Fort Worth Musicians Set to Perform at the 6th Annual Cowtown GitDown
Fort Worth returns to Music City for the 6th Annual Cowtown GitDown, bringing eleven local musicians to one of the country’s premier Americana gatherings. The free showcase takes place at Tennessee Brew Works on Thursday, September 17 from 11:30 a.m.–7p.m.
The Cowtown GitDown is more than a music showcase; it’s a strategic destination marketing investment for Fort Worth. By taking Fort Worth musicians to one of the country’s most influential music industry gatherings, Visit Fort Worth places the city’s creative identity in front of thousands of artists, industry leaders, media, and fans from around the nation.
“When Fort Worth artists take the stage at AMERICANAFEST, they’re not just performing, they’re serving as ambassadors for a city with a deep, authentic music identity,” said Tom Martens, vice president of creative & music for Visit Fort Worth. “We’re dedicated to giving our local artists a national platform, and in doing so, we invite music fans, journalists, and industry leaders from across the country to discover the city that shaped the sound.”
Eleven Fort Worth musicians will take the stage throughout the day and the line-up includes:
- Oscar-nominated Abraham Alexander
- Matthew McNeal
- .Marcel.
- Mollie Danel
- Bolton Serunjogi
- Simon Flory
- Michael Lee & The Wartime Limousine
- Cut Throat Finches
- Lincoln Swanzy
- TRVR?
- Christian Carlos Carvajal & The 300
“Fort Worth gave me a foundation I couldn’t have built anywhere else; the community, the venues, and the people who show up for each other,” said Matthew McNeal, Fort Worth musician. “Americana takes everything happening in Fort Worth and puts it directly in front of the people who need to see it. Events like this change how people think about our city and for musicians trying to decide where to build a career and a life, that perception matters more than most people realize.”
The full Cowtown GitDown experience extends beyond the stage. Guests will enjoy complimentary food and cocktails courtesy of Fort Worth-based La Pulga Spirits, a Printed Threads on-site t-shirt customization and 95.9 The Ranch, the largest Americana radio station in Texas, will be on the ground capturing interviews and content for a future broadcas
About Visit Fort Worth Visit Fort Worth is the official destination marketing organization of the 10th largest city in the United States, dedicated to promoting Fort Worth as a premier business and leisure destination with thriving centers of creativity, culture and commerce. Visit Fort Worth is the parent organization of The Fort Worth Herd, the Fort Worth Film Commission, Fort Worth Sports Commission and music initiative Hear Fort Worth.
About Hear Fort Worth Hear Fort Worth is a division of Visit Fort Worth and the official home of the Fort Worth Music Office, established in 2016 to support, elevate, and connect with the city’s local music community. Through artist development programs including music travel grants, industry showcases at national festivals, and partnerships with local studios and radio, Hear Fort Worth positions Fort Worth musicians as brand ambassadors, exporting the city’s sound to national stages while building its reputation as a premier music destination.
In 2017, Fort Worth became the first city in Texas, designated music-friendly by the Office of the Governor’s Texas Music Office. In partnership with JPS Health Network, Hear Fort Worth also launched Sound Care, providing income-based, affordable healthcare to musicians and music industry workers across Tarrant County.
In 2025, the Americana Music Association named Fort Worth its Spotlight City at AMERICANAFEST® in Nashville, honoring the city’s growing influence in the Americana scene and its deep roots in Texas music tradition. Learn more at FortWorth.com/music
