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West Texas Jazz Party returns next week
The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the…
Texas parks meets Texas music: New album ‘Texas Wild’ celebrates 100 years of state parks
The first single of the album reimagines the classic track “(Hey Baby) Que Pasó.”
Dos Borrachos: Two Texas guys who know beans about making music
Roger Creager, Kevin Fowler are back in Abilene, this time sharing a stage and raisin’ twice…
Texas Music Journalist John Lomax IV Passes
Journalist John Nova Lomax died on Monday (May 22) in Houston, Texas at age 53. For…
Texas baseball player Jared Thomas having a season as memorable as his walk-up song
In the 22 games since he switched things up on April 11, Jared Thomas is hitting…
Wild Animals that Live in Austin, Texas: Discovering the State Capital’s Wildlife
Discover the fascinating wildlife of Austin, Texas! From the state-mammal armadillo and white-tailed deer to vibrant…
Q+A with Balthazar Getty ahead of Texas Theatre David Lynch retrospective
Poster art by Sean Longmore The entire catalogue of David Lynch works will screen at the…
Houston reveals 2023 Shell Freedom Over Texas lineup
The July 4th event has become Houston’s annual celebration for 36 years with fireworks, food, activities…
Freedom Over Texas: Chris Young and Yola will celebrate 4th of July in Houston
The lineup also includes TMF, a funk/R&B band feature former members of Maze…
Chris Young to headline this summer’s Shell Freedom Over Texas at Eleanor Tinsley Park
Bring your “Famous Friends!” Country music chart-topper Chris Young will take the main stage as the…
Early band students named Texas Music Scholars
Three Early ISD band students were honored as Texas Music Scholars at their Spring Concert on…
Texas music group to perform free shows
A Humboldt graduate who now leads a Texas honors choir will bring students to Allen County…
Pure Chaos: Jeep Weekend Has Hundreds of Arrests In Texas
Jeep Weekend, held this past weekend in Galveston, Texas saw over 230 arrests, and many injuries.…
One-Day Marching Band Camp, praised as ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experience, coming to University of North Texas this July
Dallas, Texas –- New this year, “Music for All” is collaborating with the University of North…
The Ultimate Texas Bucket List: 30 Must-Do’s in the Lone Star State
From things to eat to places to see, this list has it all. I’ll definitely be…
Can you guess the price of this Texas country singer’s eco-friendly escape in the Heights?
Currently owned by local country music singer Rich O’Toole, this Houston home was built with sustainable…
Dog Parks of Austin: Learn About Texas Capital’s 10 Best Doggy Trails
Discover the top dog parks in Austin, Texas, where your furry friend can roam, play, and…
Public drunkenness, disorderly conduct leads to 230 arrests at annual Texas Jeep weekend event
A weekend of rowdiness that authorities say included public drunkenness and disorderly conduct at an annual…
From the Archives: Don Henley returns to East Texas in 2002 to play benefit concert
LINDEN, Texas (KETK) – East Texas is home to many famous music artists such as: Miranda…
Celebrity-owned restaurants have become popular destinations in Texas
Texas has its fair share of celebs who just can’t get enough of the Lone Star…
Texas ranked #1 for worst drivers in the country
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new report released by Forbes Advisor shows Texas tops the…
A ban on Texas public universities’ diversity offices inches closer t…
Texas could become the second state in the country after Florida to ban diversity, equity and…
Nevermind Band and Opener Josiah McGraw at BackStory Brewery 5/19/23 – Front Porch News Texas
Tonight, Nevermind band performed with Josiah McGraw opening! 🎤 Josiah is one of the worship…
Gun Interactive’s ‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ Soundtrack, Companion Album Now Available on Streaming Services
With the Technical Test for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre just a week away, and to…
New music from Texas singer-songwriter Robert Ellis reflects a new chapter of fatherhood
The Fort Worth-based musician also performs in studio.
