Critic's Notebook

Off her first live appearance in 15 years at South by Southwest, Simpson shows a more raw, vulnerable side post-divorce.

The music power couple have a collab called “I Said I Love You First.”

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

The group has cultivated an inclusive, safe space for its growing fanbase.

The Lindale native and singer-songwriter’s debut album, which set fire to country music, turns 20 this year.

Dallas native and Grammy-winning songwriter Justus, posted a video about the Luka Doncic trade. And it’s kind of brilliant.

For the late Vinnie Paul Abbott, drumming and dining well apparently dwelled in close proximity.

The Dallas suburb is a record haven, with new locations from Josey and Dead Wax.

A new city initiative allows local musicians to sing for their supper, payment guaranteed.

Does your outtie have plans next week? Wear your office best to Spinster Records.

Whataburger and the local station are serving up a big dish with the best of local music.

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

Founded in 1877 by German immigrants, this wunderbar group has preserved the choral traditions of its founders.

Police issue warrants for two in the murders of rapper and 5-year-old girl, gunned down down March 3 at Forest Hill Car Wash.

We couldn’t wait to get inside DJ Sober’s vinyl collection.

The Louisiana artist “forgot your number” and moved to Dallas.

North Texas musicians are crafting a new narrative that weaves in diversity, inclusivity and the impact of storytelling through music.

After hosting her annual birthday party in Deep Ellum for years, Erykah Badu’s birthday came and went without a show.

The Texas country legend is singing for a cause.

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

A revolutionary blast from the past will rock DFW theaters, but for one night only.

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