Texas Time Travel

Plains Trail Region

The wide-open landscapes of the Texas Panhandle have inspired a musical legacy as expansive and diverse as the region itself. From the pioneering sounds of Western swing and the early days of rockabilly to folk and country, the Plains has been home to musicians and musical traditions that have influenced generations of listeners far beyond Texas.

That legacy lives not only in the stories of celebrated artists, but also in the places where music was created, performed, recorded, and remembered. Radio stations, dance halls, record stores, museums, and other sites throughout the region offer a closer look at the people and communities that helped shape its distinctive musical character.

Pictured: Moonlight Musicals Amphitheater in Lubbock.
Credit: Moonlight Musicals

Explore the music heritage of the Plains Trail region and discover the places where these stories continue to resonate.

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Follow the music across the Texas panhandle

Listen to the Plains Trail Regional Playlist while using the map below to create your own music-inspired road trip through the region.

[Spotify Playlist]

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