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It's National Radio Day!

National Radio Day is celebrated on 8/20 world wide to recognize radio's invention as a major form of mass media. The day celebrates all that formats, news and information that radio carries.

It is said that the date was chosen to honor the first broadcast by Detroit radio station 8MK (now WWJ) in 1920 even though this was not the first station to broadcast in the US.

Texas Music Daily salutes radio and thanks you for your continued dedication to Texas Music and the artists. Thank you to those who submitted photos below.

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🎂 AARON WATSON SEZ LET THEM EAT CAKE‼️🍰

🥳 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY TO THE HONKY TONK KID AARON WATSON, WHOSE BRAND NEW SINGLE “HIT THE HAY RUNNIN’” IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE AT TEXAS RADIO‼️🎉

🎸🎟️ Buy tickets to his next Texas concert NOW and celebrate his birthday this Saturday 8/24 at the world famous @BillyBobsTexas in Fort Worth and AW will let you eat his birthday cake with him‼️

👉 We’re not making this up…Aaron wants to eat birthday cake with you at his concert this Saturday‼️ We know you’re having a hard time believing us but his social reels provide all of the real information…really‼️

📸: @AaronWatsonMusic

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🔥 WHAT’S HOT IN TEXAS MUSIC…DAILY‼️

🎥 NASH FROM THE TEXAS KNOCKOUT 105-7 IN BEEVILLE, TEXAS HOOKS YOU UP WITH THE DETAILS‼️🎙️

🎸 Matt Castillo, David Adam Byrnes & James Lann all played full band concerts on separate days & killed it overseas in France this weekend taking Texas Music to the people‼️ 🇫🇷

🎙️ Happy National Radio Day to everyone in, on and around the radio who keeps us entertained in the Texas Music world‼️

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🔥 TEXAS MUSIC ARTIST JAMES LANN TAKES TEJAS OVERSEAS TO SWITZERLAND, FRANCE & GERMANY ON HIS EUROPEAN TOUR‼️🇨🇭🇫🇷🇩🇪

🎟️ From James Lann: “Had a blast at Country Festival Kandertal!! BIG thank you to our good buddy Beat Mühlemann, everyone else who works hard to put this festival together, and the folks who came out to see us!! We look forward to next time!!”🇨🇭

“3rd time we’ve been to Festival Equiblues and it is still one of my favorite festivals to play at!! Plus it’s always awesome to be able to come to Europe and catch up with old friends, and make some new ones!! As always, the crowd was a blast!! Thanks again, from the bottom of our texas hearts, for having us!! We’ll be seeing y’all again soon!!!” 🇫🇷

📸: @guillaumesamama Miriam Schneider @jameslannation

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🔥 VIV LA HONKYTONK 🇫🇷!! 🥾

🎸 TEXAS MUSIC ARTIST DAVID ADAM BYRNES TAKES TEJAS OVERSEAS TO THE EQUIBLUES WESTERN FESTIVAL IN FRANCE‼️🤠

From David Adam Byrnes: “Absolutely one of the most memorable days of my life and so many new friends halfway across the world. Can’t wait to do it again France!”

📸: @DavidAdamByrnes

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🔥 Viv La HONKYTONK 🇫🇷!! 🥾

🎸 TEXAS MUSIC ARTIST MATT CASTILLO TAKES TEJAS OVERSEAS TO THE EQUIBLUES WESTERN FESTIVAL IN FRANCE‼️🤠

From @MattCastillo: I can’t believe I get to call this my job. To make memories like this, I’m still pinching myself that I brought my country to France!

