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Rock Music

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Rod Wave at Dallas' American Airlines Center.
Concerts

Most anticipated concerts of 2026 (so far)

By Alec Spicer and OthersJuly 7, 2026

Ravyn Lenae, American Football, Role Model and more promise a big year for shows in North Texas.

Features

Poor David’s Pub keeps the music playing as David’s daughter inherits the legacy venue

By Preston BartaJuly 2, 2026

One of Dallas’ longest surviving live music venues begins a new chapter as its founder passes the keys to his daughter. Now, she needs help turning the lock.

Keiferband on stage at Granada Theater
Concerts

Still loud, still sold out: Former Cinderella frontman Tom Keifer rocks a packed Granada Theater

By Kurt DanielsJune 28, 2026

After a raucous opening set from L.A. Guns, Tom Keifer turned back the clock to the hair metal days.

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Concerts

The Polyphonic Spree will cram wonder and whimsy into upcoming Fort Worth show

By Preston BartaJune 26, 2026

Tim DeLaughter and Mark Pirro have been forced to find ingenious ways to fit their very large sound in very small rooms.

Critic's Notebook

Turnover took us to the future at a sold-out Tulips

By Preston BartaJune 25, 2026

Turnover’s Wednesday night show traded nostalgia for newness by bringing to life some of their best music released in nearly a decade.

Concerts

Texas-born Kevin Morby ends his tour where his story began

By Alyssa FieldsJune 22, 2026

We caught Kevin Morby’s return home to Texas, and it was gorgeous display of undeniable guitar mastery.

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Concerts

The 2026 State Fair Main Stage has the craziest lineup we’ve ever seen

By Preston BartaJune 19, 2026

No one goes to the State Fair of Texas for the music, but maybe this year they should.

Concerts

7 concerts to take Dad to this Father’s Day weekend

By Preston BartaJune 18, 2026

Dads love music so much they got an entire subgenre of rock named after them. Take Dad to a concert this weekend for a holiday he won’t forget.

Concerts

Primus’ Les Claypool, Sean Ono Lennon will bring three bands to Irving for one wild night

By Preston BartaJune 15, 2026

Ahead of his June 25 show at Toyota Music Factory, legendary Primus bassist Les Claypool talks blur, danger and AI.

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Concerts

3 indie giants turned South Side Ballroom into a family reunion for All the Feelings Tour

By Preston BartaJune 10, 2026

Tuesday’s lineup of Stars, Broken Social Scene and Metric read like a family tree with deep indie-rock lineage.

Features

Dallas Guitarist Justin Lyons knows that home is where the heat is turned up

By Alex GonzalezJune 2, 2026

The coveted musician has toured all over the world with everyone from Lil’ Wayne to Blackpink, but he says nowhere else stacks up to the talent here.

Indie pop duo, brothers, Dallas
Critic's Notebook

Sounds of Summer: 10 new songs by North Texas artists to add to your playlists

By Austin ZookMay 26, 2026

Whether you’re lounging by the pool, making a road trip or cooking eggs on the sidewalk, these songs by homegrown artists will set the mood this summer.

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Concerts

Tripping Daisy brings it all home for final I Am An Elastic Firecracker anniversary show

By Preston BartaMay 18, 2026

Before the Dallas finale of the 30th anniversary tour for I Am An Elastic Firecracker, frontman Tim DeLaughter reflects on the band’s Deep Ellum roots.

Critic's Notebook

DIIV turned Tulips into a beautifully broken fever dream

By Preston BartaMay 7, 2026

The shoegaze band brought a surreal, heavy-lidded sonic spectacle to Fort Worth on Wednesday night.

Concerts

The Strokes Aren’t Coming to Texas, but Cover Band Different Strokes is Playing Friday

By Alyssa FieldsMay 5, 2026

The closest thing you’re gonna get to hearing Is This It live any time soon is through a cover band from Dallas.

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Concerts

The Maine To Bring a Cinematic Soundscape to The Bomb Factory This Weekend

By Preston BartaMay 1, 2026

The enduring pop-rock band tells us why Dallas, specifically, has long held a guaranteed spot on their tours.

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Features

Vaden vs. The Charmer: The Toadies Frontman Just Wants To Feel ‘F*ckin’ Normal’

By Kelly DearmoreApril 29, 2026

Following some long-needed help, Vaden Todd Lewis rocks his way out of his own darkness on his beloved band’s stellar new album.

Concerts

Local Troubadour Paul Schalda to Hit the Road with Built to Spill

By Preston BartaApril 8, 2026

Paul Schalda will play two shows in North Texas while opening for indie rock band Built to Spill.

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Critic's Notebook

The 6 Best Rock Concerts in North Texas This Spring

By Preston BartaApril 6, 2026

If you’re a Hot Topic alumni or Garden State is among your favorite films, start stretching now.

Critic's Notebook

The Sound of Spring: A Playlist for The Season Change

By Carly May GravleyMarch 30, 2026

Whether it’s for spring cleaning or your walks to enjoy the small slice of nice weather we get, this playlist is a soundtrack for the season.

Critic's Notebook

The Last Dinner Party Delivers A Feast for the Senses in Deep Ellum

By Preston JonesMarch 29, 2026

The English rock breakouts returned to Dallas at larger venue this time, and with a roaring set to match.

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Concerts

Blue October Just Wants to Enjoy the Moment For the 20th Anniversary of Foiled

By Alex GonzalezMarch 27, 2026

Ahead of the anniversary world tour, we asked frontman Justin Furstenfeld about sobriety, Texan pride, the rat race of the music industry and the Twilight love triangle.

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