rundle’s signature ability to fuse gentleness with intensity. Opening with a hypnotic drum rhythm courtesy of Jess Gowrie (Chelsea Wolfe), the track is driven by a deep-toned acoustic guitar riff that offers a deceptive sense of calm.

As Rundle’s voice enters, a distinct note of optimism swells during the increasingly impassioned choruses, ultimately building to a crushing heaviness featuring a tormented saxophone performance by Patrick Shiroishi. It is a track that offers comfort, even as its underlying message proves scathing.

“‘Enough’ is inspired by ‘The Man Who Sold The World’—and in a retelling of the story of Elijah, we imagine him as an Elon Musk-type figure. We ask: is not the whole world enough? We ask the many gods to unleash vengeance and carry this man away into the angry sky, piece by piece.

This song is a reflection of the times we live in and is a vision for the dispensation of the billionaire class. The world belongs to all beings.” — Emma Ruth Rundle

The Music Video

Conceived by Rundle in collaboration with artists Mason Rose, Blake Armstrong, and Mitch Wells, the accompanying music video for “Enough” showcases a stark gothic theatricality.

Evoking an atmosphere as if Nosferatu had landed in the world of legendary puppeteer Jim Henson—a major visual influence for the record—the video depicts Rundle haunted by a creature known as “The Companion.” The dark, romantic visuals are further heightened by a series of frames reminiscent of classic stop-motion animation.

About These Killing Times

Electrifying, emotional, and charged with anti-patriarchal feminist rage, These Killing Times arrives as a reactive anthology, bristling, full of life, and rooted in resistance. Pre-Order/Pre-Save here.

While the new record possesses a spirit of defiance, it retains the tenderness, rawness, and vulnerability that resonated with so many on her globally acclaimed 2021 album, Engine of Hell.

These Killing Times marks a return to a full-band setup, creating a sonically powerful accompaniment to Rundle’s more direct vocal style. The album’s instrumentation is brighter and more urgent than ever before, featuring an impressive lineup of collaborators:

Jess Gowrie (Chelsea Wolfe, Mrs. Piss) – Drums
Troy Zeigler – Percussion / Collaboration
Patrick Shiroishi – Saxophone
Nick Reinhart (Tera Melos)
Gina Gleason (Baroness)
Marissa Nadler
Lukas Frank (Storefront Church)
Amelia Baker (Cinder Well)

Longtime collaborator Sonny Diperri (My Bloody Valentine, Trent Reznor), who has worked with Rundle across multiple releases over the last decade, returned to record the album.

Community Over Isolation

Written as Rundle watched from afar the devastating effects of climate disasters unfold in early 2025, she reflected on the root causes of global catastrophes and made a conscious choice to lean toward hope. Where outside forces tempted her toward isolation, she reached outward to create a project that acknowledges pain while offering community and resilience in response.

“I wanted to feel fortified by friendships and to be in community with other musicians—to make something that pushed back against the isolation,” Rundle shares.

These Killing Times confronts questions of intention, systemic capitalism, the rise of Christian nationalism, and political discourse. Yet running alongside the anguish is love—acting as a balm, a tonic, and a means of escape.

Outside of her music discography, Rundle continues her work as an established visual artist and author, following the 2025 release of her debut poetry collection, The Bella Vista (Unnamed Press).

Fall Tour Dates Announced

Emma Ruth Rundle will hit the road this autumn for a full-band headlining tour across North America in support of These Killing Times, kicking off in November. Cinder Well will support all headlining dates.

The headlining run follows Rundle’s solo support tour alongside All Them Witches throughout October.

These Killing Times track list:
1 – Powerless
2 – God’s Picture
3 – Anvil
4 – Catherine Wheel
5 – Don’t Delay Heaven
6 – Enough
7 – Human Kindness
8 – Oceans of Time

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San Antonio’s Iconic Gunter Hotel Joins Marriott Bonvoy After Major Renovation

In celebration of this milestone, the hotel debuts a special limited-time room package designed to introduce guests to the reimagined property. Photo: Daniel Kelleghan Photography, used with permission.

San Antonio’s Historic Gunter Hotel Joins Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio Following $57M Renovation

San Antonio’s historic skyline just got a major refresh.

The Gunter Hotel has officially transitioned to Gunter Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, joining Marriott Bonvoy’s global collection of independent properties renowned for their character, design, and local roots. (Gunter Hotel, 2026)

The milestone marks an exciting new chapter for the downtown icon following an extensive $57 million renovation. Originally established in 1909, the hotel has welcomed guests for over 116 years, beautifully balancing its rich heritage with a sleek, modern guest experience.

“We are thrilled to officially join Tribute Portfolio and become part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global family of independent hotels. This transition allows us to preserve the unique spirit and legacy of The Gunter while introducing our story to a broader audience of travelers seeking authentic, memorable experiences.”

