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Critic's Notebook

Photos: Deep Ellum Block Party Was a Reunion of Old Friends

By Miguel CorreaNovember 24, 2025

The 2025 Deep Ellum Block Party brought together over 100 artists. It was an all-day celebration of local music in Dallas.

Concerts

2025 Deep Ellum Block Party Set Times

By Eric DiepNovember 21, 2025

We got you covered with a schedule of artists to see on Saturday, from Ravs and Los Beckleys to Astrogiirl and Curl.

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Concerts

Deep Ellum Block Party Jam Packs Something for Everyone

By Austin ZookNovember 20, 2025

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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Erykah Badu
Critic's Notebook

Watch Erykah Badu’s Live Mini-Concert Celebrating 25 Years of Mama’s Gun

By Eric DiepNovember 19, 2025

Joined by Thundercat on bass and reunited with members of her original band, Erykah Badu does what she does best in this performance.

Critic's Notebook

Silver Skylarks, Cure for Paranoia and Uncle Roy & Spice Go on a Lonely Path for Love in “The Math”

By Eric DiepNovember 19, 2025

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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Critic's Notebook

Janet Jackson and Blake Shelton Celebrated the Spirit of North Texas at the Cotton Bowl

By Jamisha DanielsNovember 17, 2025

It was God’s Country meets Rhythm Nation in Fair Park, bringing fans to celebrate United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ 100th anniversary.

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Janet Jackson Was at Alan Palomo and DJ Sober’s LadyLove Party Saturday Night

By Eric DiepNovember 16, 2025

Janet Jackson was in Dallas on Saturday, hitting up DJ Sober’s monthly party at LadyLove to enjoy a cosmic disco voyage.

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Features

Fort Worth’s 2BYG Wants the Spotlight Back on Male R&B Groups

By Aria BellNovember 12, 2025

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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Critic's Notebook

Fort Worth’s 2BYG Brings Classic R&B With Gen Z Aura on Def Jam Debut

By Eric DiepNovember 6, 2025

The rising Fort Worth R&B group is teeming with youthful energy, delivering an EP that’s all smooth harmonies and lover boy anthems.

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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

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

After a Health Scare, Cassie Holt Returns Home to Feed Her Soul

By Leah FrazierOctober 22, 2025

Through love and loss, the Dallas soul singer writes her most personal record yet, dedicating each song to a family member.

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.

Concerts

What Setlist Dallas Fans Can Expect at John Legend’s 20th Anniversary Concert?

By Laura BoykinsOctober 17, 2025

Fans can’t wait to celebrate with Legend, who is performing at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in October.

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Giveon Gives Moment of Silence for D’Angelo at Sold-Out Irving Show

By Jamisha DanielsOctober 15, 2025

Giveon takes his sophomore album on the road, keeping R&B sacred with soul-filled serenades at the Toyota Music Factory.

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.

Features

Dallas-Born JMSN Finally Got His Pop Hit, So He Went Rock

By Simon PruittOctober 14, 2025

The singer-songwriter returns to Dallas next month with a brand new grunge-inspired sound.

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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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