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Alex Gonzalez

Alex Gonzalez has been a contributor to the Dallas Observer since 2018. He is a Dallas native whose work has appeared in Local Profile, MTV News and the Austin American-Statesman. He has eclectic taste in music and enjoys writing about art, food and culture.

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Don’t Call Chef Toby Archibald’s Quarter Acre a New Zealand Restaurant

By Alex GonzalezFebruary 3, 2023

Lower Greenville’s newest restaurant, Quarter Acre, is the restaurant chef Toby Archibald has always wanted to open. Nestled between the small shops of the vibrant neighborhood,

Dallas Designers Dreamed of a Foot Locker Collab. They Didn’t Even Have To Pitch It.

By Alex GonzalezFebruary 3, 2023

When designers BB Velez and Rosa Rodriguez formed their streetwear brand Malcriadas Collective in 2019, part of their five-year plan was to get their clothes into Foot Locker stores. Back in November, they accomplished their goal just two years shy of their deadline.

How 88 Killa And Kali Flower Crafted a Cuffing Season Anthem

By Alex GonzalezJanuary 30, 2023

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Dallas musicians 88 Killa and Kali Flower have dropped a sweet new collaboration.

We Learned Tony Danza Is in on the Joke With Elton, and More, Ahead of His Greenville Show

We Learned Tony Danza Is in on the Joke With Elton, and More, Ahead of His Greenville Show

By Alex GonzalezDecember 15, 2022

This weekend, Tony Danza will be showing Dallas stages who’s boss. The TV legend will be bringing his Standards & Stories tour to Greenville this Saturday, Dec. 17.

Remy Reilly Navigates the Perils of Womanhood With <i>Avalanche</i>

Remy Reilly Navigates the Perils of Womanhood With Avalanche

By Alex GonzalezDecember 12, 2022

The year is 2017. A group of college interns, local artists and musicians are gathered at DaLat for PR agency Culture Hype’s semiannual karaoke party, unknowingly about to get sung under the table by a 14-year-old.

The Finch Is The Luxury Concept Mockingbird Station Has Needed For Years

By Alex GonzalezDecember 1, 2022

A new luxury concept has landed in Mockingbird Station. Milkshake Concepts, with other concepts including Stirr and Harper’s, comes The Finch, a modern American restaurant. Like most of Milkshake’s restaurants, The Finch has an eclectic air.

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Willie D’s Aims To Bring Back The Welcoming Ice House

By Alex GonzalezNovember 28, 2022

Knox-Henderson’s newest bar and grill, Willie D’s, aims to offer a unique, vibrant space for all of its regulars – the college students, the young professionals, and east Dallas natives who maintain the eccentric spirit of the neighborhood.

Impersonators Tell Us Their Wildest Experiences With Fans

By Alex GonzalezNovember 23, 2022

Dallas may not be Hollywood, but we certainly have our own selection of local stars – and locals who impersonate other stars.

North Texas Artists Weigh in on Why the Grammys Still Matter

By Alex GonzalezNovember 22, 2022

Last week, the nominees were announced for the 65th Grammys, and several Dallas-Fort Worth artists are up for awards at next year’s ceremony.

For One Filmmaker, Being Gay and Black in the Military Was an Experience Worthy of a Movie

By Alex GonzalezNovember 15, 2022

For his feature film directorial debut, director Elegance Bratton looked back on his own experiences. With The Inspection, he tells the story of his time in the Marines as a gay, Black man.

Dallas Musicians Sing About Their Breakups for Mental Health

By Alex GonzalezNovember 8, 2022

A group of Dallas musicians is using heartbreak to help others. This Wednesday, Nov. 9, Sarah Johnson will spearhead Heartbreak Heroes

Rapper Jovaun Is Carrying His Brother’s Legacy

By Alex GonzalezOctober 28, 2022

The last two years have been busy for Dallas rapper Jovaun. In June 2020, he lost his brother, rapper Uncle Skitz, shortly before dropping his debut album, 1PLAYAWAY.

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A Texas Short Film Shows a High School Student’s ‘Drive’ to Thrive Despite Disabilities

By Alex GonzalezOctober 24, 2022

Back when she was in high school, aspiring filmmaker Campbell Wilmot decided to capture the day-to-day life of her longtime friend, Rhyle McKinney, who was born with a hole in her soft cleft palate and with perforations in both of her ears.

What It’s Like To Play Rocky Horror‘s Dr. Frank-N-Furter For 20 Years

By Alex GonzalezOctober 13, 2022

The past two decades haven’t like a time warp for Jeff Wells, even though he’s going into his 20th year playing the same role: Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

With New Kitchen, Alexandre’s Serves Chick-full-gAy Sandwich on Sundays Only

By Alex GonzalezOctober 7, 2022

At long last, one of Cedar Springs’ most eclectic watering holes serves food. Built out of an old doughnut shop next door, Alexandre’s new kitchen is serving up bar bites and plates equally as lush as its cocktails.

Rafael Silva From 9-1-1: Lone Star Found His Way As a Queer Immigrant

By Alex GonzalezSeptember 22, 2022

While the Austin-set 9-1-1: Lone Star is actually filmed in Los Angeles, actor Rafael Silva will make his way to Texas this month.

12 Dallas Live Music Bars You Should Follow on Instagram

By Alex GonzalezSeptember 14, 2022

Behind all the astroturf walls and the neon light fixtures, the Dallas nightlife has a varied, and intriguing, Instagram presence.

Dallas Will Celebrate Trans Pride This Month With Drag Royalty

By Alex GonzalezSeptember 8, 2022

Dallas will celebrate the transgender community with the inaugural TX Trans Pride event, a partnership between Prism Health North Texas and Arttitude.

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Lamar Adot Thomas Wants Dallas To Embrace Hip-Hop in All Its Nuance

By Alex GonzalezSeptember 7, 2022

Lamar Adot Thomas is 10 albums in, and he’s still maintaining momentum. In the weeks leading up to his 10th effort, Sade Flow, the 33-year-old artist is feeling more confident than ever.

Dallas Producer LilJuMadeDaBeat Is the Beatmaker Behind Your Favorite Songs

By Alex GonzalezAugust 22, 2022

For the past four summers, producer Julian Mason has had radio in a chokehold. He’s better known as LilJuMadeDaBeat

Yasmin Wages on the Slow and Steady Success of Malai Kitchen

By Alex GonzalezAugust 22, 2022

The early days were a bit rocky, but today Malai is a staple in West Village.

Filmmaker Cheryl Nichols Isn’t Afraid To Tackle Tough Subjects

By Alex GonzalezAugust 19, 2022

Cheryl Nichols doesn’t shy away from difficult topics. In her latest feature film, Doula, she and her fiancé, writer and actor Arron Shiver

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