A three-day, four-stage event set for November 13–15 will feature John Moreland, Jesse Dayton, Alex Maas, and more.
From November 13 to 15, Galveston's brand-new Old Quarter Songwriter Festival will open with more than thirty top folk, indie, and Americana acts. A feud that made the news will add to the excitement.
There are four stages over three days in the Downtown Cultural Arts District. This is the first event organized by Joel and Angela Mora, who purchased the famous Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe in 2016, featuring more than one stage and spanning multiple days.
The first artist on the bill is John Moreland, a renowned singer-songwriter from Tulsa, known for his sharp, emotionally charged writing and strong political views. Moreland recently made news when he openly criticized fellow Oklahoman Zach Bryan, calling him a "f–kin' off-brand version of me" because of Bryan's huge record and publishing deals. Moreland won the Americana Music Association's Emerging Artist of the Year award in 2016. Bryan removed their song "Memphis; The Blues" from streaming services and had a different singer sing Moreland's part.
Putting aside the controversy, the event will also have:
HShake Russell, John Evans, Ancient Cat Society, Matt the Electrician, Grifters & Shills, and Brightwire are set to perform in Houston's Americana scene.
In Galveston, the lineup features Galvezton, Kevin Anthony & G-Town, India Tigers In Texas, Gabe Wootton, and Tex Renner, showcasing a vibrant array of talent.
The lineup of venues features the Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe, Proletariat, Scottish Rite Theater, and Naked Iguana Brewery, each promising a unique experience for attendees. Excitement builds as tickets will be available for purchase shortly.
The Old Quarter has a rich history that traces back to its inception in Houston during the mid-1960s, founded by Wrecks Bell, who later relocated the venue to Galveston in 1996.
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