Music Made Here

January - December

Experience the Music Made Here Concert Series—a vibrant musical journey with live performances by dynamic artists. These artists will captivate you with their talent and ignite your desire to dance in the newly revitalized Downtown Garland Square.

Join us on the first Friday of every month as we showcase headline artists who will take center stage. Bring your family to savor delectable bites from local restaurants, and let the kids participate in friendly challenges in the activity area.

This concert series is proudly sponsored by Jimmy Wallace Guitars, who is integral in bringing this cultural celebration to life. Additionally, Garland Cultural Arts presents thrilling concerts at the Plaza Theatre and Granville Arts Center throughout the year.

The majority of concerts are FREE, but for shows with ticket prices, please refer to the details below. Join us for an unforgettable musical experience that will resonate through the heart of Downtown Garland!

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Live Band Karaoke ft. Decades

Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery | Feb. 6 | 6:30 PM

Get ready to party with Decades—the powerhouse party band that brings the heat to every stage! Based in North Texas, Decades delivers an electrifying mix of chart-topping hits from every era, blending the best of pop, rock, funk, dance, and R&B into one unforgettable live experience.

From the groovy classics of the '70s to the biggest bangers of today, Decades keeps the dance floor packed with nonstop energy, killer vocals, and a rhythm section that doesn’t quit. Whether you're reliving your favorite throwbacks or vibing to the latest hits, this band brings the soundtrack to your ultimate night out.

What’s Live Band Karaoke?
It’s your chance to sing your favorite songs, backed by a real live band! Decades brings the energy, the lights, and the sound to make you the star of the show.

Why You’ll Love It:

Be the Rockstar: Take center stage with a professional band.
Massive Song List: Pick your favorite and let the music take over.
Unforgettable Fun: Whether you're belting out a ballad or rocking a power anthem, this is karaoke like you've never experienced before!

Grab your friends, warm up those vocal cords, and let Decades transform your night into a concert you’ll never forget!

Are You Ready to Rock?

Sign-ups start at 6 p.m., and karaoke kicks off at 6:30 p.m.

Downtown Garland Square | Main Stage | March 6 | 7 PM | FREE

The only artist to win American Idol singing his own songs, rising country artist Chayce Beckham scored his first #1 at country radio with the platinum hit single “23.” A California native schooled on tough times and a mix of country, rock, hip hop and beyond, the fiery songwriter with his own creative compass started a habit of heart-on-his-sleeve lyricism after a hard season of life left him feeling empty. Yet, his warm rough rasp and steadfast drive charmed the nation on Idol's 19th season. With more than 536 million global on-demand streams and counting, the bluesy and brutally honest anthem “23” debuted at #1 on both iTunes All Genre and Country singles charts, and led his first album, Bad for Me – available now. The breakout star co-wrote nine of 13 songs (three solo), showcasing Beckham opening his soul like most would never dare and embracing a timeless country-rock sound fueled by fiddles, steel guitar, and plenty of against-the-grain attitude. With dusky shades of heroes like Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson, the set aims to reinforce next-big-thing and artist to watch predictions from the Grand Ole Opry, CMT, Amazon Music, MusicRow and more. Joining Warren Zeiders on his 2025 Relapse, Lies & Betrayal Tour this fall, Beckham follows his critically acclaimed debut with the fiddle-driven heartbreaker “Ocean Blue.”

Featuring Sterling Elza

Sterling Elza is a Red Dirt singer/songwriter from the Texas Panhandle. Raised in a ranching family of musicians, he began guitar lessons at age 5, influenced by a mix of Red Dirt, country, grunge, and classic rock. After time in Florida playing tennis at IMG Academy, the passing of his uncle inspired Sterling to fully pursue music. Now based in New Braunfels, he debuted his album Simpler Days in 2024, reaching Apple’s Top 25 Rock Albums, with his single Next Week entering the Top 40 Apple Rock Songs chart. Backed by a five-piece band and a wall of sound, Sterling continues to grow as a performer and songwriter in the Red Dirt scene.

SPECIAL SATURDAY CONCERT

Downtown Garland Square | Main Stage | April 4 | 7 PM | FREE

The Marshall Tucker Band is a legendary Southern rock group formed in Spartanburg, South Carolina in 1972, known for blending rock, country, jazz, and blues into a timeless sound. With a catalog of multi-platinum albums and iconic songs like “Can’t You See” and “Heard It in a Love Song,” the band has influenced generations of musicians and fans.

Fronted by founding member Doug Gray, The Marshall Tucker Band continues to tour worldwide, delivering powerful live performances rooted in authenticity and soul.

Featuring Monte Montgomery

Monte Montgomery is an award-winning guitarist and songwriter originally from Birmingham, Alabama, who rose to national attention after a standout performance on PBS’s Austin City Limits in 1999. Named one of Guitar Player Magazine’s “Top 50 All-Time Greatest Guitar Players,” he has released 12 albums and won the Austin Music Award for Best Acoustic Guitar Player seven years in a row. He is also the longtime composer and music creator for FOX’s Last Man Standing and has signature collaborations with AER and Alvarez Guitars.

Downtown Garland Square | Main Stage | May 1 | 7 PM | FREE

La Nueva Fortaleza is a Regional Mexican group formed in San Luis Potosí in 2023, created by Jesús Carrizales and produced by multi-GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY nominee Dany Fender. With a mission to modernize the norteño sax sound, they debuted with “Lagunas” and released the EP A tu Recuerdo.

Known for blending traditional norteño sax with other genres, they continue building momentum through standout collaborations and new music under the independent label Somos Voyager Music.

Featuring Cachas De Oro

Cachas de Oro is a regional Mexican group based in San Antonio, Texas, specializing in the sierreño style. United by a shared passion for traditional campirano music, the band creates original songs that showcase their own evolving sound. Their career gained momentum after appearing on Tengo Talento, Mucho Talento, drawing attention from audiences and industry professionals alike. Signed to Azteca Records, Cachas de Oro has performed on major stages across the U.S., released multiple projects, and built a strong digital following—establishing themselves as a rising force in regional Mexican music.

Downtown Garland Square | Main Stage | June 5 | 7 PM | FREE

Although Frank Hannon is known best for his work in the rock genre as the founding member and lead guitarist of the band TESLA, his love for all types of music has led him to experiment in blues, country, and folk music.

This passion has also led him to record several solo albums including "Guitarz From Marz," "Gypsy Highway," "Six-String Soldiers," and "World Peace."

Frank is also passionate about the art of producing music and has worked with numerous other artists in his Northern California studio.

Featuring Jimmy Wallace's Birthday bash

Jimmy Wallace, hailing from Oak Cliff, emerged from a vibrant musical scene influenced by legends like Stevie Ray Vaughn and Rocky Athas. Starting his guitar journey at 13, he delved into the world of rare guitars, eventually forging a lasting relationship with Gibson that birthed the iconic Jimmy Wallace Les Paul. With a career spanning collaborations with luminaries like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Johnny Winter, and more, Wallace remains deeply entrenched in music as a performer, proprietor of Jimmy Wallace Guitars in Garland, and owner of the renowned Dallas International Guitar Festival, the world's largest gathering of guitar enthusiasts.