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Graphic Content: The Artists Designing Dallas’ Rock Aesthetic

By Kendall MorganMarch 20, 2024

These Dallas graphic artists make music for your eyes.

Ravs, also known as Amanda Bongiovanni

Singer, Rapper and Instrumentalist Ravs Takes Her Own Independent Time

By Alex GonzalezMarch 18, 2024

A self-taught piano and guitar player, Ravs uses her marketing studies to promote herself as an artist.

Dallas Irish band Slugger's Rule performing.

The Irish Musicians of Dallas Get Ready for St. Patrick’s Day

By Jef RounerMarch 13, 2024

It’s showtime for artists playing Irish music this weekend.

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Original Fever in the Funkhouse Bassist Claims New Tribute Band is ‘Legally Wrong’

By Samantha ThornfeltMarch 13, 2024

Former bandmates disagree over who has the rights to the old songs.

Fans on the street at SXSW in Austin.

Dozens of Artists Drop Out of SXSW Over Ties to Military and Defense Contractors

By Carly May GravleyMarch 12, 2024

Artists like Fort Worth-based rock band Trauma Ray have canceled their appearances in official SXSW showcases in solidarity with Palestinians affected by the war in Gaza.

A rendering shows what the Sunset Amphitheatre in McKinney may look like when it opens in 2026.

$220 Million McKinney Music Venue Slated to Open in 2026

By Samantha ThornfeltMarch 12, 2024

The planned open-air amphitheater near U.S. 75 and State Highway 121 is expected to have a capacity of 20,000 and offer a superior music experience.

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Men’s fashion influencer and Wilhelmina model Queyoun Makor in denim, cowboy boots and Stetson.

The Beyoncé Effect? “Texas Hold ‘Em’s” Impact on North Texas’ Fashion and Culture

By Leah FrazierMarch 12, 2024

Fashion shops have seen an uptick in interest in Western style after Beyoncé’s single “Texas Hold ‘Em.”

Kelly Clarkson Found Her Footing 15 Years Ago with <i>All I Ever Wanted</i>

Kelly Clarkson Found Her Footing 15 Years Ago with All I Ever Wanted

By Preston JonesMarch 10, 2024

The Burleson native makes pop music on her own terms.

Daughters of Evil play at Electric Starship Arcade in January. The band was inspired by a short film.

Daughters of Evil Are the Spinal Tap of Dallas, With a Demonic Twist

By Jef RounerMarch 8, 2024

The Daughters of Evil are a fictional band playing real venues.

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Selena Gomez Is the Latest Star Accused of Plagiarizing Independent Artists

By Carly May GravleyMarch 7, 2024

Several independent artists have accused celebrities like Selena Gomez of copying their work, sparking debate on the difference between being inspired by a creator and stealing from one.

Joshua Ray Walker, seen in a pink furry coat and white hat, opened up about his recent medical scares, including a cancer diagnosis, for which he's currently undergoing chemo.

Joshua Ray Walker Says He’s ‘Fighting Hard’ Following Cancer Diagnosis

By Simon PruittMarch 5, 2024

The rising country star from Dallas had an incredible year musically, but a tough personal year after he was diagnosed with cancer.

La Bell, a radio host on 91.7 KXT, is the new host of the Sunday Supper Concert series, formerly hosted by Eric Nadel.

Radio Host La Bell Takes Over for Eric Nadel as Host of Sunday Supper Concert Series

By Samantha ThornfeltMarch 4, 2024

The sportscaster, who hosted more than 50 shows at Café Momentum, has passed the baton to radio host La Bell.

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St. Vincent’s New Music Video Has Fans Divided

By Vanessa QuilantanMarch 1, 2024

Dallas-bred singer St. Vincent upset fans on Thursday with the release of her music video, which shows her dancing while set on fire.

An aerial view of Dallas' Fair Park, which will host TwoGether Land Festival on Memorial Day weekend.

TwoGether Land Festival in Fair Park Will Feature Lil Wayne, Summer Walker and More

By Carly May GravleyFebruary 28, 2024

TwoGether Land Festival is a two-day celebration of R&B, hip-hop and Dallas music.

Norah Jones is pictured from around the time her album Come Away With Me was released 22 years ago.

Critics Slammed Norah Jones’ Sophomore Album, but It Had No Business Being That Good

By Preston JonesFebruary 28, 2024

Following up a massively adored album isn’t easy, but Norah Jones delivered with “Feels Like Home.” Too bad critics disagreed.

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The legendary Malcolm Garrett, wearing a Vivienne Westwood design, speaking at the punk exhibition Torn Apart , currently on display in Dallas.

The Work of Legendary British Graphic Artist Malcolm Garrett Is Torn Apart in Dallas

By Kendall MorganFebruary 26, 2024

The iconic designer says the art should be for the fans, not the artists.

Dallas singer Alex Irish in dark sunglasses. The artist has a new EP.

Tragedy Drove Alex Irish Away From Deep Ellum. The Music Brought Her Back.

By Alex GonzalezFebruary 22, 2024

Alex Irish survived a shooting, and she’s back with a vengeance.

Erykah Badu poses for the press in front of her very own Badu Bus, an initiative by DART to honor the Dallas singer.

DART Unveils Buses Honoring Erykah Badu

By Eva RaggioFebruary 21, 2024

Erykah Badu is the queen of the Dallas music scene, and these new DART buses are her chariots.

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Good Records Celebrated Its 24th Anniversary With Brainiac’s First Dallas Show in 27 Years

By Garrett GravleyFebruary 14, 2024

Balloons, Buc-ee’s and Brainiac: the Good Records anniversary had it all.

Musician/Full-Time Mortician Valenti Funk Debuts New Album With a PowerPoint Presentation

By Carly May GravleyFebruary 13, 2024

The Dallas-based writer, musician and producer is releasing his second album on Valentine’s Day.

Usher’s Halftime Show Could Be the Best in History

Usher’s Halftime Show Could Be the Best in History

By Emily FergusonFebruary 12, 2024

You can see him in Dallas in October, but this was the performance to remember.

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From Wu Tang Clan to DJs, Dallas Musicians’ Favorite Valentine’s Day Songs

From Wu Tang Clan to DJs, Dallas Musicians’ Favorite Valentine’s Day Songs

By Elvis AndersonFebruary 12, 2024

We asked Wu Tang’s Raekwon and Dallas DJs and tastemakers for their favorite love songs this Valentine’s Day.

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