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‘Radiohead on Strings’ opens ConcertDome at Fort Worth’s Omni Theater

By Preston BartaJune 8, 2026

The new series turned the gloomy music of Radiohead into a string-led, cosmically immersive experience. And there’s more to come.

Fort Worth country artist Matthew McNeal wins 2026 Jambaloo Music Prize

By Alec SpicerJune 7, 2026

The local music contest held its inaugural benefit show with a dynamic homecoming set from Marc Rebillet at the Longhorn Ballroom on Saturday night.

Big D has a friend in TS: Taylor Swift involved with ‘Toy Story’ billboard in Dallas

By Preston BartaJune 1, 2026

A cryptic “Toy Story” billboard near Deep Ellum had Dallas drivers and Swifties decoding its meaning. Now we know why.

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8 songs from North Texas artists to put on your sex playlist

By Alyssa FieldsJune 1, 2026

You thought a city called Big D wasn’t going to be producing especially horny music?

Deep Vellum Music & Literature Fest begins a new chapter by turning up the volume

By Preston BartaMay 29, 2026

This July, Hanif Abdurraqib and Jamila Woods join a lineup of local and global talent to unite music and literature for the inaugural festival in Deep Ellum.

Watch: Dallas’ Cure for Paranoia takes NPR’s Tiny Desk

By Alec SpicerMay 28, 2026

After winning the live music series’ contest earlier this month, the hip-hop group officially steps behind the iconic desk.

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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.

Cure for Paranoia’s victory lap show at Double Wide was one for the books

By Andrew ShermanMay 25, 2026

The match for a new golden age of Dallas music was lit at the hip-hop collective’s celebratory show on Sunday night.

No brainer: Cure For Paranoia wins NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest

By Alec Spicer and OthersMay 12, 2026

The Dallas hip-hop collective will be featured in the highly coveted live performance YouTube series later this month.

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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.

The 12 Best Karaoke Spots in Dallas

By Alex Gonzalez and OthersMay 1, 2026

You probably can’t hit the big notes in “Bohemian Rhapsody,” but we know that won’t stop you, so here are all of the places you can attempt it.

Listen: Charley Crockett Just Dropped a Surprise Album Called Clovis

By Alec SpicerApril 29, 2026

“You can fuckin’ drop a record whenever the fuck you want,” he says of the release.

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The 10 best World Cup songs of all time

By Alyssa FieldsApril 28, 2026

The World Cup in North America has it’s first official song and there’s many more to come.

North Texas-Based Gavin Copeland Signs Record Deal With Empire

By Alyssa FieldsApril 24, 2026

Copeland told us in March his dream was mainstream success. He’s a step closer.

Indie Trio Little Image Went to Band Therapy, Now They’re Back and Better Than Ever

By Baylie VikeApril 23, 2026

Little Image’s third and latest album Kill the Ghost is out now. But the band had to do some work before they could create again.

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Eve 6, Fastball Find ‘The Way’ Back to the ’90s

By Preston BartaApril 22, 2026

Dallas relived the late ’90s and early ‘00s with self-aware humor, nostalgic anecdotes and unforgettable sing-alongs.

Was That Daft Punk or Just Two Guys in Masks at Boogies Over The Weekend?

By Alyssa FieldsApril 20, 2026

Harder, better, faster, stronger and yes, still broken up. 

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

By Alyssa FieldsApril 15, 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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The 13 Best Record Stores in Dallas for Record Store Day

By Samantha Thornfelt and OthersApril 15, 2026

There are many great record stores in North Texas, but these are our favorites.

DJ Spinderella is Bringing the Beat to Dallas Streets for the Michael Biopic Pop-Up Tour

By Preston BartaApril 13, 2026

When hip-hop royalty pays tribute to the King of Pop right in your backyard, you do not sit it out. Here’s where to catch it today.

Charley Crockett performs on stage for a music festival

Houston, We Have a Twang: Charley Crockett Wakes Up the Artemis II Crew

By Preston BartaApril 11, 2026

A soulful track from the Dallas country singer became a soundtrack for Artemis II astronauts on the last full day of their historic lunar journey.

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A Timeline of the Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane Kidnapping

By Alyssa FieldsApril 10, 2026

Gucci Mane was reportedly kidnapped in Dallas in January. An arrest was made in April, and a diss track was released today. Here’s your TL;DR.

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