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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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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.

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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.

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.

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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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What’s Old Is New: 9 Local Music Acts that Appeal to Our Nostalgia

By Diamond Rodrigue and OthersApril 10, 2024

Beloved sounds from a previous era can be heard in some of the greatest artists from North Texas today.

Lydia (left) and Laura (right) Rogers are the Secret Sisters

The Secret Sisters’ Sparkling Sibling Harmonies Made the Kessler Theater Glow

By Preston JonesApril 7, 2024

Unshakable love for one another and incandescent talents give spectacular lift to their Americana-tinged music.

Bob Dylan performing in Los Angeles

Bob Dylan Brings It All Back to Dallas With Hypnotic Fair Park Performance

By Preston JonesApril 5, 2024

The Nobel-winning wordsmith musician still has the spark he’s carried since his old days in the Village.

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Neko Case Finds Her Groove, With Help From Granada Theater Crowd

By Preston JonesApril 2, 2024

Bad weather and a bummer mood couldn’t dampen Neko Case’s phenomenal talent.

Icon Patti LuPone Shares ‘A Life in Notes’ in Masterful Eisemann Center Show

By Preston JonesMarch 24, 2024

The Broadway legend received many standing ovations on Saturday night.

Portrait of Amos Lee

Amos Lee Keeps It Loose, Keeps It Tight with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra

By Preston JonesMarch 23, 2024

Making his first Dallas appearance in six years, Amos Lee was joined by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

Kelly Clarkson Found Her Footing 15 Years Ago with <i>All I Ever Wanted</i>

Kelly Clarkson Found Her Footing 15 Years Ago with All I Ever Wanted

By Preston JonesMarch 10, 2024

The Burleson native makes pop music on her own terms.

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Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks Defy Time, Bring the Hits to AT&T Stadium

By Preston JonesMarch 10, 2024

Fans turn out for an emotional recounting of hits from two pop icons.

25 years Later, Office Space Remains So Funny it Hurts

By Preston JonesFebruary 29, 2024

Yeah, we’re gonna need you to go ahead and acknowledge how Office Space invented cringe comedy.

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Norah Jones is pictured from around the time her album Come Away With Me was released 22 years ago.

Critics Slammed Norah Jones’ Sophomore Album, but It Had No Business Being That Good

By Preston JonesFebruary 28, 2024

Following up a massively adored album isn’t easy, but Norah Jones delivered with “Feels Like Home.” Too bad critics disagreed.

Extreme performing at House of Blues in Dallas.

Extreme Rocks Sold-Out House of Blues for Its First Dallas Show in 16 years

By Preston JonesFebruary 18, 2024

Extreme knows how to put on a professional rock show. The “More Than Words” band played a sold-out show at Dallas’ House of Blues.

The Mavericks Let the Good Times Roll in Fort Worth’s Stockyards

The Mavericks Let the Good Times Roll in Fort Worth’s Stockyards

By Preston JonesFebruary 10, 2024

A near-capacity crowd at Tannahill’s Tavern in Fort Worth on Friday couldn’t get enough of The Mavericks.

The North Texas Music Releases We’re Looking Forward to in 2024

By Preston JonesFebruary 7, 2024

Dallas has some of the world’s best artists, so naturally, we’re excited for these upcoming releases.

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