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Randy Rogers Band Delivers Classic Texas Red Dirt Energy at Two Step Inn

By Clarissa Darling on May 4, 2026

The Randy Rogers Band took the Showdeo stage at 3:30 p.m. on April 19, 2026, and the late-afternoon crowd at San Gabriel Park felt right at home with that unmistakable Texas sound. With their driving rhythms, heartfelt lyrics, and high-energy live delivery, they brought classic Red Dirt country that mixed rowdy honky-tonk spirit with genuine storytelling about life, love, and the road. In today’s scene, where many acts lean toward pop or trends, the set stood out for staying rooted in the Texas music tradition they helped define—songs that feel like a night at a favorite dancehall, delivered with the kind of camaraderie that comes from two decades together.

the Randy Rogers Band performs at Day 2 of the Two Step Inn Festival, Georgetown Texas on April 18, 2026. (Photo Credit and copyright: Larry Philpot/SoundstagePhotography.com)

Texas Mainstays with a Loyal Following

Formed in the early 2000s out of San Marcos, Texas, Randy Rogers Band built their reputation through relentless touring and a string of independent releases before breaking through nationally. Their catalog includes seven studio albums and two live records, with charting singles such as “Kiss Me in the Dark,” “One More Sad Song,” “Buy Myself a Chance,” and “Interstate.” They’ve remained a cornerstone of the Red Dirt and Texas country scene, selling out venues across the region and earning a devoted fanbase that values their authentic, no-frills approach. In late 2025 they released the EP *The Going*, continuing their legacy of high-octane, personality-driven music that captures the spirit of the Lone Star State.

Randy Rogers Band Lineup

Randy Rogers – Lead Vocals and Guitar
Geoffrey Hill – Guitar and Vocals
Brady Black – Fiddle and Vocals
Jon Richardson (Johnny “Chops” Richardson) – Bass Guitar and Vocals
Les Lawless – Drums

(The core five-piece lineup has remained remarkably stable for more than 17 years with no substantial changes reported. They occasionally add a utility player for festival dates, but the primary band has stayed consistent.)

Their Set on the Showdeo Stage

Scheduled on the Showdeo stage—designed for established artists who sit between emerging talent and headliners—the band delivered a crowd-pleasing performance that mixed newer cuts from *The Going* with longtime favorites. The set captured their signature live energy, with tight harmonies, fiddle runs, and driving rhythms that had the Day 2 audience dancing and singing along under the Texas sky.

The Two Step Inn festival returned to scenic San Gabriel Park in Georgetown, Texas—just north of Austin—for its 2026 edition. The park’s live oaks and open spaces create a relaxed, community-oriented feel that suits everything from early Pony Up sets to bigger draws on Big River, with local food vendors and plenty of room to move. After Day 1’s weather issues, Day 2 offered clearer skies and a full schedule, letting acts like Randy Rogers Band settle into a comfortable, sun-drenched afternoon slot.

Most Likely Setlist (full official setlist incomplete on setlist.fm; based on the band’s 2026 tour playlist and recent performances):

Down & Out
Buy Myself a Chance
Interstate
Flash Flood
Last Last Chance
Kiss Me in the Dark

Why Randy Rogers Band Feels Fresh Live

The Randy Rogers Band may have been around for more than two decades, but their Showdeo set proved they still know exactly how to turn a festival afternoon into a good-time Texas gathering. With songs that have grown with their fans and a band that plays like a tight-knit crew, their performance offered that satisfying blend of familiarity and energy that makes live country music special.