Heart of Texas Records

06/07/2024

Happy Birthday to Heart of Texas Recording Artist Justin Trevino! Justin is an accomplished musician, songwriter and record producer but his greatest gift is his voice! We are honored that he is a part of our Heart of Texas family! Happy Birthday Justin Trevino!
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05/07/2024

05/07/2024

LOW TICKET ALERT! Less than 50 seats remain for The Malpass Brothers show at the LLANO Country OPRY on July 13! Buy your tickets here: https://heartoftexascountry.ticketspice.com/llano-country-opry-the-malpass-brothers---july-2024 !

05/07/2024

A very nice 4 Star Review for Jody Nix’s new album “It’s About Time” in this month’s Country Music People Magazine from London, England!

Now available through all download services world wide. Physical copies of the cd can be purchased at https://hillbillyhits.com/shop/search?keyword=Jody+nix, www.jodynixmusuc.com, the Heart of Texas Country Music Museum in Brady, Texas or at a Jody Nix performance.

05/07/2024

FINALISTS FOR THE 2024 TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

Heart of Texas Recording Artists Jody Nix and Landon Dodd among the top five finalists.

The Texas Country Music Association announced
today the Top 5 Finalists in 22 of the 28 categories for the 2024 Texas Country Music Awards as a result of nominations that were placed between May 1 and June 15, 2024.

The 2024 TCMA Songwriter Contest's top 10 Finalists in the Country and Christian
Country categories will be announced by September 15.

Final Round Voting begins July 1 and ends August 15 at midnight on the TCMA website at www.texascountrymusic.org. The winners will be announced at the 2024 Texas Country Music Awards which will take place on Sunday, November 10th in the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards at the World’s Largest H***y Tonk, Billy Bob’s Texas. Many top
industry professionals and artists will be on hand to announce the winners and present the Awards to the recipients.

The 2024 Texas Country Music Awards is brought to you by sponsors Stockyards Heritage Development Co., Hotel Drover, Cowtown Coliseum, Stockyards Hotel, Hyatt Place, Mule Alley, and Stockyards Station, along with Pendleton Whisky and Classic
Chevrolet, and is presented by Texas Country Music Association. The local Fort Worth area media sponsor for 2023 is 95.9 KFWR The Ranch.

The Awards ceremony will be hosted once again by TCMA Spokesperson and Texas Country Artist, Brandon Rhyder, who will also perform at the event. Co-hosting the Awards ceremony is Erin Wilde, an on-air personality with KTFW 92.1 Hank FM.

There will be performances by not only Brandon Rhyder but also The Great Divide, Will
Carter Band, Larry Joe Taylor, Ryder Grimes, and others, including the 5 finalists for the Emerging Artist of the Year Award.

In addition to performing, Jason Boland will be receiving the prestigious 2024 TCMA
Trailblazer Award and also celebrating 25 years in the industry.

“Texas is so blessed to have such spectacular talent,” says Linda Wilson, President, and Founder of the Texas Country Music Association. “There were literally thousands of nominees – each one gifted and unique -- and we at TCMA are very honored to be able to work on ALL their behalf on an ongoing basis.”

The Texas Country Music Awards is the only trade organization and primary advocate for
the Texas Country Music Industry and has been recognized as the only one of its kind by
the State of Texas. The Texas Country Music Association is by far the largest and most
influential and energizing organization for Texas Country Music.

“We work daily and diligently on behalf of everyone in the industry through the many established ongoing
programs we’ve developed and have more on the horizon. The Texas Country Music Awards is a blast – like a huge family reunion, and you do not want to miss it! This year is truly special because not only are we presenting the awards and getting to hear some
great performers, but we’re also fortunate to be able to celebrate Jason Boland’s mile marker of 25 years in the industry.” says Wilson.

Tickets to the 2024 Texas Country Music Awards will go on sale on July 5 and are available at www.billybobstexas.com or through a link on www.texascountrymusic.org.

TCMA Executive Vice President, Richard Wilson states, “The Texas Country Music Awards
gets bigger and better every year. Last year’s Awards at Billy Bob’s were off the chain, and every year we wonder how we’ll top it but somehow we do thanks to all the industry support and our TCMA Members, Ambassadors, Volunteers, and Sponsors. Everyone I’ve talked to is excited to get together again on November 10.”