📸: @MattCastilloMusic

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MAKE YOUR ACTING DEBUT WITH LAINEY WILSON IN “YELLOWSTONE” AND GET PAID FOR IT‼️

🎥 “Yellowstone” is filming scenes with Lainey Wilson in the Fort Worth Stockyards on Tuesday 9/3, according to the Fort Worth Telegram, and we think there should be a Texas Music radio on air personality in the show‼️

📸: @yellowstone @fortworthstockyards @startelegram

🎞️ Taylor Sheridan’s “Yellowstone” will film scenes in Fort Worth next month. The Paramount Network series is coming to Cowtown on Sept. 3 to film a concert scene featuring Lainey Wilson’s character. Wilson, who is a real-life country singer, starred as Abby, a musician, on the fifth season of “Yellowstone”. Extras are needed for the Fort Worth concert scene, and “Yellowstone” is paying. The online casting call is open to men and women of all ethnicities and aged 18 years or older, according to a “Yellowstone” casting director. The rate is $110 for 10 hours of work, with overtime pay possible. Applicants can apply online by emailing yellowstoneextrasmontana@gmail.com (add “DFW” to the subject line) with the following details: Two current individual photos (no family photos) Name Age Weight Height Clothing sizes Phone number Vehicle year, make, model, color and current state/city lived in The “Yellowstone” scenes filmed in Fort Worth will be part of the show’s final season, which is set to premiere on Nov. 10. Fort Worth is no stranger to housing film crews for Sheridan-created shows. “Yellowstone” prequel “1883” filmed scenes in the Stockyards back in 2021. The Billy Bob Thornton fronted “Landman” filmed a majority of its scenes in and around Fort Worth this spring. Production is ongoing in Fort Worth on the second season of Sheridan’s “Lioness,” which stars Zoe Saldana, Nicole Kidman, and Morgan Freeman. “Yellowstone” premieres its final season on Nov. 10.

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Wyatt Flores: Oklahoma’s Rising Country Star Dominates Charts and Stages, Secures Spot as 2024’s Must-Watch Artist

Oklahoma Red Dirt: Singer songwriter Wyatt Flores hails from Oklahoma and has amassed a huge following on socials and in concert. He sprinted into the scene and hasn't slowed down. He was named Spotify's 2024's Hot Country Artist to Watch, Amazon's Breakthrough Artist to Watch, CMT's Listen Up Class of 2024, and is on the watch list for many major publications. Wyatt is selling out venues all over the country. He has already debuted on the Grand Ole Opry, toured the UK, and will play the legendary Cain's Ballroom for a two-night stint on New Year's Eve. He's also playing the Ryman in Nashville this December and is on a slew of upcoming festivals. His social media has exploded and his debut Texas single "Milwaukee" hit number one on the Texas charts and remained at number one for three weeks. Wyatt will have new music in a few weeks.

Upcoming Texas Dates: 9/7 El Paso, TX, 9/12 Stephenville, TX (Sold Out), 9/13 Nacogdoches, TX (Sold Out), 9/14 Anahuac, TX

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Labor Day: Start your Labor Day out with a bang w/ Cody Canada and Bri Bagwell at the beautiful Palmilla Beach Resort in Port Aransas, TX August 31st. Tickets are selling fast so get yours now: 2024 Palmilla Beach Labor Day Weekend Concert | Buy Tickets | Ticketbud

Join us for an exciting night of live music, refreshing drinks, and unforgettable fun! Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with Cody Canada and Bri Bagwell at the Palmilla Beach Resort & Golf Community as part of their 2024 Summer Concert Series. The event kicks off at 6:30 PM on August 31st. Be sure to grab your tickets before they're gone! Bri Bagwell will take the stage at 7 PM, followed by headliner Cody Canada at 9 PM.

Stars Over Texas: Stars of Texas Music Festival October 4-6: Wade Bowen will be performing in this year's line-up. Tickets are ON SALE NOW including Early Bird Pricing for General Admission, Reserved Access, and Super VIP tickets for this 3-day event.

Since its inception in 2021, the Stars of Texas Music Festival has rapidly grown into a not-to-be-missed event, capturing the heart of Texas culture. Nestled in the iconic Texas Motorplex, it's more than a festival; it's a vibrant celebration of music, community, and unforgettable experiences. More information HERE.

