Alex Gonzalez

Dallas

Art and Culture Journalist at Freelance

News Writer at UPROXX

Music News and Features Writer at Collider

Art and culture journalist. Bylines in, @Variety, @UPROXX, @SInow, @Newsweek, and more. 30. UNT ‘17. RIP Nate and Sara. Spiritual. [email protected]

Articles

All 8 Kendrick Lamar and SZA Collaborations, Ranked

1 week ago | collider.com | Alex Gonzalez

This year is shaping up to be the year of Kendrick Lamar and SZA. The dynamic duo wrapped up 2024 with Lamar’s fourth major label album GNX and SZA’s Lana — a deluxe version of her 2022 album SOS. The two kicked off 2025 with a bang, performing the Apple Music Halftime Show at Super Bowl LIX. Their momentum has continued in the weeks since, as they both earned a Billboard Hot 100 song with “Luther,” and recently dropped a visual for the track.
How Doechii’s ‘Anxiety’ Dance Challenge Is Helping Fans With Mental Health

2 weeks ago | collider.com | Alex Gonzalez

On her latest single, “Anxiety”, rapper Doechii shows off her vocal chops as she croons over paranoia, self-doubt, and of course, “Anxiety.” The original version of the viral hit was recorded over five years ago in a video shared to her YouTube channel. But since its resurgence on TikTok, paired with a viral dance, the Grammy winner has re-recorded her vocals on the song as a gift to the fans.
‘Cowboy Carter’ Is the Album Beyoncé Was Always Destined To Make

2 weeks ago | collider.com | Alex Gonzalez

Over the course of her nearly three-decade career, Beyoncé has transcended the concept of genre. Her years as a founding member of Destiny’s Child saw her dominate the charts as the group fused the sounds of pop and R&B. When she went solo, the Houston native remained a strong force on top 40 and rhythmic radio — her southern soul and top-notch vocals setting her apart from her peers at the time.
Stranger Things’ Djo Shares ‘Potion’ Ahead of Upcoming Sophomore Album

3 weeks ago | collider.com | Alex Gonzalez

Multihyphenate Joe Keery has another hit on his hands. On Wednesday, April 2, the actor and singer — who performs under the moniker Djo — released a new single, “Potion,” from his upcoming album The Crux. On “Potion,” Djo croons over a simple guitar and percussive track. Between music, film, and television, Djo leads a busy life. But at the end of the day, he craves a simple kind of love — something to look forward to when he comes home.
Here's What Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell Ate While They Were in Dallas

3 weeks ago | dallasobserver.com | Alex Gonzalez

It was a star-studded weekend in Dallas, as actors Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney were spotted in town. According to a submission to celebrity gossip site DeuxMoi , Powell and Sweeney, who starred together in the 2023 romantic comedydined at Tex-Mex restaurant Joe Leo Fine Tex-Mex , popular oyster destination Hudson House and the esteemed social club, Park House. These places are some of Dallas’ favorite spots, so these two A-listers didn’t fall into any tourist traps.
The 10 Best Miley Cyrus Music Videos, Ranked

3 weeks ago | collider.com | Alex Gonzalez

A new Miley Cyrus visual experience will soon be upon us. On Monday, March 24, the Grammy-winning hitmaker announced her ninth studio album Something Beautiful. Cyrus revealed the news via her Instagram page, sharing the album’s cover and teasing the album as having a “bold aesthetic and visual storytelling.” In a November 2024 interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Cyrus teased that the album would be inspired by Pink Floyd’s The Wall and that it would center around music videos.
Dua Lipa & Troye Sivan Reunite for ‘Physical’ Remix Five Years Later

3 weeks ago | collider.com | Alex Gonzalez

Dua Lipa was onto something when she named her sophomore album Future Nostalgia. Released at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the album provided salvation to those feeling cooped up in their homes during quarantine. Five years later, the hits stand the test of time. On Friday, March 28, Lipa released a remix of the fan-favorite Future Nostalgia track, “Physical,” with Troye Sivan.
Kesha Announces New Album ‘Period’ & Drops T-Pain Collab

4 weeks ago | collider.com | Alex Gonzalez

Kesha is back, and ready to party. On Thursday, March 27, the pop hitmaker announced her new album Period. In tandem with the announcement, she shared a new collaboration with fellow party-starter T-Pain called “Yippee-Ki-Yay.” The festive new single features Kesha tapping into her Nashville roots, with little touches of the Auto-Tuned flair she first stepped into the game with.
The Dallas Hip-Hop Scene Says Goodbye to T-Town Music After 31 Years

4 weeks ago | dallasobserver.com | Alex Gonzalez

A beloved Dallas music store is saying goodbye. T-Town Music , which offered a vast collection of hip-hop records by independent artists, will close its doors on Sunday, March 30, after 31 years in business.A staple of Pleasant Grove’s Bruton Bazaar , T-Town Music was a haven for Dallas rap fans, who came to the store to purchase the albums, EPs and mixtapes they couldn’t find at the big music retailers.
Dallas Play For Colored Brothers Sparks Mental Health Conversations Among Men

4 weeks ago | dallasobserver.com | Alex Gonzalez

In The Black Academy of Arts and Letters’ upcoming stage production For Colored Brothers , four men share anecdotes about mental health. The show—starring Jaleel “JaRich” Ritchwood-Jordan, Kahri Bolden, Nate Louis Davis, and Joshua D.