Josh Abbott Band Live @ The Hochatown Saloon
About The Band -
or nearly two decades, Josh Abbott Band have held strong as one of the most potent and vital forces in Texas country music. Fronted by singer/songwriter/guitarist Josh Abbott, the Lubbock-bred six-piece have built an ardent following on the strength of their high-octane live show, fiery instrumentation, relentless touring schedule, and seven acclaimed studio albums spotlighting their powerhouse sound and honest songwriting. With three RIAA gold-certified singles, Josh Abbott Band have stayed true to their independent spirit and achieved that success entirely on their own terms.
Featuring Edward Villanueva (drums, percussion), David Fralin (keys, mandolin), Jimmy Hartman (bass, harmony vocals), Kris Farrow (electric guitar, harmony vocals), Adam Hill (fiddle), and Austin Davis (banjo), Josh Abbott Band first formed at Texas Tech University back in the mid-2000s when Josh started playing with Austin. Over the years they expanded their lineup and emerged as an in-demand presence on the Texas live circuit, drawing bigger and bigger audiences thanks to their unstoppable energy and crowd-thrilling tunes.
Over the years, Josh Abbott Band have steadily raised their profile while elevating their artistry to ever-increasing heights. Their 2010 sophomore album She’s Like Texas debuted at #28 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart and delivered gold-certified hits like its poignant title track and “Oh, Tonight”—a heart-stirring duet with Kacey Musgraves that marked their first song to chart on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs, peaking at #44. After winning four prizes at the inaugural Texas Regional Radio Music Awards (including both Album of the Year and Single of the Year), the band went on to release Small Town Family Dream (a 2012 LP that debuted on Top Country Albums and climbed to #15 on the all-genre Billboard 200), then returned several years later with the widely praised and intensely personal Front Row Seat. Boasting standouts like the country radio hit “Wasn’t That Drunk” feat. Carly Pearce, the 2015 LP saw Josh Abbott Band ascending to a new level of stardom and making their national television debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, in addition to appearing on CONAN the following year. From there, the band persisted on their upward trajectory with 2017’s Until My Voice Goes Out (a sonically adventurous album powered by Abbott’s deeply affecting storytelling) and 2020’s The Highway Kind (featuring the gold-certified hit “Settle Me Down”).
The most recent album from Josh Abbott Band, 2024’s Somewhere Down The Road once again reveals their refusal to retread familiar ground, bringing their singular vision to a critically lauded body of work showcasing their more inventive impulses. With their latest milestones including making their debut at Stagecoach Festival, The Long Road Festival in England, and the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Josh Abbott Band continues to make great strides in cementing their legacy as Texas country legends.
Venue FAQ
Tickets are only available for purchase at the door on Show Nights from 7-8pm. All other ticket purchases must be made online through our vending partner Prekindle. You can find links to purchase tickets on the event pages featured above.
General Admission Tickets allow you into the venue and do not reserve you a seat or a table. Most of our venue and stage area is standing room only! Preferred Seating Tickets allow you to have a seat reserved in whatever section you choose. VIP Lounge tickets is a exclusive area with limited tickets available. VIP Lounge tickets you will have quick access to a bartender, cocktail girls, servers, bottle service and a prime view of the stage. If you have any questions about the seating locations, please view our map and or ask the host when you come to your event.
We DO NOT TOLERATE Underage Consumption of Alcohol at the Hochatown Saloon. We require guests that are under 21 years of age to purchase a special Under-21 Ticket and to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in order to attend the show. If no Under-21 Tickets are available for purchase, then it can be assumed the event is 21+ Only. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
No. Your ticket purchase is a digital purchase that manifests your name in our systems for that particular show. We only accept tickets purchased from our ticket vending partner, Prekindle. We do not send paper tickets to your address. We do not send a QR code out to your email. You do have the option to print your tickets from home, but be sure to have your ticket name match your ID name. If you have a group of 15 or more and wish to skip the door, please let us know by messaging us below.
Our events happen rain or shine. Purchasing your ticket is purchasing your spot at the show and taking that right away from another person who wants to attend. Refunds may only be given if you have purchased "Ticket Protection" from our ticket vending partner Prekindle.
We serve some of our last dinner tables around 8PM. This is not a hard time limit – it’s just the time when it usually happens… At this time our Security Team will filter the crowd and check for credentials. If you have not purchased a ticket to our Live Music Event/Show – you will need to do so at this time to remain inside the building. We move the tables and chairs out of the way and create room for a dance floor. Slowly the music and atmosphere gets louder and more energetic until 10PM when the Live Music kicks off! (If we don’t have live music that night – our DJ will begin playing tracks around this time.)-2AM is the closing time and the party doesn’t stop until then!
Security and Guest Safety
We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time for any reason (or event) that we deem 'unacceptable.' We do not condone or allow the use of drugs on or in our property — including Marijuana and THC-related items. Firearms, knives, and other weapons are strictly prohibited. Ensuring the safety of our guests is one of our highest priorities, and we appreciate your cooperation in creating a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.
