ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 23, 2026) – RB’s Sound House & Art Collective will officially open its studio doors soon in Rockwall Square, bringing a vibrant new space dedicated to supporting local musicians, producers, and visual artists. Founded by Randy Aragon (artist name Russo Binks), RB’s Sound House is a grassroots effort to cultivate culture and creativity right here in Rockwall.
With a fully equipped recording studio, an inviting art gallery, small music/comedy venue, and a mission to foster collaboration and community, RB’s Sound House invites Rockwall-area artists, their teams, and fans to discover a unique creative home. The soft opening party (invite-only) is scheduled for Feb 6th featuring live performances, gallery exhibits, and opportunities to network and celebrate local talent.
“RB’s Sound House was created to give artists a professional and welcoming space to grow and share their work,” said Russo Binks, founder. “We’re excited to contribute to Rockwall’s cultural scene and help bring diverse voices into the spotlight.”
Residents and visitors can explore:
– Professional Recording Studio: Flexible booking for musicians at all levels with in-house recording and mixing engineers
– Art Gallery: Showcasing visual art from local creators
– Events & Workshops: Open mics, music and voice lessons, live music/comedy events and fun mixology, paint and sip classes, and so much more.
RB’s Sound House is located at 206 E Washington St in Rockwall Square. To learn more, book studio time, or attend the launch event, contact Kirsten Kirk at 214-799-9073 or rbsoundhouse@gmail.com
About the founder Randy Aragon (Russo Binks)
Russo Binks isn’t just another rapper; he’s a storyteller, a survivor, and a symbol of resilience. With a past full of challenges and a future bursting with potential, Russo is on a mission to share his story with the world. His music is a testament to the human spirit’s ability to persevere.
Russo Binks was born in West Denver, in an area riddled with crime and poverty. As a kid, Russo never bought into the circumstances of his environment, refusing to join gangs and be involved in the negativity surrounding him. Even back then, he was a dreamer who saw himself as a force of nature who longed for more. His childhood was far from ordinary, shaped by adversity that would leave a lasting imprint on his life and artistry.
The most defining moments of Russo’s life came with personal loss. At just nine years old, he held his older brother in his arms as he passed away from a heart condition while they played football with neighborhood kids. The heartbreak didn’t stop there. At 18, Russo witnessed his cousin Mario’s tragic death after he was hit by a drunk driver while they were riding motorcycles and dragged for nearly 100 yards right in front of his eyes. These devastating events fueled Russo’s descent into severe alcoholism – a coping mechanism for the pain he carried. He drank daily for nearly a decade before finally putting the bottle down at age 28.
Despite the weight of these experiences, Russo found solace in writing. What began as poetry evolved into the foundation of his music career. For Russo, writing wasn’t and isn’t just a creative outlet – it’s a lifeline, a way to process grief and transform his pain into something meaningful.
The name “Russo Binks” carries deep personal significance. It’s a tribute to two individuals who played pivotal roles in Russo’s life. His brother, affectionately called Russo, and his uncle Binks, who was tragically murdered seven years ago, inspired the moniker. Combining their nicknames into his stage name, Russo honors their memory every time he steps into the booth, making his music a living testament to their impact on his life.
Life has been a series of obstacles for Russo, but his ability to overcome them showcases a remarkable level of determination. From witnessing multiple deaths to battling drug and alcohol addiction, Russo’s journey to sobriety stands out as one of his greatest achievements. 10 years sober, he credits his success to sheer grit and an unwavering belief in his ability to overcome and God. During the creation of RB’s Sound House, a close friend who helped him get sober and demanded he got back into music 10 years ago, tragically took his own life, something that completely shocked him but also fueled the flames of resilience. He fell off ladders, cried tears of pain and joy, bled, sweated, and had many sleepless nights.
All of this is what led to creation of RB’s Sound House & Art Collective, a venture that he took on completely on his own with an extremely thin budget and many people thinking he was crazy. He took everything he had, sold off anything he could sell, got the building, and put it all into a project that many thought wouldn’t be possible all while still working a full-time job at The Downing Bottles and Bites. What they were missing, was how special of a community Rockwall is and the power we have with a solid support system around us. Many in the community rallied behind him to help with anything they could. Whether it was donating supplies, helping with grunt work, or just offering emotional support, there was always someone from the community showing up to offer their help. His family showed up for him every step of the way, his community showed up for him at every turn, and his best friend flew all the way from Portland to help him completely transform the building.
A story of divine intervention and the power of God, Russo Binks even learned that his great, great, great, grandmother and grandfather were married right in front of the Downtown Rockwall Old Court House building during the process of creating RB’s Sound House. After his mother did a DNA test one year ago, only figure out her thought to be dad wasn’t her biological father, she traced the lineage and was completely surprised to learn this information just three weeks ago. He previously thought he had no ties to Texas; little did he know, his ancestors were calling him back to this very spot to create something beautiful…
Submitted press release by Kirsten Kirk, Head of Artist Development, Engineer, RB’s Sound House & Art Collective.
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