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Simon Pruitt is a staff writer for the Dallas Observer. He’s been writing professionally since he was 16, covering art, sports and all the peculiar things he finds along the way.

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Beabadoobee To Perform Third North Texas Date in Three Years This April

By Simon PruittFebruary 7, 2025

Beabadoobee and you in Irving this spring. The perfect pair?

the barbie and sweet loren's pink cookie truck

Where to Find the Barbie X Sweet Loren’s Cookie Truck Feb. 15-16

By Simon PruittFebruary 7, 2025

Hi, Barbie! Here’s where to find free pink sugar cookies on Valentine’s weekend.

We Picked Our Favorite Releases Featured in Record Store Day 2025

By Simon PruittFebruary 6, 2025

A Gorillaz live pressing and rarities from Judas Priest and Stone Temple Pilots top our wishlists for this year’s RSD.

My Morning Jacket Set for April 12 at Toyota Music Factory

By Simon PruittFebruary 6, 2025

The Louisville-based band will return to North Texas for the first time since 2022.

The Polyphonic Spree’s <i>Atmosphere</i> Film, Renamed <i>Resolution</i>, Set to Screen at SXSW and in Fort Worth

The Polyphonic Spree’s Atmosphere Film, Renamed Resolution, Set to Screen at SXSW and in Fort Worth

By Simon PruittFebruary 5, 2025

The immersive music experience earned a spot at SXSW 2025 and will move into the Omni Theater in Fort Worth for a year.

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Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan to Headline Outlaw Music Festival in Dallas

By Simon PruittFebruary 4, 2025

This year’s festival is at Dos Equis Pavillion on July 5 and tickets go on sale soon.

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The Best of the Worst: Our Favorite Social Media Reactions to the Luka Doncic Trade

By Simon PruittFebruary 3, 2025

Social media did not take the Luka Doncic trade news lightly.

Tennis star Taylor Fritz

Dallas Open Returns With Bigger Tennis Stars and More Prize Money

By Simon PruittFebruary 3, 2025

This year’s tournament will feature three world top 10 players and $2.6 million in prize money.

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Luka Doncic Traded to the Los Angeles Lakers

By Simon PruittFebruary 2, 2025

Wait, what?

ICYMI: John Mayer Performs at SoCal Concert With Dallas Musicians

ICYMI: John Mayer Performs at SoCal Concert With Dallas Musicians

By Simon PruittJanuary 31, 2025

Mark Lettieri, Daniel Porter and Wes Stephenson made the trip to Anaheim to perform with the indie rock legend.

Picadera Serves Up Dominican Street Food Classics at Trinity Cider

By Simon PruittJanuary 31, 2025

We checked out Dominican favorites at the Picadera in Deep Ellum.

After 10 Years, Foundation 45 Rebrands as Amplified Minds

After 10 Years, Foundation 45 Rebrands as Amplified Minds

By Simon PruittJanuary 30, 2025

The DFW mental health nonprofit will expand its services to include specialized support groups for substance abuse and LGBTQ.

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‘All My People Are Getting Attacked’: Selena Gomez Posts Video After Trump’s Deportation Crackdown

By Simon PruittJanuary 27, 2025

The Dallas-born actress and singer posted an emotional video in response to action to deport immigrants.

Starbucks Implements New Restroom, Refill Policies Amid Decline

By Simon PruittJanuary 27, 2025

Newly appointed CEO Brian Niccol’s policy changes seemingly emulate the coffee giant’s smaller competitors.

Three DFW-Based Spots Named to List of America’s Favorite Chains

Three DFW-Based Spots Named to List of America’s Favorite Chains

By Simon PruittJanuary 27, 2025

Let us eat cake. Nothing Bundt Cakes, Smoothie King and Fogo de Chao are among America’s favorite chains.

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Picture This: A Dallas Restaurant With No Selfies or Photos

By Simon PruittJanuary 24, 2025

Some restaurants ban photos to strengthen their atmosphere and lure a certain clientele; a trend that is gaining traction.

We Try $10 Fajitas and Live Music for Lunch at Culpepper in Deep Ellum

By Simon PruittJanuary 24, 2025

The Rockwall-based restaurant marries Tex-Mex and steaks in an entertaining space.

Mali’s Songhoy Blues Incorporates Texas Sound Into Traditional West African Music

By Simon PruittJanuary 22, 2025

Heritage offers fans a more intimate and acoustic take on the West African band’s signature blues style.

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Nine Inch Nails at Toyota Music Factory in 2018.

Nine Inch Nails Officially Announce 2025 World Tour, Including Stop In Fort Worth

By Simon PruittJanuary 22, 2025

Trent Reznor’s industrial rock outlet will tour through North Texas for the first time since 2018.

Exhibition Dynamic Duos Features 7 Collabs Between Photographers and Visual Artists

By Simon PruittJanuary 21, 2025

Curated by photographer Andrew Sherman, the exhibition is at Deep Ellum Art Company.

Sucia Muerte's Gabriel Piñon

Dallas Band Releases Protest Song for Inauguration Day

By Simon PruittJanuary 21, 2025

Lead singer and guitarist Gabriel Piñon released a new acoustic version of the March 2024 track for Inauguration Day.

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Pizza Inn’s Remaining Dallas Location Was About To Close, Until It Got Saved

By Simon PruittJanuary 16, 2025

Owners of the Dallas location on Live Oak Street are set to sell to a Duncanville franchisee.

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