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Sean Stroud

Sean Stroud is a Dallas-based writer/photographer who’s been a contributor to the Observer since 2023. He previously served as editor in chief for The Et Cetera, Dallas College: Eastfield’s ACP Hall of Fame newspaper, and he’s also been published in UnderTheRadar magazine and the White Rock Lake Weekly. When he isn’t interviewing local musicians, he’s drumming or trying to find time to record an episode for his Weak in Review Podcast.

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We Thought It Would Never Happen, but Playboi Carti Finally Released 4th Album

By Sean StroudMarch 14, 2025

After the long wait, his rabid fan base can take a breather.

Dallas guitarist and singer Dorian Marsh

Guitarist and Singer Dorian Marsh Honors His Musical Heroes to Inspire Listeners Today

By Sean StroudMarch 7, 2025

A visit to a thrift store and a mystical connection to a thrift-store guitar set him on a path to making music.

Tracy Lawrence performs at the Mission:Possible Turkey Fry and Concert at Wildhorse Saloon on November 21, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Win-Win: Watch Tracy Lawrence Live and Support Mesquite Students’ Dreams

By Sean StroudFebruary 28, 2025

The Texas country legend is singing for a cause.

BigX Tha Plug performing live.

Dallas Rapper BigXThaPlug Was Arrested in Arlington

By Sean StroudFebruary 27, 2025

The critically praised rapper was booked at 1 a.m. on Wednesday with a relative.

flipturn performing at the State Fair of Texas in October.

Recovered From Road Fatigue, flipturn Flames Brighter Than Ever

By Sean StroudFebruary 26, 2025

flipturn’s Dillon Basse talks playing in Texas, road fatigue beating the sophomore slump ahead of Burnout Days Tour stop at The Factory.

Dallas country singer Frankie Leonie.

Singer-Songwriter Frankie Leonie Teases Upcoming Album With ‘Blue Moon’

By Sean StroudFebruary 21, 2025

We’re over the moon to announce Frankie Leonie’s new song, “Blue Moon.”

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Del Rio country artist William Beckmann.

William Beckmann Brandishes His Vintage Vocals on Upcoming Album

By Sean StroudFebruary 20, 2025

William Beckmann’s voice sounds like it was stolen from one of your granny’s old country records.

Curren$y performs on stage during 2022 Rolling Loud New York at Citi Field on September 25, 2022 in New York City.

Curren$y Will Blaze 4/20 With a Concert at Trees

By Sean StroudFebruary 18, 2025

The rapper is pulling up to Dallas just in time for the high holiday.

Marilyn Manson performing onstage in Dallas.

Do We Want to See Marilyn Manson Perform Again? The Shock-Rocker Is Coming to Dallas

By Sean StroudFebruary 14, 2025

Marilyn Manson is set to co-headline KEGL’s BFD just months after his longtime investigation was dismissed.

The Point Skate Shop in Dallas.

The Point Skate Shop to Close This Saturday

By Sean StroudFebruary 14, 2025

Stop by this Saturday for one final sesh before they board the place up.

Lia Graham Kills Us Softly With Debut Release Small House

By Sean StroudFebruary 12, 2025

Sit back, relax and listen to singer-songwriter Lia Graham’s debut.

Survey Says: Would You Rather Be Buried Next to Stevie Ray Vaughan or Elvis Presley?

By Sean StroudFebruary 11, 2025

A new poll asks Americans which famous person they’d want to be buried with.

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Seek and You Shall Find: This Instagram Account Is Giving Out Free Cash in Dallas

By Sean StroudFebruary 7, 2025

Account gives followers a chance to find 50 bucks hidden around the area.

Granada Theater Is Hosting a Birthday Party for Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here

By Sean StroudFebruary 6, 2025

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the band’s ninth album this weekend at a show by Bricks In The Wall.

Dallas Musician TEARS Escaped to Texas to Start Over With Her Son and to Make Music

By Sean StroudJanuary 21, 2025

Alex Alicea moved from Miami to break free from a toxic relationship and launch her musical career.

French jazz player Stephane Wrembel

Don’t Miss This Masterclass With Grammy-Winning Guitarist Stephane Wrembel

By Sean StroudJanuary 17, 2025

The chance to learn from a master guitarist in an intimate setting like this doesn’t come around too often.

Fort Worth singer Dev Lee Miller.

Dev Lee Miller Restarted His Music Career From Scratch: At Open Mics

By Sean StroudJanuary 9, 2025

After the pandemic derailed his rollout, Dev Lee Miller took his time getting back on stage.

Kacey Musgraves (seen here owning the stage at ACL)

Kacey Musgraves Uses Fake Name to Sing Karaoke in Dallas

By Sean StroudDecember 27, 2024

A few lucky barflies caught a Christmas miracle of their own earlier this week when Kacey Musgraves crashed their karaoke night.

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RDCWorld Models Tyler, The Creator’s New Dallas Cowboys Merch

By Sean StroudDecember 27, 2024

Tyler, The Creator just dropped a collab with the Dallas Cowboys and got internet creators RDC to model.

Dallas musician Kelvin Tomas.

Kelvin Thomas’ New Work Reflects on Lessons Learned Through Loss

By Sean StroudDecember 26, 2024

The singer, who suffered major losses in the last year, is putting all of his pain into an upcoming EP.

Dallas musician Mitchell Ferguson.

Dallas Musician Spoofs Country Song, Accidentally Writes Hit

By Sean StroudDecember 24, 2024

The “Drink A Beer” guy is working on an official version of the viral pop-country parody.

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Imposter Beaver: Buc-ee’s Sees Another Hilarious Knockoff Pop Up in Mexico

By Sean StroudDecember 9, 2024

Buc-ee’s can’t catch a break. Another copybeaver has popped up in Mexico.

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