february 6

rian castillo

doug boggs

Rian Castillo, from Elgin, TX, discovered his passion for music early, inspired by his father. By age three, he began drumming, and singing soon became central to his artistry. As a teen, Rian performed at events, festivals, and venues, either solo or with the Rian C. Band. A multi-instrumentalist skilled in guitar and keyboards, he released his poignant album The Ocean In My World in 2018.

A 2016 graduate of the renowned South Plains College Commercial Music Program, Rian earned accolades as Male Entertainer, Songwriter, and Country Male Vocalist. He shares an impressive educational lineage with artists like LeeAnn Womack and Natalie Maines.

In 2022, Rian co-founded TX Indigo with bassist Brent Hazard, pioneering the "Tex-Mex Tonk N Roll" sound—a mix of country, rock 'n' roll, and Tejano. Whether solo or with his band, Rian’s heartfelt performances leave a lasting impression on audiences.

Doug Boggs is a celebrated vocalist and drummer with a lifelong career in country and western swing music. Starting at age 10 in his father’s band, he made his Grand Ole Opry debut at just 16. Over the years, Doug has toured the world and worked with country legends like Gene Watson, Vern Gosdin, Hank Thompson, Johnny Bush, and Tony Booth. As a member of Gene Watson’s Farewell Party Band for 13 years, he contributed to several top ten records, music videos, and TV appearances, including "Hee Haw" and the Grand Ole Opry.

In 2016, Doug released his debut album, One For The Road, featuring classic country, western swing, and jazz influences, with guest appearances by Tony Booth and Red Steagall. In 2022, he was inducted into the Western Swing Music Society of the Southwest Hall of Fame. Doug continues to perform regularly, captivating audiences with his passionate and versatile voice.