In addition to the 2024 Texas Country Music Awards on November 10th, Stockyards Heritage Development hosts TCMA’s “Texas Country Music Weekend” in the Stockyards beginning Friday, November 8 with the Texas Country Music Showcase acoustic performances from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, followed by a free concert with 3-time Grammy-
winning Tejano and Texas Country Artist, Sunny Sauceda. Saturday, November 9th the
Stockyards and TCMA present the Texas Country Music Showdown from 11:00am until 6:00pm. The Showdown is an 8-band event with performers competing for cash prizes offered by Stockyards Heritage, who also provide the judges. After the Showdown will be a Free Country Concert with Texas artist and former Emerging Artist Award winner,
Tanner Sparks Band. On Sunday, November 10th there will be a Free Christian Country Concert with multi-year Christian Country Artist of the Year Curtis Grimes along with Tiona Campbell and Morgan Ashley.

The Sunday event is at high noon. All Texas Country Music Weekend Events will take place on the main stage at the Stockyards Exchange building and are free to the public with the exception of the Texas
Country Music Awards show on Sunday, November 10, which begins at 2:00pm when Billy Bob’s opens the VIP entrance, and 2:30pm when they open their doors to the public.

In 2024, Texas Country Music Weekend drew 142,000 visitors to the Stockyards. Red Carpet interviews will begin at 2:00pm hosted by TCMA Vice President Kris Young, On-Air Personality and Operations Director at Texas Knockout 105.7 FM, Jim Nash, and Texas Toast Podcast host Helen Elshick.
The Texas Country Music Awards Executive Producer is TCMA Vice President Monty Dawson along with Executive Producer from Billy Bob’s, John Zaskoda. The Awards’ Executive Director for the 8th year is record producer Chad Mauldin.

TCMA Ambassador and Special Event Host, Brad Bowman will be on hand once again to
host the Awards’ Pre-Show at 5:00pm. Brad will present the Musician Awards and
introduce the Country and Christian Country Songwriter winners for a performance. The
official Awards Ceremony will begin at 6:00pm with an opening welcome, the National Anthem by the Chad Cooke Band, and a full band performance by the Will Carter Band.

The 2024 Texas Country Music Awards Finalists and their award categories are:

Entertainer Of The Year:
Chad Cooke Band
Jake Worthington
Kin Faux
Mike Ryan
The Great Divide

Female Artist of the Year:
Brandi Behlen
Jordan Rainer
Payton Howie
Sarah Hobbs
Summer Dean

Male Artist of the Year:
Braxton Keith
Grant Gilbert
Jake Worthington
Josh Ward
Mike Ryan

Country Band of the Year:
Chad Cooke Band
Kin Faux
Shane Smith & The Saints
Silverada
The Great Divide

Roots/Alternative Artist or Band of the Year
The Damn Quails
Johnny Falstaff
Teague Brothers Band
Treaty Oak Revival
Two Tons of Steel

Emerging Artist of the Year:
Billie Jo Jones
Bubba Westly
Chaser Crouch
Jack Nelson
Jordan Nix

Western Swing Artist or Band of the Year:
The Broken Spokes
Jake Blocker
Jake Ho**er & The Outsiders
Jody Nix
Landon Dodd & The Dancehall Drifters

Tejano Artist or Band of the Year:
Art Tigerina Band
Chente Barrera
Grupo Stampede
Jay Perez
Sunny Sauceda

Country Album Of The Year:
Cover Girl (Aaron Watson)
Cheaper Than The Truth (Kin Faux)
Kolton Moore - Self-Titled (Kolton Moore)
Ready or Not (Ryder Grimes)
Wandering Star (Flatland Cavalry)

Country Single of the Year:
8 Seconds At A Time (Ryder Grimes)
Had Me At Goodbye (Will Carter Band)
Infinite Line (The Great Divide)
Lesson I'll Never Learn (Sarah Hobbs)
Way It Goes (Mike Ryan)

Christian Country Artist of the Year:
Curtis Grimes
Crystal Yates
Pamela Mary
Tiona Campbell
Whitlee Casey

