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August 24, 2023

Beyond BTS: Korean indie-rock scene comes to Houston and the world

Plus: Alison Cook reviews Gatlin's Fins & Feathers; 'Gran Turismo' races into the multiplex  ͏  ͏  ͏
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Beyond BTS: Korean indie-rock comes to Houston and the world

K-pop has become a global phenomenon but there's another side to Korean music: indie-rock. And it's coming to Houston in the form of the band Wave to Earth. Here are 10 Korean rock acts to check out.

Labor Day, the last holiday of the summer, is coming up. Why not spend it in the self-styled "playground of the Southwest," Galveston? Here are some reasons why you should.

There have been so many high-profile restaurant openings lately and this week Alison Cook heads to one of the most anticipated: Gatlin's Fin & Feathers.

One of the big movies coming out this week is "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story," in which a kid raised on video games becomes a race-car driver. Should you see it?

We catch up with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Will Smith's former partner in rhyme, who is coming to town for an all-star celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop at the Toyota Center.

Also: Yes, you can take a class at Rice University about Taylor Swift; so how much are the cheap tickets for Beyonce's Houston concert?; Keanu Reeves is bringing his band, Dogstar, to Houston; Houstonians line up to keep Mytiburger alive.

Have a great weekend! 

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Cary Darling, Arts and Entertainment Editor

cary.darling@houstonchronicle.com


Things to do in Houston

Daniel Kim of Wave To Earth performs at Pentaport Rock Festival on August 06, 2023 in Seoul, South Korea.

Photo by: Photo By Justin Shin/Getty Image/Getty Images

Beyond BTS: These 10 South Korean rock acts are taking off

Wave to Earth, playing The Ballroom at Warehouse Live Sept. 1, is one of several indie performers expanding the image of what Korean music can be.

Beach goers walk along the jetties near Galveston's Pleasure Pier on Monday, March 6, 2023 in Galveson.

Photo by: Brett Coomer/Staff Photographer

Galveston tries to live up to 'Playground of Southwest' slogan

The motto, once prominently displayed on the railroad bridge linking Galveston with the mainland, may be making a comeback. Here's why.

 Archie Madekwe in a scene from

Photo by: Gordon Timpen/Associated Press

Racing film 'Gran Turismo' is sleek, shiny, fun but runs on fumes

The latest film from Neill Blomkamp is based on a true story of Jann Mardenborough, a 'Gran Turismo' gamer who became a real race-car driver. Read the review.

DJ Jazzy Jeff

Photo by: Steve Dykes

DJ Jazzy Jeff brings 'F.O.R.C.E.' of hip-hop history to Houston

He will also share the bill with DJ Z-Trip, Big Boi, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Goodie Mob and Juvenile. Craig Lindsey talks with him.

A drum major with the Tennessee State University's Aristocrat of Bands perform during the National Battle of the Bands at NRG Stadium, Sunday, August 29, 2021, in Houston. The event was created to be the nation's best kick-off to the fall marching band season by showcasing new performances of the country's top marching bands.

Photo by: Karen Warren/Staff Photographer

Top things to do in Houston this weekend, from Battle of the Bands to Houston Dash

Our weekend top picks also include Corey Holcomb, the annual Tattoo and Body Art Expo and Urban South HTX's Summer Dream Bash.

Charlie Robison

Photo by: Todd Purifoy

Andrew Dansby's top 5 Houston concerts this week: Charlie Robison

Here are the recommended shows that are coming to Houston.

Helen Mirren plays Israeli prime minister Golda Meir in

Photo by: Sean Gleason/Courtesy Of Bleecker Street/Shiv

Cary Darling's new film recs: 'Gran Turismo,' 'Golda' lead the latest releases

'Retribution,' 'Blippi's Big Dino Adventure,' 'The Hill' are also landing on our screens.


Where to eat

Fried catfish at Gatlin's Fins & Feathers

Photo by: J.C. Reid, Contributor

Alison Cook: Gatlin's Fins & Feathers still has some work to do, but the catfish is delightful

Unfortunately the Independence Heights restaurant seems understaffed and still in the process of figuring out what it wants to be, says Alison Cook.

Harlon Brooks, the founder of Harlon's BBQ in Houston, is dead at 79.

Photo by: Courtesy Harlon Brooks Family

Harlon Brooks, founder of Harlon's BBQ in Houston, dead at 79

Harlon's BBQ once had locations throughout Houston and was the first Black-owned business to operate as a food vendor at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Read more about him.

El Bolillo Bakery will mark its 25th anniversary on Airline Drive in the Heights on Aug. 23 with half-off conchas all day and free slices of tres leches cake.

Photo by: El Bolillo Bakery

El Bolillo Bakery gears up for 25th anniversary with half-off conchas

The Heights location on Airline will offer free tres leches cake and half-price conchas on Aug. 23. Here are the details.

Customers place their order at Myti Burger, a diner in Garden Oaks, following a Facebook plea from its owner on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023 in Houston.

Photo by: Elizabeth Conley, Staff Photographer

Houstonians line up to keep beloved burger stand Mytiburger alive

The 56-year-old burger stand in Garden Oaks put out a call for help as it struggles to stay open. And the consumer cavalry arrived.

La Lucha is offering soft serve Nutella ice cream and crinkle cut French fries as a dessert option on its 2023 Houston Restaurant Weeks menu.

Photo by: Greg Morago

Houston's top restaurants offer twist on Wendy's Frosty and fries

La Lucha and Nancy's Hustle restaurants are weighing in on the old school indulgence of ice cream topped with crispy hot French fries. Greg Morago indulges.

Bread Zeppelin, specializing in salads and stuffed baguette sandwiches, is now open at 1700 Lake Plaza Dr., at City Place in Spring.

Photo by: Michael Anthony

Bread Zeppelin sandwich shop opens new Houston location

Bread Zeppelin's signature stuffed baguette sandwiches and salad bowls now available in the Greenway neighborhood.


Best of the rest

Taylor Swift performs for The Eras Tour at NRG Stadium in Houston, Friday, April 21, 2023.

Photo by: Jamaal Ellis, Contributor

Taylor Swift class being offered at Rice University in Houston

The class is open to all undergraduates but is already full — no surprise  — with several students on a waitlist. Joey Guerra tells you more.


Beyoncé Renaissance tour: What are the cheapest Houston ticket prices?

Keanu Reeves and band Dogstar to perform next month in Houston

Watch: Gael GarcĂ­a Bernal and Bad Bunny star in 'Cassandro'

Oliver Anthony's sudden success with conservative anthem highlights US political divide

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