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A traditional country artist with a modern edge, Jamie Richards has built a loyal following across Texas and the Southwest with his pedal steel-driven sound, heartfelt lyrics, and authentic storytelling.
Raised on a dairy farm in Oklahoma, Richards developed his strong work ethic from his father and his love of music from his mother. After years of performing in Oklahoma honky-tonks, he moved to Nashville, where he worked construction while pursuing a music career. Though recording deals with RCA and Capitol Records didn't materialize, his songwriting earned him a staff writer position with Curb Records, leading to cuts by artists including Cody Jinks, Hal Ketchum, Ken Mellons, and Kevin Fowler.
In 2002, Richards released his debut album, No Regrets, which produced two Top 10 Texas Regional Radio singles. He relocated to Texas in 2005 and has since become one of the state's most respected country artists, releasing eight albums and 25 radio singles, including 13 Texas Regional Radio chart-toppers. His song “Second-Hand Smoke” was named Song of the Year in 2016, and “One Tequila” was featured in the 2018 film Zoe.
Richards is currently writing a new album slated for release in 2026, continuing his tradition of delivering honest, hard-country music that resonates with everyday fans.
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Jake Hooker was born listening to the sounds of traditional country music through his father's west Texas country band. Jake began playing the bass at the age of seven and practiced diligently until he mastered the honky tonk sound. Jake formed his own band at the age of 14 and began performing. By the age of 18, Jake was playing bass and singing full time. He spent some time at South Plains College in Levelland, Texas, studying music and theory. Jake moved to the Fort Worth area in 1998 where he quickly became the local favorite. Jake signed with Southland Records that same year and began recording. Jake's popularity continues to grow. His love and passion for traditional country music never ceases. He feels it is necessary to relay that love to the fans who are so dedicated to it as well. There is no doubt that Jake is strongly influenced by the sounds of Ray Price, Johnny Bush, Farron Young, Curtis Potter, Leon Rausch and Darrell McCall. He spends much of his spare time studying these artists' music in depth. Jake is consumed by his dedication to the music and his hobbies include playing the drums and learning the steel guitar. Jake's graceful and professional image on the bandstand, along with his voice and talented band, make his show unbeatable.
ABOUT THE BAND