Well, it’s been a hell of a week, Dallas. While the country continues flinging mud via social media regarding President-elect Donald Trump (and while we ALL get used to saying, and typing, “President-elect Donald Trump”), maybe disconnecting for a night or two will do us some good. Because no matter…
As we inch closer to the day of reckoning, let’s all breathe a huge sigh of relief that this most historical election will be all said and done Nov. 8. That is unless the unyielding republican, Donald Trump, follows through with his claim to reject an electoral loss, throwing us…
As we emerge from a hazy-eyed Halloween hangover this weekend and into the month that kicks off the holiday season, Dallas is prepared to put us right back into the swing of things with some great concerts. Make a path through the now-neglected hanging decorations and cobwebs to check out…
For some adults, Halloween usually includes more hangovers than costumes. But this week offers plenty of cool parties to get dressed up for, namely Granada Theater’s Day of the Dead Costume Bash. But if caked-on white face makeup and fake blood don’t pique your interest, feel free to enjoy this…
Dallas has definitely got a diverse group of music acts stopping through this week. Between the mass appeal of Luke Bryan and Texas roots-based artists at the country festival the Ranch Bash, anyone looking to hear some fiddles and sad songs are pretty much covered. On the opposite end of…
The State Fair of Texas is in full swing, which means justifying eating deep-fried everything just got a lot easier. But limiting the amount of beers and brats this month is probably a good thing, and with the shows happening in Big D, there are plenty of reason to spend…
As Dallas now turns its attention to all things black and orange with the beginning of October, it may be hard to put off those trips to the wonderfully tacky, seasonally popular Halloween stores popping up all over the place. But with the first week of the spooky month offering…
With the coming and going of Oaktopia and the beginning of Austin City Limits, it’s busy season for music festivals. But you don’t have to pack up and drive the hours-long journey to Austin for good live music. Rap-ravers Die Antwoord and hard rock alums Thrice are stopping through town…
This week marks the start of fall. Usually small talk about the weather is awkward at best, but this is something to look forward to. Especially because this week also marks the fourth annual Oaktopia fest in Denton. Navigating through one set to the next will be a little easier…
Anyone who’s been perusing the Dallas Observer’s extensive music calendar listings lately has likely noticed an influx of great artists stopping through town and local acts playing more gigs. There’s something about this time of year that brings about so many good shows. This week only further proves the point…
September’s here and things are getting exciting as Dallas gears up for the cooler autumn months ahead. It’s not quite time to bust out the sweaters and pumpkin spice lattes, but no matter; a three-day weekend is plenty reason to get in the spirit, and there are plenty of concert…
Shake, shake, shake your booty this week, Dallas, and get down tonight (or tomorrow night, or the next). Yep, if it isn’t obvious already, KC and the Sunshine Band is funking things up this week, thanks to Mark Cuban’s concert series at The Bomb Factory. But if you can’t find…
Summer is officially over in exactly one month, but that’s not saying too much for Texas. The oppressive heat should linger for several more months. There’s been a lot of wet weather lately, however, which means an outdoor show this week may mean trudging though a little mud — but…
For students, this week likely marks the end of another summer and the beginning of overpriced text books and early-morning alarms. It’s a farewell to late nights and lazy mornings, maybe, but not to great shows. Lose the blues and indulge in one last hurrah or three with the likes…
With election years comes a plethora of arguing, protesting and bumper stickers and this year is proving that to be especially true. Between scrolling past endless Facebook rants and figuring out which topics you probably shouldn’t discuss with your family, why not escape this crazy world with some live music?…
By now, anyone with a Netflix account has binge watched Stranger Things and may not know what to do with themselves. Don’t worry, though, because there are plenty of other things to do in this town besides sitting on the couch. Why not find out in person if Steven Tyler’s…
This week offers up a parade of pop fun for all the ’90s kids out there. Blink-182, Rascal Flatts, Alien Ant Farm and Edwin McCain are coming through town to help you relive your salad days. Take the train and catch some Pokemon on the way, just be careful not…
There’s no doubt Dallas concert goers are getting spoiled this week. And with events lately, we damn well deserve it. Along with the big shows coming through town, namely Drake, Pitbull and Modest Mouse, Granada Theater’s hosting a show for $5, and you get a free beer with the ticket…
Music has a way of bringing people together. After the tragedy that rocked Dallas in recent days, the people of our city need that healing energy as much as ever. It’s a great chance to celebrate diversity, too, with a music calendar that’s all over the map. From early-’00s boy…
Dallasites see a lot of big acts coming through town. Why are we surprised? This town’s got some big venues and a well-earned reputation for throwing some elaborate parties. And this week is no different, even if it starts off a holiday. After July 4, Dallas plays host to the…
It’s no secret that the work days before a holiday, especially one illuminated in fireworks and smothered with barbecue, seem to drag on. We’re a whole week away from celebrating America’s 240th birthday, but don’t let that get you down. Whether revisiting the glory days of ’80s metal with Quiet…
Cover bands are the pinnacle ideal for music super-fans and subversives alike, allowing them to feel closer to their favorite bands or play the songs the way they should’ve been played in the first place (in their minds, at least). What better way to spend a night than getting a…
