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Meet DJ Alaska, Oak Cliff's Goth Payasita

By Akshaj Turebylu

Aug 1, 2025

Alaska has brought national attention to Oak Cliff, representing Dallas in the internationally renowned Boiler Room sets.

Jin's Solo Tour Brings Happiness and a Lot of Fun to Dallas

By Eric Diep

Jul 23, 2025

On the first of two nights at American Airlines Center, the #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR was filled with silliness and positivity.

Meet the Team Behind Techno Trolley Before You Party With Jenna Shaw and Susie Otto

By Elvis Anderson

Jul 14, 2025

On Friday, Techno Trolley returns for another sold-out event. Here's who's behind the two-hour rides that are BYOB friendly.

Remy Reilly Is Getting Over Her Situationship and Entering a New Era With “Ricochet”

By Eric Diep

Jun 30, 2025

The Dallas singer on what inspired “Ricochet,” the dance single that explores the messy, undefined nature of situationships.

Dom Dolla Is Coming to Dallas This Fall

By Eric Diep

Jun 19, 2025

The Melbourne-raised artist has toured around the world, adding two dates for Texans who love house and electronic.

The Church Launches CatPunk, A New Club Hosted on Thursdays

By Simon Pruitt

Jun 6, 2025

Three decades on, the goth nightclub is still growing Dallas' nightlife scene with its new weekly concept.

Madonna Introduces Fans to Her Alter-Ego Veronica Electronica With Remix Album

By Eric Diep

Jun 6, 2025

Listen to “Skin” (The Collaboration Remix Edit), the first taste of Madonna's long-rumored Veronica Electronica album.

Peggy Gou Kept the Energy Flowing in Dallas Debut at Silo

By Julianna Chen

May 12, 2025

The South Korea-born, Berlin-based electronic artist made her first time in Dallas a night to remember.

Claude VonStroke, Dance Music's Most Celebrated Legend, Is Coming to Dallas

By Elvis Anderson

May 8, 2025

After shaping dance music for over 20 years, Claude VonStroke is living a life of leisure and bringing the party to Dallas.

A Quick Guide for Aspiring DJs on Beat-Matching from DJ Willie Dutch

By Jason Janik

Apr 18, 2025

“I wanted to celebrate the forgotten Black artists of the '70s and '80s,” Dutch says. He has tips for how you can, too.

Micha Heyboer (left) and Jordi van Achthoven (right), DJ duo Tinlicker.

After a Week in Dallas, Tinlicker Will Return to the Netherlands As Certified Cowboys

By Elvis Anderson

Apr 10, 2025

The famed electronic duo is spending a few days in Dallas between Coachella shows, including a big party at Silo.

Wamono Nights Brings City Pop to the Dance Floor in Bishop Arts

By Akshaj Turebylu

Apr 9, 2025

All the rage in Oak Cliff: LadyLove has a night devoted to viral vintage Japanese sounds on vinyl.

Enjoy Flamenco, Food and Fun at these Upcoming Spanish Festivals

By Simon Pruitt

Apr 7, 2025

Presented by the Flame Foundation and the Flamenco Fever respectively, Dallas is in for a season of Spanish culture.

A crowd dances at a rave under disco balls.

Take a Break Fest Partners With Apple Music For 'DJ Mix Series'

By Simon Pruitt

Feb 21, 2025

The North Texas house music brand released 10 full DJ mixes on streaming.

The Best Upcoming Performing Arts Events in Dallas From Now Through Spring

By Julianna Chen

Feb 11, 2025

From "Back to the Future: The Musical" to Rachmaninoff, Dallas stages have something for you this spring.

Council Pulls Dallas Black Dance Theatre Funding Over Unfair Labor Practices

By Emma Ruby

Dec 12, 2024

Nearly $250,000 in city funding will be reallocated to other cultural and arts programs.

City Council Pauses Funding for Dallas Black Dance Theatre After Mass Layoffs of Unionizing Dancers

By Vanessa Quilantan

Oct 24, 2024

The council puts a $248,435 grant on hold pending investigation of union-busting allegations.

Dallas' Newest, Biggest Nightclub Ain’t Your Grandaddy’s Grain Silo

By Elvis Anderson

Oct 16, 2024

The Design District in Dallas has a new dance club, and it's a massive, state-of-the-art repurposed grain silo.

Rowdy 'Bingo Raves' Coming to Dallas and Plano

By Carly May Gravley

Sep 27, 2024

Bingo Loco is putting a wild spin on the nursing home staple with booze, music and mountains of confetti.

Cooliteo's Baile-Pop Dance Parties Bring Nothing But Bangers

By Vanessa Quilantan

Sep 27, 2024

Dallas DJs Ynfynyt Scroll and El Nick DGO are building community in Dallas nightlife with their party, Cooliteo.

Dance

ATEEZ Was Three Hours of Nonstop Screaming

Molly Santana Kept the Mosh Pits Going in Dallas

Dance

ATEEZ Was Three Hours of Nonstop Screaming

Molly Santana Kept the Mosh Pits Going in Dallas

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