On a warm July evening at Frisco Freedom Fest, 17-year-old Tristan Roberson stepped onstage with his guitar, ready to share his brand of Texas country with thousands of listeners.
For the teenager from Frisco, it was another milestone in a year filled with new experiences, from touring across the state to starting his senior year of high school. His passion for music has been evident since childhood, even if sharing it with a wider audience was not always part of the plan.
Roberson said his parents noticed his musical instincts from a young age, as he would stand on top of tables and sing for everyone to hear. He never considered sharing his talents until his friend suggested he try out TikTok…