Critic's Notebook

After losing their singer two years ago, Bastards of Soul are back with a new album.

If you find yourself struggling to avoid the calorie-laden foods at this year’s State Fair of Texas, check out some of the live performances.

The mainstay Dallas guitar shop attracts musicians new and legendary from all over the world.

My Morning Jacket came out strong with a trilogy of great records, but none was better than “It Still Moves.”

The singer-guitarist is finding ways to make the old blues feel brand new.

Where is Dentonpalooza founder Joey Liechty finding all these Denton treasures?

Beyoncé requested that in honor of her birthday, fans wear silver to her September concerts. Stores are now running out.

The long-running Dallas Riverfront Jazz Festival is all about music, art, food and giving back.

A lot of things got in the way of Salim Nourallah’s latest release, including a wasp sting.

They’re not The Four Seasons, but Satanic doo-wop band Twin Temple say they’re actually much nicer than they seem.

Dallas soul queen Erykah Badu posted a video on Instagram in which she appeared to do some mock sign language. The comments were not kind to Badu.

Dustin Ballard, the creator of the music-mashing There I Ruined It channel, says he’s got a band ready to perform a live version of his popular Instagram tracks. All he needs now is a stage.

The National Children’s Chorus might be the coolest kid choir ever: Students get to record at Abbey Road Studios and maybe even win Grammys.

The Dallas Cowboys’ Rhythm & Blue drumline and dance troupe is looking for new drummers to pound on the skins between downs at Cowboys’ home games and other live events.

Brandon Pertzborn is just as surprised by his career trajectory as you are: The Grapevine drummer has played in Black Flag, Marilyn Manson, Suicidal Tendencies and now The Offspring.

Legendary rapper Jeezy came to town to promote his book “Adversity For Sale: Ya Gotta Believe.”

The fee increases won’t affect just the concert industry. City economies will also suffer.

Psychiatrist Michelle Nichols asked a family friend if he could get some of her favorite musicians to play for her as she undergoes treatment for Stage 4 breast cancer. Many of them jumped at the chance to help.

Dallas’ most popular DJ is opening Herby’s, a burger joint in Oak Cliff, with Elijah Salazar and Jake Saenz.

As a twentysomething, Brett Landin knows about heartache in the digital era. She’s a true girl’s girl songwriter.

Dallas native singer Joshua Ray Walker releases “What Is It Even?” a collection of covers by female singers. And he’s reclaiming his confidence.

Hip-hop is turning the big 5-0 and Dallas rappers are throwing a party to celebrate DFW’s contributions to the genre – and culture.