Make no mistake about it, Rich O'Toole is a showman. Even at the mere age of 23, he commands the attention of an audience like that of a seasoned veteran, drawing you in with every guitar lick and making you linger on truity of his words.

In just a short time, Rich O'Toole has gone from an underground phenomenon of the college scene to the new "It" kid of the Texas Country/Americana world. Opening up for established bands like Reckless Kelley and Randy Rogers Band, Rich has been touring relentlessly serving up what can only be described as his own brand of electrifying country rock-n-roll.

While attending college at Texas A&M University, Rich turned his attention to his guitar and soon found himself out in front of the crowd again, this time as the front man of his own band. Trading in his baseball glove for a guitar has proved fruitful for the Aggie grad. Last year he teamed up with Grammy nominated producer Mack Damon to record his debut record appropriately titled "Seventeen," Rich's lucky number.

The result of his hard work is evidenced in his early success. His debut single "Queen of the Misfits" has already gone top 5 on the Texas Music Chart and the Texas Regional Radio report after having been on the chart a short time.

And while all of this might sound impressive, Rich O'Toole is just warming up. Known for his high-octane shows, dedication to his craft, and workaholic mentality, the sky truly is the limit for this rising singer/songwriter.

San Angelo local band Buckshot Bradley opens.