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Critic's Notebook

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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Features

Rakim Al-Jabbaar Is Reintroducing Himself by Going Back to the Beginning

By Eric DiepMay 22, 2025

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

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Critic's Notebook

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?
Critic's Notebook

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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Features

Jess Williamson Feels Like a Visitor in Dallas, Her Local Roots Notwithstanding

By Garrett GravleyMay 21, 2025

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

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Features

TJ Novak Breathes Life Back Into the Live Album

By Sean StroudMay 20, 2025

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

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Critic's Notebook

Post Malone and BigXThaPlug Make a Dallas Connection in Detroit During Tour Stop

By Eric DiepMay 20, 2025

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

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Critic's Notebook

Chris Holt’s Album Release Show Finds Him Stepping Into the Spotlight

By Andrew ShermanMay 17, 2025

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

Chris Penn’s Memorial: Alex Montenegro, Joshua Ray Walker, Rhett Miller and More Celebrate His Life
Features

Chris Penn’s Memorial: Alex Montenegro, Joshua Ray Walker, Rhett Miller and More Celebrate His Life

By Simon PruittMay 16, 2025

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

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Concerts

Celebrate Slow Joy’s Debut Album Release at Spinster Records in Oak Cliff

By Eric DiepMay 16, 2025

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.

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Critic's Notebook

Dallas Rapper Mo3’s Estate Declared Sole Owner of Recordings in Lawsuit Win

By Leah FrazierMay 16, 2025

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

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Features

Dallas Musicians Reflect on Willie Nelson’s Red Headed Stranger Ahead of 50th Anniversary Celebration

By Christian McPhateMay 15, 2025

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

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Critic's Notebook

Lord Buffalo Cancels European Tour After Drummer Detained at DFW International Airport

By Eric DiepMay 14, 2025

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

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Features

After 10 Years, Dezi 5 Is Headlining The Kessler Theater With an Evolved Sound

By Eric DiepMay 14, 2025

The Texas soul singer is returning to a historic venue in Oak Cliff this summer, bringing new songs and special guests.

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Features

Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival Organizer Details What to Expect for Its 33rd Year in Richardson

By Libby VeatchMay 13, 2025

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

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Features

HeadHuncho Amir Is Motivating Dallas to Make Their Money Moves

By Eric DiepMay 12, 2025

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

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Critic's Notebook

Post Malone’s Big Ass Stadium Tour in Arlington: Best Moments

By Poppy XanderMay 10, 2025

Post Malone’s return to AT&T Stadium capped an eventful ACM Awards week. Here’s how Posty sent off country fans with a bang.

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Critic's Notebook

Behind the Scenes at the 60th Annual ACM Awards in Frisco

By Alex GonzalezMay 9, 2025

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

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Features

Grapevine High School Band Performing at Post Malone Show in Arlington

By Eric DiepMay 8, 2025

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

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Critic's Notebook

Teethe Will Put You in Their Trance on New Single “Magic of the Sale”

By Garrett GravleyMay 7, 2025

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

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Critic's Notebook

Good Records Co-Founder Chris Penn’s Memorial Set for May 15

By Eric DiepMay 7, 2025

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

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Concerts

BashfortheWorld Announces Summer Tour With Hometown Show in Dallas

By Eric DiepMay 6, 2025

After two sold-out shows in Dallas, the independent rapper wants to do it again at The Bomb Factory.

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