Cary C. Banks
Cary is a professional musician, songwriter, music educator and author. As a member of the Maines Brothers Band, he was inducted into the West Texas Walk of Fame in Lubbock Texas.
As a songwriter, his songs have been recorded by The Maines Brothers Band, Jerry Jordan, Cheyenne Ward, Jeremy Crady, Floyd Brown and many others.
As an author, “Almost Like a Professional - My life and career as a West Texas Musician” is an International Award-winning autographical book.
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Our guest on More Than a Song is singer, songwriter Jim Dixon.Born and raised in New Mexico, Jim cut his musical teeth playing in honky tonks beginning at a young age.He has made an impact in Texas and beyond as a unique writer, artist and modern digital entrepreneur. -
Our guest on More Than a Song is Chris Hudgins.We will trace Chris’ journey from High School football star in Dumas Texas to his award winning songwriting career and music instructor at South Plains College.
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Our guest is singer songwriter, Darby Sparkman. We’ll trace Darby’s musical journey from her home in Quannah Texas, to her music education at South Plains College.Plus Darby's songwriting nights at The Blue Light and her musical projects with her Grammy Winning Producer and husband Adam Odor.
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Our guest is singer, songwriter, award winning guitarist and music educator Dustin Garrett. We’ll follow Dustin’s remarkable career from his childhood performances at the Cactus Theater to his work with Rick Trevino and his current position as Director of Entertainment and Music Technology Program at New Mexico Junior College.
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Our guest is singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and music educator, Jerry Serrano. Growing up in Plainview, Jerry perfected his musical talents at Texas Tech University and has become a favorite West Texas entertainer. He has been honored by the Hispanic community, is a promoter of songwriters and is currently music instructor at South Plains College.
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On this week’s episode of More Than a Song, our guest is Haydon Wiginton. Haydon is a slot receiver for the Texas Tech Red Raiders and a singer/songwriter. He grew up in a football family with both his dad and grandad being coaches. A gifted athlete, Haydon also discovered he has a talent for singing, playing guitar and writing songs . He currently balances his busy life as a college athlete and a popular country singer/songwriter. -
On this week’s episode of More Than a Song, our guest is the ever popular Lubbock music entertainer, Joy Harris. Joy shares her unique story of growing up singing and playing in her father and grandfathers’ churches, honing her music skills.While at Texas Tech she became a well respected bass player and vocalist. Joy is very much an integral part of the Lubbock Music events such as the Lubbock Centennial Celebration, the Buffalo Grass Fest and more.
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On This week’s episode of More Than a Song, our guest is West Texas singer, songwriter, amazing piano player Jonny "Keys" Hughes.Jonny talks about his early musical experiences in his church in Nacogdoches and studying music at South Plains College.He shares his current musical experiences both in popular music and his role as worship music composer and band leader .
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In this week's new episode of More Than a Song, Cary C Banks sits down with Calistro "Junior" Vasquez.A very talented West Texas singer, songwriter, actor, and minister. Junior shares his inspiring journey, from his upbringing in a migrant farmworker family to his involvement with the renowned folk-rock band, "Peyote." We delve into his diverse career, spanning from his accomplishments as a singer, stage, and film actor, to his meaningful contributions in Christian music ministry.
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On this week’s episode of More Than a Song, we’ll be visiting with Lubbock native singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Cale Richardson.Cale shares his deep local musical roots and his vast experience in the Texas Country music scene. Cale as performed with Honeybrowne, Eli Young Band, Josh Abbott Band and his own group, Cale and the 45’s.