Young Artist (18 & Under):
Elle Townley
Logan Papp
Maggie Reese
Payton Riley
Ty Smith

Terrestrial Radio Station of the Year:
95.9 FM KFWR The Ranch, Ft. Worth
99.1 FM KNES Texas 99, Fairfield
99.7 FM KVST K-Star Country, Montgomery
100.9 FM KVMK Maverick, College Station
94.9 KOLI The Outlaw, Wichita Falls

Broadcast Personality Of The Year:
Buzz Russell - 99.1 FM KNES Texas 99 - Fairfield
Corliss – 100.9 FM KVMK Maverick – College Station
James Cook - 94.9 FM KOLI The Outlaw - Wichita Falls
Ryan Stone - 106.1 FM KTTX K-Tex Sounds Like Texas - Brenham
Shayne Hollinger – 95.9 FM KFWR The Ranch – Fort Worth

Internet Radio Station of the Year:
Real Texas Radio (Michael White, Owner)
Texas 46 (Bruce Schwartz, Owner)
Texas Red Hot Radio (Judith Merck, Owner)
TroubadourCountryRadio.com (Jim Alvarado, Owner)
UvaldeRadio.net (Robert Miguel, Owner)

Live Music Venue of the Year:
Coupland Dance Hall (Coupland)
Gruene Hall (Gruene)
John T Floore Country Store (Helotes)
Rhinestone Saloon (Fort Worth)
The Kenney Store (Kenney)

Bassist of the Year:
Andrew Carrell (Mickey & The Motorcars)
Jake Taylor (Trent Cowie)
Kelley Green (The Great Divide)
Kevin Pool (Chad Cooke Band)
Omar Oyoque (Silverada)

Drummer of the Year:
Avery Castro (Kin Faux)
Jaxon Ballard (Trent Cowie)
JJ Lester (The Great Divide)
Keith Reber (Jaret Ray Reddick)
Mike Neyra (Chad Cooke Band)

Fiddler of the Year:
Ben McPherson (Multi)
Brady Black (Randy Rogers Band)
Clayton Bankston (Casey Donahew Band)
Rico Gonzales (Kin Faux)
Scotty Alexander (Scotty Alexander)

Guitarist of the Year:
Dallas McGilberry (Chad Cooke Band)
Hayden Baker (Hayden Baker
Jakey Black (Kin Faux)
Roy Hudson (Ghosts of Hill Country)
Ryan Igler (Trent Cowie)

Keyboard/Pianist of the Year:
Allen Huff (Roger Creager)
Bryce Conway (The Great Divide)
John Wilson (Jon Stork)
Todd Stewart (Randy Rogers Band)
Travis Bishop (Neal McCoy)

Steel Guitarist of the Year:
Adam Goodale (Jake Worthington)
Danny Crelin (Matt Hillyer)
Scott Jenkins (Jamie Richards Band)
Wyatt Wilson (Josh Ward)
Zachary Moulton (Silverada)

2024 TCMA Trailblazer Award
Jason Boland

2024 TCMA Moe Bandy Icon Award
Larry Joe Taylor

To place your Votes for the 2024 Texas Country Music Awards beginning July 1, go to
www.texascountrymusic.org and click on the voting link. Voters do not need to be a
member of the Texas Country Music Association to vote; however, TCMA Members’ votes
are doubled.

The Texas Country Music Association’s mission is to promote and enhance the Texas Country Music industry, its artists, musicians, songwriters, venues, media, businesses,and all those who touch the industry and make it all happen. “We have already
implemented many huge projects including the only Texas-based digitally monitored airplay chart, the Texas Country Music Chart at www.texascountrymusicchart.com, along
with Texas Country Music Magazine’s digital version at www.texascountrymusicmagazine.com, and Texas Country Network online and ROKU,
FireTV and AppleTV Channels at www.texascountrynetwork.com. TCMA has many more
projects on the horizon for 2025, including TCMA Fest and others that will be announced
later,” says Linda Wilson.
More information about the TCMA, its purpose, plans, membership, and goals as well as
Sponsorships and Souvenir Program advertising opportunities for the 2024 Texas
Country Music Awards is available at www.texascountrymusic.org. TCMA Members
receive special promotions, advance notice of everything TCMA many other benefits and
advantages throughout the year.

