Music lovers, get ready to feel the rumble, because the 2nd Annual Ark-La-Tex Battle of the Bands is bringing the heat back to downtown Texarkana Saturday, September 20 in a showdown that promises big prize money and even bigger braggin’ rights.
Presented by Recovery Road Productions in partnership with Texarkana Resources for the Disabled, this electrifying event will showcase 10 regional bands going head-to-head for the title of the best in the Four States—and beyond.
This year’s lineup is packed with local favorites and up-and-coming talent:
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Stevie Ray and the Deacon
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Hailey Wright Band
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The Heavy Letdowns
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Grass Stain
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Wasted Talent
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Poor Man’s Poets
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Revelry
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Jase Bryant Band
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Wyatt Dillon Band
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Bridging the Gap
From country to rock, blues to southern soul to praise—each act will take the stage with one mission: blow the crowd away.
The battle takes place at Hopkins Icehouse, 301 E. 3rd Street, on September 20 with vendors, food trucks, cold drinks, and community energy you can’t bottle. Whether you come hungry for food, music, or both—you’ll leave satisfied.
More than just a music competition, the event highlights the incredible work of Texarkana Resources for the Disabled, a nonprofit organization serving individuals with disabilities in our region. From job placement to skills training, the impact they make in our community is both inspiring and life-changing.
“This is more than just a concert—it’s a celebration of local talent and local purpose,” said a spokesperson from Recovery Road Productions. “We’re proud to partner with Texarkana Resources to bring music and mission together.”
So mark your calendars, invite your friends, and bring the whole crew to support the bands, the cause, and the city that keeps showing up with heart.
Don’t miss it—Texarkana’s loudest night of the year is about to go down!
