Critic's Notebook

Released this week, Al-Jabbaar’s latest album is layered with interpretation, detailing personal stories about his family.

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

Before the singer’s show at Sons of Hermann Hall, we spoke with her about seeing Jimmy Buffett, songwriting and more.

The Dallas-based guitarist/singer-songwriter is bringing back the forlorn format one record at a time.

Posty’s Big Ass Stadium Tour continued through the Motor City, where the Grapevine native brought out BigX as a surprise.

Holt’s Across The Milky Way is out now, and he performed with a nine-piece solo band (his first in 15 years).

His memorial brought out the best in Dallas, just as Penn always did. His closest friends also share their favorite memories.

The Dallas-based alt-rocker is throwing an album release party for A Joy So Slow at Times I Don’t Think It’s Coming.

The late rapper’s estate regains full control of his music, ending a longstanding copyright dispute with his former engineer.

The OG throwback hip-hop festival is back with performances from co-headliners Lil Jon and Timbaland, Soulja Boy and more.

Matt Hillyer and Jeff Ryan discuss the impact of Willie Nelson’s music before a two-day event in downtown Garland.

The Austin band revealed that their drummer, Yamal Said, a lawful permanent resident, had issues at the airport.

Festival director Dianna Lawrence previews Wildflower! with headliners Young the Giant, The Revivalists and Cold War Kids.

As the New Dallas movement bubbles outside the city, HeadHuncho Amir wants to leave a lasting legacy for his family.

We were on the ground for this year’s show, getting red carpet time with locals Grace Tyler, Franklin Jonas and more.

Band director James Rees recalls the day his students found out they’d be part of the pre-game festivities for Post Malone.

Southern slowcore band Teethe has a new album coming this summer, giving a sample of the record with the title track.

At a brunch honoring Charley Pride’s contributions to country in Frisco, Guyton shared her fondest memories of North Texas.

‘Dress code is whatever you would like, but Dickies coveralls are strongly encouraged,’ wrote Penn’s wife Jenn.

After accidentally deleting a solo album in 2017, the singer/songwriter found time to start from scratch again.

The Texas screamo band survives off loaning and borrowing instruments, rapidly rising as an exciting DIY act to watch.

Ro$ama is a close friend and labelmate of BigXThaPlug, adding to their long list of collaborations with ‘Microwave.’