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Red Dirt Proud News
Nominations for the 2025 Texas Country Music Awards begin on May 1st. Nominations will be taken through June 15th in 28 categories. Final Round Voting should begin in July and the Awards will be handed out November 9that Billy Bob’s Texas in Ft. Worth featuring this year’s headliner Kevin Fowler. Head over to https://texascountrymusicassociation.org/2025nominate to nominate your favorite artists today.
TOP SONGS IN TEXAS RED DIRT HISTORY
2025 – Hudson Westbrook – 5 to 9 (T3R and CDX)
2024 – Grant Gilbert – Promise You Me (T3R)
2024 – Jon Stork – Somebody’s Baby (CDX)
2020 – Randall King – She Gone
2015 – Wade Bowen & Randy Rogers - Standards
The San Antonio Missions proudly present Wade Bowen as the postgame headliner for the H-E-B Independence Day Celebration at Nelson Wolff Stadium on July 3, 2025 after the Missions take on the Corpus Christi Hooks
Congratulations to The Red Clay Strays who won the Academy of Country Music's New Duo or Group of the Year award.
Cody Jinks is set to release his new album, In My Blood, on July 25, with the debut single "Found" dropping this Friday. The official lyric video premieres exclusively for his FAM Club tonight at 6:00 PM CT, and the song will be available everywhere on May 2. Fans can also access a limited 72-hour pre-order of an exclusive vinyl variant starting tomorrow at 6:00 PM CT via the Cody Jinks app. Catch him headlining the Lone Star Smokeout this Friday in Arlington, TX. Sign up for the FAM Club
Gary P. Nunn made a grand appearance at the Dallas International Film Festival (DIFF), walking the Red Carpet alongside director Austin Nichols. Nichols, known for his deep connection to Austin, selected three of Gary P’s tunes to feature in the score of his latest film, The Salamander King—a heartfelt tribute to the city’s golf culture and community.
The Texas Music Revolution returns to downtown McKinney on June 6-7, bringing an exciting mix of live performances. Headliners Dawes and Flatland Cavalry lead the lineup, joined by a diverse range of artists across multiple genres. Now in its 29th year, the festival has committed to staying in McKinney through 2029. With 60-80 artists performing across 15 stages, attendees can explore both ticketed and free areas, making it a great experience for music lovers of all kinds. Tickets start at $59—secure yours at tmrfest.com!
The 13th annual Mack, Jack & McConaughey event raised $17 million for five charities supporting children's education, health, and wellness. Held at ACL Live at The Moody Theater, the concert featured performances by Ryan Bingham, Miranda Lambert, and host Jack Ingram, along with Kaitlin Butts, Natalie Hemby, Calder Allen, Bobby Pinson, Aaron Raitiere, and Butch Walker. Founded by Matthew McConaughey, Jack Ingram, and Mack Brown, MJ&M continues to champion nonprofit initiatives for children.
Tristan Roberson joined Texas Governor Greg Abbott, state officials and families at the 2025 Texas Peace Officers’ Memorial on April 26 in Austin. Honoring fallen officers, the event featured Tristan performing his song, “Somewhere In Texas,” and “The Reaper Keeps Creepin’.” His debut album, One Night in Dallas, comes out May 9, 2025.
William Clark Green’s Cotton Fest returns to Lubbock, TX on June 27-28, featuring the Randy Rogers Band, Ty Myers, Braxton Keith, Hudson Westbrook, Kat Hasty, Kaitlin Butts, Tyler Halverson, and Muscadine Bloodline. Tickets are on sale now. Beyond the music, Cotton Fest raises money for the High Cotton Relief Fund, supporting the West Texas cotton community. Founded in 2018, the fund has raised over $2.25 million to help farmers and families facing hardships. With Texas producing over 40% of the nation’s cotton, the fund plays a vital role in supporting those who keep the industry thriving. Join the celebration and the cause.
