The Cowboy Ain't Dead Yet!

The Cowboy Ain't Dead Yet!

Starring RJ VANDYGRIFF as "JOE TEXAS"
LIVE! and on YOUR STAGE
Rj Vandygriff Performance Collage

A LIVE Stage Show Like No Other!

An inspiring, highly acclaimed one man musical comedy about the most fascinating character to ever ride across the pages of history, the American Cowboy.

Joe Texas dispels the rumor the cowboy is a dying breed. Through songs, stories and poems, Joe will share the true story of the cowboy not the Hollywood version.

It is a show not to be missed! Joe sings, twirls a rope, plays harmonica, banjo, guitar and throws in a few dance steps. His expressions have been compared to the legendary comic, Red Skelton, his wit to Will Rogers and his soulful vocal delivery is pure joy to the ear.

The set is simple, a campfire, saddle, corral fence and a couple of steer heads but it’s extremely effective. The show is adaptable to any size venue, large or small, inside or out.

Experience the West as never before! Joe keeps the audiences laughing and touching stories will bring tears to your eyes. It’s unique, fast paced and fun! Definitely can broaden your audience, therefore producing a profit on your bottom line.

Audiences of all ages from all walks of life from Portland to Paris, from Chicago to San Antonio agree this show is a "WINNER!"

What "Lonesome Dove" is to film, "The Cowboy Ain't Dead Yet!" is to live theater!

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Upcoming Events

Checkout where RJ will be and what he's doing...
20Apr
Saturday
Darrouzett School Auditorium
Main Street
Darrouzett, Texas 79024
26Apr
Friday

Private

Private event

Venue TBD
Brentwood, TN 37024
31May
Friday
Private Venue
Ft. Worth, TX 76104
18Jul
Thursday

Concert In The Park

Family friendly concert

Veterans Memorial Park
3305 E. Fry Blvd
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
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Meet RJ Vandygriff

Almost 35 years into "The Cowboy Ain't Dead Yet" - and a lifetime of experiences in creating award-winning cowboy entertainment, RJ Vandygriff is an entertainer's entertainer. We invite you to learn about the journey of this unique cowboy and troubadour.

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Rjv Singing Into Microphone While Pointing to Crowd January 24th, 2024

Rangeland Fire Relief Benefit Show

Sunday, April 21st I'll join Michael Martin Murphy, Lyle Lovett, Ed Montana & R. W. Hampton in Amarillo, TX at the Starlight Ranch Event Center for a dinner & concert to benefit all those who lost so much to the fires that raged through the panhandle. A lot of folks
Charles Front Cover January 23rd, 2024

New CD Released

RJ has saddled up in the studio one more time for his latest album "We Were Cowboys”. Available Now! Critics agree this is one of his best. You can order your CD here or download it from Spotify, Apple, ITunes, Amazon or cdbaby.com.
International Wester Music Association Logo January 23rd, 2024

RJ Vandygriff-2023 IWMA Award

Sometimes you do what you love, and people take notice of your work. Thank you to the International Western Music Association for your 2023 Songwriter of the Year Award! 

We Don't Rent Pigs.

But You Can Still Get a Great Entertainer!

RJ is also available for concert performances for festivals & other events. Perfect for singer/songwriter nights, private parties, corporate events, fairs, and much more.

Just CONTACT RJ below, and let's talk about your event!

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Rj Vandygriff Cowboy Aint Albums 2

The Mercantile

From Gospel classics to Cowboy favorites to excerpts from the award-winning stage show, order up your CDs to enjoy anytime!

What People Say...

Candy Moulton

This Texas cowboy takes you from Lipscomb to Dalhart in this tribute to the American Cowboy. The powerful songs come from a one man, one act musical that Vandygriff performs and they are very much a story of ranching, rodeoing, and cowboying. A collection that is an absolute keeper. I can recommend this one without reservation.


American Cowboy Magazine

Charles Moster

Our audience at Theatre Victoria absolutely loved ’The Cowboy Ain’t Dead Yet’." Response was literally 100% positive after the show with the singular question being, "When is the Cowboy coming back?". We’ll make sure that happens next year!


Producing Artistic Director - Theatre Victoria @ The Welder Center Victoria, Texas

Michael Martin Murphy

R.J. Vandygriff portrays the American cowboy with talent and authenticity; he can write, sing and he’s the real thing!


Singer / Songwriter