The Texas Music Office announces that Navasota has been named the 67th Music Friendly Texas Certified Community

October 11, 2024 | Austin, Texas | Press release | Music Friendly Texas

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the City of Navasota has been named the 67th Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO) after completing the multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas program, the first in the country since TMO launched it in 2016, aims to promote music economic development and job creation in Texas cities and towns.

“Congratulations to the City of Navasota on receiving the Music Friendly Texas Certified Community designation,” he said Governor Abbott. “Music is key to the Texas brand and is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of our great state. Music Friendly Texas Communities certified by the Texas Music Office work tirelessly to attract and develop the local music industry to stimulate local job creation and economic growth. In fact, with support from the Texas Music Office, the Texas music industry provides more than 192,000 direct and indirect permanent jobs and generates more than $26 billion in annual economic activity statewide. Together, we will continue to work with communities across every region of our state to build a bigger, better Texas.”

“Congratulations to the City of Navasota on being named a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community,” he said Senator Lois W. Kolkhorst. “From the era of famed blues musician “Mance” Lipscomb to the city’s music festivals today, Navasota offers quality music experiences that contribute significantly to the local economy, attracting visitors and stimulating growth. This award is a testament to Navasota’s commitment to supporting and promoting its vibrant music scene and I am sure it will benefit the entire region.”

“Congratulations to the City of Navasota on being recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office,” he said Representative Kyle Kacal. “This well-deserved award is no small feat and underscores the City’s unwavering commitment to enriching the lives of its citizens through economic growth and opportunity.”

“The City of Navasota is excited to become a music-friendly Texas community,” said Mayor Bert Miller. “This certification goes hand in hand with our numerous music venues and our designation as the ‘Blues Capital of Texas.’

“I am incredibly proud that Navasota has become a music-friendly Texas community,” he said Jessica Tucker, Navasota Music Friendly Texas Committee member and Rail & Rye owner. “As the owner of a downtown rooftop restaurant and bar, I have had the honor of working with musicians from Navasota and the surrounding area. I truly respect these artists who share their creativity and passion in local establishments like my own; They help make the atmosphere so much fun. My family and our staff have enjoyed supporting every musician who performs at Rail & Rye, and we are committed to creating an institution that embraces and values ​​live music. We are so excited to see what the future holds.”

“Congratulations to the City of Navasota for receiving the Music Friendly Texas Community award from the Texas Music Office,” he said Kenny Graves, Navasota Music Friendly Texas Committee member and local radio program director. “As Navasota continues to grow, a thriving live music scene will play an important role in attracting visitors to the community and providing our music-loving residents with more opportunities to spend their free time in their hometown. I look forward to seeing how musicians, food trucks, venues and other local businesses work together to thrive and create a vibrant music culture in Navasota.”

The Music Friendly Texas Community Certification Ceremony, co-hosted by TMO, the City of Navasota and Visit Navasota, will take place on Saturday, October 19, during the Navasota Blues Music Festival and will be attended by city officials and community leaders. Gini Mascorro, community relations and outreach specialist at TMO, will present the award.

Navasota Music Friendly Texas Community Certification Ceremony

Saturday, October 19th at 4:00 p.m

Navasota Blues Music Festival

Navasota River Halls

2692 TX-105

Navasota, TX 77868

This ceremony is open to the public, but a ticket is required for the Navasota Blues Music Festival featuring Texas music legend Lan Moore.

Further details about the ceremony can be found here

Further information about the festival can be found here

Inquiries can be directed to Taylor Hughes, marketing and communications manager, City of Navasota, 936-825-6475, [email protected]

Learn more about the Music Friendly Texas program: gov.texas.gov/music/page/music-friend-communities

The Texas Music Office in the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism is the first and longest-running state music office in the country. Since 2016, TMO has operated the first and only statewide Music Friendly Community program in the country with an extensive network of more than 65 certified Music Friendly Texas Community Partners across the state. The TMO also serves as a clearinghouse for Texas music industry information, acts as a liaison between music companies and government agencies, publicizes important industry developments, and attracts major music industries to the Lone Star State. A vibrant Texas music industry supports local job creation while attracting visitors from around the world, attracting talented workers from all industries, and supporting the recruiting and expansion efforts of companies throughout the state.