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Branoofunck Talk Formation, Sundays at the Armoury and Shaping Deep Ellum's Sound

By Eric Diep

Jul 30, 2025

Branoofunck's drawing crowds of young and not-so-young 2000s hip-hop lovers to the happiest dance floor in Deep Ellum.

Watch HeadHuncho Amir Eat Rudy's Chicken and Hit Up SMU in 'New Dallus' Video

By Bryson "Boom" Paul

Jul 28, 2025

As HeadHuncho Amir tours with EST Gee, he's returning to Dallas this weekend. Listen to his single showcasing our city.

Hustleman Quise Is the Latest New Dallas Rapper to Sign With a Major Label

By Eric Diep

Jul 28, 2025

Hustleman Quise joins HeadHuncho Amir, Montana 700 and Zillionaire Doe to push the New Dallas movement forward.

‘The Way It Is’ Reignited: Keyshia Cole’s 20th Anniversary Tour Lights Up Dickies Arena

By Aria Bell

Jul 27, 2025

Keyshia Cole is celebrating her debut album The Way It Is with support from Tink, Keri Hilson and Elijah Blake

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8 New 4Batz Songs to Hear Right Now

By Eric Diep

Jul 25, 2025

At the request of his fans, 4Batz has been dropping more singles. Here's a taste of his high-pitched R&B.

Scuttino Found Himself in Dallas, But Monroe Is Still Home

By Eric Diep

Jul 22, 2025

Last week, we linked up with the Oak Cliff rapper to discuss his new eight-track EP after getting an early listen.

Sudarshan Iyengar's Sangita App Might Change the Way Musicians Write Songs

By Simon Pruitt

Jul 21, 2025

Created by designer and musician Sudarshan Iyengar, the app lets users transcribe their voice into notes in real time.

Millkzy Introduces Floetry to Dallas in Debut Performance at House of Blues

By Eric Diep

Jul 18, 2025

Dallas-based artist Millkzy has been making waves with his poetic spoken word and emotionally charged storytelling.

Dallas New Music Round Up: Songs by Pierce Washington, Tay Money and Kali Flower

By Eric Diep

Jul 17, 2025

Pierce Washington evolves as a modern-day folklorist, HeadHuncho Amir features The Observer in his video, plus more.

Dallas Fans Get the Clipse Reunion Show They've Waited Decades For

By Vanessa Quilantan

Jul 16, 2025

Clipse's Let God Sort Em Out tour comes through Dallas, remedying a 2009 show cancellation at The Granada.

Yella Beezy Being Called ‘Biggest Rapper From Texas’ Is a Reach

By Eric Diep

Jul 16, 2025

Yella Beezy responded in the comments, correcting that he was a student of the game and that he was 'one of the greatest.'

Ashanti, Dru Hill Provided the R&B Summer Grooves Despite the Heavy Rain in Dallas

By Jamisha Daniels

Jul 13, 2025

Ashani, Dru Hill and Mario hit the stage at Texas Trust CU Theatre and had fans singing all night.

UPDATE: Watch BigXThaPlug's First Performance in Germany Before He Heads to Wireless Festival

By Eric Diep

Jul 13, 2025

BigXThaPlug is the biggest, the largest, and he's bringing Texas rap to Germany before touching down in London.

Hashi Senjoo Is Preserving the Classic Texas Sound by Connecting Dallas and Houston

By Jamisha Daniels

Jul 10, 2025

The Dallas rapper values the South's position in hip-hop: 'Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas, that's our base.'

New Orleans for Essence Festival: Is a Last-Minute Trip Worth It?

By Adelle Platon

Jul 7, 2025

An Essence Festival first-timer weighs the pros and cons of a spur-of-the-moment getaway to The Big Easy.

El Paso Rapper Krystall Poppin's Morningside Heights Is a Love Letter to Texas

By Alex Gonzalez

Jul 4, 2025

“I've been lucky enough to have the support of my city for a while now,” she says, who released her new album last month.

Webbie's Fourth of July Show at Club Vivo Was Beautiful Nostalgia

By Eric Diep

Jul 4, 2025

We spent the first few hours of Independence Day singing 'I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T' with the Baton Rouge rapper and his people.

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BBQ Playlist: Best Dallas Artists for Your Fourth of July Party

By Eric Diep

Jul 2, 2025

We're prepping for the Fourth of July early with our inaugural Spotify playlist featuring all local artists.

Diddy Found Not Guilty of Sex Trafficking and Racketeering in Jury Verdict

By Eric Diep

Jul 2, 2025

Diddy has been acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges, but convicted of lesser charges.

Everything to Know About the Diddy Trial: A Complete Timeline

By Emily Ferguson

Jul 2, 2025

We've been keeping tabs on the Diddy trial so that you don't have to. Be warned, it's all disturbing.

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