The Bomb Factory is one of the most storied live music venues in Dallas. Originating as a Ford plant in the early 20th century, the factory was converted to a munitions plant during World War II, hence the name. By the ’90s, the Bomb Factory reimagined itself again, becoming the host for some of the biggest rock bands in the country, like Black Sabbath, the Ramones and Radiohead. Since then, the Bomb Factory has been renovated, renamed, renamed again and rocked.
The Bomb Factory remains an irreplaceable piece of Dallas culture, and the birthplace of countless memorable nights. Seriously, every inch of the walls backstage is plastered with the posters of visiting artists, from A$AP Rocky to Fontaines DC to LCD Soundsystem. Plus, it stands as one of Erykah Badu’s favorite venues, and the site of her annual birthday bash.
It isn’t rare to find a line stretched around a few blocks waiting for the doors to open for one of the unbelievable acts the Bomb Factory has booked. In fact, last week, BigXThaPlug had North Texans lining up 12 hours before his set on the historic stage. The good spirit continues this fall as music brings together fans of many genres. Jay Park will hold it down for the K-Pop fans this coming September, and MUNA will offer a collective therapy session as they deliver queer bops. Female rockers Mannequin Pussy and Wednesday will close out November with their big “Bitch Cabal.” And that’s just the beginning…