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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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Keane concert

Keane Was Transcendent in Its First Dallas Show in More Than a Decade

By Preston JonesSeptember 12, 2024

The British pop-rock band, touring behind the 20th-anniversary of its debut LP, electrified a near-capacity Majestic Theatre Wednesday.

Stone Temple Pilots and Live Take Dos Equis Pavilion Back to the ’90s

By Preston JonesAugust 24, 2024

Stone Temple Pilots, now with singer Jeff Gutt, took us back. Live didn’t quite gel, however.

Kings of Leon Found the Fun in Its Fort Worth Debut

By Preston JonesAugust 18, 2024

Kings of Leon reached deep into their catalog on Saturday night.

RIP Shaun Martin, Dallas Music Icon

By Preston Jones and OthersAugust 5, 2024

Grammy-winning producer, arranger, composer and musician Shaun Martin was only 45 years old. A tribute to his life and work is scheduled for mid-September.

Iron & Wine performing Aug. 3 at the Majestic Theatre in downtown Dallas.

Iron & Wine Brought Innovation and Intimacy to the Majestic Theatre

By Preston JonesAugust 4, 2024

Iron & Wine made us feel good about life on Saturday, all for the small price of a concert ticket.

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Brought Brawny Vulnerability to a Sold-Out Majestic Theatre

By Preston JonesJuly 25, 2024

The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter showcased songs from his ninth studio album for a capacity crowd in downtown Dallas Wednesday night.

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Sarah McLachlan Marks 30 Years of Fumbling Towards Ecstasy at the Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory

By Preston JonesJuly 4, 2024

The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter showcased her hits and played her breakthrough third album in full Wednesday in Irving.

Neil Young and Crazy Horse

Once More Citing Illness, Neil Young AGAIN Cancels Dallas Concert

By Preston JonesJune 27, 2024

Neil Young has canceled on Dallas for the third time.

The Best Places in North Texas To Learn Local Music History

By Preston JonesJune 24, 2024

Dallas-Fort Worth’s music history is rich and vast, and there are plenty of spots where it comes alive.

Vampire Weekend Embraced the Weirdness With a Sold-out Show in Irving

By Preston JonesJune 8, 2024

Vampire Weekend’s Irving concert felt like a collective hallucination.

Galaxy Theatres To Help DFW Moviegoers Remember the Alamo (Drafthouse)

By Preston JonesJune 7, 2024

In the wake of the sudden closure of all five Alamo Drafthouse theaters in North Texas, another theater is offering customers a deal to ease the pain.

Justin Timberlake performs onstage during his "The Forget Tomorrow" world tour at Rogers Arena on April 29, 2024 in Vancouver, British Columbia

In His Fort Worth Debut, Justin Timberlake Delivers a Pop Music Master Class

By Preston JonesJune 5, 2024

JT brought sexy back with his Fort Worth debut.

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Dave Matthews Band (Eventually) Found Its Groove at Dos Equis Pavilion

By Preston JonesJune 2, 2024

The veteran rock group, its eclectic songs in tow, made its annual pilgrimage to Fair Park, delighting a near-capacity crowd.

Sarah Jarosz Illustrates Folk Music’s Limitless Possibilities for a Sold-Out Kessler Theater

By Preston JonesMay 25, 2024

The native Texan and acclaimed singer-songwriter pulled from her latest studio album, “Polaroid Lovers,” which showcases an evolution of her sound.

Neil Young and Crazy Horse

Neil Young Postpones Dallas Concert Again, This Time Because of Illness

By Preston JonesMay 24, 2024

It’s been 21 years since Young and Crazy Horse performed in Dallas. We’re still not sure when they will again be gracing our fair city.

20 Years Later, Loretta Lynn’s <i>Van Lear Rose</i> Blooms as Beautifully as Ever

20 Years Later, Loretta Lynn’s Van Lear Rose Blooms as Beautifully as Ever

By Preston JonesMay 21, 2024

This incredible album is a truly rare find. It’s not streaming, and best of luck locating the vinyl.

Fort Worth’s Rachel Gollay Seeks Release in Tension on New Album <i>The Edge of April</i>

Fort Worth’s Rachel Gollay Seeks Release in Tension on New Album The Edge of April

By Preston JonesMay 17, 2024

One of the sharpest artists in North Texas is back with a gorgeous collection of songs.

Jerry Jones, pictured in a black sports coat, will be featured in a 10-part Netflix docuseries on the Dallas Cowboys.

Glory Days of the Dallas Cowboys Are Coming to Netflix in a 10-Part Docuseries

By Preston JonesMay 16, 2024

Jerry Jones and his resuscitation of the Dallas Cowboys franchise in the 1990s will be the subject of a 10-part Netflix docuseries.

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Colin Meloy, pictured singing at the Majestic Theatre, and the Decemberist had a magical night in Dallas.

The Decemberists Dazzled With Baroque Folk-Rock at the Majestic Theatre

By Preston JonesMay 15, 2024

In their first Dallas appearance in almost six years, The Decemberists fused whimsy, folk-rock and wry asides to create a memorable evening.

Blake McWhorter, Cory Watson and Brian McCorquodale are Black Tie Dynasty.

Black Tie Dynasty Finds Its Footing on Steady, Its First Album in 16 Years

By Preston JonesMay 15, 2024

The Fort Worth-based band returns to action with its third studio album.

Rhiannon Giddens Synthesized the Best of American Music at the Longhorn Ballroom

By Preston JonesMay 1, 2024

The acclaimed singer-songwriter made her first Dallas appearance in nearly a decade, bringing with her pleasure, pain and a deep well of American inspiration.

Old 97's singer Rhett Miller, pictured in a black hat, hosts a podcast where he interviews Dallas-based and national artists.

Sounds Like Texas: The Best Local Music Radio Shows and Podcasts

By Preston JonesApril 26, 2024

If you can’t get enough local music in Dallas, check out the 11 best DFW-based podcasts and radio shows.

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