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Critic's Notebook

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Perfume Genius Embraces the Agony and the Ecstasy at the Studio at the Bomb Factory

By Preston JonesJune 4, 2025

Mike Hadreas made his first Dallas headlining appearance in eight years in support of his latest album, Glory.

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5 Can’t Miss Artists at Texas Music Revolution This Weekend

By Simon PruittJune 4, 2025

The annual Texas Music Revolution festival is set for this weekend in McKinney. Dawes and Flatland Cavalry are headlining.

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BigXThaPlug Drops Out of Lil Baby’s World Tour Due to Injury

By Eric DiepJune 4, 2025

BigXThaPlug made the announcement on Tuesday evening, apologizing to his fans and promising he had some things in the works.

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Simple Minds, Soft Cell and Modern English Bring an ’80s Revival to Irving

By Preston BartaJune 2, 2025

From heartfelt anthems to synth-fueled singalongs, the Alive & Kicking Tour proved the ’80s never left-they just got louder.

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Joshua Ray Walker Is Back With Beach-Minded New Album, Announces Summer Tour

By Eric DiepJune 2, 2025

The Dallas-based country musician readies Tropicana, an album written during his treatment for stage 3B colon cancer.

For Their First North Texas Show in 13 Years, Alison Krauss and Union Station Doesn’t Miss a Beat

By Preston JonesJune 1, 2025

The Grammy-winning ensemble, touring behind their first album in 14 years, dazzled a near-capacity crowd in Irving.

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Dallas’ Most-Streamed Artist Taylor Swift Buys Back Rights for First Six Albums

By Eric DiepMay 30, 2025

In her shocking announcement, Swift wrote on her website, “All of the music I’ve ever made now belongs to me.”

Eric Nadel’s Birthday Benefit Was Southern Party for a Good Cause

Eric Nadel’s Birthday Benefit Was Southern Party for a Good Cause

By Simon PruittMay 30, 2025

With performances by the Secret Sisters and Shinyribs, Eric Nadel’s annual birthday took over Longhorn Ballroom.

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Dallas Native Brittany Broski Impresses Again With New Single “Stained”

By Eric DiepMay 30, 2025

After making her artist debut with “The Sun,” Brittany Broski is back with a bluesy and dramatic song about broken love.

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Erykah Badu Collaborator Durand Bernarr Motivates Everyone to Be Their Best Selves at Sold-Out Dallas Show

Erykah Badu Collaborator Durand Bernarr Motivates Everyone to Be Their Best Selves at Sold-Out Dallas Show

By Jamisha DanielsMay 29, 2025

After working extensively as a backing singer for Erykah Badu, his solo career finds him being the star.

Watch George Strait Deliver a Touching Speech at Memorial for Rodeo Performer Roy Cooper

Watch George Strait Deliver a Touching Speech at Memorial for Rodeo Performer Roy Cooper

By Simon PruittMay 28, 2025

Cowboys united on Monday afternoon at Fort Worth’s Cowtown Coliseum to honor Roy Cooper, who died in a house fire last month.

The Benefit of Benefits: A Guide to the Fundraising Events and Shows That Need Your Help

By Poppy XanderMay 28, 2025

Here’s an ongoing guide to the events and benefit shows coming up and what they mean for the people in North Texas.

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Midlake Marks 15th Anniversary of <i>The Courage of Others</i> with New Vinyl Reissue

Midlake Marks 15th Anniversary of The Courage of Others with New Vinyl Reissue

By Preston JonesMay 28, 2025

The acclaimed Denton folk-rock band glances back at its third album, which turns 15, as it readies a vinyl re-release.

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San Antonio Rapper RNB.FOEMOB Has Our Next State Anthem With “Texas”

By Eric DiepMay 28, 2025

Buzzing rapper RNB.FOEMOB was welcomed by Dallas hip-hop legends as he performed his viral single.

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The Kitchen Studios Celebrates 30 Years: Alex Beane, Chlöe Jobin, Liah and More Brought the Feel Good Vibes

By Abigail MuellerMay 27, 2025

A full Sunday of artists and performers rang in the 30th anniversary of The Kitchen, Dallas’ favorite studio.

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Texas Musicians Kenny Withrow, Paul Slavens, Michael Richardson and More Invoke Grateful Dead at Dallas Concert

By Scott TuckerMay 26, 2025

Homage Nation: Dallas Plays the Music of the Grateful Dead honored Jerry Garcia with hours of cover songs on a hot night.

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The 50 Best Rap Lyrics of All Time

By Noah Hubbell and OthersMay 26, 2025

From Nas and Eminem to Biggie and 2Pac, these lyrics are classics.

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Kolton Moore & the Clever Few End Rescheduled Jambaloo Finale on a High Note

By Diego HernandezMay 24, 2025

With no major label, Kolton Moore & the Clever Few is a big grassroots success story, a testament to the power of community.

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7 Artists Share Their Ultimate Memorial Day BBQ Playlist

By Simon PruittMay 23, 2025

With Memorial Day Weekend approaching, we asked artists to provide song selections they would add to their BBQ playlists.

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Katy Perry Gave Dallas Fans Everything They Wanted at AAC

By Carly May GravleyMay 23, 2025

After returning to Earth, Katy Perry brought all of the hits (and none of the haters) to the American Airlines Center.

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After Reading Project 2025, Rising Dallas Rap Star Pierce Washington Channels Frustration Into Art

By Eric DiepMay 22, 2025

The hip-hop artist returns with “Mama Nem,” a heartfelt song about family, frustration and self-discovery.

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Rock & Brews in The Colony Is Closing. What Does It Say About Gene Simmons?

Rock & Brews in The Colony Is Closing. What Does It Say About Gene Simmons?

By Chris WolfgangMay 22, 2025

Rock & Brews is shuttering its doors before summer begins. A critic’s take on what Simmons could’ve done to keep it open.

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