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Cody Jinks is raising money for Texas and giveaway a massive Hawaiian Prize Pack. With your donation you are entered to win:
+ Round trip travel to Honolulu + 4-night hotel stay
+ Two (2) tickets to Cody Jinks’ Hawaii Theatre show on Nov 1, 2025
+ Meet Cody backstage + take a photo
+ Custom guitar signed by Cody Jinks
+Two (2) Cody Jinks merch packs
+ Snorkeling or surf lesson for two
+Gift card for pre-show dinner + local transportation
Every donation supports the Spirit of Giving Fund to help families impacted by the Texas floods. Donate To Win at http://fandiem.com/codyjinks
Robert Earl Keen may just one-up George Strait when it comes to line-ups for his benefit. Thursday, August 28th at the Whitewater Amphitheater Presend by Buc-ee’s is Robert Earl Keen’s Applause For the Cause, benefitting the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. Artists include Robert Earl Keen with special guest Tyler Childers. Also, Miranda Lamber, Jon Randall and Jack Ingram will perform as a trio. Other artists on hand include Aaron Watson, Catie Offerman, Cleto from Flatland Cavalry, Cody Jinks, Hayes Carll, Jamestown Revival, Jamey Johnson, Jason Boland, Josh Abbott, Kazimi, Kelsey Waldon, Kolton Moore, Pug Johnson, Radney Foster, Randy Rogers, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Ryan Bingham, Sara Jarosz, Terry Allen, Vincent Neil Emerson, William Clark Green, Josh Weathers, Kyle Park, Rob Baird and The Texas Trio. Buy Tickets at https://www.whitewaterrocks.com/
The United We Sound: Benefit Concert for Texas Flood Relief will be held Sunday, August 31 • Hoots Hall • Burleson, TX 10 AM – Midnight • All Ages • Rain or Shine. Hoots Hall hosts the official United Cajun Navy Benefit Concert for Kerr County, bringing together music, community, and purpose. Expect an all-day lineup of artists (announced July 15), VIP experiences, celebrity guests, food trucks, and more—all supporting Texas flood relief. Marking 20 years since Hurricane Katrina, this event celebrates everyday heroes and the ongoing mission of the United Cajun Navy. Proceeds benefit: United Cajun Navy & the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
The Deep in the Heart Benefit Concert is another great Benefit Show on the way that will raise funds for flood relief across Texas. Josh Abbott & Friends lead the charge on September 8th at ACL Live at the Moody Theater in Austin, TX with a powerful lineup that includes: Casey Donahew • Carly Pearce • Kaitlin Butts • The Panhandlers • Wade Bowen...plus more artists still to be announced.
Album/EP Releases
Aug 23 Asleep At The Wheel – Riding High In Texas
Aug 29 Rodney Crowell – Airline HIghway
Sep 12 Jake Worthington – When I Write The Song
Sep 19 David Lewis – Barstool Sermons
Sep 26 Whiskey Myers - Whomp Whack Thunder
Oct 3 Waylon Jennings – Songbird
Oct 24 Randy Rogers Band – The New
Oct 31 Cory Morrow – The Letting Go
Wondering if those millions raised for Hill Country flood relief are making a difference? They are. Governor Greg Abbott personally delivered $25,000 checks to families devastated by the July 4th floods—funds raised at George Strait’s “Strait to the Heart” benefit concert. More than $7 million dollars was raised during the July 27th benefit concert featuring not only the King of Country, but a guest appearance from Garth Brooks and performances by Wade Bowen, William Beckmann, Hudson Westbrook and many more.
President Donald Trump has announced the 2025 Kennedy Center Honorees, and among the distinguished recipients is none other than George Strait. Rock Band KISS and Sylvester Stallone were also announced along with others. The official date for the gala celebration has yet to be announced.