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03/07/2024

Tickets are now on sale for the first round of taping to The Malpass Brothers Show Season Two in the historic Ft. Worth Stockyards in Ft. Worth, Texas. Guests will soon be announced, but you can buy your tickets here: https://heartoftexascountry.ticketspice.com/the-malpass-brothers-tv-show-season-two

Tickets are $50 per day or $100 for all three days. For those in Central Texas, we will be taking a bus from Llano, Texas and Brady, Texas. Call our office at 325-597-1895 to get on the bus list or email [email protected] .

02/07/2024

Country Music Hall of Fame and The Oak Ridge Boys member William Lee Golden’s son, William ‘Rusty’ Golden, passed away July 1, 2024 at the age of 65 at his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee.

“This is the hardest thing ever for a father to have to face. I love my family more than anything. Rusty was a great musician, a talented songwriter, and a wonderful son. We appreciate your thoughts and prayers for the days ahead. I love you, son.” - William Lee Golden

Rusty was born January 3, 1959, in Brewton, Alabama, as the eldest son of William and Frogene Golden. His given name was William Lee Golden, Jr., named after his father, but his family began calling him "Rusty" shortly after his birth.

Music was a constant presence in the Golden household, with both of Rusty's parents coming from musical families where singing and playing instruments were encouraged. Unsurprisingly, Rusty began showing his musical talent at a young age. By the time he was in 6th grade, around age 12, he was already proficiently playing drums. At the age of 13, he started playing drums professionally for The Rambos, featuring the legendary songwriter, Dottie Rambo.

Rusty's songwriting career was influenced by his grandmother and great-grandfather's love of poetry. His paternal grandmother was a prolific poet, with her work often published in the town's newspaper. Growing up, Rusty understood the connection between words and music. As a youngster, he composed his first song by setting his grandmother's poetry to music.

His whole musical life took a turn when he attended an Elton John concert in 1972. After this show, Rusty turned the drumsticks over to his brother Chris and started learning how to play the piano. At 17, he started touring playing keys with Larry Gatlin. He eventually played on several studio recordings including Larry Gatlin’s “Love Is Just A Game,” Marty Stuart’s “Pilgrim” and countless others.

By age 20 he was recording at Quadraphonic Studios in Nashville for ABC Records. Shortly after, he helped form The Boys Band. Within two years, the group was recording their debut album for Elektra/Asylum Records at CARIBOU RANCH in Nederland, Colorado. The album yielded the single, “Runner” which was the first music video for MTV produced in Nashville in 1982, and “Please Don’t Stop Me Baby,” which landed in Billboard’s Hot 100. The group disbanded in 1984.

In 1984, Rusty received an RIAA Gold Record for his songwriting contributions on The Oak Ridge Boys’ ‘Bobbie Sue’ album as well as the legendary Barry White. This recognition encouraged Rusty to begin writing songs with Marc Speer.

In 1985, Rusty and Marc Speer founded the group Golden Speer, which included Rusty's brother Chris Golden on lead vocals. Although their album was never released under Golden Speer, the label changed directions in 1986, leading Rusty and Chris to record under the name, The Goldens, releasing two singles as a newly formed duo. They moved to Capitol/SBK Records and released the album Rush for Gold in 1990. This critically acclaimed album produced three charting singles and videos: “Take Me Back to The Country,” “Keep The Faith,” and “Long Gone.”

Rusty had a ‘change of heart’ after a quadruple bypass and devoted his writing back to his gospel roots. That change garnered him several #1 Southern Gospel songs, and two Song of the Year awards for “What Salvation’s Done for Me” by The Booth Brothers, and “I Want to Thank You” by Karen Peck & New River.
In March of 2020, Rusty and Chris, along with William Lee began working on a vision for a family band called William Lee Golden and The Goldens. They recorded and released 34 songs from 2020 to 2021 and were joined by brother Craig, nieces Elizabeth and Rebekah and nephew Elijah making the group a true three-generation family band. They traveled the country performing songs from their most recent three albums—Country Roads: Vintage Country Classics, Old Country Church Gospel and Southern Accents: Pop & Country Rock. The family performed together several times on the world-famous Grand Ole Opry. In 2023, Rusty stepped on the Opry stage solo to be recognized for his individual gifts as a musician when he was awarded Keyboard Player of The Year by the Josie Music Awards.

