FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

2019 TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS WINNERS ANNOUNCED AT SPECTACULAR EVENT

Live Performances and 24 Awards Presented at Billy Bob’s Texas in the Fort Worth Stockyards

TCMA Energized Texas Country Music Industry Once Again

FORT WORTH, TX (Sunday, September 22, 2019) – For Texas Country Music fans from all over, the Fort Worth Stockyards was the place to be on Sunday September 22 as the Texas Country Music Association presented a spectacular event with the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards at Billy Bob’s Texas.  This was the event’s second year in Fort Worth according to Linda Wilson, President and Founder of TCMA and once again proved why the Texas Country Music industry has exploded.  The high energy event included a host of Texas artists spanning decades of Country music such as TCMA Spokesperson Brandon Rhyder who also co-hosted the event for the 3^rd year in a row with Jenn Ford, along with Texas Artists Cory Morrow, Randall King, Holly Tucker, Zane Williams, Bri Bagwell, Andrew Sevener and Curtis Grimes.

Top fan and industry-voted Awards were presented in 24 categories related to Texas Country Music and Christian Country Music.

The 2019 Texas Country Music Awards was brought to you once again by Title Sponsor, The Hotel Drover at the Fort Worth Stockyards, an Autograph Collection Hotel opening on Mule Alley in 2020.   A destination boutique hotel in the tradition of the great ranches of Texas, the new Hotel Drover will offer rustic comfort and the truly special brand of genuine hospitality only Texas can deliver.

Radio Stations 95.9 THE RANCH and 92.1 HANK-FM in Fort Worth were the event’s media sponsor.  Other sponsors included Love and War in Texas, American Hat Company, Audio Realm Studios, Texas Artist Will Carter, Gruene Road Cases, Justin Boots, Cinch Jeans, The Rustic, OnPoint Roofing, Firestone & Robertson Distillery TX Whiskey, Schoepf’s BBQ, NRS (National Roper’s Supply), Vibe9 Monitors, Yankin’ Lips Fishing Co and more.

The Texas Country Music Awards was produced for the 3^nd year in a row by well-known record producer Chad Mauldin of Mauldin Productions from Gilmer TX, along with 2^nd year Executive Director Chris Romain of Jett Danger Entertainment and Split Window Studios.

The event kicked off with the Red-Carpet interviews at 3:00pm and hosted by TCMA’s Kris Young assisted by Erin Wilde of 92.1 Hank FM.  Musician and Songwriter of the Year awards took place during the pre-show at 4:00pm and included performances by 2018 Country Band of the Year Darrin Morris Band, 2018 Artist Scholarship Recipient Monty Dawson Band, 2019 Christian Songwriter of the Year Justin Todd Herod and 2019 Country Songwriter of the Year Bryan Martin.

The main Awards ceremony began at 6:00pm with greetings from TCMA Founders, President and Executive Vice President Linda and Richard Wilson, followed by a video welcome from Mr. Red Steagall.  The opening prayer was offered by Christian Country Artist and Christian Country Songwriter award winner Justin Todd Herod, and a video was sent from Neal McCoy leading the Pledge of Allegiance.  TCMA’s Richard Wilson sang the National Anthem.

TCMA President Linda Wilson presented the 2019 Artist Scholarship to upcoming artist Daniel Sampley and dedicated the award to seven people who passed that touched the Texas Country Music industry:   Texas Country Music Artist Kylie Rae Harris, American Hat Company’s Keith Maddox, Guitarist with Nickle Draft David Broadway, Country Artist Danny Leon Miller, Guitarist Wes Day, Drummer Russell Wilson and Christian Country singer/songwriter Gunner Carr.

Assisting with Trophy presentations were not only performers and finalists, but also Joe Kelly with CDX Traction TX Nashville, Texas State Representative Bill Zedler and Jenna Kinard, Executive Chef of the Hotel Drover located in the Fort Worth Stockyards and its new signature restaurant and bar, 97 West.  Handling trophies and directing participants on stage were coordinator Jada Young, Fitness Trainer Calli Bowley and Miss Paige Young.  “There were literally over 100 volunteers and TCMA Members to help put this amazing event together and we could not have done it without each and every one.” says Linda Wilson.

