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Samantha Alexander |
April 12th, 2013 at 1:24 pm
Dallas, are you ready for one of the greatest brunch experiences in the country? For 20 years House of Blues has been providing spiritual and bodily nourishment with their world famous Gospel Brunch and this year they’re making it bigger and better with Grammy-winning gospel legend Kirk Franklin. On May 12th (Mother’s Day) Dallas will get a chance experience all the greatness the Gospel Brunch has to offer, from live performances of some the best and most joyous gospel music to the delicious Southern inspired food.
This past Sunday, YouPlusDallas had the honor of filming the promotional video for the upcoming event and we thought you’d enjoy a behind the scenes shot to get you ready for one of the best Mother’s Days you’ll ever have.
“House of Blues Gospel Brunch is an American institution, so I am honored to be working hand-in-hand with them to revitalize the experience for music fans of all ages. This has really been a labor of love for me and I’m excited for everyone to see what we’ve created when we kick things off on Mother’s Day.”-Kirk Franklin
Tags: brunch, gospel brunch, gospel music, House of Blues, kirk franklin, sunday funday, youplusdallas
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Caitlin Clark |
March 21st, 2013 at 1:46 pm
You know what the worst feeling is? Finding out your favorite band is in town, like tomorrow, and it’s too late to buy tickets. It’s right up there with dropping your milkshake.
So I’ve done a little scouting for you, and mind you it’s a little bias (ex. I opted not to put Umphreys’ McGee on here, but who knows that might be your dream concert) but I would line up early to see all of these shows, and my taste is impeccable.
Hoodie Allen and AER – March 30
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Tags: alder dallas, alt-j tour, crystal castles dallas, hoodie allen dallas, House of Blues, tracy morgan dallas, upcoming concerts, upcoming shows
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Caitlin Clark |
February 22nd, 2013 at 4:45 pm
Since the first House of Blues location opened its doors in Cambridge Massachusetts in 1992, the popular music venue has been a hub of truly exceptional blues, jazz, gospel, and roots-based rock and roll. It was founded by Dan Aykroyd, Judy Belushi (wife of the late John), and Hard Rock Café co-founder Isaac Tigrett to be just that, as well as a home for original folk art and a source for quality, southern-inspired cuisine.
Since Live Nation acquired HOB in 2006, the two companies have been dedicated to giving back. In honor of the venue’s 20th anniversary, $1 from every concert ticket sold during the 20 month celebration will go towards “Action for the Arts,” a program that promotes cultural understanding and encourages creative expression. Additionally, in the spirit of the founding values of House of Blues, venues across the nation provided 20,000 Thanksgiving meals to the needy in 2012.
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Tags: 20th anniversary, 20th anniversary of House of Blues, blues brothers, Dan Aykroyd, hob, House of Blues, House of Blues Dallas
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Caitlin Clark |
February 13th, 2013 at 5:29 pm
Who: Flogging Molly 
When: Saturday, Februay 16 @ 8 p.m.
Where: House of Blues, 2200 N Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202
Tickets: $33-$40.50
Flogging Molly is Irish. Like really, really Irish. They’re so Irish in fact, that they’re 9th annual Green 17 tour is basically just a month-long Saint Patrick’s Day celebration. But for the fans who have followed this eclectic mix of punk rock and traditional Celtic music, they don’t just want Flogging Molly to come for Saint Patrick’s Day; they need them to come.
An opportunity to see Flogging Molly live is an experience. Their look and sound may be perfect for someone looking to have fun and drink heavily on Saint Patty’s big day, but what has kept the Green 17 tour a staple for nine years is Flogging Molly’s explosive and passionate live shows.
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Tags: 20th anniversary of House of Blues, Celtic Punk, dallas concerts, dallas saint patrick's day, flogging molly, green 17 tour, House of Blues, House of Blues Dallas, house of blues foundation, saint patrick's dayd
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Caitlin Clark |
January 21st, 2013 at 6:18 pm
The Internation House of Blues Foundation’s Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration was full of life, incredible talent, and inspiring thoughts. Four-time Grammy award winning singer/songwriter and Dallas’ own Erykah Badu kicked off the event by addressing the packed main theater.
