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Is there a vibier band than this? Khruangbin brought the crowd to a trance on Wednesday night in Grand Prairie.

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On Wednesday night at Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie, an ecstatic full house of fans became entranced by world-music-via Houston band Khruangbin.

"Khruangbin" is Thai for airplane, and kicking off the first night of their U.S. tour, the band took the crowd on a blissful journey. The power trio comprises Laura Lee Ochoa on bass/vocals, Mark Speer on guitar and vocals and Donald "DJ" Johnson on drums, backing vocals and keyboard. The vocals are spare; the band is largely instrumental, entirely a vibe.

Although they formed in 2010, the group is starting to permeate the mainstream. Last year, they were nominated for a Best New Artist Grammy. It's no surprise it would happen eventually: The band, known for its unparalleled style, builds momentum with every new release and every performance.

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Their sound is enigmatic, ranging from an ethereal daydream to downright groovy, taking influences from Thai pop and funk morphed with dub, soul, surf rock, R&B, rock and psych. Guitarist Speer has been referred to as a "music encyclopedia," and he's spoken about first becoming obsessed with a CD-ROM with music samples of the world. Ochoa was a guitarist and piano player, and Speer helped her transition to bass before they both toured with Yppah. This was the inspiration for the two to form their own band.

The band members' legend is that they came together in a barn to create the sound that is now Khruangbin. Speer and Johnson had played in a church band together and he was added to the final lineup in the past few years.

Andrew Sherman

Theirs is a band that seems to pop up everywhere once you become aware of them. Some fans discovered them while tuning into their favorite TV show — including this past season of White Lotus, which featured their music heavily this season. They've also had songs appear on Outer Banks, The Black List and Barry, to name a few. Their sound is a natural fit for creative visual mediums such as Mike White's exotic White Lotus universe, as the music presents a creative bed to enhance many scenes and moments. But, mostly, fans have discovered them by word of mouth, and they've become a fan favorite at festivals who play that circuit regularly.

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Helado Negro opened on Wednesday, and it was an absolute delight. His charm permeated the room as he sang and danced. It was a beautifully expressed set of joy.

The main attraction, Khruangbin, played the show in two sets; the first was the 2024 release A La Sala in its entirety. After a short reset, the band came back and played the crowd favorites. This is not a jam band, but make no mistake, they fucking jam. The songs had extended solo sections and felt much more stretched out live. The track "HOLD ME UP (THANK YOU)" was extended by solos traded back and forth. Ochoa really shined on this one.

Andrew Sherman

The last song of the first set (and also of A La Sala) was "Les Petits Gris." The stage was black but backlit. Speer and Ochoa sat peacefully in the front center of the stage with Johnson gently tickling the piano. The sound, feel and look of a thunderstorm slowly built in the background and grew into a full-blown storm that resonated onstage, ending the set. After that and a very quick stage re-set, it was onto the better-known servings from their catalog.

One might expect that seeing a mostly instrumental band live might be less visually stimulating, but nothing could be further from the truth. There was something both methodical and random about the way the band moved around the stage and interacted with each other. Some songs did feature vocals, and for those songs, the band seemed to have lightly choreographed the movements and placements of the mic stands.

At other moments, Speer and Ochoa spun around in place or strolled past each other, sharing a knowing and loving look. There was a lot of open space on stage, and they used it all, wandering back and forth but with purpose. They maintained a good stage balance throughout, stopping intermittently to pose stoically, always looking weird and super cool. It all fit perfectly.

Andrew Sherman

Drummer Johnson wears sunglasses and mostly just looks like a badass. Ochoa was smiling for much of the show and seemed visibly charged from interacting with people in the crowd. She also had a cute dip move she mixed in with the flow of the song. Speer had slightly less bop in his step, but he covered a lot of ground. They crisscrossed so much that it might be a cool art project to 3D-map their movements on the stage.

The big takeaway from Wednesday night was that Khruangbin is a total vibe, and that vibe is gaining traction. Jump on the plane now while you still can.

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Andrew Sherman

Andrew Sherman

Andrew Sherman

Andrew Sherman

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What is the best internet provider in Grand Prairie?

Spectrum is CNET’s top pick for most Grand Prairie households, thanks to its wide coverage, competitive pricing and straightforward plans that include unlimited data and a free modem. AT&T Fiber and T-Mobile Home Internet are also reliable options, but availability will depend on where you live.

