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Listen: Tre Nagella releases Sonic ID to represent Dallas in 2026 FIFA World Cup
How would you give a well-known tune heard by millions around the world a distinctive Dallas sound?
How about incorporating a bit of country rhythm with dobro chords and entrusting the mission to a thriving local producer who has won four Grammys?
Meet Tre Nagella, the creator of the FIFA 2026 Official World Cup Sonic ID for the Dallas venue.
A Sonic ID is a combination of sound and music that brands and corporations use to establish instant recognition among the public.
Essentially, a Sonic ID is an auditory logo.
FIFA, the international soccer governing body, uses the Sonic ID to open and close each World Cup match broadcast. Television networks also use it before and after commercial breaks.
The Dallas Sonic ID will be unveiled during the first quarter of Sunday’s Mavericks game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
“My goal was to take that theme and somehow incorporate other musical elements to better represent the city of Dallas,” Nagella said while playing the theme in his Addison production studios.
The 1:57-long Sonic ID has enough elements to distinguish itself from the other 15 Sonic IDs each World Cup host city prepared.
FIFA imposed certain constraints, such as not changing the tempo of the track because they had timed things out for broadcast and promos.
This is the first time FIFA will have city-specific Sonic IDs so that each city can put its stamp on the World Cup.
Nagella incorporated a country-style sound, but to avoid any confusion or comparison with Nashville, and to have a sound representative of Texas, the producer used acoustic guitars, pedal steel, and the dobro, a guitar-like instrument more native to the South.
“I didn’t want it to be too cliche and just be all country. Dallas has a big urban scene. We have a lot of hip-hop. We have a lot of gospel music. So I wanted to incorporate some urban elements as well,” Nagella said.
The World Cup, to be played in the summer of 2026, will be the first in history with 48 national teams competing in 104 matches.
Nagella took care of every detail in his production, recreating the most important and dramatic elements surrounding a soccer match.
Nagella’s creative production includes the clamor of fans in a stadium chanting a goal, the ticking clock signaling the passage of time, and the effects of the players’ panting breaths.
“There are a lot of elements to this that most people probably wouldn’t pick up right away. I literally use sound effects that aren’t musical at all and just put a big stadium full of people here,” said Nagella, 45.
Nagella, born and raised in Dallas, had a passion for music since he was 12 when he started playing guitar in school.
His love for music led him to study at Full Sail University — Music Production College in Orlando.
Producing gospel music for Kirk Franklin opened the door to a career that has led him to work alongside other major stars, such as Ed Sheeran, Travis Scott, Aaron Lazar, Blake Shelton, Lady Gaga and many others.
Nagella and Paul Loomis co-own Luminous Sound Studios, a 6,500-square-foot facility with three state-of-the-art studios and a two-story tracking room.
“Besides technology, you need talent to produce music,” said Nagella, who describes himself as a mix of musician, producer, mixer, and sound engineer.
“Even with all the advanced technology, the song’s melody and heart and soul still have to come from a human. You still have to be creative, and the computer can’t make it for you. There’s a reason why we still listen to songs that are old,” Nagella said.
Nagella said his most exciting moments as a music producer have come when he feels like he’s created something magical in a studio.
The FIFA 2026 Official World Cup theme is one of those moments.
“I put a lot of thought into best representing our city,” Nagella said.
“When people around the world hear the theme, the first thing they’ll think of is Dallas, that’s exciting.”
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The Dallas Cowboys were initially in the mix for Las Vegas Raiders superstar pass rusher Maxx Crosby ahead of NFL free agency, and were believed to be one of the finalists in trade talks. However, he was ultimately traded to the Baltimore Ravens for two first-round picks.
Now, the NFL world has been turned on its head with the Ravens deciding to pull out of the trade agreement with Las Vegas.
On Tuesday night, NFL insider Adam Schefter was among the experts discussing what went wrong between the Raiders and Ravens, revealing that Cowboys team physician Dr. Daniel Cooper, one of the premier knee specialists, played a role in the Ravens’ evaluation of Crosby.
Schefter discussed how Dr. Cooper was among the doctors who reviewed scans on Crosby’s knee, which ultimately spooked the Ravens and triggered the end of the deal.
“The Baltimore Ravens essentially failed him on their physical, and my understanding is there were multiple doctors that reviewed his MRI scans,” Schefter said. “There were doctors that examined him, including Dr. Daniel Cooper, the Dallas Cowboys doctor that performed surgery on Patrick Mahomes and Malik Nabers.