— Jiwon Choi, Gunter Hotel Owner and Managing Director at Axle Capital

Where History Meets Music

Located in the heart of downtown San Antonio, the reimagined Gunter Hotel features 311 thoughtfully designed guest rooms, including 30 suites, alongside four distinct dining concepts: Jots, Keystone Club, Bar 414, and Paris Baguette.

Paying homage to its storied musical legacy—including the legendary 1936 blues recording session by Robert Johnson—the property now offers:

A state-of-the-art on-site recording studio
A curated vinyl record library
In-room record players for guest enjoyment

Limited-Time Room Offer: Restored. Reimagined. Remarkable.

To celebrate its official debut, the Gunter is offering a special package available to book now through December 31, 2026 (blackout dates apply).

The package includes:

Up to 26% off the Best Available Rate
A complimentary champagne toast for two upon arrival
Full access to the hotel’s Vinyl Library
Free entry to weekly live music performances
Late checkout (subject to availability)

What’s Cooking Inside: Summer Treats & Hamilton Cocktails

Whether you’re visiting San Antonio or live right down the street, there are plenty of delicious reasons to step inside the Gunter this season.

1. Paris Baguette’s Summer & Boursin Menu

Located inside the hotel—just steps from the Riverwalk—the French-Korean bakery Paris Baguette is dishing out seasonal specials through Tuesday, August 25.

Lemon Blueberry Collection

Lemon Blueberry Mochi Donut
Lemon Blueberry King Cream Donut
Lemon Blueberry Tart & Chiffon Cake
Drinks: Iced Blueberry Macchiato, Iced Matcha Latte, Blueberry Lemonade Refresher

S’mores Collection

S’mores Supreme Croissant & Belgian Waffle
S’mores Chocolate Marshmallow Layer Cake
Drinks: Iced S’mores Latte & S’mores Frappe

Savory Boursin Garlic Cheese Collab

Smoked Salmon & Boursin Garlic Cheese Croissant
Grilled Chicken & Boursin Garlic Cheese Wrap
Boursin Garlic Cheese Quiche with Grilled Chicken
Boursin Garlic Cheese Salad

Photo: Paris Baguette, used with permission.

2. Themed Cocktails for Hamilton at the Majestic

Broadway’s Hamilton is taking the stage at San Antonio’s Majestic Theatre, located directly across the street from the Gunter.

To mark the occasion, the hotel’s elegant Keystone Club is serving up two exclusive Hamilton-themed cocktails:

🏛️ Founding Father Fizz ($15): No. 3 London Dry Gin, St-Germain, lime juice, simple syrup, and Prosecco.
⚔️ The Revolution ($16): Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Green Chartreuse, sweet vermouth, and bitters.

Whether you need a pre-show drink or a post-curtain nightcap, Keystone Club is the ultimate theater-night pit stop.

Plan Your Visit

Location: Downtown San Antonio, TX (across from the Majestic Theatre)
Book the Package: Visit the Gunter Hotel’s website to lock in up to 26% off your stay.

DJ Qualls Battles the Undead in Lionsgate’s New Horror Thriller ‘Turning Point’

Turning Point will be available On Demand and Digital on August 25. Photo: Lionsgate, used with permission.

Movie Premiere: DJ Qualls Stars in the High-Stakes Horror Thriller Turning Point

If you’re looking for a horror movie that refuses to play by the rules, Turning Point deserves an immediate spot on your watchlist. Fusing the nail-biting suspense of a home invasion thriller with the relentless chaos of a zombie outbreak, it delivers edge-of-your-seat tension from start to finish.

Every knock at the door and every shadow could spell disaster, creating a gripping atmosphere that never lets up. Packed with intense action, unexpected twists, and high-stakes survival, Turning Point offers horror fans a fresh, adrenaline-fueled experience that stands out in a crowded genre.

A Simple Heist Becomes an Absolute Nightmare

Directed and written by Joshua Wagner, Turning Point is a claustrophobic, high-tension thriller coming directly to Digital and On Demand courtesy of Lionsgate. (EG PR, 2026)

The story follows two thieves trapped inside a house with a mutating victim. To stay alive, they must rely on a bizarre neighbor in a race against time before they become the monster’s next meal.

“There is danger in the night, but the true terror is inside the house.”

Official Synopsis

Margot and her partner-in-crime break into a home, only to find themselves locked inside with the owner, who is in the middle of transitioning into a zombie. They must find a way out before they become the ghoul’s first victims. Their only hope for survival is a bizarre neighbor with expert knowledge of the undead and the lingering flicker of humanity in their mutating stalker.

