The Lord Baltimores Need No Words
While many artists have used the pandemic and political unrest to come up with thought-provoking lyrics, a Texas duo is letting the music speak for itself, and choosing to forgo lyrics altogether.
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First Look: Neon Kitten Opens in Deep Ellum with Speakeasy Blackbird Society up Next
Dim Sum has finally arrived in Deep Ellum. In the space previously occupied by Beauty Bar, Neon Kitten offers small plates of dim sum, sushi and izakaya …
Tusing Brings It Home to Texas After Recording His Last Album in 3 Days
Just a week before the release of his second album, Driving to the Game, singer-songwriter Tusing is at Wild Detectives in Oak Cliff, where he’s set to perform just days later on Sept. 28.
Dallas’ Giovannie Cruz Finds Supporting Roles on Two Summer Blockbusters
You may see a familiar face in this year’s summer blockbusters. Dallas resident Giovannie Cruz secured supporting roles in two back-to-back Warner Brothers films this summer, The Suicide Squad and Reminiscence. And while these may be blink-and-you-miss it parts, Cruz’s star is on the rise, a journey 32 years in…
Elephant East to Open this Fall in the Harwood District; Meet the Chef
An adventurous new pan-Asian concept is landing in the Harwood District. Elephant East will open its doors later this fall and will be spearheaded by chef Thomas Griffin.
Stop Trying To Make Influencers Multi-Hyphenates
In the most recent episode of HBO Max’s The Other Two, aspiring actor Cary Dubek (Drew Tarver) tries to persuade agents to sign him on to a talent agency, only to be told they strictly represent “multi-hyphenates” (actors who can write, singers who can act, etc.).
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Dakota’s Iconic Steakhouse Returns
After a 16-month hiatus, Dakota’s Steakhouse is back and it’s beautiful, baby. New owner Meredith McEneny and chef Ji Kang are ringing in a new era of the iconic underground steakhouse.
After Rising From Deathcore, Fats’e Found His Voice in Hip-Hop
While many artists will tell you they’ve been playing music all their lives, this platitude rings true for 28-year-old Fats’e.
Fresh Ghosts Summons the Spirit of Denton’s Music With a Debut Album
When guitarist and recording engineer Alex Hastings first started making music, he had no idea what sounds he wanted to create.
First Look: Rye Offers Avante-Garde Cocktails and Small Bites to Savor
If you’re still waiting on your reservation for Apothecary, you’ll probably have better luck getting into Tanner Agar’s other concept, Rye.
‘I’m Freaking Out’ – Local Creators Respond to OnlyFans’ Ban on Adult Content
The pandemic created a surge of side hustles as people looked for ways to make extra money while quarantined at home.
Erin Kinsey Saves Face With New Single ‘Drunk Too’
While she may not be old enough to legally drink, 20-year-old Erin Kinsey uses alcohol as a crutch on her debut single “Drunk Too.”
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Filmmaker Said Abusaud Shines a Glowing Light on Minority Artists
When Said Abusaud first launched Afterglow Photography in 2015, he wanted to give Dallas a facelift through its arts scene, putting diverse artists and subjects at the forefront.
The Round Up Saloon Abruptly Closes Red Lounge, Leaving Queens Without Gigs
When the pandemic ordered LGBTQ+ bars closed, drag performers were forced to get creative, pivoting to online performances.
EB Rebel Wants Southern Hospitality and No Boxes
When EB Rebel left Dallas for Brooklyn in 2016, she carried her hometown with her, at least in her heart.
Black Pistol Fire Is Shooting For Fame in Texas
Last month, Austin-based duo Black Pistol Fire played Trees in one of their first shows since the pandemic began.
First Look: Music and Asian Cuisine Collide at Wok Star
Over in The Hill, Wok Star offers Chinese-inspired cuisine in a space honoring music legends, past and present. The space previously occupied by Nazca Kitchen contains a bright red aesthetic with paintings of icons like David Bowie, Lady Gaga and more.
We Need a Guitar Hero, and Zach Person Is Among a Crop of Austin Musicians Ready to Step In
Zach Person was a skateboarding kid in North Carolina when his friends turned him on to the music of Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. He was enticed by the sounds of the electric guitar, and when he began to take lessons, he took inspiration from BB King, Stevie Ray Vaughn and…
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Chefs Collaborate with Dallas 24 Hour Club on Cookbook to Support Addiction Recovery
Last year, when COVID-19 forced the Dallas 24 Hour Club to cancel their annual Dallas All-Star Chef Classic benefit dinner, they quickly had to come up with an alternative solution to raise funds for sober living.
Podcasters Say Sexual Health Is Taboo Among Latinx Communities Because of Machismo
Although casual hookups and encounters were strongly discouraged during the early stages of the pandemic, there’s never a bad time for sex education, especially as things, er, loosen up.
First Look at Apothecary, Greenville’s New Place to Be, If You Can Get In
Clandestinely situated on Lowest Greenville, in the space previously occupied by Wah Wah Room, Apothecary is an elegant new speakeasy concept from the minds behind Rye.
Fort Worth Is Having an All-Latin Music Festival for the First Time in 12 Years
Dallas-based artist manager Lorenzo Zenteno wants to shine a light on Latinx and Hispanic artists.