This week in Dallas, you can bow to the queen of our city, see a giant dog in the flesh, enjoy a Japanese breakfast, or hear nothing. And much more!
Has Russian President Vladimir Putin spoken out against the “demolition culture” on your 2021 bingo card?
No? We neither.
Putin likened the concept to “reverse racism,” which, in the context of his recent speech at the Valdai Discussion Club, meant that the abandonment culture makes people hyperfixed on race, leading to a wider gap rather than the intended outcomes of justice for marginalized groups. not your typical definition of reverse racism which is racism against white people.
He was only referring to the issue of race in relation to the idea of abandonment culture, although we see people online rejecting others for several other reasons, such as homophobia, transphobia, violation of human rights and so on.
Plus, it’s absolutely crazy that Vlad is talking about demolition culture here, even though he’s literally a whisper away from being a dictator. Under Putin, journalist and anti-corruption advocate Alexei Navalny was imprisoned, tortured and poisoned for speaking out against the government and he is still fighting for his life. Every facet of the media in Russia is under the control of the government. Then there is the anti-gay propaganda law that he passed in 2013 – and by “propaganda” Putin literally means every appearance / mention / idea of the existence of a gay person. In Russia, if an LGBT person does not hide their identity, they can be punished by law, beaten or killed on the street.
It is therefore no surprise that in the same speech in which he mentioned breaking off culture, Putin criticized the rights of transgender people and called the transition a “crime against humanity”.
So, Putin, the West is backward for yelling at heated teenagers on Twitter for saying something racist – but silencing, imprisoning and killing people who don’t follow your “spiritual values” is noble?
Makes total sense!
Anyway, thank you very much for spoiling us with a little chat about Russian politics. It’s just so surreal to hear “break culture” come out of this man’s mouth. It would be fun if it wasn’t so sad.
Let’s bring it back to Dallas with our top 20 things to do this week. Drink, dance and be happy that we still have a free press here – at least for now.
Monday (October 25th)
Starcrawler at sunset in Granada
This rock band from LA has an energetic, dark sound that mixes in the vibes of punk and the Gothic feel of the 80s. In honor of the spooky season, check out her cover of Ramones’ “Pet Sematary,” which starred in the soundtrack for the 2019 reboot of the film of the same name.
Nothing at Deep Ellum Art Company
Nothin bridges the gap between Metal and Shoegaze and offers you something that is super cerebral, moody and unique. That year, the Philadelphia band released the B-sides of their 2020 album The Great Dismal. The Deep Ellum show also stars Frankie Rose and Enumclaw.
Tuesday (October 26th)
An unforgettable day at the South Side Ballroom
Lately there has been a whirlwind of controversy surrounding the band’s recently deceased bassist Joshua Woodward. He announced his departure two weeks ago, citing pressure from sexual assault allegations, which he believes are false. It was also recently revealed that Woodward was involved in a 2017 crash that killed a man. Do what you want with this absolutely insane information.
Ollie at Club Dada
Do you mourn the end of a relationship? Let some tears flow? Get into your feelings on a midnight trip? Ollie is your type. His most recent EP, Now & Forever, has a more hopeful atmosphere than his previous work, which is the product of a summer of self-reflection and discovery.
Wednesday (October 27th)
Erykah Badu at the Deep Ellum factory
You must already know about the unofficial Queen of Dallas. If not, we’ve more than got you covered. She has to listen to every Dallas fan – an achievement that was soon made easier with the launch of her upcoming Sonos radio station, BADUBOTRON.
$ uicideboy $, Turnstile and more at The Pavilion in the Toyota Music Factory (Irving)
This hip-hop duo has been taking the world by storm lately and is very popular online. The punk band Turnstile, the British rapper Slowthai and the Canadian rapper Night Lovell are also on their current “Greyday Tour”. It’s a big night for the eboys!
Lawrence by trees
The brother-sister duo Clyde and Gracie Lawrence are heavily influenced by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Randy Newman and Aretha Franklin and have created an eight-member soul pop group that fits these acts exactly. Think of Lawrence as funk with a modern twist, perfect for adding an energy boost to your day.
