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Preston Barta

Preston Barta has been a journalist in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 2010. He has contributed to several media outlets, including 92.1 KTFW, the North Texas Daily, Fresh Fiction, and the Denton Record-Chronicle. As a member of the Critics Choice Association and the Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics Association, he is actively involved in media critique.

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Queued up: The North Texas artists you need to keep an eye on

By Alec Spicer and OthersJuly 23, 2026

Catch ’em around town while you can, because these 12 artists represent the future of the Dallas-Fort Worth music scene.

Texas author turns defiance into blood and glitter in ‘Hot Girl Murder Club’

By Preston BartaJuly 21, 2026

Bestselling thriller author Ashley Winstead talks about revenge and her newest novel ahead of her July 21 book tour stop at Interabang Books.

Frisco’s best-kept secret plays every song you know

By Preston BartaJuly 20, 2026

Would you rather pay $5 to be on the rail for a cover band, or spend your entire rent for seats with an obstructed view? We know a place.

Where to see ‘The Odyssey’ on 70mm and 35mm film in Dallas

By Preston BartaJuly 17, 2026

Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” is playing on real film in Dallas, and we went inside local theater projection booths to see the magic.

Half a year of wonders: The 10 best movies of 2026 (so far)

By Preston BartaJuly 16, 2026

From a Dallas-born ghost story to a time-traveling comedy, these are the films that have defined the year thus far.

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Texas named one of the worst states to live in 2026

By Preston BartaJuly 15, 2026

We didn’t think the percentage of residents who don’t have health insurance is what they meant by “everything is bigger in Texas.”

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DJ Diesel, aka Shaq, is coming to Dallas as part of his ‘Texas takeover’

By Preston BartaJuly 14, 2026

The NBA legend just announced a four-date, all-Texas tour slated for September.

8 Dallas-area liminal spaces that could have been the set for “Backrooms”

By Preston BartaJuly 14, 2026

A24’s smash hit “Backrooms” is back in theaters with 16 new minutes. Here are 8 North Texas liminal spaces that look like they could have been the film set.

Six Flags’ new Tormenta Rampaging Run is open, so obviously we had to ride it

By Preston BartaJuly 9, 2026

After some delays, Six Flags Over Texas’ new world-record-breaking dive rollercoaster is here to make North Texas scream again.

Sunrise Academy builds a sound big enough to transcend their Texas roots

By Preston BartaJuly 8, 2026

Dallas DIY indie-pop duo Yakob Dye and Julian Sol Jordan talk about their upcoming album releasing this month and why one chord is plenty.

A new meetup on the Katy Trail pairs strangers for a friendly stroll

By Preston BartaJuly 6, 2026

Walk & Talk Social turns the Katy Trail into a weekly meet-and-mingle without the ice-breakers, apps or dating butterflies.

Poor David’s Pub keeps the music playing as David’s daughter inherits the legacy venue

By Preston BartaJuly 2, 2026

One of Dallas’ longest surviving live music venues begins a new chapter as its founder passes the keys to his daughter. Now, she needs help turning the lock.

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Sweat the setlist, not the summer: 10 DFW venues worth beating the heat for

By Preston BartaJuly 1, 2026

A suitable thermostat setting might not be top of mind when deciding to catch a concert. But then again, this is Texas.

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Joshua Ray Walker refuses to be counted out, and ‘Ain’t Dead Yet’ proves it

By Preston BartaJune 29, 2026

The Dallas country artist talks about his new album, prophetic lyrics and a fall homecoming.

The Polyphonic Spree will cram wonder and whimsy into upcoming Fort Worth show

By Preston BartaJune 26, 2026

Tim DeLaughter and Mark Pirro have been forced to find ingenious ways to fit their very large sound in very small rooms.

Turnover took us to the future at a sold-out Tulips

By Preston BartaJune 25, 2026

Turnover’s Wednesday night show traded nostalgia for newness by bringing to life some of their best music released in nearly a decade.

North Texans created ‘Wishbone’, now they’re honoring the talking dog with a documentary

By Preston BartaJune 23, 2026

A new documentary called ‘What’s the Story, Wishbone?’ reveals how Dallas’ creative community built the beloved ’90s PBS show. 

Universal Kids Resort promised family thrills, but delivered a $550M concrete carnival

By Preston BartaJune 23, 2026

Universal Kids Resort opens July 1 in Frisco, but the previews have sparked online backlash over barren theme design, no shade and lots of concrete.

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A splashy field guide to North Texas’ 5 best water parks

By Preston BartaJune 22, 2026

Skip the rankings. We break down the best local waterparks by thrill, shade, price and crowds so you can pick your perfect summer splash.

10 movie dads who taught us how to love

By Preston BartaJune 19, 2026

From George Bailey to Marlin the clownfish, we honor the screen fathers who truly got it right this Father’s Day.

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The 2026 State Fair Main Stage has the craziest lineup we’ve ever seen

By Preston BartaJune 19, 2026

No one goes to the State Fair of Texas for the music, but maybe this year they should.

7 concerts to take Dad to this Father’s Day weekend

By Preston BartaJune 18, 2026

Dads love music so much they got an entire subgenre of rock named after them. Take Dad to a concert this weekend for a holiday he won’t forget.

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