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BigXThaPlug and Luke Combs Bleeped Out During “Pray Hard” CMA Awards Performance

By Eric DiepNovember 20, 2025

Entire seconds of BigXThaPlug and Luke Combs’ performance were bleeped out during the broadcast, with the offensive words unclear.

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Watch Erykah Badu’s Live Mini-Concert Celebrating 25 Years of Mama’s Gun

By Eric DiepNovember 19, 2025

Joined by Thundercat on bass and reunited with members of her original band, Erykah Badu does what she does best in this performance.

Silver Skylarks, Cure for Paranoia and Uncle Roy & Spice Go on a Lonely Path for Love in “The Math”

By Eric DiepNovember 19, 2025

We’re premiering Silver Skylarks’ video for “The Math” with many cameos from the local music scene. It’s a Dallas and Austin affair.

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Hear BigXThaPlug and Post Malone’s Long-Awaited Collab “Cold”

By Eric DiepNovember 17, 2025

Fans have been asking for a country rap song from two of Dallas’ biggest artists. Finally, we have a snippet.

Blondshell Channels ’90s Angst for Current Catharsis in Dallas Debut

Blondshell Channels ’90s Angst for Current Catharsis in Dallas Debut

By Preston JonesNovember 17, 2025

After a summer of playing sold-out shows and festivals around the world, Blondshell’s show in Deep Ellum was a can’t-miss event.

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Janet Jackson and Blake Shelton Celebrated the Spirit of North Texas at the Cotton Bowl

By Jamisha DanielsNovember 17, 2025

It was God’s Country meets Rhythm Nation in Fair Park, bringing fans to celebrate United Way of Metropolitan Dallas’ 100th anniversary.

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Janet Jackson Was at Alan Palomo and DJ Sober’s LadyLove Party Saturday Night

By Eric DiepNovember 16, 2025

Janet Jackson was in Dallas on Saturday, hitting up DJ Sober’s monthly party at LadyLove to enjoy a cosmic disco voyage.

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How to Help Fund Helium Queens’ Second Album in 7 Earthling Years

By Eric DiepNovember 14, 2025

The Dallas power trio from the moon started a Kickstarter campaign with a goal of $5,555 to finish the recording of their next full-length.

The 50 Best Texas Rap Songs

By H. Drew Blackburn and OthersNovember 13, 2025

DJ Screw lives on in Texas rap and the culture of our sound 25 years later. We revisit our list of the 50 Best Texas Rap Songs in his honor.

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Listen: Cardi B and Jeezy Reignite the Clubs With “Errtime” Snow Edition

By Eric DiepNovember 12, 2025

Cardi B says she wants to make the club fun again with a new remix featuring Jeezy and Latto off her latest album Am I The Drama?

Miss That Music Venue? 5 Places to Catch a Similar Vibe

By Tyler HicksNovember 12, 2025

We loved the Bronco Bowl, Lizard Lounge and Curtain Club just as much as anyone else. Spots in Dallas you can go to get that feeling again.

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The Rolling Stones’ Guitar, Stage-Worn Outfits Up for Auction

By Eric DiepNovember 11, 2025

Dallas-based Heritage Auctions will sell hundreds of artifacts from The Rolling Stones’ storied career that could fetch around $1.3 million.

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Mo3 Was the Boosie of North Dallas

By Eric DiepNovember 11, 2025

Five years after Mo3’s death on Nov. 11, we remember his contributions to hip-hop as a vendor of soulful, pain-wracked songs in vivid detail.

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Video: Leon Bridges Is Back Busking in Bishop Arts

By Eric DiepNovember 10, 2025

Leon Bridges just casually busked in front of Lockhart Smokehouse in Bishop Arts over the weekend. No big deal.

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Why You Really Need to See Billie Eilish in Texas This Week

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 10, 2025

After seeing her in New Orleans, we’re making a case for why Dallasites should go to the Hit Me Hard and Soft shows in Austin.

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Paul Schalda’s Solo Debut Lately Is an Ode to the Human Experience

By Eric DiepNovember 10, 2025

Co-produced by Robert Ellis and Jeff “Skin” Wade, the Dallas-based singer-songwriter mixes folk and indie soul for a vulnerable listen.

Mike Snider Retires, AllGood Cafe Under New Ownership 

By Eric DiepNovember 10, 2025

Artist and producer John Pedigo, along with seasoned chef and restaurateur Robin Gill, plans to carry on the legacy of AllGood in Deep Ellum.

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Watch the Sly Stone Tribute Led by Stevie Wonder at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

By Eric DiepNovember 8, 2025

The Denton-born musical icon was honored by Maxwell, Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Beck, Questlove of The Roots and Jennifer Hudson.

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OK Go Pulled Out Handbells and Brought 150 Pounds of Confetti for Their Dallas Show

By Juan R. GoveaNovember 7, 2025

OK Go is back with their first new studio album in 10 years, coming through House of Blues to shake things up again.

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Nominees for the 2026 Grammys Revealed

By Eric DiepNovember 7, 2025

Chappell Roan announced nominees for Best New Artist, the Ozzy Osbourne family shared the nominees for rock and metal and Doechii delivered Best Rap Album.

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Fort Worth’s 2BYG Brings Classic R&B With Gen Z Aura on Def Jam Debut

By Eric DiepNovember 6, 2025

The rising Fort Worth R&B group is teeming with youthful energy, delivering an EP that’s all smooth harmonies and lover boy anthems.

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Yella Beezy’s Bond Modified So He Can Go to the Studio Once a Week

By Eric DiepNovember 6, 2025

Yella Beezy can work in the studio five hours a week while awaiting trial in the death of rapper Mo3.

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