Cristina Moreno

I believe that “life” should always be used as an excuse for things. Did you get to work late? What happened? Life. Did you crash your car? What happened? Life. Did you start a blog entry and fail to complete it? What happened? Life!

In an effort to get some fun blogging in, I’m taking inspiration (read: totally ripping off) Dani Hampton’s, “Currently” series. That’s okay. She lovingly ripped it off from someone else. So here’s the first installation of Monday Night Digs! Don’t forget to let me know what you’re digging in the comment section!

As any dancer will tell you, it’s all about the shoes. From glittery heels to casual kicks, shoes offer the support, comfort and style needed for any performance. Three dancers talk about their must-haves in shoes and accessories.

It’s that time of year again. The time when thousands flock to Austin, Texas like a hoard of media-obsessed locusts. Time for South by Southwest.

With over 2,000 live acts from all over the world scheduled to perform, here’s a quick guide to some of the most buzzed about artists on our radar. These are the 25 performers you should see while you’re in Austin.

Last year, I dared the universe to bring it. The universe brought it. I lost. This year, I’m relying on myself–my stubbornness, my strength, my stupidity–to do something great.