“Many teams and players rely on Dr. Cooper’s expertise, and Dr. Cooper was one of the doctors who reviewed the images where the Ravens then felt compelled to back out of this trade.”
It’s hard not to connect the dots that Dr. Cooper’s involvement in the medical review of Crosby led to the team deciding against re-engaging in trade discussions. Though that could change, currently, the Cowboys are expected to move forward with Pro Bowl EDGE Rashan Gary, who the team agreed to acquire from the Green Bay Packers for a 2027 fourth-round pick on the first day of legal tampering.
It will be interesting to continue monitoring the situation and its fallout, which has left the Raiders in a terrible position.
But, with the Raiders now forced to re-examine the money they committed to free agents on Wednesday evening, they may have to pull out of one of their own agreements, which could open the door for the Cowboys to reopen their pursuit of a linebacker like Nakobe Dean or Quay Walker.
The 2026 NFL calendar year officially begins on Wednesday, March 11, at 4:00 p.m. ET, so get your popcorn ready, because it’s going to be a wild ride.
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Dallas Cowboys Nation’s hopes of landing superstar pass rusher Maxx Crosby were dashed last weekend when it was announced that he was being traded to the Baltimore Ravens. However, less than 24 hours before the new year, the trade has fallen apart.
On Tuesday night, the Las Vegas Raiders announced that the Ravens have backed out of the trade.
“The Baltimore Ravens have backed out of our trade agreement for Maxx Crosby,” the statement read. “We will have no further comment at this time.”
The news sends a major ripple for the league, with the Crosby sweepstakes once again open. Before his trade to the Ravens, the Cowboys were considered one of the teams closely monitoring the situation and a team that made a legitimate offer for Crosby.
At this time, there is no word on why the trade between Las Vegas and Baltimore fell through. When the trade was first reported, the Raiders were set to receive a 2026 and 2027 first-round pick from the Ravens.
Now, his future is in limbo. Before he was traded to the Ravens, it was believed that the Cowboys, Chicago Bears, and Los Angeles Rams were the top candidates to land him. In fact, the Cowboys were “considered runner-ups” in the sweepstakes.
Dallas’ Original Trade Offer
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Cowboys initially offered the No. 12 overall pick in the 2026 draft, a 2027 second-round pick, and an unnamed veteran player.
“Dallas kept a hard line throughout. The franchise wasn’t willing to part with two first-round picks, hoping its 12th pick in April’s draft, plus a future second-rounder, would be enough to entice Las Vegas. Dallas was also willing to package a veteran player to sweeten the deal, but Vegas wasn’t interested in that. The Raiders prioritized picks,” Fowler wrote.
Last season, Crosby recorded 73 total tackles, 28 tackles for a loss, 20 quarterback hits, 10 sacks, two forced fumbles, and an interception.
We’ll have to see if Dallas ends up being his new home, now that the team has a second chance to make something special happen, but there will be some serious competition. The 2026 NFL calendar year officially begins on Wednesday, March 11, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
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DALLAS – Severe thunderstorms are forecast to return to North Texas late Tuesday, bringing threats of damaging hail, high winds and localized flooding. While the primary concerns are wind and hail, a few tornadoes cannot be ruled out.
Tuesday Forecast
Dallas weather: Mar. 10 morning forecast
We have another chance of severe storms starting Tuesday afternoon. Meteorologist Ali Turiano has your forecast and everything you need to know ahead of the storms.
Scattered showers and storms are expected to develop as a dryline to the west moves into the region. Storm conditions are expected to intensify as the day progresses.
The greatest concerns remain damaging winds and large hail. The leading edge of the storm front will likely be the most intense, with the potential for straight-line winds and brief spin-up tornadoes.
LIVE Radar: Dallas-Fort Worth
Dallas Storms: Timing and Impact
The highest potential for severe weather in the Metroplex is from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., though lingering activity could continue until 2 a.m. Wednesday. Residents are advised to seek shelter immediately if a warning is issued for their area.
7-Day Forecast
A final round of storms is expected Wednesday, primarily between noon and 7 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. These storms carry a threat of half-dollar-sized hail and damaging winds.
Behind this system, North Texas will dry out and briefly cool off. Sunny skies return Thursday with a high in the mid-60s. Temperatures will then warm into the upper 70s on Friday before a sunny weekend with highs in the low 80s.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the National Weather Service and FOX 4 forecasters.
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