This fall, Downtown Temple, Texas, will come alive with the sights, sounds, and smoky flavors of the Tanglefoot Music & BBQ Festival, a brand-new celebration of country music and championship barbecue. Set for September 12–13, 2025, the two-day festival will take over the MLK Festival Grounds with top-tier talent, regional BBQ legends, and a full-scale production led by the event’s visionary promoter—Soundskilz.

Known for producing standout festivals and large-scale live events across the country, Soundskilz is bringing their unmatched expertise in event planning, artist booking, and production logistics to Central Texas for this debut event. With a lineup that includes headliners Parker McCollum and Cody Jinks, alongside icons like Robert Earl Keen, Randy Rogers Band, Mark Chesnutt, Jack Ingram, and Corey Kent, Soundskilz has curated a musical experience that blends rising stars with legendary names in country and Americana.

 

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This fall, Downtown Temple, Texas, will come alive with the sights, sounds, and smoky flavors of the Tanglefoot Music & BBQ Festival, a brand-new celebration of country music and championship barbecue. Set for September 12–13, 2025, the two-day festival will take over the MLK Festival Grounds with top-tier talent, regional BBQ legends, and a full-scale production led by the event’s visionary promoter—Soundskilz.

Known for producing standout festivals and large-scale live events across the country, Soundskilz is bringing their unmatched expertise in event planning, artist booking, and production logistics to Central Texas for this debut event. With a lineup that includes headliners Parker McCollum and Cody Jinks, alongside icons like Robert Earl Keen, Randy Rogers Band, Mark Chesnutt, Jack Ingram, and Corey Kent, Soundskilz has curated a musical experience that blends rising stars with legendary names in country and Americana.

But music is just half the story. Tanglefoot will feature pitmasters from across the U.S., representing distinct BBQ styles from Texas, Memphis, Kansas City, and the Carolinas. With two outdoor stages and dozens of food and craft vendors, the weekend promises to be a full sensory experience—and Soundskilz is making sure every element is carefully produced and perfectly executed.

In addition to managing the festival’s full-scale logistics, Soundskilz also developed the official Tanglefoot website and brand identity. Their in-house team crafted the logo, visual style, and social media assets that have already helped generate early buzz. Coupled with a strategic marketing campaign that spans digital advertising, social content, and traditional media outreach, the event has been building anticipation since its announcement in April.

As a promoter, Soundskilz is no stranger to crafting memorable events from the ground up—and Tanglefoot Music & BBQ Festival is shaping up to be a signature addition to their portfolio. With high-impact talent, culinary excellence, and flawless production, Soundskilz is creating more than a festival—they’re building a new tradition in the heart of Texas.

Mark your calendars, Temple. This September, the party starts with Tanglefoot—and Soundskilz is bringing the smoke.

But music is just half the story. Tanglefoot will feature pitmasters from across the U.S., representing distinct BBQ styles from Texas, Memphis, Kansas City, and the Carolinas. With two outdoor stages and dozens of food and craft vendors, the weekend promises to be a full sensory experience—and Soundskilz is making sure every element is carefully produced and perfectly executed.

In addition to managing the festival’s full-scale logistics, Soundskilz also developed the official Tanglefoot website and worked with Fried Design to develop brand identity. Coupled with a strategic marketing campaign with Grayscale Marketing that spans digital advertising, social content, and traditional media outreach, the event has been building anticipation since its announcement in April.

As a promoter, Soundskilz is no stranger to crafting memorable events from the ground up—and Tanglefoot Music & BBQ Festival is shaping up to be a signature addition to their portfolio. With high-impact talent, culinary excellence, and flawless production, Soundskilz is creating more than a festival—they’re building a new tradition in the heart of Texas.

Mark your calendars, Temple. This September, the party starts with Tanglefoot—and Soundskilz is bringing the smoke.