The average monthly cost for home internet in Grand Prairie is around $52, though some providers offer lower rates. Spectrum, for example, starts at $30 per month for 100Mbps speeds. For the fastest speeds, AT&T Fiber delivers up to 5,000Mbps in Grand Prairie, though it comes at a high price of $245 a month.

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Cheap internet options in Grand Prairie

The average starting price for internet service in Grand Prairie is approximately $50 per month. The lowest internet offering in Grand Prairie is Spectrum's Internet Advantage plan, offering a $30-per-month plan for 100Mbps. For eligible mobile customers, you may find lower rates with fixed wireless providers Verizon and T-Mobile.

Source: CNET analysis of provider data.

How to find internet deals and promotions in Grand Prairie

The best internet deals and top promotions in Grand Prairie depend on what discounts are available during that period. Most deals are short-lived, but we look frequently for the latest offers.

Grand Prairie internet providers, like Spectrum, may offer lower introductory pricing or streaming add-ons for a limited time. Others, such as AT&T and Verizon, run the same standard pricing year-round.

For a more extensive list of promos, check out our guide on the best internet deals.

How fast is Grand Prairie broadband?

In the most recent Ookla speed test data, Grand Prairie came in with a fixed median download speed of 361Mbps. The city performed much better in comparison to other nearby cities like Dallas at 165Mbps and Arlington and Irving, flirting around on either side of 340Mbps.

Source: CNET analysis of provider data.

What’s a good internet speed?

Most internet connection plans can now handle basic productivity and communication tasks. If you're looking for an internet plan that can accommodate videoconferencing, streaming video or gaming, you'll have a better experience with a more robust connection. Here's an overview of the recommended minimum download speeds for various applications, according to the Federal Communications Commission. Note that these are only guidelines and that internet speed, service and performance vary by connection type, provider and address.

For more information, refer to our guide on how much internet speed you really need.

How CNET chose the best internet providers in Grand Prairie

Internet service providers are numerous and regional. Unlike the latest smartphone, laptop, router or kitchen tool, it’s impractical to personally test every ISP in a given city. What’s our approach? We start by researching the pricing, availability and speed information, drawing on our own historical ISP data, the provider sites and mapping information from FCC.gov.

It doesn’t end there: We go to the FCC’s website to check our data and ensure we consider every ISP that provides service in an area. We also input local addresses on provider websites to find specific options for residents. We look at sources, including the American Customer Satisfaction Index and J.D. Power, to evaluate how happy customers are with an ISP’s service. ISP plans and prices are subject to frequent changes; all information provided is accurate as of publication.

Once we have this localized information, we ask three main questions:

While the answers to those questions are often layered and complex, the providers that come closest to “yes” on all three are the ones we recommend. When selecting the cheapest internet service, we look for the plans with the lowest monthly fee, although we also factor in things like price increases, equipment fees and contracts. Choosing the fastest internet service is relatively straightforward. We look at advertised upload and download speeds and also consider real-world speed data from sources like Ookla and FCC reports. (Ookla is owned by the same parent company as CNET, Ziff Davis.)

To explore our process in more depth, visit our page on how we test ISPs.

What's the final word on internet providers in Grand Prairie?

Grand Prairie is home to a variety of broadband options. Cable and fixed wireless internet providers have a wider availability throughout the city. You wouldn't be getting nearly as fast speeds as you would from a fiber connection. If AT&T Fiber is serviceable at your address, I would put the provider at the top of your list.

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What is the best internet service provider in Grand Prairie?

Charter's Spectrum Internet is Grand Prairie's best internet provider for most households. This cable giant offers the widest coverage in the area, serving 90% of households in Grand Prairie, according to the latest data from the FCC. Spectrum offers speeds up to 1,000Mbps and prices as low as $30 per month. If available at your address, AT&T Fiber is a solid option, too.

Is fiber internet available in Grand Prairie?

Fiber connectivity is available to about 52% of addresses in Grand Prairie.

What is the cheapest internet provider in Grand Prairie?

Spectrum's 100Mbps plan for $30 a month is the cheapest internet service in Grand Prairie. Additionally, fixed wireless providers T-Mobile Home Internet and Verizon 5G Home Internet offer discounts to eligible mobile customers that can bring their costs down to $35 monthly.