Erykah Badu
“Fear can no longer be a part of the way we operate,” said Badu.
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Tags: Bandan Koro African Drum and Dance Ensemble, dallas black dance academy, edward h. carry middle school, erykah badu, House of Blues, inspired by his words, international house of blues foundation, thriving minds after-school program, triple a academy
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Caitlin Clark |
December 7th, 2012 at 2:52 pm
After watching Bean’s first live show at House of Blues earlier this summer and literally shedding tears over how amazing she was, I knew this angelic little singer was destined for great things. So I couldn’t have been more thrilled to find out that Bean would be a musical guest on the Teen Choice Live! The Tour along with Megan & Liz (I hated Maroon 5’s “Payphone” until I heard them sing it) and Gabrielle Douglas, Aly Raisman, and Jordyn Wieber of the “Fierce Five” U.S. women’s gymnastic team. Seeing Bean’s picture aside such inspirational young women seemed so perfectly fitting. We are so proud of this Dallas native and can’t wait to see what comes next! Beanies for life! Keep up with Bean and the other stars of the Teen Choice Live! The Tour at www.teenchoicelive.com. http://vimeo.com/41062021
Tags: aly raisman, Bean, bean at house of blues, beanies, fierce five, gabrielle douglas, jordyn wieber, megan & Liz, Noelle Bean, payphone megan & liz, sunshine bean, Teen Choice Live! The Tour, teen choice live! tour, teen choice tour
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Caitlin Clark |
November 14th, 2012 at 12:17 pm
Paul Varghese might be one of the funniest people I’ve ever seen. The Last Comic Standing alum hosted the Dallas Observer Music Awards Ceremony last night at House of Blues and it was not an easy job. It seems that if you get nominated for a DOMA, the thrill is so intense that you end up spending most of the evening glued to the bar. If by chance you actually do win, the thrill intensifies to such a level that you are rendered speechless and can do nothing more than grab your award, mutter a “thank you” and walk away. Varghese’s effortless humor helped move this awkwardness along tremendously.
The night intermixed Varghese’s stand up, performances by The O’s and Luna 
Matte (both backed by The Cannabinoids who took the award for Best R&B act) and Lucero, and of course, the presentation of awards. The actual trophy is unique each year. This year’s was essentially a clear box filled with confetti and a Red Bull (pretty tame from last year’s bottle of whiskey). The many, many awards given last night are a perfect representation of Dallas’ diverse and talented music scene.
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Tags: awards ceremony, Dallas Observer, Dallas Observer Music Awards, DOMA, list of winners, lucero, luna matte, paul varghese, Sarah Jaffe, the cannabinoids, The O's, unicorn
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Caitlin Clark |
November 13th, 2012 at 12:05 pm
The International House of Blues Foundation hosted their annual Action for the Arts Bringin’ Down the House competition last night. Eleven promising high school bands took over House of Blues’ largest stage to compete for a $500 Guitar Center gift card, 10 hours of studio time at Crystal Clear Studios, and some serious street cred. Dallas producer Picnictyme played MC for the evening, introducing the acts and judges like Marjorie Owens of Pours le Corps Records and 35 Denton booking agent Matt Goodman.
Molina Garage Band
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Tags: action for the arts, bringin' down the house, crystal clear studios, d front frow, dallas music, Dallas Observer, guitar center, ihobf, international house of blues foundation, local bands, marjorie owens, matt goodman, molina garage band, phoenix, picnictyme, stowaway, the oscillators, young artist
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Samantha Alexander |
October 29th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
Thursday November 1st, Taking Back Sunday will be stopping in Dallas to play at The House Blues as part of their Tell All Your Friends Tour featuring special guests Bayside. Since their formation and their turbulent band history they have been able to maintain a sound that combines both passionate lyrics that could help you heal from any break up or other life crisis with hard guitars that make you want to get up and go. Their mix of poetic lyrics and hard rock guitars has gained them a large and loyal following that I’ve been told will be singing along with every word to every song they play. Check out their interview with YouPlusDallas and get and idea what you’ll be in for during this upcoming show.
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Tags: Bayside, Taking Back Sunday, tell all your friends
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