See Inside Koe Wetzel’s Riot Room Houston
This two-story venue spans 8,000 square feet.
Koe Wetzel’s Riot Room; Photo by Motion Theory Media
Country rocker Koe Wetzel celebrated the official grand opening of Koe Wetzel’s Riot Room Houston on Friday, June 20 amid back-to-back direct support slots on Morgan Wallen’s I’m The Problem Tour at NRG Stadium.
Building on the success of the original Riot Room in Fort Worth, the new Houston location takes things to the next level with an immersive experience inside an 8,000-square-foot, two-story venue.
Located right in the heart of Midtown Houston, Riot Room can host nearly 700 guests and is designed with the Texas native’s edgy spirit in mind. The venue breaks the mold with bold, one-of-a-kind features that reflect his rebellious spirit.
Inside, a full-sized pontoon boat brings laid-back lake vibes straight into the club, while a DJ booth built into a Ford pickup engine bay adds a gritty, unexpected twist.
Fans can snap photos in a custom-built jail cell or atop a bucking bull, both designed for unforgettable moments.
Outside, a vintage pickup truck is suspended on the building’s exterior, making a striking first impression, and Wetzel’s lyrics glow in neon throughout the space, setting the tone for a truly immersive experience. The venue also showcases exclusive photos and memorabilia that give fans a deeper connection to Wetzel and his music.
To top it all off, Riot Room Houston features an upgraded kitchen with a brand-new menu, including Houston-only items that make this location unlike any other.
Koe Wetzel continues to ride a career high following the success of his fifth studio album, 9 Lives, and its lead single “High Road” (feat. Jessie Murph). The track marked Wetzel’s debut at Country radio and went on to hold the No. 1 spot for five weeks. Additionally, “High Road” became his fastest song to reach RIAA Platinum status to date.
On the personal front, Wetzel is soaking up life as a new dad to daughter Woods Madison Wetzel, who was born on May 23rd.
Next up, Wetzel is slated to perform at several high profile festivals, including Windy City Smokeout, Country Concert, Headwaters Country Jam, and Boots and Hearts Music Festival. Later, he will join HARDY’s Jim Bob World Tour.
Lauren Jo Black, a University of Central Florida graduate, has immersed herself in the world of country music for over 15 years. In 2008, she co-founded CountryMusicIsLove, eventually selling it to a major record label in 2015. Following the rebranding of the website to Sounds Like Nashville, Black served as Editor-in-Chief for two and a half years. Currently, she assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief at Country Now and oversees Country Now’s content and digital footprint. Her extensive experience also encompasses her previous role as a Country Music Expert Writer for Answers.com and her work being featured on Forbes.com. She’s been spotlighted among Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. Black also spent time in front of the camera as host of Country Now Live, which brought live music directly to fans in 2021 when the majority of concerts were halted due to the pandemic. During this time, she hosted 24 weeks of live concerts via Country Now Live on Twitch with special guests such as Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Jordan Davis, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of conducting interviews with some of the industry’s most prominent stars, including Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and many others. Lauren Jo Black is a longtime member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
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