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UPDATE: Watch BigXThaPlug’s First Performance in Germany Before He Heads to Wireless Festival

By Eric DiepJuly 13, 2025

BigXThaPlug is the biggest, the largest, and he’s bringing Texas rap to Germany before touching down in London.

David Archibald, mkn coffee, Willy and the Wildcards and Gracen Wynn at Club Dada: Photos

By Miguel CorreaJuly 10, 2025

The next generation of North Texas talent was on display at Club Dada, each playing their brand of music to a homegrown crowd.

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Kesha Weathers the Storm and Still Pulls Off a Sold Out Dallas Show

By Carly May GravleyJuly 10, 2025

Despite bad weather and delays, Kesha didn’t stop and made it pop at Dos Equis Pavilion.

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The 10 Best Music Venues in Dallas

By Tyler HicksJuly 9, 2025

From historic small venues to dive bars, here are the top spots in Dallas to see a show.

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How Robert Earl Keen and Trae Tha Truth Are Helping Kerr County Flood Victims

By Simon PruittJuly 7, 2025

The two Texas musicians are using their platforms to donate to relief funding for the Texas Hill Country floods.

When the Music’s Over: Saying Goodbye to ’60s Legends

By Jason LeValleyJuly 7, 2025

“Stock up on tissues because these stars are gonna be droppin’ from the sky in the next few years.”

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Selena’s Sister On Carrying the Singer’s Legacy: ‘I Want to Make Sure Nobody Forgets’

By Eric DiepJuly 7, 2025

She gave an intimate perspective as a sister and bandmate, explaining why she was ‘forced’ to release Selena’s 1997 biopic.

Storytellers at The Kessler: Nirvana, Screamin’ Jay Hawkins, Eazy-E and More Untold Gems in Dallas Music History

By Kena SosaJuly 6, 2025

Two revered names in our community, Jeffrey Liles and Robert Wilonsky, shared music stories with depth and meaning.

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Webbie’s Fourth of July Show at Club Vivo Was Beautiful Nostalgia

By Eric DiepJuly 4, 2025

We spent the first few hours of Independence Day singing ‘I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T’ with the Baton Rouge rapper and his people.

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Charley Crockett Shares Song “Crucified Son” Off New Album

By Eric DiepJuly 3, 2025

Crockett says he was born the lucky one on his single off Dollar a Day, which is co-produced with Shooter Jennings.

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BBQ Playlist: Best Dallas Artists for Your Fourth of July Party

By Eric DiepJuly 2, 2025

We’re prepping for the Fourth of July early with our inaugural Spotify playlist featuring all local artists.

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Diddy Found Not Guilty of Sex Trafficking and Racketeering in Jury Verdict

By Eric DiepJuly 2, 2025

Diddy has been acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges, but convicted of lesser charges.

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Parker McCollum’s Self-Titled Album Shows He’s a New Man

By Tyler DanielsJuly 1, 2025

The Limestone Kid is who we know and love, but it’s clear Parker, the father and husband, doesn’t feel like a kid anymore.

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Gavin Adcock Goes After Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter. We’re Calling Bullshit on His Claim

By Simon PruittJuly 1, 2025

Even after Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter won the Grammy for Best Country Album, skeptics are still vocal.

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Watch Drake Visit a Texas Dive Bar and Take Shots

By Eric DiepJune 30, 2025

The Canadian rapper is a newly minted Texan, hitting up The Alibi Bar in Chappell Hill for drinks with his new neighbors.

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50 Best Texas and Red Dirt Country Songs

By Dallas Observer Staff and OthersJune 30, 2025

From Robert Earl Keen to Cody Johnson to Kaitlin Butts, here are 50 of the best Texas country and red dirt songs.

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Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour in Houston Sees an Icon in Her Prime

By Alex GonzalezJune 29, 2025

Beyoncé was spectacular in her hometown show, sharing the stage with her daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi.

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Tank and the Bangas, Cure for Paranoia Could’ve Played All Night Long in Fort Worth

By Juan R. GoveaJune 27, 2025

Tank and the Bangas were energetic and wild during their Fort Worth stop on the The Heart, The Mind, The Soul Tour.

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Watch The Observer’s Social Media Editor Interview Dallas Pilot Grayson Taylor in the Air

By Eric DiepJune 27, 2025

Jordan Maddox takes to the skies, flipping the script on Grayson Taylor and interviewing him while 2,000 ft. above Dallas.

BigXThaPlug and Shaboozey Shut Down Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge for New Song “Home”

By Eric DiepJune 26, 2025

BigXThaPlug and Shaboozey share another collaboration after weeks of teasing the song on social media.

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10 Brandy and Monica Classics We’re Dying to Hear on The Boy Is Mine Tour

By Leah FrazierJune 25, 2025

After Brandy and Monica announced their first-ever co-headlining tour, we came up with a wishlist of their era-defining hits.

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Pete Yorn Makes the Years Melt Away at Sold-Out Kessler Theater

By Preston JonesJune 24, 2025

The acclaimed singer-songwriter made his first Dallas appearance in six years, blending songs and stories for the audience.

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