Here are some reliable sources for news, updates, and content about Texas Country Music (often overlapping with Red Dirt and broader Texas Music scenes). These can help you gather material to post on your Facebook page, such as artist spotlights, event announcements, playlists, and industry news. I've focused on dedicated magazines, blogs/websites, radio stations (many with online blogs or podcasts), and a couple of relevant social media accounts. Note that for monetization via Facebook's Performance Bonus program, you'll need to ensure your page meets their eligibility criteria (like consistent original content and engagement), but these sources can fuel high-quality, shareable posts.
Magazines
- Texas Country Music Magazine: The official publication of the Texas Country Music Association, covering artists, events, venues, and industry news specific to the Texas scene. Website: https://www.texascountrymusicmagazine.com/
- Texas Music Magazine: A quarterly magazine with articles, playlists, and features on Texas artists like Willie Nelson, plus event coverage. It's a go-to for in-depth stories. Website: https://txmusic.com/
Websites and Blogs
- Texas Music Daily: Offers daily emails with articles, plus social media updates, TikTok content, and Spotify playlists focused on Texas Music. Great for quick news bites and curation ideas. Website: https://texasmusicdaily.com/
- Saving Country Music: A blog that frequently covers Texas Country and Red Dirt artists, album reviews, and news. It's independent and opinionated, with a strong focus on roots country. Website: https://www.savingcountrymusic.com/
- ACountry: A blog dedicated to country music with regular Texas-specific posts, artist interviews, and event recaps. Website: Search for "ACountry blog" for the latest (often at acountry.com or similar).
- Stone Cold Country: Focuses on Texas Country news, reviews, and emerging artists. Website: stonecoldcountry.net or similar.
- Texas Standard (Music Section): Public media site with stories on Texas music history, current artists, and cultural ties. Includes podcasts and articles. Website: https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/categories/music/
- Texas Public Radio (Country Music Tag): Features Texas-related country music news, interviews, and album spotlights. Website: https://www.tpr.org/tags/country-music
Radio Stations (with Online News and Blogs)
Many Texas Country radio stations have blogs, podcasts, and social feeds for news—perfect for sharing live sessions or announcements.
- Radio Free Texas: An online station streaming Texas Music since 2005, with news updates and artist features. Website: https://radiofreetexas.com/
- KOKE FM: Austin-based alternative country station with event news, artist interviews, and a blog. Website: https://kokefm.com/
- 95.9 FM The Ranch: "The Sound of Texas" with local show podcasts, artist spotlights, and event coverage. Website: https://www.959theranch.com/
- New Country 96.3: Fort Worth station with a "What's Happening" blog for events, plus music news. Website: https://www.newcountry963.com/
- 99.5 The Wolf: Features music news blogs, playlists, and Texas artist updates. Website: https://www.995thewolf.com/
- Radio Texas, LIVE!: Tyler-based country radio with online content, including artist news. Website: https://radiotexaslive.com/
- Red Dirt Radio (iHeart): Streams Texas Country/Red Dirt with commercial-free music and related news. Website: https://www.iheart.com/live/red-dirt-radio-6842/
Social Media Accounts on X (for Real-Time News)
Follow these for quick updates, which you can repurpose (with credit) for your Facebook page.
- @TexasCountryCo (Texas Country Music News): Dedicated to Texas Country Music news, events, and everything related. Low follower count but focused content.
- @kgasradio (KGAS Radio): East Texas station covering classic country, local news, and music events with a Texas twist.
Additionally, check out the Texas Country Music Association's site (https://www.texascountrymusicassociation.org/) for official events and network opportunities, as it's tied to several of these sources. For growing your page, start by posting daily from these (e.g., share article links with your commentary), engage with similar communities, and use hashtags like #TexasCountryMusic to boost visibility. Good luck!