After 120 years, Coupland Dancehall is closing its doors. The legendary venue wraps its “Last Call” series on October 11, with all shows leading up marked as part of the farewell. Owner Abbey Road is donating the property to a nonprofit, preserving its legacy. Coupland hosted generations of Texas artists and appeared in Lonesome Dove, Love & Death, and countless music videos. A true Texas icon—gone, but not forgotten.
David Adam Byrnes and his wife Amanda welcomed their first child, Weston Don Byrnes at 7:53 p.m. on August 14, 2025. Mom and baby are doing great.
The New EP, The Going, from the Randy Rogers Band will come out on October 24. Title track out now on all streaming platforms.
Country, Texas, Tex-Mex and Tejano artist Stephanie Urbina Jones, of San Antonio, is releasing a Spanish version twist of the Glen Campbell Hit, “Rhinestone Cowboy.” Stephanie and her band the Honky Tonk Mariachi will release “Rhinestone Cowgirl” or in Spanish “Joyas de Vaquera.”
Robert Earl Keen’s sold-out “Applause for the Cause” concert, set for Thursday, August 28 at Whitewater Amphitheater in New Braunfels, TX, will now be livestreamed thanks to a partnership with multiple media outlets. This benefit is presented by Buc-ee’s.
Trevor Underwood may be new to Texas Red Dirt Radio but he is no stranger to music, bands and touring. His mom, Lisa, was part of the trio Lantana that had songs on the radio back in the early 2000s.
Koe Wetzel stopped into the H.E.B. Grocery store in Granbury, Texas and saw an end-cap display of his limited edition cases of Outlaw Light Beer. Koe took out a sharpie and right there in the store started autographing a few for some lucky and thirsty fans.
Kevin Fowler shared the stage with Roger Creager and Tracy Byrd at Gruene Hall for an impromptu concert last week. The trio took turns playing their hits and Kevin gave an update on his knee replacement. He is up and getting around. Apparently it hurt a little bit.
When I Write The Song, the new album from Jake Worthington is now available to pre-order on CD & *signed* vinyl! Get yours here: https://shop.jakeworthington.com
The Texas State Women Songwriters Festival will be held Sept 19-21 in Lockhart, Texas and will feature over 50 Texas Songwriters. This year’s festival will also include appearances by Rosie Flores, Tish Hinojosa, Sara Hickman, Kimmie Rhodes and Pauline Reese. Get details at TWSFEST.com
The MusicFest at Steamboat returns January 5–10, 2026, marking its 40th anniversary with a powerhouse lineup of Texas music legends and rising stars. A special tribute concert honoring one of the genre’s founding figures will be announced soon.
Hudson Westbrook has been named Texas Roadhouse’s Artist of the Month, with his music now spinning in-store on the restaurant’s jukeboxes and featured on their official Spotify playlist, Texas Roadhouse Jukebox Jams, all over the Country. Hudson has racked up over 600 million streams to date.
Bernie Nelson is throwing a Party in The Pasture. It is a weekend full of music for Flood Relief and a tribute to America’s Military & First Responders Sep 12-13 at The Resort in Fredericksburg, Texas. Featuring Trace Adkins, David Adam Byrnes, Clay Hollis, Bailey Rae, Big Jordan, Stoney Larue, Bernie Nelson, Darrin Morris, Chuck Wimer and Kensie Coppin.
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Cross Canadian Ragweed Turnpike Troubadours, Wade Bowen, Shane Smith & The Saints and American Aquarium Sat, Aug 23 at McClane Stadium on the Baylor University Campus in Waco, Texas.
Caveman Music Festival, happening August 28-31 at Monument Lake Resort in Weston, CO, features artists like The Toadies, Jamestown Revival, Band of Heathens, Uncle Lucius, Josh Weathers, Emily Wolf, Lowdown Drifters, Dexter & The Moonrocks, Charlie Shafter, and Courtney Patton. Tickets: www.cavemanmusicfestival.com.