Darkness at Addison Improv (Addison)
Two Dallas comedians and girlfriends host this fun True Crime podcast that focuses on a different creepy or iconic topic each week while the hosts improvise jokes that add a touch of lightness to the spooky. Now Sinisterhood is bringing their hugely popular podcast to the stage to tell a creepy story about Dallas in front of Dallas fans. The offer is so popular that it is sold out – sorry for that! Will we catch them when they come back in November, we guess?
Thursday (October 28th)
Julien Baker at the Granada Theater
Baker’s 2021 album Little Oblivions is the perfect listen for the fall season. The gentle and soulful voice of this indie singer warms you like a knitted sweater or a pumpkin-spice latte. In 2018 she worked with fellow indie queens Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus on an EP called Boygenius. So, yes, she keeps good company too.
Ducky at Stereo Live Dallas
This music producer and DJ from San Fran has been playing EDM in clubs since he was 13, they say. In the online bubble, the performer also aroused a song with Adult Swim Singles in 2017, which soon led to sold-out raves.
Friday (October 29th)
KXT Local Music Showcase at Four Corners Brewing Co.
This free showcase features local music acts and local beers alike. Dallas’ Kyoto Lo-Fi and Reveler’s Hall Band will be in attendance, as will Fort Worth’s Summer Dean, Coppell’s La Bell and Denton’s Ten Hands.
Jackie Venson at Windmills (The Colony)
You can meet Venson at The Colony on Fridays and Saturdays for back-to-back deals. She is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter from Austin with a flair for R&B pop. She also released two albums this year, Love Transcends and Joy Alive, the latter being a live album.
A huge dog with three limbs
We like the idea that there is literally a giant pet dog at Three Links, but the energetic indie band is just as exciting. Her latest is a hard and fast cover of “Suddenly Seymour” from the musical Little Shop of Horrors, which was commissioned by Amy Poehler to play Moxie in her latest film. Front woman Sabrina Ellis always delivers powerful vocals, but this particular track shows that she could be a perfect fit for Broadway.
Japanese breakfast at the Factory at Deep Ellum
Spotify lists this indie outfit in playlists like “Ultimate Indie”, “Badass” and “Sad Girl Starter Pack” – yes, the choice is yours. They released their third album, Jubilee, this year to acclaim, as well as a soundtrack for the indie exploration video game Sable, which serves as great background music for the work, if we may add.
Saturday (October 30th)
Nishi Fest at Esports Stadium (Arlington)
This one is for fans of anime, gaming and / or other facets of Asian pop culture. The festival welcomes distinguished voice actors and cosplayers as special guests and also features various attractions such as a car show, gaming tournaments and a Halloween after party.
Slipknot, Killswitch Engage, Code Orange and more in the Dos Equis Pavilion
The Knotfest Roadshow 2021 is hip! Headlining the masked heavy metalers, the rest of the line-up includes Killswitch Engage, Code Orange and Fever 333. Slipknot frontman Corey Taylor is one of the many touring artists who are particularly careful with the pandemic right now. So be sure to wear your masks. including the spiky, scary, rubbery.
Reunion Island Festival at the Dallas Heritage Village
From Saturday, this new Dallas Festival will last through Sunday, with more tunes, more food trucks, and a Halloween costume contest. It’s also a kid-friendly event if you’re looking for something for the family. There is also a petting zoo and the sellers are local. Check out the festival’s website for the full, formidable cast of artists – including Austin’s Bob Schneider, Houston’s The Suffers, and local favorites Ottoman Turks and FIT.
The Deathray Davies and Pleasant Grove at the Kessler Theater
The Deathray Davies have been on stage for 20 years, their latest release being 2021’s Time Well Wasted album. Your time in this city is certainly not wasted. Another Dallas outfit plays as support, Pleasant Grove, which offers a dramatic, almost Gothic country spin.
Sunday (October 31st)
Diamond Platnumz at the House of Blues
This recording artist makes bongo flava music, a genre that originated in his native Tanzania. He had his breakthrough with his 2010 single “Kamwambie” and has since received international recognition, including a 2014 BET Awards nomination for Best International Act: Africa.
Kikagaku Moyo and The Paranoyds at Deep Ellum Art Company
This groovy night is led by a Japanese psychedelic rock band. Founded in Tokyo, Kikagaku Moyo mixes Indian music, folk and acid psych to straighten your chakras. The band from LA, The Paranoyds, is supported with their surf-rock-pop brand of indie rock.
Cover photo by Kathy Tran.
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