The Rapper You Knew as So-So Topic Is Now Tommy Raps
So-So Topic is now “Tommy Raps.” And what’s in a name exactly? In the music industry, a whole lot.
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10 Artists the Internet Hates for No Reason
Some internet opinions have become accepted as truth. And look, Chuck Norris is just not that strong. Here are some artists who unjustly got categorized as terrible by the internet.
Mojo Nixon Has No Regrets – Definitely Not Picking on Popstars, Nor ‘Don Henley Must Die’
A new documentary called “The Mojo Manifesto” chronicles the life and career of the court jester of country and rock ‘n roll, Mojo Nixon.
Punk Legend Barry Kooda Is Leaving Dallas, and It’s a Big Loss
The local punk pioneer from The Nervebreakers and creator of the Open Carry Guitar Rally says he’s packing up and moving off to Costa Rica by the end of the month.
SZA’s Dallas Concert Was the Collective Therapy Session We Needed
On Friday night, we graduated from therapy thanks to SZA.
Bob Weir & Wolf Bros Paint a Masterpiece at the Majestic Theatre
The tight pack known as Bob Weir & Wolf Bros made its way to the historic Majestic Theatre in Dallas Thursday night for a sold-out concert. For those who somehow don’t know, Bob Weir was a co-founding member of the Grateful Dead and will lead Dead & Company on their…
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10 Best Concerts of the Week: New Order, SZA, QueensrÁ¿che and More
Get ready to make some decisions, North Texas, because eight concerts from this week’s list are taking place on Friday and Saturday night. Future, Reverend Horton Heat, New Order, SZA, QueensrÁ¿che and more.
The Best Songs Snubbed by This Year’s Oscars
2022 was a stellar year for movies and an insanely good year for soundtracks. So why did the Oscars only pick five songs to nominate for Best Original Song at this year’s Academy Awards?
The Vandoliers Wear Dresses as a Middle Finger to Tennessee’s Legislature
The raucous country rock group The Vandoliers aren’t afraid to make a little noise on the stage but the gesture the Dallas born band made at a show in Tennessee spoke louder and bolder than its set list could.
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Dallas-Based Songwriter Quentin Moore Teams Up With Snoop Dogg for a Remix of Moore’s ‘B.F.U’
A year ago as Quentin Moore left a gig where he played his brand of soulful R&B at a wedding, waxing poetic on love and happiness, a thought came to the Dallas-based songwriter: “I thought it would be hilarious if I had a song that talked about ‘If I had…
A Look Back at the Music That Made Us Believe in Ted Lasso
The Ted Lasso series has done things no one thought could be possible in television. It creates comedy by pointing out the absurdity of cynicism by not wallowing in it. It made American audiences ravenous for soccer. It made Apple TV+ popular.
I, Kimbra – How The Indie Star Is Thriving On The Road
Ever since being launched to stardom as half of the smash 2011 hit “Somebody I Used to Know” with Gotye, New Zealand indie pop adventurist Kimbra has been a fixture of playlists for those seeking more out of pop music’s sheen than just hooks and looks.
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A New Dallas Doc Fills in the Blanks on the Spectacular Story of Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan
Oak Cliff guitar gods Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan are the subjects of a new Dallas-made documentary examining their lives and careers.
The Hoosier State’s Patron Saint, John Mellencamp, Blessed Grand Prairie on Wednesday Night
John Mellencamp brought hits, deep cuts and lots of cussing to Grand Prairie on Wednesday night.
10 Best Concerts of the Week: Muse, Carrie Underwood, Buddy Guy and More
This week, North Texas will get a chance to see huge names including Buddy Guy, Muse, Steve Aoki, Carrie Underwood and more.
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The Polyphonic Spree’s Salvage Enterprise Is Done, but Tim DeLaughter Wants a Just-Right Release
The Polyphonic Spree’s latest crowdfunded album, “Salvage Enterprise,” is done, but singer Tim DeLaughter says he’s looking for a way to release it so listeners can experience its full effect in a digital music world.
What’s the Truth Behind the Beyoncé Country Album Rumors?
Maybe you’ve heard the whispers or seen the tweets. Some fans are claiming Beyoncé’s next addition to her discography will be a country album.
Why Did Kroger Pull a Display for Snoop Dogg’s Wine?
If you’re a fan of Snoop Dogg (and if you’re not, why are you so afraid to love?), there are a ton of ways to show your financial support to the rapper-turned-actor-turned-game show host-turned-rapper again. The artist formerly known as Snoop Lion and Snoopy Doggie Dogg has the kind of merchandising line that could make KISS think about its priorities.
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She-Rock Is Back With an Awards Ceremony and Comedy
Women light up the North Texas music scene all year, and a nonprofit will be arranging a special weekend to celebrate these powerhouses on International Women’s Day.
The Yelp Reviews for Local Music Venues That Made Us Stop Scrolling
Kim Kardashian was wrong. It seems everyone does “want to get their ass up and work these days,” but they only want one job, working as a critic.
Holy Crap – Erykah Badu Started Her Birthday Bash on Time
Maybe it was a change in ownership at The Factory or maybe it was just a sign of maturity, but Erykah Badu did not keep the crowd waiting on her 52 birthday show.
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‘Godfather of Heavy Metal’ Faces Charges After Running for Mayor as a Convicted Sex Offender
The self-proclaimed Godfather of Heavy Metal didn’t run for Arlington Mayor in early 2021 “to become a poster boy for fighting a ruling that said that convicted felons couldn’t after they finished their sentences,” as he pointed out in a recent Observer interview.