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FOR RELEASE: Start the Journey Youth Voice Finalists

Finalists Named for “Start the Journey” Youth Voice Competition presented by the Ramblin’ Roads Music Festival
Finalists to Compete at Arlington Music Hall

Part of the Three-Day Celebration of 60 Music Acts at 18 Venues + Special Events in
Downtown Arlington, October 1-3, 2021

(ARLINGTON, Texas – Sept. 27, 2021) – Sixteen local North Texas young adults, ages 14-19, have been named finalists for the Start the Journey Youth Voice Competition by the Ramblin’ Roads Music Festival. The Start the Journey finalists were chosen by a special committee including faculty and representatives of the Music Industry Studies Department at The University of Texas at Arlington. At 2 pm this Sunday, Oct. 3, the specially selected finalists will advance to the Start the Journey competition performance at Arlington Music Hall, the same stage where many legendary artists like Maren Morris and Leann Rimes have kickstarted their music careers. The public is invited to this free event and no tickets are required to attend the performance.

The Start the Journey Youth Voice Competition finalists are:

Amy Hoemke, Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy, Grand Prairie ISD

Anyssa McDonald, Summit High School, Mansfield ISD

Camille Breitenstein, Martin High School, Arlington ISD

Dylan Dalton, Martin High School, Arlington ISD

Emylie Althoff, Haltom High School, Birdville ISD

Erica Fulbright, Greenhill School, Addison, Texas

Ilanna Feldman, Greenhill School, Addison, Texas

Julia Suazo, Haltom High School, Birdville ISD

Kiara Mullin, Martin High School, Arlington ISD

Landon Hodges, The Oakridge School, Arlington, Texas

Lucan Lopez, Greenhill School, Addison, Texas

Mallory Rose Gomez, Lamar High School, Arlington ISD

Miki Hooper, Keller High School, Keller ISD

Riley Gilbreath, North Crowley High School, Crowley ISD

Finalists are competing for the title of Best Vocalist in each of the four teams as well as a Fan Favorite, chosen by the audience. One winner will be selected from each group and receive $250. The overall Grand Prize Winner will also receive $500. In addition to the cash prize, each winner will receive a recording session at The Cove Studios, a professional recording studio, and an opportunity to perform live as part of an opening act at the Levitt Pavilion Arlington.

The “Start the Journey” Youth Voice Competition is part of the 2021 Ramblin’ Roads Music Festival, a celebration of all the diverse music, people, and memories that come together for the best American road trip. Debuting October 1 – 3, 2021 in Arlington, a designated State of Texas Music Friendly Community, attendees will enjoy an eclectic mix of live music throughout the three-day festival featuring Levitt Pavilion, Arlington Music Hall, Texas Live!, and 15+ venues and various hosted events including Jazz in the Park, Urban Artisan Market, “Start the Journey” Youth Voice Competition, Classic Car Show and Sunday Gospel Brunch. Founded and coordinated by the Downtown Arlington organization, Ramblin’ Roads is created through the collaboration of the community and its many businesses that make up Downtown Arlington. This year’s schedule is available on the festival’s website, RamblinRoadsFest.com.