Five years after his sudden death, Hargrove’s widow, Aida Brandes-Hargrove, keeps his memory alive with reissues and more
“He gave his life to it”: Remembering Dallas jazz icon Roy Hargrove
August 29, 2023 by Preston Jones
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VIDEO: Swing dance nights in Deep Ellum keep the jive alive
August 28, 2023 by Jessica Waffles
Watch the swing dance Wednesday nights with Black Powder Vipers at Sons of Hermann Hall and learn about how you can take a class.
The KXT Local Show: Morningbuzz, Pretty Boy Aaron, AVRA BOOM
August 25, 2023 by Nilufer Arsala
Check out highlights from this week’s show and the full playlist!
PREMIERE: Dallas rapper, producer Pretty Boy Aaron returns with new single, “Something Good”
August 23, 2023 by Preston Jones
Your next chance to see Pretty Boy Aaron is next week at Tulips in Fort Worth.
“Aloha for Lahaina” raises funds for Hawaii wildfires
August 22, 2023 by Jessica Waffles
A fundraiser for Hawaii was hosted in Dallas at Opening Bell Coffee on Sunday, featuring local music by Sam Comier, Carly Carroll and more.
VIDEO: Nathan Mongol Wells’ unforgettable album release weekend in Dallas
August 21, 2023 by Jessica Waffles
Check out the video from the second of three release parties for Nathan Mongol Wells’ debut album, From a Dark Corner.
Dallas alternative R&B singer-songwriter Damoyee brings her eclectic sound to Cafe Momentum
August 17, 2023 by Preston Jones
Damoyee will bring her eclectic, engaging songs to downtown Dallas and Café Momentum’s “Sunday Supper Concert Series” on Aug. 20.
Dallas singer-songwriter Nathan Mongol Wells flips the script on his solo debut, “From a Dark Corner”
August 17, 2023 by Preston Jones
If beloved Dallas band Ottoman Turks is a runaway car, barreling down the road on fire and nearly out of control, Nathan Mongol Wells’ From a Dark Corner is a comparatively more sedate, but no less interesting ride.
Fort Worth’s Amplify817 Showcase shines a light on local music
August 15, 2023 by Preston Jones
Friday’s free showcase features Lou Charle$, Phantomelo and more at Will Rogers Auditorium
Cover it up: The sound of tribute bands in North Texas
August 14, 2023 by Preston Jones
Imitation, it’s often said, is the sincerest form of flattery. If that’s the case, then tribute acts — or cover bands, if you’d rather — must occupy a rarified rung on the ladder of show business.