In addition to his lengthy list of accolades as a songwriter and musician, Rusty Golden will be remembered as a charismatic entertainer, who could hold an audience in the palm of his hand with his energetic live performances. Throughout his life, he always had a tremendous connection with audiences whether he was on the Opry stage or in recent years performing regular gigs in Bahrain, where he earned a reputation as a riveting performer whose talents transcended any borders. But most of all, Rusty will be remembered as one of those Nashville cats everyone wanted to play music with, co-write a song, or just hang out. Rusty could always be counted on to elevate any experience with his talent, wit, and charm.

Rusty Golden is preceded in death by his mother Frogene Normand, grandparents Luke & Rutha Mae Golden, and Elliot & Estelle Normand. He is survived by his father William Lee Golden (Simone), and brothers Craig Golden, Chris Golden (Marie), and Solomon Golden, along with many nieces, nephews, other extended family members, close friends, and fans.

Funeral/memorial details are pending and will be made available at williamleegoldenandthegoldens.com and their page: facebook.com/WLGandTheGoldens

02/07/2024

The Award Winning Malpass Brothers will be appearing at the Lantex Theater in Llano, Texas, on Saturday, July 13 with a performance at 2:30PM. They will also be in concert at the Texas Theater in Seguin, Texas, on Sunday, July 14 with an afternoon show at 2:00PM and an evening show at 5:00PM. Tickets range in price from $20 for general admission to $30 and $35 for reserved VIP seating are available at www.heartoftexascountry.com.

Their new television show on RFD TV has already received rave reviews. The show is seen several times throughout the week on RFD and features the Malpass Brothers Band as well as a special guest each week filmed in the historic Ft. Worth Stockyards.

As young boys, Christopher and Taylor Malpass soaked up the music of their granddad’s phonograph records. Christopher earned his first talent show trophy at age 7, and Taylor was playing mandolin by the time he was 10. Today, they promote the work and music of classic country artists they treasure while creating new music and making their own mark in the lineage of a rich American cultural heritage.

With sincerity, honesty and an utter ease on stage that belies their years, their smooth vocal blend and skillful musicianship layer infectiously into the deep respect they pay to legends who have paved the way. Add the funny, off-the-cuff quips between the two 20-something siblings, and the engaging concert becomes a magnetic time-traveling journey to when a calmer rhythm reigned supreme.

The Malpass Brothers toured with the late Don Helms, former steel guitarist for Hank Williams, opened for music legend Merle Haggard on multiple tours and appeared on stages from the Shetland Islands to Ryman Auditorium to Merlefest. Gifted musicians and songwriters, the brothers have shared billing with artists including Ray Price, Willie Nelson, Doyle Lawson, Rhonda Vincent, Marty Stuart, Doc Watson and more. The title cut video from their “Memory That Bad” album hit CMT Pure Country’s Top Ten. Their most recent self-titled recording, produced by bluegrass legend Doyle Lawson, was released by Organic Records in 2015.

Haggard was so impressed with The Malpass Brothers that he helped produce a project on them and contributed some songs to the album as well.

The Malpass Brothers are frequent guests on the Grand Ole Opry. They are also featured on Larry’s Country Diner and Country’s Family Reunion.

This is the real deal, folks. There is no pretense. This is music steeped in the legacy of the Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, Hank Williams, Sr. & others. Count on classic, real country. Count on new Malpass tunes. Count on a couple of old-time traditional gospels. Count on their probably coming down into the house at intermission and asking what you’d like to hear. Count on giggles and ribbing between brothers, along with daddy on the bass, who’s bound to be thinking, “What the heck are they doing now?” Count on some big, high man hair, and maybe an Elvis twitch or two. Count on lines at the CD table … and count on logging on to see where they’ll be next.

“Chris and Taylor worked their first shows for us several years ago,” MC Tracy Pitcox said. “They have continually filled the house for us and we are looking forward to their return visit. They are masters at Traditional Country Music but their humor wins over audiences young and old as well.”

