Johnny McGowan’s Rugged Gents
Johnny Mcgowan's Rugged Gents
Date
Saturday
January 17, 2026
Time
Location
FREE SHOW 1-4PM All Ages!
Johnny McGowan - Hill Country Waltz
Open. Free. Lonesome. Three words that describe the stark landscape of west Texas. Where stars are brighter, the sun is warmer and the prairie wider. Johnny McGowan's latest release, "Hill Country Waltz" reminds us all about our deep rooted spirit and nature.
Getting into the album, you sense an accomplished musician, gifted song-writer and heart felt singer. Every lyrics adds to the tapestry of the landscape. Every melody add an intricate weave to each song. "When I'm Gone", has the sting of the cactus. The pin-prick from a jilted lover juxtaposed against that classic Texas dancehall beat.
The title track, "Hill Country Waltz", lays bear the soul of a wounded heart; something we all know well and Ernest Tubb would be proud. The other twelve tracks are just as great with thoughful lyrics and masterful performances by top-shelf Texas musicians.
So exit the divided interstate. Get lost on the blue highways near Big Bend. Turn up the stereo to Johnny McGowan's Hill Country Waltz album. Roll down your windows and feel the heat melt into your soul.
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“A passionate storyteller and guitar-driven troubadour who blends his Tennessee roots with Texas soul.”
“One of the few really original style guitarists in country music today. ”
“Everything from Texas dancehall country to diesel-billy with an occasional Waylon cover thrown in. This new Honky Tonk cat will knock your hat in the creek.”
“His songwriting is sincere and relatable. His embrace of tradition mixed with personal grit makes him a compelling voice in the roots classic country scene today. ”
“Twangy, full of soul and hella-fun honky-tonkin’.”
“Cold beer and hot licks. It’s 1966 when Johnny McGowan and his red-hot Rugged Gents take the stage and make you want to scoot a boot.”
