The Top 25 Dallas-Fort Worth Rappers Right Now, Ranked
Does BigXThaPlug continue his reign for another year, or has a rap star from the New Dallas or Dallas Drill movements replaced him at the top?
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All the Rage with New Wave Rapper OsamaSon in Dallas
The 21-year-old South Carolina rapper is a favorite among the youth for his chaotic style and energy-driven delivery.
JID Is Carrying the Torch as Rap’s New Spiritual Leader
The Grammy-nominated rapper is a lyricist with a precision flow, bringing the sound of Atlanta to North Texas for one night only.
Photos: Deep Ellum Block Party Was a Reunion of Old Friends
The 2025 Deep Ellum Block Party brought together over 100 artists. It was an all-day celebration of local music in Dallas.
Playboi Carti Had Mosh Pits Going All Night at Sold-Out Fort Worth Show
Artists from Playboi Carti’s Opium collective were out in full force at Dickies Arena as fans lost their minds in the pit.
Watch BigXThaPlug and Post Malone Hit the Countryside in Their Video for “Cold”
Fans have been asking for a country rap song from two of Dallas’ biggest artists. Finally, it has arrived.
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2025 Deep Ellum Block Party Set Times
We got you covered with a schedule of artists to see on Saturday, from Ravs and Los Beckleys to Astrogiirl and Curl.
Yakiyn Is the Future
“Calculate,” a chaotically booming cut, further proves the Arlington rapper is crashing through his own sky-high expectations.
Deep Ellum Block Party Jam Packs Something for Everyone
Gavin Mulloy and Joshua Ray Walker talk the 2025 Deep Ellum Block Party, an opportunity to see pro wrestling and a diverse range of artists.
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BigXThaPlug and Luke Combs Bleeped Out During “Pray Hard” CMA Awards Performance
Entire seconds of BigXThaPlug and Luke Combs’ performance were bleeped out during the broadcast, with the offensive words unclear.
Watch Erykah Badu’s Live Mini-Concert Celebrating 25 Years of Mama’s Gun
Joined by Thundercat on bass and reunited with members of her original band, Erykah Badu does what she does best in this performance.
Silver Skylarks, Cure for Paranoia and Uncle Roy & Spice Go on a Lonely Path for Love in “The Math”
We’re premiering Silver Skylarks’ video for “The Math” with many cameos from the local music scene. It’s a Dallas and Austin affair.
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Janet Jackson Was at Alan Palomo and DJ Sober’s LadyLove Party Saturday Night
Janet Jackson was in Dallas on Saturday, hitting up DJ Sober’s monthly party at LadyLove to enjoy a cosmic disco voyage.
The 50 Best Texas Rap Songs
DJ Screw lives on in Texas rap and the culture of our sound 25 years later. We revisit our list of the 50 Best Texas Rap Songs in his honor.
Fort Worth’s 2BYG Wants the Spotlight Back on Male R&B Groups
Get to know 2BYG (Matt Brown, Tourè, Nixx and KD) before their debut at the Deep Ellum Block Party on Nov. 22.
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Listen: Cardi B and Jeezy Reignite the Clubs With “Errtime” Snow Edition
Cardi B says she wants to make the club fun again with a new remix featuring Jeezy and Latto off her latest album Am I The Drama?
Miss That Music Venue? 5 Places to Catch a Similar Vibe
We loved the Bronco Bowl, Lizard Lounge and Curtain Club just as much as anyone else. Spots in Dallas you can go to get that feeling again.
Mo3 Was the Boosie of North Dallas
Five years after Mo3’s death on Nov. 11, we remember his contributions to hip-hop as a vendor of soulful, pain-wracked songs in vivid detail.
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Nominees for the 2026 Grammys Revealed
Chappell Roan announced nominees for Best New Artist, the Ozzy Osbourne family shared the nominees for rock and metal and Doechii delivered Best Rap Album.
Fort Worth’s 2BYG Brings Classic R&B With Gen Z Aura on Def Jam Debut
The rising Fort Worth R&B group is teeming with youthful energy, delivering an EP that’s all smooth harmonies and lover boy anthems.
Yella Beezy’s Bond Modified So He Can Go to the Studio Once a Week
Yella Beezy can work in the studio five hours a week while awaiting trial in the death of rapper Mo3.
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Watch: Doechii Dances on the DJ Booth at LadyLove
We’re reliving this moment with Doechii in Bishop Arts before she announces the 2026 Grammy nominees tomorrow.