Many of the top Award categories included not only the designation and trophy but special gifts provided by event sponsors.  Entertainer of the Year, Male and Female Vocalist of the Year categories received a trip to Las Vegas for NFR with Gold Buckle seating and a stay at the Silverton Casino Hotel compliments of Title Sponsor the Hotel Drover at the Fort Worth Stockyards.  Mr. Gary P. Nunn was presented with a certificate for a custom hat from American Hat Company; the Emerging New Artist was presented a set of Vibe9 Monitors valuing at $1900; Young Artist (16 and under) was presented a single recording session by Chad Mauldin of Mauldin Productions and other winners received a pair of boots from Justin Boots, Jeans from Cinch Jeans, a custom capo from Kyser Musical Products, t-shirts and koozies from Yankin’ Lips Fishing Company.

All finalists received swag bags filled with gift items and certificates from many sponsors.

Along with the 24 Awards presented at the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards, TCMA’s prestigious “Trailblazer Award” was presented to Mr. Gary P Nunn for his long-standing career and the unprecedented leadership and success he’s obtained Texas Country Music.  "TCMA is very excited and pleased to have presented Mr. Gary P. Nunn the 2019 Trailblazer Award as part of the Awards Ceremony.  He certainly ‘blazed the trail’ for others and he’s very deserving to be honored." says Linda Wilson, President and Founder of the Texas Country Music Association.  Presenting the Award were Stockyards developer, Craig Cavileer and Operations Manager for Love and War in Texas’ Cathi Maxwell.

The 2019 Texas Country Music Awards was covered by media from all over Texas as well as other states.  The event was filmed and by professional videographer Delano Bryant and his team.  Footage will be edited for television to air on the Texas Country Network, ROKU and other broadcast outlets.

The five Award Finalists in each of the categories came as a result of nominations and final round voting that took place between May and July of 2019.

The Award categories and the respective winners are:

Entertainer Of The Year:

Curtis Grimes

Male Artist of the Year:

Zane Williams

Female Artist of the Year:

Holly Tucker

Country Band of the Year:

Saints Eleven

Americana/Other Artist of the Year:

Jake Hooker & The Outsiders

Young Artist (16 & Under):

Riley Thompson

Emerging New Artist:

Tanner Sparks

Country Album Of The Year:

“More Than I Deserve”, Josh Ward

Country Single of the Year:

“Mirror Mirror”, Randall King

Terrestrial Radio Station of the Year:

98.5 and 99.3 KOKE FM Austin

Broadcast Personality Of The Year:

Charlie O, 104.1 The Ranch Tyler

Internet Radio Station of the Year:

TroubadourCountryRadio.com

Live Music Venue of the Year:

Billy Bob’s Texas, Fort Worth

Christian Country Artist of the Year:

Justin Todd Herod

Christian Country Single Of The Year:

“Had A Thing”, Curtis Grimes

Bassist of the Year:

Cody Wood

Fiddler of the Year:

David Varnado

Guitarist of the Year:

Tyler Smith

Keyboard/Pianist of the Year:

Travis Bishop

Steel Guitarist of the Year:

Bobby “Texas” Gardner

Drummer of the Year:

Zach Stover

TCMA Artist Scholarship

Daniel Sampley

Trailblazer Award:

Mr. Gary P. Nunn

Country Songwriter of the Year:

Bryan Martin for “Blending Memories and Whiskey”

Christian Country Songwriter of the Year:

Justin Todd Herod for “Pouring Out My Heart”

TCMA’s 2019 Artist’s Scholarship was presented to Texas artist singer/songwriter Daniel Sampley from Sanger, Texas.  The Artist’s Scholarship will pay to have one single recorded, mixed and mastered at Split Window Studios; single distribution by CDX Traction TX; a music video by Chris Romain; and a one-year Artist Sponsorship from American Hat Company.

The Texas Country Music Association’s mission is to promote and enhance the Texas Country Music industry, its artists, songwriters, musicians, venues, media, and businesses behind the scenes to make it all happen.  “We’re already planning the 2020 Texas Country Music Awards but from now until then we have big plans that will certainly continue to energize the Texas Country Music industry, and all involved in it.” says TCMA Executive Vice President Richard Wilson.  He mentions a few successful projects already live such as the Texas Country Music Chart, Texas Country Music Radio online, Texas Country OnScene television show, and Texas Country Music Television online.  TCMA President Linda Wilson adds, “We have a few more projects that will be in place within weeks.  Our ROKU Channel is already live, and we are launching the Texas Country Network within just a few weeks.”  One project she mentions that is included in distant future are the development of the Texas Country Music Museum to be located in Fort Worth. “That will take a little more time, funds, sponsors and help, but we will get it done.” Mrs. Wilson says.