Happily Ever After: More details and pictures have emerged from Olivia’s Harms wedding earlier this month. Olivia and her new hubby Russ tied the knot in Canby, Oregon. Since Olivia and her family have been around the Western scene forever, many ranch and rodeo friends were on hand. And why would you hire a band when you sing for a living? Olivia and her Western Swing and Cowgirl Hall Of Fame mother Joni Harms and the band entertained the crowd during the big reception. Olivia Harms Instagram

Courtesy of JB Cloud/Red Dirt Proud.

Upcoming Album Releases

8/20/24

Aaron Watson

Horse Named Texas

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8/23/24

Randy Rogers Band

20th Anniversary Edition Rollercoaster

Billie Jo Jones

Some Girls Don't Cry

Ryder Grimes

Echos of the Dial, the EP

8/30/24

Sunny Sweeney

Still Provoked

9/6/24

George Strait

Cowboys and Dreamers

Kate Watson

Red Blooded American

9/12/24

Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors

Strangers No More, Vol. 2

9/13/24

Miranda Lambert

Postcards from Texas

Reckless Kelly

The Last Frontier

9/20/24

Chase Rice

Go Down Singin'

Midland

Barely Blue

September Moon

Carry On

🎙️INDUSTRY JOBS AVAILABLE 🎙️

*KFWR/Fort Worth, TX* (LKCM) is recruiting for a future opening for a full-time on-air host. Candidates must have a desire to be involved in the local community, understand Texas country, Red Dirt and Americana, and the ability to connect with fans on-air and in person. Email cover letter, résumé and aircheck to PD Shayne Hollinger at jobs@theranchradio.com

*KKAJ/Ardmore, OK* (Stephens Media) is seeking a morning host. The company says, "This is a tremendous opportunity with a strong cluster that dominates the market in sales, promotions and on-air. KKAJ is a heritage country station with a little red-dirt heritage for flavor." Send resume, aircheck and references to SVP/Programming Bob Thornton at bob.thornton@smgnational.com

*KICM/Ardmore, OK* (Keystone) is seeking an Operations Manager (OM) who will work directly with the owners and the sales team, and oversee all aspects of the station’s programming. Please contact keystonebroadcastingok@gmail.com

*JAM BROADCASTING/Kerrville, TX is looking for a Rockstar Account Executive. TAB's Radio Station of the Year is on the hunt for a charismatic, go-getter Account Executive. Send your resume and cover letter to Toby at Jam Broadcasting Toby.JAMBroadcasting@gmail.com

*KMYY/Monroe, LA* (Stephens Media) is seeking a radio host and programmer to oversee its four-station cluster in the market, and likely co-host an AC morning show. Send résumé, aircheck and references to SVP/Programming Bob Thornton at bob.thornton@smgnational.com

*Artist, Hayden Haddock is ISO BASS PLAYERS. Artist Hayden Haddock is in search of a bass player to start on the road with the band in September. Professional experience is required. If interested please email Hayden@haydenhaddock.com

National Radio Day Radio Pics

Texas Radio Hall of Famer John Rody from KZEW/Dallas interviewing Our Texas Hero Willie Nelson in the late 1970’s.

COJO Heads Home as Superstar Cody Johnson hangs out backstage with (MD/Afternoons) Nick Russo at 100.3 The Bull (KILT) & Texas Country KIKK/Houston, TX.

Superstar Cody Jinks makes his point with (PD) Shayne Hollinger at 95.9 The Ranch KFWR/Fort Worth, TX.

Jim Nash (PD/Mornings) Texas Knockout KTKO 105.7/Beeville, TX

Chuck Taylor in studio Mornings at KHYI 95.3 The Range/Allen, TX

Photo on the Left: *J. B. Cloud on air at KBST/Big Spring, TX in 1995

Photo on the Right: *Kevin Fowler chokes out J.B. Cloud

Texas Association of Broadcasters (TAB) Handed Out the Station of the Year Award This Summer to Jam Broadcasting! Texas Country 99.1 The Buck KZAH/Kerrville, TX’s Owner Justin McClure interviews Mitch Rossell in studio before Mitch sings his debut Texas #1 single “Texas Hold ‘em”.