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American Songwriter Magazine and @TravelTexas stops in at the iconic Hill Country honky-tonk, Devil’s Backbone Tavern, where Slaid serenades us with his ode to Texas and talks to owner, Robyn Ludwick about what Dancehalls and Honky Tonks mean to Texas!

Oxford American

In December 2025, we were spotlighted by Oxford American in our mission to revitalize the Tavern and its Hill Country character. Click the image to read more!

PBS

In March 2026, our dancehall was featured as the series premiere on PBS’ series, Texas Dance Halls. Click the image to watch the episode!

Billboard Magazine

Fischer, Texas made it all the way to Billboard Magazine! Devil’s Backbone Tavern was chosen as one of the proud recipients of the 2024 Music in Action grant. Click the image to read more

Texas Monthly

September 2019, written by Christian Wallace. Christian is credited with coining the now famous term “Bibulous Local” Thanks Christian! Beer is on the house.

Texas Highways Magazine

October 2021: Return of Texas’ Live Music Scene

Vogue Magazine

November 2019, “Best Old Time Honky Tonk in Texas”

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