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Critic's Notebook

Yella Beezy’s Bond Modified So He Can Go to the Studio Once a Week

By Eric DiepNovember 6, 2025

Yella Beezy can work in the studio five hours a week while awaiting trial in the death of rapper Mo3.

Critic's Notebook

Watch: Doechii Dances on the DJ Booth at LadyLove

By Eric DiepNovember 6, 2025

We’re reliving this moment with Doechii in Bishop Arts before she announces the 2026 Grammy nominees tomorrow.

Concerts

Adamn Killa Charges $1 for His First Dallas-Fort Worth Show, Tickets Sell Out Instantly

By Eric DiepNovember 6, 2025

The Chicago rapper, who is performing at Haltom Theater, took a page out of J. Cole’s Dollar & A Dream Tour to show his appreciation to fans.

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Concerts

Mothership, Joshua Ray Walker, A.Dd+ and More Announced for Deep Ellum Block Party

By Eric DiepNovember 4, 2025

Deep Ellum Block Party returns with a stacked lineup including Branoofunck, Cure for Paranoia, Rosegarden Funeral Party and others.

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Critic's Notebook

NBA YoungBoy Is the Rap Star of His Generation at Sold-Out Dallas Show

By Eric DiepNovember 1, 2025

Dallas welcomed NBA YoungBoy for the third time on the MASA Tour at American Airlines Center, returning to a crowd with infectious energy.

Critic's Notebook

Leon Thomas Rides His Wave of Success With First Sold-Out Dallas Show

By Aria BellOctober 31, 2025

After notching his first Hot 100 top 10 with “Mutt,” Leon Thomas showed his range at the House of Blues last night.

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Critic's Notebook

8 Best Verses and Lines That Show MF DOOM’s Genius

By Vincent ArrietaOctober 31, 2025

In honor of the fifth anniversary since Daniel Dumile a.k.a. MF DOOM’s tragic passing, we’ve gathered some of our favorites from the hip-hop villain.

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Critic's Notebook

Alex Irish’s From Dallas, With Love Is Dreamy After Dark Listening

By Eric DiepOctober 30, 2025

Raised in Cleburne, Irish shares her debut album during Halloween week, a re-imagining of Dallas nightlife through her perspective.

Critic's Notebook

Ultimate Halloween Playlist: 30 Songs That Deliver Thrills and Chills

By Shi BradleyOctober 30, 2025

From hip-hop horror to rhythm & boos, these tracks will raise the dead.

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Critic's Notebook

Doechii Cements Herself as the Future of Hip-Hop at Irving Show

By Alex GonzalezOctober 30, 2025

Doechii’s creative risks early in her career have paid off, bringing Kal Banx on her first major tour for a special Dallas connection.

Features

DeDe McGuire Earned Her Radio Hall of Fame Induction by Being Authentic on Air

By Alex GonzalezOctober 28, 2025

Known as the voice of Dallas, DeDe McGuire has always loved radio. ‘It was a natural fit for me to get in front of the mic,’ she says.

Critic's Notebook

Watch Erykah Badu Pay Tribute to the Late D’Angelo in London

By Eric DiepOctober 27, 2025

While performing at Royal Albert Hall, the Dallas neo-soul singer sang “Shit, Damn, Motherfucker” from his album Brown Sugar.

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Features

Creatives Care Dallas Honors Late Artist Rage Almighty Through Sweeping Healthcare Solutions

By Austin ZookOctober 23, 2025

The Dallas Music Office has announced an affordable health and wellness program for local working creatives at just $65 per month.

Features

Rico Nasty Is Rap’s Weird Emo Cousin

By Eric DiepOctober 23, 2025

Before her debut at The Bomb Factory, Rico shares details on evolving as an artist and why more than one woman can be at the top.

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Critic's Notebook

The 10 Best Dallas Songs About Dallas of All Time

By Austin ZookOctober 22, 2025

Big D is the main character (or at least driving the main character) in these songs about and inspired by the city.

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Concerts

The Dallas Concerts to Look Forward to This Fall

By Eric DiepOctober 21, 2025

Janet Jackson, Maroon 5, Playboi Carti and DJ Snake are some of the acts performing in and around Dallas this fall.

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Critic's Notebook

‘It’s New D or Nothing’: HeadHuncho Amir’s 50 Year Run Proves He’s Here to Stay

By Eric DiepOctober 20, 2025

Listen to the New Dallas rapper’s latest mixtape out now.

Critic's Notebook

John Legend Celebrates 20 Years of Get Lifted Debut Album in Irving

By Aria BellOctober 19, 2025

The 13-time Grammy Award winner’s anniversary tour headed to The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory on Saturday, which lifted Dallas fans’ spirits.

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Critic's Notebook

R&B and Neo Soul Pioneer D’Angelo Has Passed at Age 51

By Eric DiepOctober 14, 2025

Multiple Grammy Award winner D’Angelo, known for three timeless albums, has died. He was one of our greatest artists.

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Concerts

Watch Paul Wall Bring Out Frankie J, Perform Houston Classics at State Fair Show

By Eric DiepOctober 13, 2025

Paul Wall headlined the main stage at the State Fair of Texas, performing songs like “Chunk Up the Deuce” to thousands of fans.

Features

Grammy Award Winner BriJolie Is Ready to Be the Star of Her Own Show

By Jamisha DanielsOctober 13, 2025

After appearing on albums by Beyoncé and Kanye West, the Fort Worth native is looking to create some original songs of her own.

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Critic's Notebook

Shaboozey Savors the Moment With Leon Bridges at First Sold-Out Billy Bob’s Show

By Eric DiepOctober 10, 2025

Shaboozey’s headlining tour turned up the fun at the world’s largest honky tonk in Fort Worth with a surprise from Leon Bridges.

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