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Mark Matoska and Lee Weaver celebrate the ribbon cutting of The Woodshed in 2022. (Photo courtesy Lee Weaver)

Mark Matoska and Lee Weaver celebrate the ribbon cutting of The Woodshed in 2022. (Photo courtesy Lee Weaver)

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Musicians find collaboration at The Woodshed

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Approaching The Woodshed recording studio in Granger might just feel like you’re driving up to a house, but the magic lies in the back, where what was essentially the former Granger hardware store now houses a recording studio for musicians, movie makers and podcasters alike.
Two Step Inn attendees sing along to The Panhandlers’ “West Texas is the Best Texas” on Sunday, April 6, 2025. (Sun Archive)

Two Step Inn attendees sing along to The Panhandlers’ “West Texas is the Best Texas” on Sunday, April 6, 2025. (Sun Archive)

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Chris Stapleton, Brooks & Dunn to headline Two Step Inn

Kaitlyn Wilkes
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Chris Stapleton and Brooks & Dunn will headline next year’s Two Step Inn country music festival in Georgetown. The event takes place April 18 and 19 in San Gabriel Park. Other artists on the 2026 lineup include 90s rock band Goo Goo Dolls and country legend Randy Travis.

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Strings & Things: Alison Tucker brings her rich alto voice to Lark & Owl

Ellen Greeney
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Alison Tucker describes herself as a writer, poet, woodworker, high-tech geek, spouse and mom. After 20 years in the corporate world and 14 years as a stay-at-home mom, she has turned her focus to music. She blends folk, country, and Americana and serves it up with her warm, rich alto voice.
MARS - Middle Aged Rock Stars, are performing on the Square on July 4.

MARS - Middle Aged Rock Stars, are performing on the Square on July 4.

Strings and Things: Independence Day musical celebrations are county wide

Ellen Greeney
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic. Find your favorite places to enjoy the tunes and voices of local musicians and bands during this year’s numerous Independence Day celebrations including MARS.
Bruce Smith is an Austin-based, Americana-roots singer and songwriter who has been in the local music scene for nearly 20 years.

Bruce Smith is an Austin-based, Americana-roots singer and songwriter who has been in the local music scene for nearly 20 years.

Strings & Things: Bruce Smith brings “1000 Horses” to The Palomino

Ellen Greeney
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic. Find your favorite places to enjoy the tunes and voices, like those of Bruce Smith at The Palomino in Georgetown, Friday night.
Javier Soliz is performing at Encantada Cocina+Cantina in Georgetown.

Javier Soliz is performing at Encantada Cocina+Cantina in Georgetown.

MUSIC: Celebrate midweek music with Javier Soliz at Encantada in Georgetown

Ellen Greeney
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
 Williamson County is home to a multitude of live music genres from rock and country to classical and symphonic. Find your favorite places to enjoy the tunes and voices, including Javier Soliz at Encantada Cocina+Cantina in Georgetown, during the “midweek music and margs” performance.May 145 p.m.
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