Cast & Crew

DJ Qualls as “Casper” (Road Trip, Hustle & Flow, The Man in the High Castle)
Jillian Lee Garner
Mike Apple
Shane Brady (Ballers, Synchronic, Doctor Sleep)
Lydia Hearst (The Haunting of Sharon Tate, Z Nation, Slayers)
Sanchita Malik (Happy Anniversary, Love, Escape the Night)

Film Specifications

Detail	Information
Title	Turning Point
Street Date	August 25, 2026
Release Format	Video on Demand / Electronic Sell-Through (Lionsgate)
Genre	Thriller / Zombie Horror
Rating	R (Violent content, gore, language, and some drug use)
Running Time	87 minutes
Director & Writer	Joshua Wagner

Exploring 400 Years of Tejano History: Inside the Briscoe’s Landmark New Exhibition

Tejano Legacy, the Briscoe’s largest exhibition yet, kicks off with a free community event. Photo: Briscoe Western Art Museum, used with permission.

Discover Tejano Legacy: A Landmark New Exhibition at the Briscoe Western Art Museum

San Antonio, TX — The story of the American West didn’t begin with the cowboy. It began centuries earlier through the people, cultures, and traditions that shaped the region long before the United States was established. (Briscoe Western Art Museum, 2026)

Beginning July 24, the Briscoe Western Art Museum invites visitors to experience that story through Tejano Legacy: Another American Origin Story, a landmark bilingual exhibition exploring nearly 400 years of Tejano history, culture, and identity through exceptional works of art and rare artifacts. The exhibition will remain on view through January 18, 2027.

Expanding the Story of the American West

Tejano Legacy brings together more than 100 paintings, sculptures, saddles, maps, weapons, and historical objects from private collectors and museums throughout the United States and Mexico.

Developed by the Briscoe in collaboration with scholars, collectors, and lending institutions, the exhibition expands the traditional narrative of the American West by exploring generations of Tejanos whose influence endures today in:

Ranching & Horsemanship
Language & Vocabulary
Music & Culinary Traditions
Everyday Life Across Texas & Beyond

“Tejano Legacy is more than an exhibition. It is an invitation to experience a richer, more complete understanding of the American West…”

— Liz Jackson, President and CEO of the Briscoe Western Art Museum

What Makes This Exhibition Special?

Unprecedented Access: Several works considered part of Mexico’s cultural heritage are being displayed in the U.S. for the very first time.
Multimedia Storytelling: Features an original documentary by National Geographic filmmaker Jeremy Zipple.
Bilingual Catalog: A comprehensive companion text offering multi-perspective historical context.
Milestone Event: Marks the museum’s most ambitious curatorial project since opening in 2013.

Experience Tejano Legacy Beyond the Gallery: Programs & Events

The Briscoe is hosting a full schedule of hands-on learning, music, lectures, and family activities. Programs are included with museum admission unless otherwise noted.

🥂 Opening Weekend & Special Events

Exhibition Preview Party
- When: Thursday, July 23 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Tickets: $35 Members | $55 Non-members (Free for Supporter level $125+)
- Details: Enjoy light bites, drinks, and an exclusive first look alongside guest curator Gabriela Gámez and CEO Liz Jackson. Also celebrates photographer John Dyer’s companion exhibition Selena Forever / Siempre Selena.
National Day of the Cowboy Honors the Vaquero (Free Admission!)
- When: Saturday, July 25 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Details: Renamed Día Nacional del Vaquero, this free family-friendly event explores how Spanish and Mexican horsemen established the foundational ranching and horsemanship traditions of the American cowboy. (Online pre-registration recommended).

🏛️ Guided Tours & Masterclasses

Curator Gallery Tours with Gabriela Gámez
- When: Thursdays — July 30, Aug. 27, & Sept. 24 @ 2:00 PM
- Details: Free with admission. Gain behind-the-scenes insights into featured works and collection curation.
Painting Masterclass with Gladys Roldán-de-Moras
- When: Saturday, August 22 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tickets: $100 Members | $135 Non-members

🌙 Thursday Evenings at the Briscoe

Enjoy extended evening programming exploring culture, history, and music (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM):

July 30: Tracing Your Roots (Genealogy workshop | Free with admission)
August 6: Exploring Tejano Heritage (Free with admission)
August 27: Celebrating Selena (Free community concert with 512 Degrees Band)

🎨 Family Adventures & Locals Days

San Antonio and Bexar County residents enjoy Free Admission on the first Sunday of each month!

Sunday, Aug. 2:
- Full STEAM Ahead: Talavera Tiles (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
- Scout the Briscoe: (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Sunday, Sept. 6:
- Full STEAM Ahead: Spanish Missions (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)
- Scout the Briscoe: (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Companion Exhibition: Selena Forever / Siempre Selena

Illustrating the enduring impact of Tejanas, this companion exhibition features iconic, monumental photographs by San Antonio photographer John Dyer, capturing Selena Quintanilla-Pérez during her rise to international stardom between 1992 and 1994.

