Central Track Staff
Rise Up With Rise Against, Have A Good Time With Lizzo, Get High On All Time Low And Do So Much More Than Just That This Week In And Around Dallas.
All of your RoboCop fantasies are starting to come true on the other side of the planet as police in Dubai recently introduced robotic police officers to their force.
Instead of cleaning up the mean streets of New Detroit, the humanoid machines are mostly being deployed at shopping centers across Dubai at this point, where citizens can approach them and use their touchscreen chests to register complaints about small crimes.
So, no, it’s not exactly a half-human Peter Weller yelling “Dead or alive, you’re coming with me!” at hoodlums. But, hey, it’s a start down the line to our dystopian future!
Better enjoy the present while we still can, huh? The below rundown of some of what’s going on in and around Dallas this week should help you get the jump on that. Find more options in our recently upgraded event directory right here. — Pete Freedman
Monday (6.26)
Full Metal Jacket at Alamo Drafthouse Richardson
What is your major malfunction? — Alex Copeland
Fiera Smith Poetry Reading at The Wild Detectives
Smith reads from her debut poetry and prose book, Whenever It Smells Like Rain. — AC
Half-Price Food and Trivia at The Nines
Cheap food, drink specials and, best of all, an opportunity to show off all the useless things you know. — AC
Three Amigos Monday at House of Blues
Burn all of your cash last weekend? House of Blues has you covered with $3 specials on tacos, beer and margaritas. — AC
Acid Tongue, WAR PARTY, Joe Gorgeous at Armoury D.E.
Rock ‘n’ roll, rock ‘n’ roll, rock ‘n’ roll. Back to back. — AC
Funky Knuckles at Sundown at Granada
A funky soul jazz fusion. — AC
Hip Hop Book Club 4 at Josey Records
A hip-hop discussion on Kanye West’s The College Dropout that aims to educate and entertain. — AC
Uncommon Ramen feat. Chef Stephan Pyles at Top Knot
Pyles puts a southwestern twist on ramen at this summer session of the ongoing Uncommon Ramen food series. — AC
Tuesday (6.27)
KXT Sun Sets: Nikki Lane, Jason Elmore at Dallas Arboretum and Garden
Weather looks good for this one. Warm for sure, but still good. — AC
Richie Ramone at Trees
Hey, ho, let’s go. — Obed Manuel
Chon, Tera Melos, LIttle Tybee at Gas Monkey Live
Rock for all tastes. — AC
Taylor Dayne at Fair Park
Pop straight from the ‘90s. — AC
Rise Against, Thrice at Starplex Pavilion
Hardcore? — AC
V For Vendetta at Alamo Drafthouse Richardson
Remember, remember, the fifth of November. — OM
Wednesday (6.28)
Jay Wilkinson “Everyone Poops” Art Show at Fort Works Art
He’s got a point. — AC
Writer’s Bloc Writing Workshop at Deep Vellum Books
For writers in need of some silence and critique. — OM
Miss Twin Peaks 2017 National Contest at The Bomb Factory
Avert your gaze… or not. — OM
Folk Family Revival at Sundown at Granada
A Magnolia-based foursome with an eclectic sound. — AC
Technophobia, Rat Rios, Aztec Death, Rei Clone at Armour, D.E.
A blend of post-punk, new wave and electronic music. — AC
Open Mic Night at House of Blues
Test your might. But sign up first. — OM
Thursday (6.29)
Rammstein at Starplex Pavilion
Du hast. — AC
Melissa Etheridge at Majestic Theatre
She’s the only one. — AC
Gloria Trevi, Alejandra Guzman at Verizon Theatre
Mexican star power from the early ‘90s in the house. — OM
Buffalo Black, Lord Byron at Trees
One hip-hop show. Two artists. All Dallas. — AC
A Giant Dog, Party Static, Dead Mockingbirds at Armoury, D.E.