02/07/2024

Heart of Texas Records and StarVista Music announce the world wide digital release of country western singer Jody Nix's new album, "It's About Time." The album is now available on all major streaming services throughout the world. You can download Jody Nix "It's About Time" anywhere digital music or streaming is available.

Nix describes "It's About Time" as a blend of real country music, traditional western swing, and a touch of 90s influence, reflecting the rich musical heritage of Texas. "I want everyone to know that this is real country music, as traditional as it gets, along with western swing and a little bit 90s,” explains Nix. “I feel great about it. I’m honored and blessed beyond measure and thankful we’re getting out there for everybody."

In addition to new tracks, the album features a selection of cover songs, each uniquely styled by Nix and his band and chosen with care. “We didn’t want to do songs that have been over-recorded and also want to pick ones that are beloved by our fans. For instance, we play 'Memory Maker' by Mel Tillis a lot at our dances, so I wanted to record it for this album. And I have been asked countless times through the years to please put 'Faded Love' by Bob Wills on an album."

"It's About Time" also introduces two news track, "First From the Last" and “The First Time to Fall,” both written by Jody's longtime friend Jerry Webb. "He's a great writer, singer, and musician in his own right and when I was looking for something new for this project, I thought of him. They’re really good country dance tunes and tell quite a story," Nix noted.

Jody Nix's dedication to preserving and celebrating the roots of country music shines through in "It's About Time." This album promises to be a treasured addition to the collections of western swing and country music fans everywhere.

Jody Nix is a renowned western swing and true country music artist from Texas. With a career spanning several decades, Nix is celebrated for his authentic sound and dedication to traditional country music. His music is a staple at dances and events across Texas, and he continues to inspire new generations of country music enthusiasts. He has recorded twelve albums and received a CMA nomination for “Album of the Year” in 1994. Nix has been inducted into the Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame, West Texas Hall of Fame, Western Swing Hall of Fame and the Cowboy Hall of Fame as well.

StarVista Music is proud to partner with Heart of Texas Records and offers worldwide digital audio and video marketing, sales, and distribution, generating incremental income for artists and brand holders as well as driving global demand for artist repertoire via traditional promotion and aggressive social media development. With years of experience in distributing entertainment-based content and in live entertainment via sister company StarVista LIVE, StarVista Music is a trusted and effective marketing partner bringing world-class resources such as multi-channel marketing, publicity, in-house creative expertise, and long-standing industry relationships and marketing partnerships developed throughout our history.

29/06/2024

Our final show of the tour! Come see us in Arthur, Illinois, at Penn Station on Saturday night! Tickets available at the door for Tony Booth, Dottsy Dwyer, Dennis Stroughmatt, Jack Phillips, Mark Fitch and John Farrell!

28/06/2024

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Heart of Texas Roadshow will be staged at The Troubadour at 2416 Music Valley Drive in Nashville, on Saturday, July 20. The show begins at 2:00 PM and admission is $25 per person. Tickets are now on sale at heartoftexascountry.com. Tickets will also be available at the door on the day of the performance. The entertainment this year will be full of traditional country music entertainers including Darrell McCall, Tony Booth, Mona McCall, Mary Lou Turner, Diane McCall, Margie Singleton, Joe Rucker, Shalane, and Allison Crowson! Texas Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Famer Tracy Pitcox will host the event.

The Malpass Brothers will take the stage of The Troubadour on Sunday, July 21 at 5:00 PM for a separate show where they will entertain fans with their classic country sounds, rhinestone suits, and likely a surprise or two you won’t want to miss. Tickets are also available online or at the door for $25.

For tickets to both events, visit heartoftexascountry.com.

“We have thoroughly enjoyed performing at the Troubadour over the past several years,” said Heart of Texas Records President Tracy Pitcox. “Our Heart of Texas Roadshow showcases incredible Traditional Country Music Artists performing some of their biggest hits. We look forward to bringing great Texas-style music back to Nashville.”

