El Paso Joins Long List of Music Friendly Communities

Having completed the multi-step certification process, El Paso has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office. The Music Friendly Community program seeks to foster music business-related economic development in Texas cities and communities.

“With support from the Texas Music Office, in 2019, the Texas music industry created more than 210,000 direct and indirect permanent jobs in communities all across the Lone Star State and generated $27.3 billion in economic activity,” said Gov. Greg Abbott. “As we focus on unleashing the Lone Star State’s economic might, I am committed to working alongside our communities to ensure they have the tools needed to succeed. Music Friendly Communities certified by the Texas Music Office are serious about attracting and developing local music industry growth.”

In addition to El Paso, other cities that have received the official Music Friendly Communities designation include Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Denton, Lindale, Stephenville, Conroe, San Angelo, Nacogdoches, Abilene, McKinney, Waxahachie, Waco, Alpine, Bastrop, New Braunfels, Victoria, Arlington, Denison, Lubbock, Brenham, Dripping Springs and Round Rock.

“This official recognition will help lift local voices, attract new talent and strengthen economic development and tourism by growing the music industry in our community,” said Senator César Blanco.