Rockin Robbie Hodges
Thursday August 8th, 2024
Tickets: $10.00 | Purchased at the Gate the Day of the Show
Wait, does that name sound familiar? It should. Robbie Hodges has become one of the guys of the Post Stampede Rodeo. In 2023, Robbie joined the rodeo as the Rodeo Clown and Barrel Man
Robbie Hodges, a barrelman at the 2010 National Finals Rodeo, has expanded his talent outside the rodeo arena into the music industry.
Hodges’ latest endeavor has him singing vocals on the song “Rodeo in the Rain,” with the band the Durangos.
Hodges, who has been a barrelman in the PRCA since 2005, teamed up with guitarist Bruce Smith of The Georgia Satellites and Jimmy Ginn of the Ginn Music Group for the release of their first single.
The single is now available on Apple Music, iTunes, Spotify, and others.
“This is my second single and I have been piddling with the guitar for 10 to 15 years,” Hodges said. “I met Bruce on a Lynyrd Skynyrd Tour on a cruise we went on. We have been best friends ever since. Bruce does every piece of this (new song) except for the drums and the vocals. I very much enjoy doing this. I’m 54 years old and I have been working the barrel almost every day of my life. I’m not wanting to retire. I just wanted something fun to do.
“I’m really proud of this (song, Rodeo in the Rain). It is a toe tapper.”
Jody Nix
Friday August 9th, 2024
Jody Nix, a well established artist in the great State of Texas gives Glory and Thanks to God for the talent, and the ability to use it to play music that he dearly loves. A true Traditional Country Music and Western Swing artist, he has been in the business 61 years. He has played dances and shows all over Texas and parts of the southwest. He leads one of the finest dance bands in Texas, they fill the floor on every song.
Jody “grew up” in music, started playing drums in his Father Hoyle Nix’s band at age 8 in 1960 playing 5 nights a week all over West Texas. Jody started playing the fiddle at age 11, started singing at age 16, recorded with Bob Wills at age 21 on the 1973 “Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys For The Last Time” as a guest artist and sang 3 songs. In 1975 from the National Cowboy Hall Of Fame in Oklahoma City he was given a Western Heritage Wrangler Award for an outstanding contribution to western music through the album Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys For The Last Time and it was presented to him by Gene Autry.
Jody Nix has an extensive record. He played with Asleep At The Wheel, set attendance records at TCR rodeo dances, and performed at various symphony orchestras and festivals. Jody and the Texas Cowboys have worked with popular country singers and played at multiple events, such as the Black Tie and Boots Ball for President George H. W. Bush. They were also inducted into the Texas Western Swing Hall Of Fame and received several honors. Jody Nix and his band perform for about 100-115 dates a year.
Ross Cooper
Saturday August 10th, 2024
Ross Cooper’s personal story unfolds against the backdrop of Lubbock, Texas, a city brimming with audacious bravery, heartbreaking despair, and resounding notes of hope and adventure. Navigating the delicate balance between his love for horses and the magnetic pull of music, Cooper developed an alternative Western songwriting style influenced by lone star legends like Robert Earl Keen and Joe Ely. His songs embody the soul of Lubbock, intertwining heartfelt lyrics with the vast open spaces of the Lone Star State, capturing the enigmatic charm of a city that both embraces and challenges its dreamers. Crafted during the final stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lightning Heart became a cathartic expression of resilience and creative exploration. Originally intended as an acoustic project, the album took on a life of its own, surpassing all expectations and transforming into an entirely different work.
Each song became a testament to Cooper’s growth, expanding his sonic palette and embracing new musical directions. This album represents a profound personal and artistic evolution for Cooper, reflecting his journey from self-doubt to authenticity and personal triumph.
Lightning Heart showcases Ross Cooper’s ability to blend alternative musical textures with the timeless allure of Western themes. It is a testament to his artistic integrity, delivering an authentic and resonant musical experience. With heartfelt storytelling and a renewed creative spirit, this album represents Cooper’s transformation, depth of expression, and the positive impact it has had on his overall well-being.
