Rapper Tye Harris will headline Amplified Minds’ annual Louder Than Stigma benefit concert at The Kessler Theater on September 19 to raise mental health awareness and support resources.
Category: Music
Bran Movay brings live show and marketplace to Exposition Park
This Sunday August 23rd, Exposition Avenue will be abuzz with good vibes coming from the “Are We Locked In?” Sun and Moon Market. The event, which will double as both […]
More Than a Musical: Urban Arts Center’s Matilda Proves Why the Village Still Matters
The Urban Arts Center in Dallas successfully concluded its summer season with a culturally reimagined production of Matilda, emphasizing both artistic excellence and social-emotional learning for performers aged 5 to 16.
DJ Turo Represents Oak Cliff on International FIFA Fan Festival Stage
25 years ago, Arturo Martinez took his first small gig for about $50. Fast forward to 2026, Arturo, now known as DJ Turo, has rocked the main stage at this […]
More Than a Celebration: Live Music Collective Showcases the Future of Black Arts and Culture
The Live Music Collective transformed Deep Ellum into more than a Juneteenth celebration—it became a showcase of Black artistic excellence, community wellness and civic engagement. From live music and movement to the next generation of civil rights advocates through the Lee Merritt Fellowship, the event demonstrated how culture continues to inspire, educate and shape the future.
Educator and Performer JaRich Uses Music and Service to Make an Iconic Difference
For JaRich, community service is not a side project. It is the foundation of everything he does. Whether he is teaching students in the classroom, mentoring young men, performing on […]
“Blues in the Bottom” Festival Celebrates Dallas’ Rich Musical Heritage
“Blues in the Bottom” filled Eloise Lundy Park with music, fellowship and cultural celebration as community members gathered in Oak Cliff to honor the legacy of blues music in Dallas, featuring performances from blues artists and participation from local students.
Texas Gospel Music Show Revitalizes North Texas Tradition
The Texas Gospel Music Show is returning to North Texas, blending history, faith, and community in a weekend designed to uplift and inspire, featuring traditional Southern gospel quartets and emerging regional artists.
Maestro Ikeem Rodgers Rewrites the Score for Black Orchestral Excellence
Orchestra Noir is a genre-defying ensemble founded by Maestro Ikeem Rodgers that blends classical technique with hip-hop, R&B and contemporary Black music, challenging traditional orchestral norms and providing access, visibility and possibility for Black youth.
Trump’s Racist Post Sparks Backlash While Bad Bunny’s Global Platform Shows a Different Cultural Path
Donald Trump’s late-night Truth Social post featuring racist imagery of the Obamas has sparked widespread condemnation, highlighting the need for sustained change and accountability in addressing deeply embedded social conditioning.
