The Drinking Diaries

New documentary about Deep Ellum Brewing Company puts you in the mood for a Dallas Blonde

It’s no secret that we’re fond of local breweries, and with good reason: There are great new brews popping up all over North Texas. But Deep Ellum Brewing Company was the first craft brewer in Dallas and a big player in the beer renaissance of late.

True, Franconia and Rahr have been around for a while, but this latest wave started when Deep Ellum Brewing opened its doors in November 2011. If you’ve ever wondered what goes on down on St. Louis Street, the crew recently released a short documentary that chronicles its growth from an idea in founder John Reardon’s mind to its current success in Dallas and throughout the state.

The video features interviews with employees, including Reardon, Zack Fickey, Tait Lifto and chief brewer Drew Huerter. The guys discuss brewing techniques, growth plans and the community Deep Ellum Brewing helps foster within the neighborhood. There are also interviews with Ernest Belmore of Buzzbrews, John Williams of Oak St. Drafthouse and Wes Waters of Whole Foods Lakewood. Michael Peticolas has a cameo in the credits.

Be sure to stick around until the 10:20 mark, when Reardon sums up the North Texas craft beer scene. There’s still a long way to go, but there’s a lot of hope and room for good beer to thrive.

If nothing else, the video gets you in the mood for a Dallas Blonde or one of the many seasonal and small-batch brews available around town.

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State Fair News

More than 90 live music acts will perform at 2023 State Fair of Texas

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Red Jumpsuit Apparatus is playing the State Fair of Texas on October 21.

The State Fair of Texas will return in fall 2023 with a music lineup that includes more than 90 artists performing live on three stages. Headliners include Lonestar, Ceelo Green, and 38 Special, as well as a tribute to Selena Quintanilla Pérez, Experience Selena.

Other acts kicking off opening weekend September 29 to October 1 include Chrisette Michele, Lil Jon, Hairball, and Bowling for Soup.

For the first time, the State Fair of Texas has partnered with Romeo Entertainment Group, who are producing the entire music lineup for 2023.

Based in Nashville, Romeo boasts 65-plus years of experience and a long list of clients. Romeo president & CEO R.J. Romeo says in a statement that “it's an honor to bring music to the Fair that is as expansive and varied as the great state of Texas itself. I am proud of our team, led by Lacey Hayes, for programming such an outstanding lineup."

According to fair spokesperson Karissa Condoianis, Romeo replaces Glenn Smith Productions, who retired after more than 30 years. In 2018, they also began working with Dallas-based independent record label State Fair Records to book other free live music stages throughout the fairgrounds.

Fairgoers can experience all different kinds of live music – country to R&B, Norteño to electro-pop – across the fairgrounds during all 24 days of the 2023 State Fair of Texas, all included with their admission ticket.

The Chevrolet Main Stage is an outdoor venue with a huge festival-type stage and experience, as well as an ADA-compliant area for guests needing special assistance. Featuring headlining and regional acts, the Chevrolet Main Stage is located next to the Craft Pavilion, near the Hall of State.

Highlights include:

September 29: Lonestar
September 30: Ceelo Green/ Chrisette Michele
October 1: La Zenda Nortena
October 2: UNT Four O'Clock Lab Band
October 3: Bowling For Soup
October 6: Hairball/ Matt Hillyer
October 7: Lil John
October 8: 38 Special
October 9: Little Mermen
October 13: X Ambassadors
October 14: Craig Morgan
October 15: Shane Smith & The Saints
October 20: Forever Motown / The War & Treaty
October 21: Charlotte Sands / Red Jumpsuit Apparatus / We the Kings
October 22: Yahritzia Y Su Esencia

The Bud Light Stage, located in the heart of Cotton Bowl Plaza, showcases local and regional talent all 24 days of the Fair.

Highlights include many of Dallas' and Texas' best and brightest acts such as the State Fair Records All Star Band, John Pedigo's Magic Pilsner, Matt Tedder, Brave Combo, Rosie Flores, Ginny Mac, The O's, Max Stalling, and DJ Mark Ridlen.

The Yuengling Flight Stage, located outside the Go Texan Pavilion, features a Friday night comedy series, titled “Deep Fried Comedy,” along with live music throughout the week.

Highlights include: Shelley Carrol, Charming Gardeners, Katrina Cain, Lorena Leigh, Ceci Ceci, Min, Saborcito Puro, Vanita Leo, Garrett Owen, and a showcase by Spinster Records.

The full schedule of acts with dates and times can be found online.

The 2023 State Fair of Texas will open on September 29 and run through October 22.

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