Okla Homegrown is an event that will kick off the Born & Raised Festival in Pryor Oklahoma. Set for Wed, Sept 10th featuring Cody Canada & The Departed, Stoney Larue, Jason Boland & The Stragglers, the Mike McClure Band and special guests The Smokin Oaks. You an actually get in free if you have a Born & Raised Weekend ticket. https://www.bornandraisedfestival.com/
Born & Raised Music Festival is back September 10-13 in Pryor, Oklahoma. The 10th is a Pre-Festival called Okla Homegrown then Treaty Oak Revival will headline the 11th, Cody Jinks, Jamey Johnson, Wade Bowen, Blackberry Smoke and more on the 12th and on the 13thit’s Parker McCollum, Randy Rogers Band, Gavin Adcock, Casey Donahew, Hudson Westbrook, Baxton Keith, Josh Weathers and more. Get tickets and details at https://www.bornandraisedfestival.com/
Tanglefoot Festival Sept 12-13 in Temple Texas featuring headliners Parker McCollum and Cody Jinks, alongside Robert Earl Keen, the Randy Rogers Band, Jack Ingram, Silverada, and The Wilder Blue
LJT’s Rhyme’s & VinesSept 17-20 at Melody Mountain Ranch in Stephenville. Live music, wine and the 8thannual World Champion Jalapeno Popper Cook-Off, as well. LJTFest.com
The Texas State Women Songwriters Festival will be held Sept 19-21 in Lockhart, Texas and will feature over 50 Texas Songwriters. This year’s festival will also include appearances by Rosie Flores, Tish Hinojosa, Sara Hickman, Kimmie Rhodes and Pauline Reese. Get details at TWSFEST.com
Feels Like Home FestivalOct 4th downtown Brownwood, TX with Randy Rogers Band, Josh Abbott Band, Stoney Larue and many more plus BBQ, Art and fun. FeelsLikeHomeFest.com
Cody Canada& Friends unite for Hill Country relief on October 12th. Cody Canada and a powerhouse lineup of friends will take the stage at Gruene Hall for a full day of live music and community support. This special event aims to extend aid to those impacted by the devastating July 4 Hill Country Floods. All donations will be directed through Love Like You Mean It, the nonprofit founded by Josh Weathers, ensuring help reaches those who need it most.
The Texas Country Music Cruise for 2025 will take place Nov 2-9, leave from Galveston, Texas and go to Roatan, Costa Maya and Cozumel. Artists that will be playing music during the cruise include Gary P. Nunn, Bart Crow, Micky & The Motorcars, Thom Shepherd, Will Banister, Darrin Morris, Tanner Sparks, Cari Hutson & Good Company and Big Joe Walker. Get details at TexasCountryMusicCruise.com
The 2025 Texas Country Music Awards will be held on November 9th at Billy Bob’s Texas in Ft. Worth and the nomination round will start May 1st and end June 15th. Also, Tickets for the awards show will go on sale July 1st. They will also open up for sponsorships and advertising in the program and promotion for the show.
Larry Joe Taylor will have his 23rd Annual Songwriter Cruise January 4-11, 2026 featuring Larry Joe, Richard Leigh, Nyles Robakiewictz, Presley Haile, Race Ricketts, Nick Brumley, Dave Pereze and the LJT Band. Book soon to get discounted rates. Call Sherry at 254-592-2502 or look for the Coastin’ & Cruisin’ info at LarryJoeTaylor.com
The MusicFest at Steamboat returns January 5–10, 2026, marking its 40th anniversary with a powerhouse lineup of Texas music legends and rising stars. A special tribute concert honoring one of the genre’s founding figures will be announced soon.
Mile Zero Fest will be January 27-31 in Key West, FL and packages and passes are on sale now. The Randy Rogers Band, Shane Smith & The Saints, Casey Donahew, Cody Canada & The Departed, Josh Weathers, Mike Ryan, The Wilder Blue, Bri Bagwell and more are on the bill. Mile0Fest.com