Enjoy a True Texas Hill Country Summer Escape at Omni Barton Creek
With summer just around the corner, both kids and adults are officially on the countdown to…
Tucker returns to West Texas roots for concert at Buddy Holly Hall
Tucker returns to West Texas roots for concert at Buddy Holly Hall
Texas cities again lead population growth, and Austin is now country’…
Texas took four of the 10 top spots among the nation’s fastest-growing cities, with the Austin…
Exploring the natural wonders of the Texas Hill Country
The Texas Hill Country is recognized as a unique ecosystem rich in biodiversity and home to…
Brooklyn Twang: That Little Festival In Texas Returns
For the third year in a row “that little festival in Texas” Brooklyn Twang Festival returns…
Jeff Yates, Texas Country Singer, Releases Latest, Catchy Nashville Single, “Bench Seat” Now Available Everywhere
Jeff Yates, Nashville recording artist, has just released his latest new single, “Bench Seat”. Yates states,…
Nonprofit that helps Central Texas families who’ve lost children bringing ‘world’s biggest boombox’ for latest fundraiser
Archway of Hope’s “Retro Radio 2023″ is boasting to bring the “world’s biggest boombox” as organizers…
Gonzo Compadres make Texas Music Cafe appearance in Waco
Saturday in Waco—When Freddie Krc, Bob Livingston and John Inmon get together, there’s a special magic:…
Central Texas man writes ‘Green Gown Blues’ song to thank medical team
Chuck King, a Central Texas musician, thanks his medical team through an original song, ‘Green Gown…
Central Texas Philharmonic presents “Music from the Movies”
The full orchestra from Central Texas Philharmonic will present music from favorite movies, including Casablanca, Vertigo,…
El Paso Mission Trail named ‘Best Historical Site’, according to Texas Travel Awards
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — El Paso’s Historic Mission Trail was chosen as the winner of…
Texas man fatally shoots neighbor during fight over loud music, police say
Lonnie Holcombe, 54, allegedly shot and killed his neighbor in Dallas during a fight, and told…
‘GOSPEL SOUL OF ELVIS’ wows crowds in Mineola Texas
MINEOLA, Texas, May 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Elvis Presley is a state of mind. Mark…
‘GOSPEL SOUL OF ELVIS’ wows crowds in Mineola Texas
MINEOLA, Texas, May 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Elvis Presley is a state of mind. Mark…
Musician Cyote nurtures Texas roots deep in the heart of Coxsackie
Musician Cyote nurtures Texas roots while finding a new home deep in the heart of…
Texas’ oldest marching band makes history by appointing first woman to lead Abilene ISD’s Eagle Band
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Texas’ oldest marching band is making history. For the first time ever,…
Junkyard Heights returning to Touch of Texas to open for country star
Local band Junkyard Heights is returning to its favorite venue to open up for a major…
‘Puro pinche 956’: Texas kids rock out to band at ‘Zelda’ launch
‘The children yearn for the pit,’ said one Rio Grande Valley resident.
Southern gospel group stays true to Texas Baptist roots
Through their music and message, the Erwins— a Dove Award-winning and Grammy-nominated Southern Gospel music group—remain…
Post Malone’s First Gig Was Playing Country Songs At An Italian Restaurant In Texas
A RIFF on what country is really about.
Selena and the Geto Boys Changed Texas Music at the Same Time
The Geto Boys and Selena set the stage in the early nineties for the transformation of…
Two of the coolest artists in Texas just joined forces
Tim Kerr and Robert Hodge have done the visual-arts version of starting a band.
