On November 13, the Randy Rogers Band brought their signature country sound to the historic Cheatham Street Warehouse in San Marcos, TX, for a special benefit concert. The event celebrated the rich legacy of Texas music while supporting two meaningful scholarship programs: The Kent Finlay Legacy Endowed Scholarship in Texas Music History and the Tommy Foote Memorial Scholarship Fund.
This star-studded evening featured performances by country music’s brightest stars, including Jon Pardi, William Beckmann, Tucker Wetmore, Priscilla Block, and Austin Snell. Thanks to the funds raised during Cheatham Street Warehouse’s 50th Anniversary Street Party on October 20, 2024, $37,500 was donated to each scholarship, for a total of $75,000.
Supporting the Legacy of Texas Music
The Kent Finlay Legacy Endowed Scholarship in Texas Music History was created in 2018 by Darcy and Rick Hardy, Randy Rogers, the Randy Rogers Band, and Cheatham Street Partners, LLC. The scholarship aims to enhance music history education at Texas State University, honoring the legacy of Kent Finlay, the late founder of Cheatham Street Warehouse.
Similarly, the Tommy Foote Memorial Scholarship supports Texas State University students in the College of Liberal Arts who are committed to preserving and studying Texas music heritage. Both scholarships ensure that future generations can continue to celebrate and document the rich traditions of Texas music.
The Randy Rogers Band: A Legacy of Texas Country
Founded in San Marcos, TX, the Randy Rogers Band has spent more than 20 years representing the spirit of Texas country music. The band, led by singer-songwriter Randy Rogers, includes Geoffrey Hill (guitar), Jon Richardson aka Johnny Chops (bass), Brady Black (fiddle), Les Lawless (drums), and Todd Stewart (multi-instrumentalist). Together, they’ve released nine studio albums, achieved hundreds of millions of global streams, and earned a reputation for electrifying live performances.
With a career that includes seven Billboard Hot Country Songs singles, five Top 10 albums on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, and numerous Texas Country Radio No. 1 hits, the Randy Rogers Band has firmly established itself as a Texas music powerhouse.
Their 2022 album Homecoming marked a return to their roots, reuniting with their original producer, Radney Foster. The album received critical praise, with American Songwriter describing it as a project that “shines a light on where they’ve been and how far they’ve come.” Hook & Barrel highlighted its “classic sound, brawny and melodic,” a hallmark of the band’s enduring appeal.
As they celebrate the 20th anniversary of their sophomore album Rollercoaster, the Randy Rogers Band continues to honor their storied past while looking ahead to a bright future in Texas country music.
A Milestone for Cheatham Street Warehouse
The benefit concert is just one part of Cheatham Street Warehouse’s ongoing 50th-anniversary celebrations. This iconic venue has long been a cornerstone of the Texas music scene, fostering legendary artists and supporting the next generation of musicians.
With their heartfelt contributions to scholarships and their unforgettable music, the Randy Rogers Band and their collaborators exemplify the spirit of Texas country music—a tradition that Cheatham Street Warehouse proudly upholds.
