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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.

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.

We Attended The DART Techno Train. Here’s How It Went

By Melanie HernandezMarch 27, 2026

It was a non-alcoholic experience that’ll have you questioning if you’re sober. And why you aren’t living more like a European.

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Nick Jonas Strikes A Chord with Paul Rudd in Power Ballad

By Preston BartaMarch 27, 2026

We caught up with Dallas’ own Nick Jonas to talk his new film, favorite restaurant to drop by when he comes back, and how the big Texas sky influences his work.

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Granada Theater Wants A Local Artist to Design Snail Mail’s Show Poster

By Carly May GravleyMarch 26, 2026

The indie-rock darling still needs a poster before she comes through here next month, so the Granada is opening it up to North Texas artists.

Dallas Filmmaker’s Doc Captures Charley Crockett’s Unvarnished Soul

Dallas Filmmaker’s Doc Captures Charley Crockett’s Unvarnished Soul

By Preston BartaMarch 26, 2026

A Cowboy in London offers an unapologetic look at the country crooner through director Jared L. Christopher’s lens.

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Thin Line Fest 2026: Our Top 10 Music Moments

By Preston BartaMarch 24, 2026

From Seryn’s emotional homecoming to an intergalactic rock opera, the 10 unforgettable sets that defined this year’s Thin Line Fest.

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Most Anticipated Concerts of 2026 (So Far)

By Alec Spicer and OthersMarch 23, 2026

Pussycat Dolls, Grupo Frontera, Doja Cat, Lil Wayne and more promise a big year for North Texas music fans.

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BigXThaPlug Drops New Mixtape Featuring The D.O.C., Snoop Dogg

By Alyssa FieldsMarch 20, 2026

“The biggest, the largest” also applies to the project’s stacked list of features.

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James Broadnax’s Pivotal Death Penalty Case Could Change How Lyrics Are Used in Court

By Alyssa FieldsMarch 20, 2026

Travis Scott and Young Thug are a few of the rappers backing the Dallas man convicted for a 2008 murder.

Robert Plant Hypnotically Fuses Past and Present at Majestic Theatre

By Preston JonesMarch 19, 2026

Rock royalty reigned as powerfully as ever in Dallas on Wednesday night.

Jazz Band D-CLAIM Shines a Spotlight on Dallas Poets 

By Isabella FerreriMarch 18, 2026

From a cozy corner at The Wild Detectives, the local poetry scene is getting all jazzed up.

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Norah Jones Honored as an Architect of Sound By Grammy Hall of Fame

By Alex GonzalezMarch 18, 2026

The Grapevine native will be the second-ever artist awarded the Ray Charles Architect of Sound Award by the Recording Academy.

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Kacey Musgraves Gives Us Permission To Be Horny on Main with New ‘Dry Spell’ Single

By Carly May GravleyMarch 11, 2026

The Texas country star also announced a new album, Middle of Nowhere, is coming in May.

‘Justice Was Not Served’: DOJ Reaches Unexpected Settlement With Live Nation

By Alyssa FieldsMarch 10, 2026

Early statements indicated Live Nation would chase the trial to the Supreme Court, but a comparatively small settlement might spare them the trouble.

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What To Know About the DOJ’s Lawsuit Against Live Nation and Ticketmaster

By Alyssa FieldsMarch 9, 2026

The DOJ claims Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally monopolize the Live music industry. Now it wants the companies separated.

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Ranking Every Song on Bruno Mars’ Long-Awaited Album, The Romantic

By Osvaldo EspinoMarch 6, 2026

Ahead of his two-night run at Globe Life Field next month, we decided to dive into the Grammy-winning artist’s first solo album in a decade.

The Internet Can’t Believe the Sound of Dallas Soul Artist Gavin Copeland’s Voice

By Alyssa FieldsMarch 4, 2026

The deepest (and currently most viral) voice in Dallas will have a record deal soon, and then a Grammy not long after, he hopes.

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Lady Gaga Brought Gorgeous Chaos to Fort Worth on Sunday

By Alec SpicerMarch 2, 2026

With her roaring, theatrical Mayhem Ball at Dickies Arena, the pop titan reminded us why she’s mother.

Protest Music Is Making a Comeback, But It Never Really Left Dallas

By Jason JanikFebruary 27, 2026

As protests happen nearly weekly, we’d like to remind you our local musicians aren’t rookies to standing up for justice.

Cardi B Endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate Primary

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 26, 2026

She doesn’t cook, she doesn’t clean, but she does endorse politicians.

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About You’s Debut Album Weathers A Storm Five Years in the Making

By Scott TuckerFebruary 25, 2026

Booker T. Washington alum Max Poscente leads his indie band to the future of rock ‘n’ roll on The Lighthouse, The Storm.

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