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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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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.

Dallas Gets a Beautiful Breath of Air at the Band’s Fair Park Concert

By Preston JonesOctober 30, 2024

The French electronic music duo made its first North Texas appearance in over 20 years Tuesday, performing its acclaimed debut in full.

Don’t Overlook Dua Lipa’s Masterpiece Radical Optimism

By Preston JonesOctober 29, 2024

For whatever reason, Dua Lipa’s third album is being slept on. Wake up and take a listen – it’s the best pop album of 2024.

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The Buena Vista Orchestra plays Dallas' Majestic Theatre.

Buena Vista Orchestra Makes a Stirring Dallas Debut at Majestic Theatre

By Preston JonesOctober 18, 2024

The Cuban ensemble, an offshoot of the popular Buena Vista Social Club, delighted the audience with instrumentals and originals.

Lyle Lovett and His Large Band Keep It Fun at the Majestic Theatre

By Preston JonesOctober 16, 2024

Tuesday’s concert was the first of a two-night stand in downtown Dallas. Lovett will head to Fort Worth on Oct. 22.

Josey Records To Mark 10 Years in Business With Day-Long Celebration

By Preston JonesOctober 16, 2024

One of the country’s largest independent record stores turns 10 on Oct. 19.

Dallas-raised musician Roy Hargrove.

Posthumous Release Showcases Dallas Jazz Legend Roy Hargrove’s Collaborative Side

By Preston JonesOctober 8, 2024

The forthcoming project, “Grande-Terre,” is an offshoot of a Hargrove-assembled band that won a Grammy in 1998.

Usher brought the first night of his "Past Present Future" tour to American Airlines Center on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024.

At His First Dallas Show in a Decade, Usher Mixes Pleasure and Pain at AAC

By Preston JonesOctober 4, 2024

The global pop superstar kicked off a three-night stand in his hometown of Dallas on Thursday.

Kris Kristofferson performs during A Look Into The Life & Songs Of Kris Kristofferson on The Steps at WME on October 26, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Kris Kristofferson Was Always Exactly Where He Was Meant To Be

By Preston JonesSeptember 30, 2024

The iconoclastic singer-songwriter and actor, who died Sept. 28, was a deeply influential, award-winning artist.

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Weezer played American Airlines in Dallas with The Flaming Lips.

Kind of Blue: Weezer Celebrates Debut Album’s 30th Anniversary at American Airlines Center

By Preston JonesSeptember 30, 2024

A triple bill of left-field pop-rock descended on Dallas Sunday, keeping it weird for a capacity crowd.

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Summer Dean’s Dream Come True: a Date With the Grand Ole Opry

By Preston JonesSeptember 24, 2024

The acclaimed Fort Worth country singer-songwriter is ready for her Nashville close-up.

LA LOM Enraptures Sold-Out Kessler Theater With Worldly Instrumentals

By Preston JonesSeptember 19, 2024

The Los Angeles League of Musicians made its sold-out headlining debut at Dallas’ Kessler Theater Wednesday.

Aaron Frazer performs at Club Dada on Sept. 16, 2024.

Aaron Frazer Brings the Soul to Deep Ellum for His Dallas Solo Debut

By Preston JonesSeptember 17, 2024

The singer-songwriter, making his solo headlining debut in Dallas, dazzled a near-capacity audience at Club Dada.

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