In addition, TCMA is spearheading a nationwide promotion for Christian Country Music.  Information and details will be available in October.

More information about the Texas Country Music Association, its purpose, plans, membership and goals are available on www.texascountrymusic.org.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Linda Wilson, President

Texas Country Music Association

tcma@texascountrymusicassociation.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES

FINALISTS FOR THE 2019 TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

24 Texas Country Music Awards To Be Presented September 22nd

At Billy Bob’s Texas in the Fort Worth Stockyards

FORT WORTH, TX (May 29, 2019) -- The Texas Country Music Association announced today the Top 5 Finalists in each of the 21 categories for the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards as a result of nominations that were made between April 1 and May 15, 2019.

Final Round Voting is between June 1 and July 15, 2019 on the TCMA website at www.texascountrymusic.org.  The winners will be announced at the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards which will take place on Sunday, September 22 in the Fort Wort Stockyards at Billy Bob’s Texas.  Many industry professionals and artists will be on hand to announce the winners and present the Awards to the recipients.

The 2019 Texas Country Music Awards is brought to you by the Hotel Drover in the Fort Worth Stockyards and Stockyards Heritage, and is presented by Texas Country Music Association.  Media sponsors for 2019 are 92.1 HANK-FM and 95.9 KFWR The Ranch.

The Awards ceremony will be hosted by TCMA Spokesperson and Texas Country Artist, Brandon Rhyder, who will also perform at the event.  Co-hosting the Awards ceremony is Jenn Ford, also a Texas Country Music Artist who co-hosted the 2017 and 2018 Awards with Rhyder.

Popular Texas Country artist Cory Morrow will headline the Awards program and will perform the finale.  There will be performances by not only Brandon Rhyder but also Curtis Grimes, Bri Bagwell, Randall King, Zane Williams, Holly Tucker and Andrew Sevener, along with others that will be announced as schedules are confirmed.

In addition to the 21 Awards presented at the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards, the Texas Country Music Association’s  prestigious “Trailblazer Award” will be presented to Mr. Gary P. Nunn for his long-standing career and the unprecedented success he’s obtained.  "TCMA is very excited and pleased to be presenting Mr. Nunn the 2019 Trailblazer Award as part of the Awards Ceremony," says Linda Wilson, President and Founder of the Texas Country Music Association. "He’s certainly ‘blazed the trail’ and been an inspiration for so many artists, and he deserves the honor and recognition.” She continues, “Texas is so blessed to have such spectacular talent.  There were literally thousands of nominees – each one gifted and unique -- and we are very honored to be able to work on ALL their behalf on an ongoing basis.  The Texas Country Music Awards and Texas Country Music Association are by far the largest and most influential and energizing Country Music Awards and Association in Texas, and our organization works daily on behalf of everyone in the industry through the many established, ongoing and future programs we’ve developed.  You won’t want to miss it!”

Tickets to the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards are now on sale at www.billybobstexas.com or through a link on www.texascountrymusic.org.

Red Carpet Interviews begin at 3:00pm the day of the Awards with Red Carpet host and TCMA Vice President Kris Young.  The doors open to the public at Billy Bob’s at 2:00pm, and at 4:00pm there will be an Awards Pre-Show showcasing just a few of the TCMA Member Artists and Musician Awards will be presented.   The official Awards Ceremony will begin at 6:00pm.  There will be an after-party right there at Billy Bob’s at the conclusion of the evening.

The 2019 Texas Country Music Awards will be covered by media from all over Texas and filmed for future broadcast on the Texas Country Network and it’s ROKU channel with over 27 million monthly subscribers, as well as other broadcast outlets. Several radio stations will also live broadcast the ceremony and highlight the festivities.