Texas Music Festival Announces 2023 Season
The festival will feature an array of musical performances and will debut the new Cynthia Woods…
Latest edition of ‘Rent’ gets a Texas makeover at TUTS Houston
The Broadway smash returns with a particularly Texas slant in the cast and carrying as…
ZZ Top Sang About Texas And Once Took Her On The Road
For over 50 years, that little ‘ole band from Texas has been taking Texas to the…
San Antonio’s annual Tejano Conjunto Festival celebrates the South Texas music genre
Among the scheduled performers are Joe Zimmerle y Su Conjunto, Los Tellez, Cindy Ramos y su…
Dance to music of Texas’s best women artists at Color Factory’s Royal Disco Ball
The Color Factory’s latest installation, “A Royal (Disco) Ball,” invites visitors to dance the day away…
27th Annual Texas Music Revolution returns to downtown McKinney
The Texas Music Revolution (TMR) is back for its 27th anniversary in downtown McKinney on June…
KHYI 95.3 The Range Radio presents Texas Music Revolution
KHYI 95.3 The Range Radio will present the return of Texas Music Revolution for its 27th…
Willie Nelson ‘shook this country to its senses’ to help family farmers, rural Texas
Texas musical icon Willie Nelson collected yet another honor – this time, for his efforts to…
This Texas Hill Country Town Is Packed With Breweries, Distilleries, and Wineries — and Has a Swimming Hole With Emerald Waters
Here’s what you should know about Dripping Springs, a small town outside of Austin with scenic…
Brothers Osborne Surprises Texas Crowd With Carly Pearce & Bailey Zimmerman
[Sponsor Content] The star-studded iHeartRadio “We’re All Country” Guitar Pull powered by Ram Trucks included epic…
Paris Texas’ “Bullet Man” video is a bitterly funny, paranoid gunfight
Watch Paris Texas’ music video for their new song “Bullet Man”
These Texas spots were ‘Texas Travel Award’ winners for 2023
Travel Texas: These destinations topped the list on this year’s 2023 ‘Texas Travel…
These Texas spots were ‘Texas Travel Award’ winners for 2023
Travel Texas: These destinations topped the list on this year’s 2023 ‘Texas Travel…
A Dispatch from the Texas Return of the Academy of Country Music Awards
Dolly Parton showed why she’s the greatest of all time, Willie Nelson phones it in, and…
Areté Inches Closer to 2,200-Acre Texas Hill Country Project
A firm based in Salt Lake City is headed to the Texas Hill Country for its…
Tracy Lawrence Releases Live Album From The Iconic Billy Bob’s Texas Honky Tonk
A RIFF on what country is really about.
Texas Blues-Rock Guitarist Ally Venable ‘Real Gone’ Tour 2023
Ally Venable, prolific Texas-based blues-rock guitarist/vocalist, is currently on her Real Gone Tour, with a local…
These Texas spots were ‘Texas Travel Award’ winners for 2023
Travel Texas: These destinations topped the list on this year’s 2023 ‘Texas Travel…
Texas Internet Provider Denied New Trial in Music Piracy Case
Internet service provider Grande Communications Networks LLC was denied a new trial and legal judgment over…
ACM Awards Bring The Party To Texas [Show Recap]
The 58th Academy of Country Music Awards took over Frisco, Texas Thursday night (May 11). Lainey…
In Houston, a Basquiat and Warhol–Style Collab With a Texas Twist
It took a music producer to bring together grungy Austinite Tim Kerr and Houston sophisticate Robert…
Shania Twain and Kendrick Lamar among headliners at Texas’ hottest music fest of 2023
The 22nd annual Austin City Limits festival lineup is here, and it’s got some gems that…
Paris Texas channel John Wick on new song “BULLET MAN”: Stream
The propulsive single is the latest preview of their upcoming debut album.
ACM Awards Week Rocks Texas, Tune In Tonight For Awards
The country music industry is celebrating all week down in Frisco, Texas in preparation for the…
Grunge Isn’t Dead: Budding Texas Band SAP Hoping to Bring Rock Back to the Forefront
Kurt Cobain swept floors as a janitor at his alma mater. David Bowe was a delivery…
11 Most Charming Cities in Texas
These most charming cities in Texas each have their own unequaled identity, past, and idyllic loveliness,…
Things to do in East Texas this weekend
The weekend is almost here. If you’re looking for something to do, check out this list…
Things to do in East Texas this weekend
The weekend is almost here. If you’re looking for something to do, check out this list…
Juicing It Up In Texas
“When I first moved here, I felt like it was a small town,” Heather Wagner Reed…
Miranda Lambert is ACMs most-nominated artist in history: From small-town Texas upbringing to a career-high
Miranda Lambert could make history again at the 2023 ACMs. Here is a look at her…
Corey Kent is glad Texas, Nashville country are finally merging at the ACMs
With the ACM Awards being held in Texas this year, rising artist Corey Kent is particularly hopeful that the longtime rivalry…
What’s the economic impact of the arts? In Texas, about $6 billion
The Texas Cultural Trust’s State of the Arts study found that the arts generated $6 billion…
Texas Tech alumni association plans charter flight for Texas Tech Goin Band performance in NYC
LUBBOCK, Texas– The Texas Tech Alumni Association is organizing a way for alumni to support the…
Texas Cook’Em High Steaks & Country Star Aaron Watson, June 30th
Headlining the free event were announced during a press conference hosted by the Edinburg Chamber of…
Texas music trailblazer gets back to the basics
The music business is difficult. It requires time on the road, financial investment, relationships, and a…
Corey Kent is glad Texas, Nashville country are finally merging at the ACMs
Omar Vega/Getty ImagesWith the ACM Awards being held in Texas this year, rising artist Corey Kent is particularly hopeful that the…
Destination Bryan & local businesses selected as winners in the 2023 Texas Travel Awards
Destination Bryan is excited to announce that local Bryan businesses and events were selected as winners…
Why the Texas Tornados perfectly capture San Antonio culture
DJ, play ‘(Hey Baby) Que Pasó?’ please.