🎬 Siempre Tejano Summer Film Series

Included with general admission; shown on the third Sunday of August. Tickets include complimentary movie snacks and beer provided by Ranger Creek.

Sunday, Aug. 16 @ 2:00 PM — Take It Away: The Rise and Fall of Tejano Hollywood (2025)
- This acclaimed documentary explores the influence of legendary TV host Johnny Canales, whose show helped launch the careers of countless Tejano artists, including Selena.

Plan Your Visit

Located on the historic River Walk near La Villita in downtown San Antonio, the Briscoe Western Art Museum preserves and presents the art, history, and culture of the American West.

Location: 210 W. Market St., San Antonio, TX (River Walk)
Exhibition Dates: July 24, 2026 – January 18, 2027
Tickets & Event Info: Visit the museum website for complete calendar details, parking, and admission info.

Photo: Briscoe Western Art Museum, used with permission.

Milwaukee Trio Snag Is One of Modern DIY Hardcore’s Most Unique Voices

Snag shares music video for new LP album opener ‘Unarrest Me.’ Photo: Samer Ghani, used with permission.

Heavy Emo with a Purpose: Milwaukee’s Snag Returns with All The Cages Holding Us Will One Day Turn To Dust

Since their formation in 2016, Milwaukee trio Snag has quietly carved out their own unique space in the DIY underground. They have quickly become a favorite of listeners hungry for emotional hardcore that delivers far more than just aimless chaos. (another side, 2026)

On All The Cages Holding Us Will One Day Turn To Dust—the band’s third LP and first for Deathwish Inc.—Snag continues to develop their signature brand of heavy emo, expanding melodically and texturally without losing an ounce of their edge.

Turning Inward: Personal Struggles and Physical Cages

While Snag’s lyrical approach has historically focused on broader, universal themes like climate anxiety and apocalyptic dread, All the Cages… shows the band looking inward. Many of the tracks draw heavily on the members’ personal experiences with chronic illness and mental health obstacles.

The central motif of cages weaves its way throughout the record. On the album opener, “Unarrest Me,” the cage is literal: a physical jail cell.

“The song is a POV of a wrongful arrest—the confusion, the panic, and the sheer inhuman reaction from the arrester. This song musically tells an eerie story within itself. It sets off on a journey and ends abruptly at its peak.”

— Samm Szymborski (Guitarist/Vocalist)

Bassist and vocalist Peter Murphy emphasizes the visual and thematic story behind the track’s music video:

“The concept for the video is ‘collective liberation through mutual aid.’ The symbols of zip ties and blindfolds against flashlights and sprints put a finer point on the idea that every free person can help free another person.”

Music as an Action Plan

From the very beginning, acting on their message has been central to Snag’s ethos. Their lyrics aren’t just art, they are invitations to active involvement.

The Self-Titled LP: Came packaged with a lyric sheet, a book of matches, and an envelope of seeds encouraging listeners to grow habitats for pollinators.
All the Cages…: Features a partnership with the Florida-based organization Wire of Hope. The record includes individually labeled envelopes addressed to inmates, inviting listeners to become prison pen pals.

“The logic that says a corporation can destroy the planet to extract profit from it systematically is the same basic logic that says humans can be systematically caged for profit,” Murphy explains.

“It’s probably safe to say every person who hears this album is a lot closer to being incarcerated than to being one of the billionaires that seek ever more control. We thought we could make that connection much more explicit with a homework assignment in the record insert—and hopefully foster friendship and connection as well.”

Expanding the Sonic Palette

The intentionality behind the band’s message extends directly into the music. Snag has always been far more than a mere throwback band, consciously pushing boundaries in a subgenre that often struggles to move past the influence of its forebearers.

All the Cages… recalls the dynamic, progressive energy of acts like Majority Rule, Welcome the Plague Year, and Kidcrash, while forging its own distinct path.

“We made a decision a long time ago to simply make the music that we like and to not try to fit into genre conventions. That decision gave us permission to try different instrumentation and stylistic approaches to songs, which resulted in a few unusual moments on this album.”

— Peter Murphy

A Decade of DIY Resilience

A decade into their existence, Snag remains one of the most unique and vital voices in modern DIY hardcore. The band members’ commitment is deeply personal, they need the music just as much as the music needs them. At its core, they simply haven’t grown bored with the artform that captured their imaginations as kids.

“When we started the band we were in some of the most depressive periods of our lives, and it offered an outlet, camaraderie, and hope. It hasn’t stopped since.”

— Wysocki

All The Cages Holding Us Will One Day Turn To Dust track list:

Unarrest Me
Debilitated
Pray for Peace
Suburn
Juneberry
Whisper
Shelf Life
Paris, WI
Foam Cup, Pt 3
Cages
Cages (Reprise)

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