The finalists and their award categories are:

Entertainer Of The Year:

Curtis Grimes

Randall King

Cory Morrow

Holly Tucker

Zane Williams

Female Artist of the Year:

Bri Bagwell

Sarah Hobbs

Billie Jo

Kayla Ray

Holly Tucker

Male Artist of the Year:

Will Carter

Curtis Grimes

Randall King

Josh Weathers

Zane Williams

Country Band or Duo of the Year:

Darrin Morris Band

Eleven Hundred Springs

Saints Eleven

Shane Smith & The Saints

Shea Abshier & The Night Howlers

Americana / Other Artist of the Year

Jake Hooker & The Outsiders

Max Stalling

Powell Brothers

Shea Abshier & The Nighthowlers

Walt Wilkins

Emerging New Artist:

Alex Coba

David Adam Byrnes

Hayden Baker

Riley Redding

Tanner Sparks

Country Album Of The Year:

Country Music Won’t Let Me – Holly Tucker

In My Defense – Bri Bagwell

Gone – Chris Colston

Preacher Man – Darrin Morris

Randall King – Randall King

Country Single of the Year:

Country Music Won’t Let Me – Holly Tucker

Had A Thing – Curtis Grimes

Favorite Place To Be – Billie Jo

Mirror Mirror – Randall King

Top Of My Heart – Cory Morrow

Christian Country Artist of the Year:

Tommy Brandt

Curtis Grimes

Justin Todd Herod

Michael Knight

Crystal Yates

Christian Country Single Of The Year:

Battle Scars – Tiffany Watkins

Had A Thing – Curtis Grimes

Out of Darkness – Cherilyn Johnston

Nobody Like My Lord – Heather Van Deren

Sermon on the Mount – Tommy Brandt

Young Artist (16 & Under):

Austin Michael

Macy Dot (Neal)

Maddie Rose (Reid)

Reese Norris

Riley Thompson

Terrestrial Radio Station of the Year:

95.9 KFWR FM The Ranch – Fort Worth

99.3 KOKE FM– Austin

100.3 KILT FM The Bull – Houston

103.7 KAXA FM The Buck - Kerrville

105.7 KYKX FM – Longview

Broadcast Personality Of The Year:

Ben Ryan – 95.9 KFWR FM The Ranch Fort Worth

Charlie O – 104.1 KKUS FM The Ranch Tyler

Eric Raines - 99.3 KOKE FM Austin

Jim Nash – Texas Red Hot Radio

Justin Frazell – 95.9 KFWR FM The Ranch Fort Worth

Internet Radio Station of the Year:

RealTexasRadio.com (Michael White, Owner)

TexasHomeGrownRadio.com (Jody Caudle, Owner)

TexasRedHotRadio.com (Jim Nash, Program Director)

TroubadourCountryRadio.com (Jim Alvarado, Owner)

MadeInTexasRadio.com (Keegan Lucas, Operations Director(

Live Music Venue of the Year:

Billy Bob’s Texas – Fort Worth

Gruene Hall – New Braunfels

Hondo’s – Fredericksburg

Love & War in Texas – Plano

Texas Music City – Lindale

Bassist of the Year:

Jackson Mauldin

Sean Rodriguez

Andy Rogers

Blake Watson

Cody Wood

Drummer of the Year:

Eddie Danger Barnot

Casey Korkmas

Gabriel Muniz

Zach Stover

Richard Wilson

Fiddler of the Year:

Milo Deering

Dale Morris, Jr.

Leah Sawyer

Heather Stalling

David Varnado

Guitarist of the Year:

John Carroll

Brendan Gilman

Jeff Grossman

Monty Montgomery

Tyler Smith

Keyboard/Pianist of the Year:

Travis Bishop

Vernon Emshoff

Little Jewford

Sam Jones

Scott Moody

Steel Guitarist of the Year:

Milo Deering

Samuel Fields

Bobby Texas Gardner

Bob Ogle

Chris Schlotzhauer

The TCMA Songwriter of the Year Finalists will be announced by July 1^st.

To place your Votes for the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards beginning June 1, go to www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/2019vote.  Voters do not need to be a member of the Texas Country Music Association; 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 those behind the scenes to make it all happen.  “We have already implemented many huge projects and have more big plans for the future that will certainly help the Texas Country Music industry, and all involved in it.” says Wilson, who also mentioned the early 2018 development of the “Texas Country Music Chart”, the only Texas based chart that uses the highest technology available to digitally monitor all qualifying public radio streams and accurately track Texas Country airplay of songs released by artists

More information about the TCMA, its purpose, plans, membership and goals as well as Sponsorships and Souvenir Program advertising opportunities available for the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards is available at www.texascountrymusic.org.

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NOTE TO MEDIA:  To apply for media credentials for the 2019 Texas Country Music Awards, go to www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/mediacredentials.  Note:  There are a limited number of media credentials available and TCMA Members are given first option.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Linda Wilson, President..

Texas Country Music Association

tcma@texascountrymusicassociation.org