The Prospector

Local band, Dead Head Possum, makes waves throughout the city through cool music and community service

Leah Austin, Staff Reporter • April 23, 2025

El Paso’s local band scene may be small, but the talent in the city is mighty. Dead Head Possum aims to serve its listeners with meaningful music while also serving the community with meaningful service.

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‘Swingin’ through the city: Building community through jazz

Jesie Garcia, Staff Reporter • February 19, 2025

The Jazz Exchange’s 2025 music series, “Jazz Around Town” is a way of bringing community together while reconnecting to El Paso’s jazzy roots. The weekly jazz shows allow people to have a drink, a laugh and bask in the sound of smooth jazz.

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Wizard Rodeo and the Magic of Sustainability

H. Catching Marginot, Contributor/Writer • January 4, 2025

Texas is a vast state filled with almost anything you could think of. It has a lower cost of living than most states, breathtaking views of its natural beauty and a beaming culture. At the forefront of these is Austin, Texas. This city is known for...

El Paso Museum of History celebrates the rich history of Borderland music with “Musica Sin Fronteras” exhibit

Ximena Cordero, Staff Reporter • November 13, 2024

The "Musica Sin Fronteras: Twentieth Century to Now" exhibit at the El Paso Museum of History features items from musicians including Juan Gabriel, Khalid and Abraham Chavez, showcasing the Borderland’s rich history and impact on the music industry.

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Two Door Cinema Club makes way to El Paso in sold-out show

Iziah Moreno, Staff Photographer • October 11, 2024

Two Door Cinema Club returned to El Paso on Sept. 25 at the Plaza Theater along with their opener Petey for a sold-out show. The show is a part of their US and Canada tour, the biggest in their career.

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Sun Bowl to see a ‘Sky Full of Stars:’ Coldplay will perform in El Paso June 2025

Marco Hinojosa, Audience and Engagement Editor • October 8, 2024

Coldplay announced the El Paso tour date for their newest album titled 'Moon Music.' The concert date set for June 13, 2025 marks the band's only stop in Texas.

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‘C U L8R Alligator,’ Lanita ‘Lana Del Rey’ ties the knot with Jeremy Dufrene

Frida Acuna and Marco Hinojosa • October 7, 2024

Living legend, 39-year-old Lana Del Rey recently became one with 49-year-old swamp tour guide, Jeremy Dufrene. The private wedding took place in Des Allemandes, Louisiana Sept. 26.

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The New Synth Wave in El Paso

Frida Acuna, Arts & Culture Editor • July 23, 2024

What started as a passion and love for collecting music equipment and gear, evolved into a collective of music lovers exploring different ways to create sounds. Rogelio Rosiles, David Delgado, and brothers Jose and Santiago Castro co-founded El Paso’s...

Cool Canyon Nights bringing in attraction for its 14th season

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • July 10, 2024

Smack dab in the heart of the Franklin Mountains is El Paso’s annual treasure, Cool Canyon Nights. Making its return for the 14th season, the iconic event takes place at McKelligon Canyon Ampitheater. With the season kicking off in May, locals can...

How this upcoming graduate ‘scaled’ into her future in piano

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • April 30, 2024

Any artist or individual with a creative outlook knows that being recognized for their craft is the ultimate goal. To be seen for all their hard work and extensive amounts of trial and error is what most dreamers and achievers desire. Upcoming graduate...

Diving into Beyoncé’s new hit record ‘COWBOY CARTER’

Marco Hinojosa, Audience & Engagement Editor • April 5, 2024

Time to put on cowboy boots and do the Dosey-doe, Beyoncé released her highly anticipated album ‘act ii: COWBOY CARTER.’ The new era began after the album was announced during the Super Bowl LVIII, alongside two singles from the record, ‘16 CARRIAGES’...

El Paso wears Denim and Rhinestones

Adam Regalado, Multimedia Editor • April 5, 2024

After 16 years, Carrie Underwood has returned to El Paso. Fans dressed in their boots and denim jackets as the Don Haskins Center vibrated with energy of excitement and anticipation. Fans of all generations came to celebrate Underwood's return in hopes...