Tyler Childers, Miranda Lambert, Randy Rogers And More To Join Robert Earl Keen For Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Concert

Following the devastating floods that took place in the Texas Hill Country earlier this month, Robert Earl Keen, a Texas native himself from the very same area impacted, is stepping up to help those affected by the disaster. The beloved troubadour has rallied a powerful lineup of friends and fellow artists for a one-night-only fundraising event dubbed Buc-ee’s Presents Robert Earl Keen and Friends: Applause for the Cause. 

The event will take place on August 28th at Whitewater Amphitheater, just outside of New Braunfels, Texas. Keen will take the stage with special guest Tyler Childers, in addition to a special trio set from Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, and Jack Ingram.

Other performers include Cross Canadian Ragweed, Randy Rogers, Ryan Bingham, Ray Wylie Hubbard, and more. These acts, many of whom have strong ties to the Lonestar State, will lend their talents in an effort to raise money for the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.

“This is a star-studded lineup with music starting in the mid-afternoon and lasting far into the night,” says Keen. “We must help everyone as much as we can, for as long as we can.” 

Beaver Aplin, founder of Buc-ee’s, echoes Keen, “We are pleased to have the opportunity to support the relief efforts of so many for our beloved Hill Country. The tragedies are beyond belief.” Aplin continues, “Buc-ee’s teaming with Robert Earl Keen and friends for this benefit concert just seemed like the right thing to do. When we learned 100 percent of our commitment goes to the Community Foundation of the Hill Country, we were all in.” 

Doors will open at 3 pm, followed by Lloyd Maines and his Austin City Limits Band with special guest vocalists kicking things off. Once the sun sets, those in attendance will be treated to full-band sets from music legends hailing from Texas and beyond. The evening will close with very special performance by Robert Earl Keen and Tyler Childers.

General admission tickets priced at $99 as well as reserved seating tickets going for $200 will go on sale Friday, July 18th, at noon Central.

One hundred percent of the proceeds from Applause for the Cause will be put towards the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. Additionally, at the time of purchase, attendees will be given the special opportunity to buy a ticket for a local first responder to attend the coveted event. For those interested, these special first responder tickets can be purchased and gifted without attending the event. More information on all ticket options can be found at whitewaterrocks.com.  

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The event is made possible with generous support from Whitewater Amphitheater, Miller Pro AVL, C.C. Creations, artist Dorothy Nottingham, and Buc-ee’s, which has already pledged a $1 million donation to the relief effort. To make a direct contribution to the Community Foundation, please click here. 

Organizers revealed that more details regarding artist announcements, additional fundraisers, and information regarding how to watch Applause for the Cause from the comfort of your own home via Veeps will be provided soon. Learn more at whitewaterrocks.com and robertearlkeen.com. 

Buc-ee’s Presents Robert Earl Keen and Friends: Applause for the Cause Full Lineup:

Robert Earl Keen with special guest Tyler Childers

Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, and Jack Ingram (performing together)

Cross Canadian Ragweed

Aaron Watson

Catie Offerman

Cleto Cordero

Cody Jinks

Hayes Carll

Jamestown Revival

Jamey Johnson

Jason Boland

Josh Abbott 

KAZIMI

Kelsey Waldon

Kolton Moore

Pug Johnson

Radney Foster

Randy Rogers

Ray Wylie Hubbard

Ryan Bingham

Sarah Jarosz

Terry Allen

Vincent Neil Emerson

William Clark Green

Josh Weathers

Kyle Park

Rob Baird

The Texas Trio