Garage rockers A Giant Dog rock through on tour. — AC
Lizzo at Club Dada
Energetic pop and R&B tunes. — AC
Cider & Chocolate Pairing at Outlaw Cider Company
Wine and cheese not sweet enough for you? — AC
Friday (6.30)
Boston at Starplex
They’re a rock ‘n’ roll band. — AC
EvaRland 2017 at Bar H
A weekend EDM getaway that promises 38 hours of music. — AC
Jack Ingram at Billy Bob’s Texas
Barefoot and crazy. — AC
Shane Smith & the Saints at Gas Monkey Bar N’ Grill
Folksy country ballads with vibrant fiddle accompaniment. — AC
Saigon Kick Live at Trees
Love is on the way. — AC
A.B. Quintanilla III and Elektro Kubia at House of Blues
Celebrating the release of their new album. — AC
Two-Step Park Social Dancing at Klyde Warren Park
This ongoing Dancing in the Park series let’s you learn from the pros. — AC
Tiesto at Stereo Live
Oh, those summer nights. — AC
Ladies’ Night at Titan Comics
Titan Comics kicks off this new women-centric comic club. — AC
The Bomb Factory Fight Club
Josh Torres and Mike Alvarado headline this series of boxing bouts. — AC
Saturday (7.1)
Blackfoot Gypsies at Lee Harvey’s
New rock with old-school roots. — AC
Dallas Brew Bus Tour at Noble Rey Brewing
Learn local beer knowledge while knocking back complimentary cold ones. — AC
Sam Riggs at Granada Theater
Austin-based country rocker with sweeping ballads and tunes about letting go. — AC
All Time Low at House of Blues
Pop-punkers promote their latest album, Last Young Renegade. — AC
Eli Young Band at Billy Bob’s Texas
Denton’s own hit country rock band. — AC
The Vandoliers at Sundown at Granada
Country rock with a hillbilly punk vibe. — AC
Duke Dumont at Lizard Lounge
I Got U. — AC
Rodney Crowell at Kessler Theater
Americana and country veteran who never lost his classic country sensibilities. — AC
Ray Wylie Hubbard at Levitt Pavilion
A definitive Texas country original. — AC
2nd Annual ‘Merica the Beer-tiful Party at Texas Ale Project
Beer and BBQ ahead of the 4th. How else do you celebrate? — AC
Locked & Loaded: Hypoluxo, sub-Sahara, Dead Sullivan, Us Presidents at Armoury D.E.
Armoury, D.E. and King Camel aim to introduce you to new, interesting local music starting with this gaggle of indie rockers. — AC
Chron Gen at Three Links
These British punk veterans are a must-listen. — AC
3rd Annual Red, White and Brew at Noble Rey Brewing
Live music. Hot dog eating contest. Beer. America. — AC
Sunday (7.2)
Chris Janson at Billy Bob’s Texas
Chris Janson promotes his new Fix A Drink EP the legendary Billy Bob’s. — AC
Prince Royce at Music Hall at Fair Park
This bachata and Latin-pop crooner hits up the historic concert hall on his summer U.S. tour. — AC
Dallas’ Monthly Psychic Fair
Palm readers, tarot card diviners, numerologists, alternative medicine advocates, crystal vendors and more. — AC
Outlaw Music Festival at Starplex Pavilion
Willie Nelson, The Avett Brothers, Sheryl Crow and more. — AC
Chivas vs. Santos at Cotton Bowl
The Goats and the Warriors face off. — AC
Jaws Movie Party at Alamo Drafthouse Cedars and Richardson
We might be landlocked here in North Texas, but Alamo Drafthouse is bringing the beach to you. The sand, the sun, the waves — right down to the colossal bloodthirsty shark! — AC
Skinny Cooks at Sundown at Granada
This duo pumps out chill R&B- and funk-influenced grooves. — AC
To find out what else is going on today, this week and beyond, check out our event directory.