The Texas Regional Music Awards once again highlighted the artists, venues, and industry leaders who continue to shape the sound of the Lone Star State. From chart‑topping veterans to rising newcomers, this year’s winners reflect the strength and diversity of Texas music. Below is the complete list of honorees for 2026. Entertainer of the Year: Aaron Watson Male Vocalist of the Year: Josh Weathers Female Vocalist of the Year: Kylie Frey Group/Band of the Year: Randy Rogers

Texas country continues to prove its staying power, and this week one of its rising voices hit a major milestone. Jake Bush’s breakout single “Cowgirl” officially surpassed one million streams on Spotify, marking another big moment in the momentum he’s built across the state and beyond. Released on his 2022 project Where 90’s Meets Now, “Cowgirl” quickly became a fan favorite, blending Bush’s smooth vocal style with the kind of modern‑meets‑traditional production that has def

The Storyteller Who Redefined the Texas Sound Few names carry the weight, respect, and cultural gravity in Texas music quite like Robert Earl Keen. Born January 11, 1956, in Houston, Texas, Keen grew from a book‑loving teenager into one of the most influential songwriters the Lone Star State has ever produced. His blend of Americana, country, folk, and literary storytelling helped shape not just a genre — but an entire generation of Texas and Red Dirt artists who followed in

Arlington, Texas — March 23, 2026 — Arlington takes center stage tonight as the Texas Regional Radio Music Awards (T3R) return to Texas Live! for one of the most anticipated nights in Texas and Red Dirt music. Artists, radio professionals, chart reporters, and fans from across the region are gathering to celebrate the people and stations who helped shape the genre over the past year. The ceremony follows a full weekend of activity, including Sunday night’s Future Faces Show,

Cody Johnson didn’t just close out RodeoHouston — he made history. On March 22, 2026, the Texas native drew the largest crowd ever inside NRG Stadium, setting a new all‑time attendance record for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The energy inside the stadium was electric long before he hit the stage. Jon Pardi and Randy Houser warmed up the crowd, but the roar that met Johnson at 8:40 p.m. was the kind of moment artists dream about — a wall of sound from a sold‑out stadi

There’s something special about a Texas festival that knows exactly what it is — loud guitars, smoky pits, and a crowd that shows up ready to make a day of it. On Saturday, March 28, Troubadour Festival brings its Texas BBQ & Music Experience to Travis Bryan Midtown Park, marking one of the biggest one‑day celebrations of barbecue and country music anywhere in the state. A Texas-Sized Lineup This year’s Bryan stop is anchored by a pair of heavy hitters: - Robert Earl Keen —

Cross Canadian Ragweed has the Red Dirt world buzzing again — and all it took was a hint. The band that helped define a generation of Texas and Oklahoma country has stepped back into the spotlight with a tease for their upcoming live release, “Live & Loud.” For fans who’ve carried their music for more than two decades, this moment feels like a spark hitting dry grass. Ragweed’s story has always been tied to the stage. Formed in Stillwater in the mid‑’90s, they built their rep

Randall King has always carried himself like one of the last true modern traditionalists — a West Texas baritone built on steel guitars, neon glow, and the kind of honesty country music was founded on. But this week, King showed a different kind of honesty, announcing that he’s stepping back from touring for a while to take care of his life offstage. In a heartfelt message shared on March 18, King told fans that he’s pressing pause on live shows to focus on family, faith, an

For decades, Texas and Red Dirt music lived outside the mainstream. It thrived in college towns, dancehalls, and dusty bars — powered by loyal fans, relentless touring, and word‑of‑mouth. Nashville didn’t understand it. Radio didn’t prioritize it. Labels didn’t know what to do with it. But then streaming arrived. And everything changed. Streaming didn’t just give Texas/Red Dirt artists a new platform — it leveled the playing field, removed the gatekeepers, and allowed the res

Texas country favorite Aaron Watson is back with a powerful new album, Horse Named Texas — a 26‑song collection released on March 6 that showcases his trademark heart, grit, and storytelling. From reflective ballads to full‑throttle country anthems, the record captures Watson at his most personal and ambitious. With standout tracks like the title cut and early fan‑favorite “Old Houses,” the album offers a wide emotional range and plenty for listeners to dig into. Watson teame

🎙️ Artist Spotlight: Robert Earl Keen A Texas songwriter whose stories refuse to fade Few artists embody the spirit of Texas songwriting like Robert Earl Keen, the Houston-born troubadour whose blend of wit, grit, and literary charm has shaped generations of Americana and country artists. Born January 11, 1956, Keen grew up devouring books and honing a love for language long before he ever stepped onstage. That early obsession with storytelling became the backbone of a caree

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