Darrell McCall is a legendary Texas dance hall entertainer with many hits to his credit including “Dreams of A Dreamer,” “It’s The Water,” “There’s Still A Lot of Love In San Antone,” and his duet with Willie Nelson on “Lily Dale.” His latest album is “Keeping With Tradition.” Darrell’s wife Mona will also join him on stage.

Tony Booth gained fame by working for Buck Owens as a frontman and bass player. He branched out on his own with major hits including “Cinderella,” “Keys In The Mailbox,” “Close Up The H***ytonks,” and “Lonesome 7-7203.” His latest project is titled “The Other Side of Love.”

Canadian-born Mona McCall began her career in her teens. She later joined the Audrey Williams band as a drummer and later was featured on the Buck Owens show.

Diane McCall recorded the hit song “My Imagination” on Mega Records and toured the country as part of the Charlie Louvin show. She recorded her first full-length album for Heart of Texas Records and was inducted into the Ohio Country Music Hall of Fame in 2022.

Louisiana Hayride Star Margie Singleton was the first female to record a duet album with Country Music Hall of Famer George Jones. She also enjoyed great success with her Faron Young duets including the Justin Tubb penned “Keeping Up With the Joneses” and “No Thanks I Just Had One.”

As young boys, Christopher and Taylor Malpass immersed themselves in their granddad’s phonograph records. Christopher won his first talent show at age 7, and Taylor was playing mandolin by 10. Today, they honor classic country artists while creating their own music, showcasing a smooth vocal blend and skillful musicianship. Their engaging performances include humorous banter with each other and the ultimate respect for the legends. The Malpass Brothers have toured with Don Helms, opened for Merle Haggard, and performed at notable venues like the Ryman Auditorium and the Grand Ole Opry. They’ve shared the stage with country legends such as Ray Price, Willie Nelson, Marty Stuart, and more. Their latest album, “Lonely Street,” is out now, and their new TV show airs on RFD TV every weekend.

For more information about the Heart of Texas Country Music Association, log on to heartoftexascountry.com.

About Heart of Texas Records:
Heart of Texas Records is a Traditional Country Music label based in Brady, Texas. The label has produced over 100 projects from artists including Hank Thompson, Johnny Bush, Ferlin Husky, George Hamilton IV, Pretty Miss Norma Jean, Floyd Tillman, Amber Digby, Justin Trevino, and Georgette Jones. The record label specializes in music with a heavy emphasis on fiddle and steel guitar and mixes its roster with legendary acts and newer artists doing Traditional Country Music. The label also helps to support the Heart of Texas Country Music Museum in Brady, Texas. The Heart of Texas Roadshow works all over Texas, plus has staged performances in England, Scotland, Canada, Ireland, Sweden, and Mexico.

heartoftexasrecords.com
1701 S Bridge St
Brady, Texas 76825
(325) 597-1895

28/06/2024

It’s going to be a fun night tonight in Trenton, Missouri, with Tony Booth, Dottsy Dwyer, Jimmy Johnson, Dennis Stroughmatt, Jack Phillips, John Farrell and Mark Fitch! Come and join us and hear some great Country Music! Tickets on sale at the door!

25/06/2024

Happy birthday to Heart of Texas Recording Artist Jody Nix!

Heart of Texas Records is very proud to announce the first new recording project from Western Swing Hall of Famer Jody Nix in over ten years! We have been working with Jody to record a new album with Heart of Texas Records for several years and are very excited that it will soon be released world wide!

Order your copy at a special discount at
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1. “I’ll Catch You When You Fall”

2. “Ain’t No Fun To Be Alone In San Antone”

3. “Texas Girl”

4. “Memory Maker”

5. “Faded Love”

6. “Somebody’s Back In Town”

7. “First From The Last”

8. “Tribute To Bob Wills”

9. “When You Know How To Fall”

10. “Somewhere In Texas”

11. “Dream of Me”

12. “End of The Line”.

Officially released on May 1, 2024, this album was produced by Jody Nix and Jake Ho**er. The musicians include Jody Nix, Jake Ho**er, Robert Weeks, Terry Thompson, Johnny Cox, John Powell, Floyd Domino and Mack Ho**er.

Heart of Texas Records
1701 South Bridge Street
Brady, Texas 76825
(325) 597-1895
www.heartoftexasrecords.com