Album/EP Releases
Mar 14 - Bart Crow - Hey Pretty Thang
Mar 14 - Charley Crockett - The Lonesome Drifter
Mar 14 - Jason Boland & The Stragglers - The Last Kings of Babylon
Mar 14 - The Wilder Blue - Still in the Runnin'
Mar 21 - Kinky Friedman - Poet of Motel 6
Mar 28 - Kyle Park - The Acoustic Sessions, Vol. 1
Mar 28 - Jason Scott & The High Heat - American Grin
Mar 28 - Pug Johnson - El Cabron
Apr 11 - Muscadine Bloodline - And What Was Left Behind
Apr 11 - James Cook - Texican Velvet
May 9 - Teague Brothers Band - Wish You The World
Aug 8 - Jake Bush - Bar Room Brothers and Sisters
*************** UPCOMING EVENTS *********************************
Troubadour Festival May 17th at Texas A&M and feature Shane Smith & The Saints, Randy Rogers, Wade Bowen, 49 Winchester, Josh Meloy, Hudson Westbrook, Tyler Halverson, Jacob Stelly and Jojo Disalvo. There will also be tons of BBQ Vendors. Get details at https://troubadourfestival.com/
Cody Johnson & Koe Wetzel will be joining Jason Aldean, Riley Green, Hardy and Bailey Zimmerman and others on the Tailgate N' Tallboys lineups. The festivals take place June 5-7 in Clinton, IA and June 12-15 in Bloomington, IL https://tailgatentallboys.com/
The Texas Music Revolution McKinney TX June 6-7, Headliners Dawes and Flatland Cavalry 60-80 artists performing across 15 stagesTickets start at $59—secure yours at https://www.tmrfest.com/
Big Cabo Fest 2025 will be June 8-12 featuring Kevin Fowler and Roger Creager and special guests Doug Moreland, Django Walker, Jake Worthington, Matt Skinner and Wynn Williams at the Hotel Riu Palace in Baja, California. https://www.bigcabofest.com/
Jackalope Jamboree 2025 will be June 26-28 at the Happy Canyon Arena in Pendleton, Oregon and feature 49 Winchester, Paul Cauthen and others. https://www.jackalopejamboree.com/
Casey Donahew’s Boots On The Beach 2025 will be held June 15-19, July 6-10 and July 27-31. BootsOnTheBeach.net or https://www.tixr.com/groups/almostcountry/events/boots-on-the-beach-2025-113194
William Clark Green's Cotton Festlineup this June at Cook's Garage in Lubbock, TX is stacked with stellar acts including Muscadine Bloodline, the Randy Rogers Band, Hudson Westbrook, Ty Myers and more. The fest will be June 26-28 at Cook’s Garage in Lubbock, Texas. https://cottonfestlbk.com/
Jon Wolfe will be a part of the Inaugural America’s Mountain Festival in Woodland Park, Colorado on July 5th of next year which will also feature Curtis Grimes and Michael Martin Murphy. Tickets are now on sale at AmericasMountainFestival.com. Woodland Park is Northwest of Colorado Springs and just North of Pikes Peak. https://americasmountainfestival.com/
Rock The Plains will be Aug 8-9 at Tuttle Creek State Park in Manhattan, Kansas with the Randy Rogers Band, Aaron Watson, Casey Donahew, Josh Abbott Band, Adam hood, Jeanna Paulette, Curtis Grimes, Braxton Keith, Kaitlin Butts and more. https://www.rocktheplains.com/
Cody Johnson will join Bailey Zimmerman and Old Dominion as headliners for Country Thunder Alberta in downtown Calgary August 15-17. Additional artists include Ashley McBryde, Jake Owen and Riley Green; https://www.countrythunder.com/ab
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: https://cavemanmusicfestival.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 https://tanglefoottx.com/
Larry Joe Taylor just wrapped up his annual Music Festival in April and he is already gearing up for the next one. LJT’s Rhyme’s & Vines is set for September 17-20 at Melody Mountain Ranch in Stephenville and returning campers get first dibs on camp sites .This year’s festival will feature great music, wine and the 8thannual World Champion Jalapeno Cook-Off, as well. https://www.larryjoetaylor.com/rhymes_and_vines.htm
Feels Like Home Festival in Brownwood, TX Oct 4th. Randy Rogers Band, Josh Abbott Band, Stoney Larue, Pat Green, Bottomland, Graham St. Clair Band and Joe Peters. Tix on sale May 16th. A celebration of community, music, and delicious BBQ. https://feelslikehomefest.com/
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 https://www.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. https://texascountrymusicassociation.org/