Biography

Aaron Watson - "Fast Cars Slow Kisses"
Know as "The Honky Tonk Kid" Aaron is one of the most respected and dependable artists on the scene. It's no secret that Texas has always had its own kind of music and its own kind of music business to go along with it. But even by the wide-open standards of the Lone Star State, the ongoing career and success of Aaron Watson are something else. With an uncanny knack for mixing great songs and unforgettable performances with good, old-fashioned business savvy, Watson has grown – night-by-night, fan-by-fan, album-by-album, one honky-tonk stage at a time – into an unstoppable force in Texas Music with his sights firmly set on the national stage. Check out his bio and tour schedule at aaronwatson.com

Blacktop GYPSY – “Too Far From Texas”
This is the first single from the new album “Whirlwind”. Produced by Lloyd Maines. Andie Kay Joyner and Heather Stalling (Wife of Max Stalling) had to experience life before they felt ready to write about it. When they met in the early 1990's, both were already accomplished musician/vocalists. Stalling was an award winning fiddler, Joyner was still a teenager, but had sung in front of thousands of people at countless performances. Each had grown up in musical families that exposed them to bluegrass, folk, and traditional country music. You can also see them on the new TV show “Troubadour Texas”.
Read more at blacktopgypsy.com

Tommy Alverson – “Broken Hearted People”
Arlington's Tommy Alverson should be the permanent face of the independent Texas country music movement. He embodies all the hallmarks of the sound,
and the mind-set. Alverson is Lone Star proud. He's artistically beholden to nobody but himself. He loves Americana music, that decidedly Texas blend of country, swing, Tex-Mex, Southern rock, folk and blues. He writes songs, but also has no qualms about recording good material from somebody else's pen. He's made a living playing music his way. More info at tommyalverson.com

Bart Crow – “Not Going Crazy”
This is the only studio cut on the new Live CD “Live from Brewster Street”. It is hard to decide which side of Bart Crow is the most entertaining, his music side or his self deprecating comedic side, which garners as much belly laughs as his music garners rave reviews and major radio airplay. Born and raised along the outreaches of Dallas in Maypearl, Texas, Crow grew up like millions of us…passionately in love with music. Find out more at bartcrow.com

Jamie Richards – “She’s As Cold As The Beer She’s Drinking”
Jamie Richards is not a man who fears the machine or cares what “they” think. With boldness, Jamie dares to go where most have drifted from: traditional, honest, downright real country music. With his third release, “Drive”, Jamie has come to a crossroads where his raw talent meets his maturity as a songwriter. These two forces have met and created a masterpiece of real country music. More info on one of todays best singer/songwriters at jamierichardsband.com

John Slaughter – “Stay For A While”
Born in Houston Texas raised on Country music! While playing in Texas, John’s talents gave him the opportunity to play in the Roger Creager Band. John played violin, mandolin, guitar and sang harmonies for Roger Creager for 4 years before stepping out on his own. John has also co-written two #1 songs on the Texas Music Charts, “I Love Being Lonesome” by Roger Creager and “Prey For Rain” by Cody Johnson. To see more about John visit johnslaughtermusic.com

Taylor Hodak – “My Chuck T’s”
The Taylor Hodak Band is a fusion a few young men’s passion for heartland music and rock and roll attitudes. Their eclectic musical backgrounds combined with a cocky enthusiasm create a driving and addictive musical experience. Taylor’s passion for music and performance began as a child while he played with his father’s old guitar. Growing up in Ennis, Texas, Taylor developed his style and honed his skills as a drummer playing with garage bands and “touring” to friends’ parties. As his musical style matured Taylor took every opportunity to play with anyone he could; while teaching himself to play guitar and developing a vocal deliver rooted in his rhythmic background, he soon found his calling at the front of the stage. More on Taylor at hodakband.com

Chris Allbright – “Talk To The Blues”
The Chris Allbright Band or more commonly known as C.A.B. is a driving force coming straight out of the heart of Texas! The band was originally formed in late spring 2008 outside of Robinson, Texas but in working out a few kinks and tying up some loose ends the guys have started a new show all together with continued writing and hours of constant practice. Make a show as soon as you can cuz this is what these guys do and love and they'll make you love every minute just as much! Check out more at chrisallbright.com