For an artist whose name often draws puzzled looks outside of Texas and certain pockets of Europe, Doug Sahm has certainly had his share of career-spanning anthologies. The singer/songwriter/instrumentalist/bandleader’s mix of rock, C&W, R&B and norteño set as much of a standard for the eclectic music of the Lone Star State as did Roky Erickson’s, and if the turntables on which his music still spins most often remain in his birthplace, his legacy lives on through his protégés and antecedents, whether fans know it or not. Whether under his own name or that of the Sir Douglas Quintet - his most famous banner thanks to the oft-covered hit single “She’s About a Mover,” - Sahm made his impact on American music, and the cracks in the pavement can still be seen if you look where you walk. more ›

Music was a big part of Doug Sahm’s life from a very early age -- he was just 11 when he not only released his first album but also had the honor of performing with the one and only Hank Williams. His esteemed career included a plethora of stellar recordings as a solo artist and with the Sir Douglas Quintet and Texas Tornados, guaranteeing his legendary status in Texas’ music history. Sahm passed away in 1999. more ›

Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Joe Ely and Butch Hancock are three of Texas' most respected and reliable names in music. All three have had thriving solo careers (as well as other collaborative efforts) since the '70s, but as the Flatlanders, their unique gifts combine to create unforgettable country. more ›