Blacktop Mojo w/ Seven Year Witch & The Lucky Bastards live at Stockyard
Formed in late 2012 by vocalist Matt James and drummer Nathan Gillis in the small East Texas town of Palestine, Blacktop Mojo’s fiery blend of sludgy grooves, classic rock guitar riffs, and southern metal shredding falls somewhere between Soundgarden, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and ZZ Top to form a sound deemed by some as “Texas Grunge”. The music draws on a multitude of genres and styles to form a hodgepodge of dirty, heavy rock and roll mixed with sensual and at times even, carnal blues. After their debut album “I Am” in 2014, The band spent a few years cutting their teeth in dive bars, dancehalls, and honky tonks around Texas. In 2017, during the recording of their sophomore record “Burn The Ships” the guys quit their day jobs, moving into a small house together in Palestine, TX. The house created an unbreakable fellowship between the band and a culture of constant creativity. Since then, the band has kept a relentless touring and recording schedule, with multiple songs reaching the top 40 on both the Media base and Billboard Rock Charts, no small feat for an independent artist. The band continues to grow the old-fashioned way by hitting the road, sweating it out on stage, and growing slowly, but surely, by word of mouth. “When you come see us,” says lead singer Matt James, “You’re seeing rock and roll the way it used to be. A group of people on stage playing their instruments right in front of your face. No laptops, no backing tracks. What you see is what you get.” Must be 21–with valid ID
Flaw live at Stockyard
Chris Volz — Vocals Rob Buttorff — Guitar Joshua Skellet — Bass James Kyle Adkins — Drums Ask anyone who has ever been in a band, and they’ll tell you. Being in a band is hard. Making it work for 20 years? That is really, really hard. That has certainly been the case for the once Louisville, KY-based metal band FLAW. The band has seen multiple line-up changes over the years, however the core of Chris Volz’s vocals has remained as the creative driving force and is poised to re-emerge on the strength of their finest set of recordings to date. The band has signed a deal with Pavement Entertainment, and they released Divided We Fall on August 19, 2016. FLAW’s most recent heavy hitting album, Vol IV: Because Of The Brave, was released July 19, 2019. FLAW’s story began with the independent release of home-grown albums American Arrogance (1996), Flaw (1998) and Drama (2000). It was the songs on these recordings that garnered the attention of Universal Republic Records, who signed the band and released the break-through album Through The Eyes in 2001. The offering topped the Billboard “Heatseekers” chart, largely fueled by the singles “Payback” and “Whole.” The band then followed-up with an album entitled Endangered Species via Republic in 2004, but soon thereafter the band went through personnel changes and ended their relationship with the label. Volz stayed creative, releasing a critically acclaimed solo record, and also touring aggressively with the band Five.Bolt.Main. The band’s tumultuous relationship with themselves, and their label, were reflected in their songs. It was the life and energy captured in these songs that propelled the band forward. It was always FLAW fans’ connection to their songs that carried the band on. “We would not be where we are today without our hardcore fans,” says Volz. “The Flaw Family is the backbone of everything we do, and we cannot wait to get out and tour in support of this new record”. FLAW is a band that is re-emerging on the strength of renewed focus and energy, and that energy is captured on the lead single from “Divided We Fall”, a song called “Live and Breathe” that is a vessel of raw human experience and emotion. Just days before the release of FLAW’s most recent album VOL IV: Because Of The Brave, FLAW filmed on the Stephen Colbert Show in NYC, in a skit video supporting their first single “Conquer This Climb.” FLAW can accomplish great things, and their fans are Must be 21–with valid ID
Trey Lewis w/ special guest Addison Simmons live at Stockyard
