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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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Toto, Christopher Cross, and Men at Work Bless the Dad Rock Gods in Irving

By Preston BartaAugust 19, 2025

The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory rewound the tape deck to the ’80s, delivering unforgettable sounds from rock legends.

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Claire Morales Releases Lost in the Desert and Charts Her Psychedelic Odyssey

By Preston BartaAugust 19, 2025

Claire Morales’ first album in seven years is a multimedia journey of self-discovery and sonic evolution.

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Collective Soul and Live Let Their Party Animal Light Shine in Irving

By Preston BartaAugust 14, 2025

Collective Soul and Live’s first co-headlining tour since 2008 had Our Lady Peace and Greylin James Rue join them.

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Heart Attack Man, The Dirty Nil Pump Punk Rock Blood Into Deep Ellum’s RBC

By Preston BartaAugust 6, 2025

Four bands, one rockin’ night: Global punk mayhem ignited in Dallas’ tucked-away venue.

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Primus, MonoNeon Let Their Freak Flags Fly at The Bomb Factory

By Preston BartaJuly 31, 2025

Goblin rock and funk took over Dallas with a kaleidoscopic carnival of sound-a spectacle of basslines and bombast.

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Oso Oso Makes Every Dollar of Their $10 Tour Worth It at Club Dada

By Preston BartaJuly 27, 2025

Oso Oso’s Dallas stop delivered heart, humor and a decade of pop-punk brilliance-all for the price of a burrito.

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The Soul of North Texas: A Journey Through the Dallas Country Music Scene

By Preston BartaJuly 25, 2025

Four North Texas artists share how Dallas’ country music scene shapes their sound and keeps its legacy alive.

From TikTok to Terrifying Cinema: DFW Creator Kris Collins Brings New Horror Film to Life

By Preston BartaJuly 18, 2025

Kris Collins channels her love for horror and the haunting charm of the Dallas-Fort Worth countryside into her chilling feature debut, House on Eden.

Dashboard Confessional Steals the Spotlight From Goo Goo Dolls at Dickies Arena

By Preston BartaJuly 17, 2025

In a night of nostalgia, Dashboard Confessional’s heartfelt energy outshone Goo Goo Dolls’ seasoned charm.

The Psychedelic Furs and The Chameleons Revive the ’80s in Dallas

By Preston BartaJuly 15, 2025

At House of Blues Dallas, an excellent double bill of post-punk bands provided ’80s nostalgia.

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Kansas Reflects on Decades of Rock, Anticipates ‘Very Lively’ Return to Dallas

By Preston BartaJuly 14, 2025

Two of America’s preeminent classic rock bands, Kansas and 38 Special, will turn The Pavilion into a rock wonderland.

Winged Wonders and Crawling Curiosities Take Over The Perot’s New Exhibition

By Preston BartaJuly 6, 2025

Stepping into Bug Lab takes Dallas on an immersive journey that transforms the tiniest creatures into the biggest stars of summer learning and fun.

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Sing Your Heart Out Again With Alamo Drafthouse’s Karaoke Revival in the Cedars

By Preston BartaJune 27, 2025

Dallas’ Alamo Drafthouse Cedars revives its whimsical karaoke rooms with nostalgic themes and updated, cutting-edge tech.

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Sueños, Daze: Retro Reverie and Sonic Escapes at Dallas’ Black Cat Records ‘N’ Comics

By Preston BartaJune 23, 2025

Sueños and Daze’s first Texas run delivered on electrifying performances that paired well with Black Cat’s nostalgic charm.

James Wallace Has Turned A Childhood Obsession with Film Into A Dream Come True

By Preston BartaJune 20, 2025

The Dallas-raised cinephile has honed his love for movies into a celebrated career by curating cinematic magic for the North Texas film community.

From Mesquite to Pixar: Jasmine Derry’s Stellar Journey to the Stars

By Preston BartaJune 19, 2025

The North Texas animator’s journey from small-town roots to crafting cosmic magic culminates in her work on Elio, Pixar’s latest adventure hitting theaters this weekend.

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Pierce The Veil Tour in Dallas: Drenched in Sweat, Loud Decibels and Unity at Sold-Out Show

By Preston BartaJune 14, 2025

20,000 punks united at Dos Equis to sing, scream and celebrate on a thrilling night of the I Can’t Hear You World Tour.

Clay Austin Is Imprinted on the History of Dallas Art

By Preston BartaJune 2, 2025

For decades, Dallas artist Clay Austin has transformed the city’s discarded fragments into vibrant canvases, leaving an indelible mark on Deep Ellum’s artistic legacy.

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Simple Minds, Soft Cell and Modern English Bring an ’80s Revival to Irving

By Preston BartaJune 2, 2025

From heartfelt anthems to synth-fueled singalongs, the Alive & Kicking Tour proved the ’80s never left-they just got louder.

Alamo Drafthouse Is Making a Splash with “Great Bites” Film Series

By Preston BartaMay 23, 2025

The Movie Theater company is screening a special summer series featuring thrillers like Jaws, Deep Blue Sea and The Shallows.

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Turnover Celebrates 10 Years of Peripheral Vision With Sold-Out Dallas Show

By Preston BartaMay 14, 2025

The Virginia Beach rockers lit up the Dallas crowd with jamming performances, proving indie rock’s timeless pull.

Club Clearview Forever: A Journey Through Dallas’ Longtime Cultural Hub

By Preston BartaMay 9, 2025

Club Clearview, once a heartbeat of creativity and irreverence, is celebrating a special reunion on May 30 at It’ll Do Club.

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