Tailgate Poets Live Album Release Show!

Tailgate Poets recorded a live album at Poor David's Pub in February 2026. Now it's time for the release party! They've added some studio tracks & fun surprises. PLUS January 24th is Andy's birthday. Let's celebrate! 

$23 for reserved seats​

$16 for general admission 

Tailgate Poets

Tailgate Poets' roots-rock style fuses elements of Americana, blues, country and jazz into a mix of originals and cover songs by artists such as Bonnie Raitt, Ry Cooder, Lucinda Williams, Randy Newman, Mose Allison and Tom Waits. Depending on the venue, Tailgate Poets performs as a duo of Andy Chiles and Sandy Hall Chiles, often supplementing this lineup with other talented musicians. Tailgate Poets engages audiences with musicianship, harmony vocals, energetic performances and memorable songs. 

Tailgate Poets formed in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Texas, in 2013. Guitarist/singer/songwriter Chiles and drummer McCall and have played together since 1989 with the early Deep Ellum band Hai Tex, and popular world beat ensemble Ooga Booga. Both bands performed regional venues and festivals including Club Dada, Poor David’s Pub, Denton Arts and Jazz, Houston International and Main Street Festivals drawing respectable followings and enjoying regional airplay.

In addition to veterans McCall and Chiles, Tailgate Poets features multi-talented Sandy Hall Chiles on bass and vocals. Her natural rhythm and solid bass establishes the foundation of the band’s sound.

After retiring from the world of education, Chiles and Hall Chiles relocated outside of Brenham, Texas, where Tailgate Poets has established a loyal following with regular bookings at venues in South Central Texas while continuing its Dallas connection.

Website: www.tailgatepoets.com

Recordings:

Somewhere in Between, hai tex music, 2014

This is Where, hai tex music, 2016

Inside This Thing, hai tex recordings, 2023

Tailgate Poets Live, hai tex recordings, 2027