Monte Warden and The Wagoneers Have Reunited
The Austin singer-songwriter brings his band back to the Broken Spoke on September 25, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Country
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Local singer-songwriter Monte Warden has reunited with his band The Wagoneers to record new material, marking their first collaboration since the 1980s. Warden’s latest album, Doghouse Flowers, currently holds a spot on the charts.
Why it matters
The reunion marks a return for the iconic country act, which has not recorded together in decades. Fans can see the group perform live as Warden continues a busy year that included two appearances at the Grand Ole Opry.
The album Doghouse Flowers sits at No. 32 after eight weeks, while its titular single ranks at No. 12 after 18 weeks on the charts.
The players
Monte Warden
An Austin-based singer-songwriter and frontman for the band The Wagoneers.
The Wagoneers
A country band reuniting to record new music for the first time since the 1980s.
The details
The Wagoneers are back in the studio for the first time since the 1980s. Warden has also refreshed his sound by re-recording the song Stout N' High for his latest release. Beyond his local commitments, Warden recently expanded his reach with a performance at the Big Barn Dance Festival in Taos, New Mexico, and two sets at the Grand Ole Opry in 2026.
Timeline
The Wagoneers last recorded music together in the 1980s.
Warden performed at the Grand Ole Opry twice in 2026.
Warden performs at the Broken Spoke on September 25, 2026.
The Texas Context
This reunion marks a direct return to the 1980s country music scene in Austin, echoing the city's legacy of roots and country revival. It follows a pattern of heritage acts leveraging their historical ties to the region to find renewed success on national charts.
Fans can catch the group live during their scheduled performance at the Broken Spoke on September 25, 2026. Those following the album's progress can continue to track its climb on the music charts.
The takeaway
Monte Warden’s current chart success demonstrates a sustained interest in his roots-country sound. Watch for updates on upcoming tour dates at the Broken Spoke and additional recording news from The Wagoneers.
What happens next
Warden is scheduled to perform at the Broken Spoke on September 25, 2026.
Further reading
Keep up with the latest local country music news and tour announcements in our Austin Country section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KXAN.
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