With a pair of homegrown hits and plenty more in the tank, Sony Music Publishing singer/songwriter Trey Lewis has emerged as the straight-talking, salt-of-the-earth hero country music fans crave. Known for breaking the genre’s unspoken rules, the Birmingham, Alabama native has spent the last 12 years honing a gritty blend of contemporary country and Southern rock, turning his call-it-like-I-see-it attitude into songs. Lewis first broke through in 2020 with his PLATINUM-certified viral hit “Dicked Down In Dallas,” an unapologetic cheating anthem that climbed to No. 1 on iTunes, amassed over 500 million streams to date and made him a nationwide force. Pairing country horsepower with refreshing honesty and a troubadour’s wit, his unfiltered approach runs throughout a catalog of bold, humorous songs built for pure enjoyment – music that resonates because it doesn’t pretend to be anything it’s not. With every release, Lewis proves country music could use more fearless storytellers who know how to have a good time without taking themselves too seriously. Keeping his foot on the gas, the rising star maintains a stacked tour schedule while preparing more new music. For the latest information and more, visit TreyLewisMusic.com. Must be 18–with valid ID — $10 upcharge for anyone 18-20 years old
Smile Empty Soul live at Stockyard
SMILEEMPTYSOULisahardrockbandthatoriginatedinLosAngeles,CAinthelate1990’sandhasstayedtruetotheirbrandof”nobullshit”,”realasitgets”hardrocktothisday.Thebandsignedamajorlabelrecorddealin2003toreleasetheirself-titleddebutalbuminMayofthatyear.Theyrealizedhugesuccessatalternativeradio,rockradio,andthemusicvideochannelsthathavesincefallenbythewaysideorturnedintorealityshownetworks.After3verysuccessfulsingles/videosandagoldrecordfromthedebutrelease,thebandranintotroublewiththeirrecordcompany(whichwasinthemidstofturmoilatthetoplevels)andfoundthemselvesworkingextrahardinthetrenches,andsignedtoindielabelsornolabelatallfromthemon.ThiswouldbecomeSMILEEMPTYSOUL’sdestiny,astheyhavegoneontoreleasemanymorealbumsandEP’sonvariouslabels,aswellastheirowncompany“smileemptymusicinc”.Thebandjustreleasedtheir9thfulllengthrecord“BlackPilled”onOctober12thof2021completelyontheirown.“Smile”hasbecomeknownforitsconstanttouringandneverwaveringhonestsound/lyrics.They’veneverchangedforanybody,andturneddownmanyopportunitiesto”sellout”becauseit’snotwhotheyare.Withacalendarfulloftourdates,anewalbum,andjustasmuchdriveastheyhadstartingout20yearsago,thisbandlookstocontinuetobuildonthelegacythey’vecreatedasoneofthehardestworking,andmostunderratedbandsinrockandroll Must be 21–with valid ID
ZZ Top Notch- A Tribute to ZZ Top live at Stockyard
ZZ Top Notch is a tribute band that pays homage to “that little ol’ band fromTexas” giving the audience the flavor and feel of a ZZ Top Show. Fromengaging and entertaining the crowd to playing the hits, ZZ Top Notch willbring you the show you’ve come to know and enjoy. Must be 21+ –with valid ID
Sickman-The Ultimate Alice in Chains Tribute live at Stockyard
SICKMAN the Ultimate Alice in Chains tribute is the southeast’s most accurate homage to the dark melodies and iconic harmonies of one of the pioneers of the 90’s grunge movement, Seattle’s own ALICE IN CHAINS. Since the band’s inception in 2006, SICKMAN has played hundreds of shows from the Carolina’s to Tennessee and West Virginia, currently celebrating their 20th year of existence on the local tribute scene. Hailing from their homebase of Charlotte, NC the four piece consists of Randall Sehvan Hargrove (guitar/ vocals), Monte Anderson (guitar/ vocals), David Littell (bass) and Gary Knight (drums), four experienced musicians you deliver a sound nearly as close as the actual recordings themselves. The band covers the entire musical catalog of Alice in Chains music, to include not only the well known classics but also some rare B-sides and even some of the more current hits of the newly reformed Alice In Chains. If you have ever had the pleasure of seeing and experiencing Alice in Chains live, SICKMAN is a can’t miss performance you have to witness to believe and appreciate. MUST BE 21+
Demun Jones live at Stockyard