Corey Kent is glad Texas, Nashville country are finally merging at the ACMs
With the ACM Awards being held in Texas this year, rising artist Corey Kent is particularly hopeful that the longtime rivalry…
Patriarch of family killed in Texas shooting was a taekwondo master who ‘loved being a dad’
The killing of Kyu Cho, his wife, Cindy, and their youngest son has caused overwhelming grief…
The Next Big Texas Rapper Isn’t From Houston: An Interview With HOODLUM
Donald Morrison speaks to the San Antonio rapper about how important music videos are to his…
Linden seeks recognition as a Music Friendly Texas Community
Linden is seeking to add another recognition of music to its town and state by being…
Becky G adds 5 Texas stops on ‘Mi Casa, Tu Casa’ U.S. tour
Becky G and Peso Pluma will perform in San Antonio just weeks apart.
Dolly Parton Opens A Pop Up In Frisco, Texas
Parton has opened a special pop up store, “Dolly! All Access” showcasing some of her iconic…
Dallas-Fort Worth hot spots rack up 14 Texas Travel Awards – with one glaring omission
Some of the best attractions in the state are in Dallas-Fort Worth and surrounding areas, according…
Texas rules again as No. 1 state in U.S. for business
The Texas business sector has a pretty impressive winning streak when it’s compared to the rest…
Today on Texas Standard: A man died working on the Tesla Gigafactory. The company didn’t tell officials.
Antelmo Ramirez, 57, died on the job while building the Tesla Gigafactory outside of Austin. Tesla…
Texas Venue Bans the Band Terror, ‘Maybe All Hardcore’ After Security Guard Incident
Fan-captured footage shows the guard grabbing the mic.
Shania Twain and Kendrick Lamar among headliners at Texas’ hottest music fest of 2023
The 22nd annual Austin City Limits festival lineup is here, and it’s got some gems that…
Texas driver who hit a group of asylum-seekers is charged with manslaughter
Vigils were held in Brownsville, Texas, for the eight people who were killed Sunday when a…
Seven people remain hospitalized after fatal crash outside Texas migrant shelter
Seven people remain hospitalized in Brownsville, Texas, as a candlelight vigil is planned Tuesday in another…
Drumming, dancing and chanting: Arirang Texas Group brings Korean folk music to Carrollton
At Carrollton Senior Center, metallic clicks ring out as pingpong balls are served. The soft buzz…
ACM Awards Will Stream Thursday from Deep in the Heart of Texas
HARDY and Lainey Wilson have the most nominations for this year’s ACM Awards.
Among the Victims in Texas Shooting: A Wounded 6-Year-Old Who Lost His Parents and Brother
Some of the dead and injured belonged to the same families. The Mendoza sisters, in elementary…
Lovely Lubbock a note-worthy West Texas music town
Leave the hustle and bustle behind and head to West Texas for a memorable getaway at…
Questions remain after tragedy near Texas shelter for people fleeing crises
Witnesses says a driver yelled slurs towards those outside the shelter after driving into a group…
Three children among victims of Allen mall shooting in Texas
Three members of one family were killed in the attack as well as two primary school…
Austin and its neighbors earn top nods from 2023 Texas Travel Awards
Austinites and Cedar Park residents have some of the best attractions in the state, according to…
Fellow musicans step in to help after band has equipment stolen in Texas
After Atlanta-based band, Yacht Rock Revue had their equipment stolen in Fort Worth, Texas they were…