The Post Reopens In Hallowed Spot

The Post is reopening in its new location, reviving a portion of Fort Worth’s live music scene with a stacked February lineup.

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In a city where live music serves as the heartbeat of the community, the reopening of a cherished venue feels like a triumphant return to form. This February, The Post — a cornerstone of Fort Worth’s music scene — is making its much-anticipated comeback. After closing its River East location in March 2024, the venue will reopen on February 1, 2025, in a space steeped in local music history: the original home of Lola’s Saloon at 2736 W. 6th St.

Brooks Kendall, president of Afallon Productions, the PR wing behind The Post, is buzzing with excitement. “It’s good to know we were missed,” Kendall says, reflecting on the outpouring of support since the announcement. “Reactivating this space as a home for original live and local music in Fort Worth means the world to me.”

The new location is more than just a fresh start; it’s a continuation of the legacy of live music in Fort Worth. The original Lola’s Saloon was a legendary spot, hosting countless memorable shows. For The Post to take over this iconic space feels like the passing of a torch — a perfect match of history and fresh ambition.

The road to reopening wasn’t easy. After closing its doors, Kendall and his team spent a year navigating uncertainty, searching for the right place to revive the venue’s unique vibe. The deal to move into Lola’s original space came together swiftly, a move that feels as serendipitous as it is strategic.

This new chapter brings some changes. While the previous location included a restaurant, the new Post will focus entirely on being a listening room and bar, with plans for food partnerships to keep guests fed. Kendall emphasizes that the core of The Post remains the same: a space dedicated to showcasing artists in an intimate setting.

“We’re carrying on the music venue and bar part of it,” he explains. “It’s always been about creating a connection between the artists and the audience.”

Fort Worth’s music fans won’t have to wait long for top-notch performances. The February lineup is already stacked, starting with Cory Cross and Ryker Hall on Feb. 6, followed by Trace Bundy and Jacob Furr on Feb. 7. Highlights include Courtney Patton’s album release on Feb. 8 and Walt Wilkins’ return to town on February 15.

Kendall and his team leveraged their existing relationships with musicians to build the calendar. Throughout The Post’s closure, Afallon Productions stayed active, booking shows at other venues like Fort Brewery and Heim Barbecue. These efforts kept the lines of communication open, making it easier to hit the ground running once the new location was secured.

“Most of the acts on the calendar are people who were already planning to come through town,” Kendall says. “When we knew we had the new Post, we steered them here.”

For Kendall, the reopening is about more than just reviving The Post — it’s a step toward revitalizing the city’s music culture. The pandemic and venue closures left a void, with many small music spaces shuttering for good. The Post’s return offers hope and a much-needed boost to the local music ecosystem.

“This space is legendary, and I hope people see the significance of that,” Kendall says. “It’s exciting to see how many people are cheering for us to be back.”

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