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Concerts

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Announces New Season Schedule and It Sounds Pretty Cool

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 26, 2026

Going to the symphony is just for the Dallas elite, right? Wrong. It’s for pop music and Harry Potter fans, too.

Lady Gaga posing for a photo
Concerts

The Best Concerts in Dallas This March

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 25, 2026

Lady Gaga, Cardi B and The Neighborhood all in one month? Someone take our credit card away.

Critic's Notebook

About You’s Debut Album Weathers A Storm Five Years in the Making

By Scott TuckerFebruary 25, 2026

Booker T. Washington alum Max Poscente leads his indie band to the future of rock ‘n’ roll on The Lighthouse, The Storm.

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indie-rock band Enjambre stands in front of trees
Concerts

Ahead of Daños Luz Tour at Trees, Enjambre Find Their Light

By Baylie VikeFebruary 24, 2026

The acclaimed Mexican indie-rock greats say their new record is a destination 30 years in the making.

The crowd of a punk rock concert
Critic's Notebook

The 15 Best Venues To Catch a Punk Show in DFW

By Vera "Velma" Hernandez and OthersFebruary 22, 2026

Punk never dies, especially not at these North Texas moshing grounds.

Critic's Notebook

A Dallas Author Explains Why Austin Gets All The Music Scene Credit, Fair or Not

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 19, 2026

Mitch Baranowski explores Austin’s thriving music ecosystem with his new book, and tells us why Dallas’ doesn’t quite stack up in comparison.

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Critic's Notebook

Fort Worth Rock Icons Toadies Announce New Album Release Date

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 17, 2026

First announced in 2024, the new Toadies record, recorded by the late, great Steve Albini, has an official release date.

Tripping Daisy performs at Tulips in Fort Worth
Concerts

Photos: Tripping Daisy Lit the Firecracker at Jambaloo 2026

By Juan R. GoveaFebruary 16, 2026

The Dallas rock titans rounded out one of North Texas’ best music festivals with a splashy headlining show at Tulips.

thin line fest performance
Concerts

Thin Line Fest Announces 2026 Music Lineup Headlined by Whores and Luna Luna

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 10, 2026

Whores are coming to Denton for the free music, film and photography festival in March.

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Concerts

Green Day Sticks to Script For Super Bowl LX Preshow

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 8, 2026

Green Day didn’t say much, but the music speaks for itself.

Critic's Notebook

Kid Rock will Headline Turning Point USA’s Cynical Halftime Stunt

By Sam EiflingFebruary 5, 2026

In case you want an all-white, country rock alternative to official Super Bowl acts Bad Bunny and Green Day.

Concerts

Longhorn Backyard Announces Inaugural Concert Season and Grand Opening Show

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 28, 2026

It takes a lot for us to be excited about an outdoor concert venue in Texas, but we’ll gladly saddle up for this one.

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Concerts

Portugal. The Man’s Alaskan Soul Finds a Second Home in Texas

By Preston BartaDecember 10, 2025

Ahead of a stop at The Bomb Factory on Thursday, frontman John Gourley talks the new album, Alaskan roots and why Texas gets “a little loose.”

Critic's Notebook

The Spotify Unwrapped Movement Takes Aim at Streamer’s ICE Interest

By Kena SosaDecember 5, 2025

Spotify is wrapping up 2025 with some political controversy.

Critic's Notebook

KATSEYE’s First Tour Proves What Fans Already Know: They’re the Next Big Thing

By Melanie Love SalazarDecember 1, 2025

It felt like a homecoming for the Grammy-nominated global pop group, as member Lara Raj was elated to be back home in Dallas.

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Features

Sick New World Aims to Reclaim DFW’s Rock Legacy

By Preston BartaDecember 1, 2025

From a promoter’s mission to a rock renaissance, Bobby Clay explains why Sick New World is betting big on our complex festival history.

Critic's Notebook

David Byrne Dazzled in Long-Awaited Return to Dallas

By Simon PruittNovember 29, 2025

We attended the first night of the multi-hyphenate’s spectacular Who Is the Sky Tour at Music Hall at Fair Park.

Features

From Dhaka to Dallas: Inside the Sudden Rise of Bangla Underground Music

By Mezabahnur "Mezbah" MasumNovember 28, 2025

Gonojowar, Aux4D, Melody Lane and more are driving this grassroots movement with their fusion of Bangla lyrics with rock and metal sounds.

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Concerts

Sublime Launches Touring Music Festival With Fort Worth Debut

By Eric DiepNovember 25, 2025

The Southern California band will be joined by fellow icons Slightly Stoopid for the inaugural Me Gusta at Panther Island Pavilion.

Band on stage
Critic's Notebook

Dear Iron Maiden, Don’t Skip Dallas on Your World Tour

By Melissa "Metalissa" GuerreroNovember 25, 2025

We’ve sold out your shows and braved bathroom brawls for your merch. It’s time you announce a Dallas date in 2026.

Band on stage
Critic's Notebook

Photos: Deep Ellum Block Party Was a Reunion of Old Friends

By Miguel CorreaNovember 24, 2025

The 2025 Deep Ellum Block Party brought together over 100 artists. It was an all-day celebration of local music in Dallas.

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Concerts

Guns N’ Roses Announce World Tour With Arlington Show in 2026

By Eric DiepNovember 24, 2025

The powerhouse rock icons expand their 2025 tour and will release two new songs “Nothin” and “Atlas” on Dec. 2.

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