Every corner of the country tells its own story as part of the larger American experience. Nestledin the heart of Georgia, occupying approximately 395 sq. miles lies Jones County, the placeDemun Jones proudly calls home. Demun is a rapper, singer, songwriter and independent artistwhose music is infused with rustic instrumentals, hip-hop fundamentals and exceptional lyricism.“I found my individuality by rapping over the acoustic guitar,” he notes. “I didn’t even mean for itto be unique, it was just, me. I grew up surrounded by hayfields listening to N.W.A. and OzzyOsbourne. If you throw that in a blender, Demun Jones is what you get. Once I’d lived a bit, losta bit, won some, and experienced my fair share, I could tell my own story. I’d never been toCompton, but I had an idea of what it was like from listening to West Coast rap. So, that inspiredme, ‘What if I write about living in Jones County in a creative way?’ I’m giving you countrystories told through the lens of rap music.”Demun grew up the third of six children, with two older brothers who first introduced him to themusic of Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix and AC/DC – who he experienced as hisfirst live concert. His mom would spin the classics of the Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Jim Croceand Jones County’s very own, Otis Redding. Demun recalls, “For as long as I can remember,there was always music in our home.” Must be 21–with valid ID
TRAPT Celebrating 25 Years w/ special guest Signal To Noiselive at Stockyard
Trapt is an American rock band that formed in Los Gatos, California in 1995, best known for their chart-topping 2002 single “Headstrong”. They have released seven studio albums to date: Amalgamation (1999), Trapt (2002), Someone in Control (2005), Only Through the Pain (2008), No Apologies (2010), Reborn (2013), and DNA (2016). Must be 21–with valid ID
Texas Hippie Coalition with special guest Below 7 live at Stockyard
Vocals-Big Dad RitchGuitar-Corban vincentGuitar-Nevada RomoBass-Rado RomoDrums-JoEY Mandigo Backyard barbeques, barroom brawls, tent revivals, and big rock festivals alike are suitable environments for the Red Dirt Metal of TEXAS HIPPIE COALITION, a band with a sound so devilishly electrifying that they had to come up with a new genre to describe it. BIG DAD RITCH captains this pirate ship of bikers, outlaws, troubadours, and hellraisers, welcoming all comers to the THC party with gregarious charisma and Southern charm. Across a half dozen albums, countless club gigs, and show stealing performances at Rockstar Mayhem, THC has spread the good word of big riffs, big hooks, and wild times. The new album by TEXAS HIPPIE COALITION looks to be another hard hitting album of great songs from beginning to end. Kicking off with “Hell Hounds” right out the gate THC proves this dog hunts. Others like “I come from the Dirt” & “Keep my name out your mouth” are straight up punches to the face. While “I Teach Angels how to Fly” & the title track the “Name Lives On” prove that there are many complex layers to this bands keep it rockin theory of music. While also adding everlasting songs like “Built for the Road” & the sure to be a sports anthem “BELIEVE” let you know immediately that the name THC will live on. Many often compare this band to many of the great southern rock & TEXAS bands that came before them, but they are proving to the world that THC is not just following in the footsteps, they are leaving giant footprints. Not only etching out a place for them in multi genre fields of music. They are creating there own genre. MUST BE 21+
Dallas Moore Band live at Stockyard
With a career spanning over 25 years and 18 albums, Moore has garnered the reverence of multiple generations who consider him to be the torchbearer for the Outlaw Country flame. Having toured with most all of the original architects of the Outlaw Country and Southern Rock movements respectively, Dallas Moore is the real deal. Turning their influence into inspiration and bridging the gap between the founding fathers of the genre and creating music for a new generation of Honky Tonk Heroes. Dallas Moore’s 18th album “Gems & Jams” was released on SOL Records in August, 2024. Must be 21–with valid ID