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Preston Jones

Preston Jones is a Dallas-based writer who spent a decade as the pop music critic for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, where the Texas Associated Press Managing Editors honored his work three times, including a 2017 first place award for comment and criticism (Class AAAA). His writing has also appeared in the New York Observer, The Dallas Morning News, the Houston Chronicle, Central Track, Oklahoma Today and Slant Magazine.

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From the Drum Kit to the Kitchen: Vinnie Paul Abbott Posthumously Serves Up a Cookbook

From the Drum Kit to the Kitchen: Vinnie Paul Abbott Posthumously Serves Up a Cookbook

By Preston JonesMarch 12, 2025

For the late Vinnie Paul Abbott, drumming and dining well apparently dwelled in close proximity.

Chvrches’ Lauren Mayberry Goes It Alone with Ease at Granada Theater

By Preston JonesFebruary 26, 2025

Mayberry, the vocalist of synth-pop trio Chvrches, showcased her solo debut, Vicious Creature, in its entirety.

Keith Urban and his guitar onstage in Dallas.

Keith Urban’s Music Competition Series Is Coming to 2 North Texas Venues

By Preston JonesFebruary 25, 2025

The Grammy-winning country superstar is performing two club gigs in Fort Worth and Dallas as part of a new reality show.

Scottish rock quartet Travis made its first Dallas appearance in nearly 20 years on Jan. 24, 2025.

Scottish Rockers Travis Bring Chiming Beauty to First Dallas Show in 16 Years

By Preston JonesJanuary 25, 2025

The cult favorites played to a cozy but passionate crowd at the Factory in Deep Ellum.

Jazz Great Bill Frisell Wants To Be Surprised

By Preston JonesJanuary 23, 2025

The prolific jazz great is making a rare North Texas tour stop, where the only certainty is the unknown.

Dallas singer Gracen Wynn.

The Sound of Tomorrow Today: New Artists Rising in Dallas

By Preston JonesDecember 25, 2024

These North Texas artists – Gracen Wynn, Sam Cormier and Ella Red – are stepping into the spotlight. Get familiar with the sound of tomorrow today.

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Kings Return and Joyce DiDonato Give Dallas the Gift of Song. Where Were You?

By Preston JonesDecember 12, 2024

The Dallas-based vocal quartet and the Grammy-winning mezzo-soprano star delivered one of the most extraordinary performances seen in North Texas all year.

BigX Tha Plug performing live. The rapper collaborated with fellow Dallas artist Ro$ama on a song for Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.

Post Malone, 4batz and BigXthaPlug Will Put North Texas Stamp on Coachella 2025

By Preston JonesDecember 3, 2024

The trio of locally bred artists will appear over both weekends of the high-profile California music festival next spring.

Joshua Ray Walker Shares Miraculous News: He’s Cancer-Free

By Preston JonesNovember 27, 2024

The acclaimed Dallas singer-songwriter was contending with stage-4 cancer. Today, he’s looking ahead to recovery and performing in the coming months.

Dallas Honors Legacy of Ron McKeown, Chronicler of Texas Music History

By Preston JonesNovember 25, 2024

The former publisher of Buddy magazine, who died on Sept. 5 in Sulphur Springs, will be celebrated at Poor David’s Pub on Dec. 1.

Kacey Musgraves Fuses the Real and Fantastical for an Unforgettable Night at AAC

By Preston JonesNovember 23, 2024

The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter pulled from her latest LP and welcomed a special guest to her first of two nights in Dallas.

Don Henley’s Beast Still Has Bite 40 Years Later

By Preston JonesNovember 20, 2024

The Linden native’s sophomore solo album, which marks its 40th anniversary this month, is newly reissued on vinyl.

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Post Malone dancing the night away at Dos Equis Pavilion in 2023.

Post Malone Announces ‘Big Ass’ 2025 Tour With AT&T Stadium Stop

By Preston JonesNovember 19, 2024

The Grapevine-raised superstar, hitting the road in support of his country album, will return to North Texas for his first appearance in two years.

Leon Bridges Blossoms in Fort Worth at Sold-Out Dickies Arena

By Preston JonesNovember 16, 2024

The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter presided over an emotional, melodic evening, which included a number of surprises.

T Bone Burnett Comes Home to the Kessler Theater

By Preston JonesNovember 15, 2024

The acclaimed Fort Worth-raised singer-songwriter made his first North Texas appearance in more than 16 years on Thursday.

With Arms Wide Open, Creed Takes Sold-Out Dickies Arena Higher in Fort Worth Debut

By Preston JonesNovember 14, 2024

The multi-platinum, Grammy-winning rock band brought plenty of pyro and platitudes to Fort Worth Wednesday.

Good News for the Dallas Cowboys: Cheerleaders Return in America’s Sweethearts

By Preston JonesNovember 12, 2024

Maybe this will give Dak Prescott something fun to watch while he recovers from hamstring surgery.

Andre 3000 and Erykah Badu backstage at the 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards, where she was honored with the Fashion Icon Award.

Erykah Badu Named 2024 Fashion Icon by Council of Fashion Designers of America

By Preston JonesNovember 12, 2024

The prestigious organization named the Dallas native its 2024 Fashion Icon at a recent ceremony in Manhattan.

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Pink finally makes her long-awaited appearance at Globe Life Stadium.

Pink Brings High-Flying Spectacle, Emotional Pop Anthems to Globe Life Field

By Preston JonesNovember 7, 2024

After two postponements, the multi-platinum pop superstar brought her “Summer Carnival” tour to Arlington on Wednesday.

Dallas Singer Jada Arnell Thomas Was Shot During a Weekend Concert

Dallas Singer Jada Arnell Thomas Was Shot During a Weekend Concert

By Preston JonesNovember 5, 2024

The singer and actress was wounded in the chest, and the assailant is being held in lieu of bail at the Dallas County jail.

Marc Anthony making his Fort Worth debut on Oct. 31, 2024.

Marc Anthony Sets Dickies Arena Ablaze in His Fort Worth Debut

By Preston JonesNovember 1, 2024

The acclaimed salsero brought his “Historia” tour to North Texas on Halloween, delivering classic hits and nostalgic vibes.

Paul Schalda, With a Little Help From Friends, Reinvents Himself on <i>Live at Niles City Sound</i>

Paul Schalda, With a Little Help From Friends, Reinvents Himself on Live at Niles City Sound

By Preston JonesOctober 31, 2024

The North Texas-based singer-songwriter, a Staten Island transplant, has found a friend and collaborator in Jeff “Skin” Wade.

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