Brandon “Broke String” Burnett, a luminary in the Texas music scene, brings a profound and eclectic musical journey to the forefront with his band, dubbed, The Big Iron Boys. Raised just south of Fort Worth, Broke String channels the spirit of Texas Country while infusing it with the rebellious energy of punk and a soulful grit. His distinctive style, characterized by a country crooner's soul,  and a punk rock attitude, propels his songs into the ethereal realms of rootsy rock and psychedelia, a genre they affectionately call "cosmic country." The Fort Worth Weekly aptly described their sound as “Swampy spaghetti western." Rooted in the rich musical tapestry of Texas, Broke String draws inspiration from legendary figures like Townes Van Zandt and WIlie Nelson, whose storytelling prowess and emotional depth have left a mark on his craft. The raw, bluesy spirit of Stevie Ray Vaughan, courses through the veins of the band, infusing their music with a fiery intensity that adds a unique edge to their cosmic country sound. As the visionary behind the band, Broke String has intentionally explored the intersection of dark western vibes and the moody, traditional tones of old-school country. This exploration is vividly showcased in the band's full-length album, “Doppelganger,” a 12-track opus that invites listeners into the expansive cosmos of Broke String's musical vision. The band's live performances, dynamic and immersive, have resonated across the DFW metroplex, sharing stages with both local and touring acts. Including opening for the seminal punk roots band Legendary Shack Shakers. The band's artistic merit was recognized with a Travel Grant from Hear Fort Worth, in 2023 and 2024. Helping to fund merch and hotel rooms on the road. Broke String and crew were nominated in multiple categories for the Fort Worth Weekly Music Awards in 2023 and 2024, including Best Americana Band and Best Song and Music Video for “Trainwreck”, directed by All Hallows Productions. In 2023 the band's drummer, John Paul Thomas, clinched a Panthy for Best Drummer, underscoring their impact on the local music scene. In April 2024 Broke String announced his collaboration with Datalus Studios to write a collection of songs based on their independent Western film Harsh Treatment. The film debuted with a sold out showing at the Violet Crown Theater in Dallas as part of the Dallas International Film Festival. The song “Rattlesnake Moon” was chosen to debut in the movie with the film being scored by the legendary composer Bruce Broughton. In October 2024 the film was selected to screen at The Wild Bunch Film Festival in Tucson, Arizona. The movie was nominated and won several awards including Director's Choice for Best Original Song for “Rattlesnake Moon”. Broke String and his band made their festival debut at Dan's Silverleaf for Thin Line Fest 2024 opening for pivotal Dallas Cowpunk band The Vandoliers. The band debuted new songs from their album"Bloodveins." The album was tracked, mixed, and mastered by Clint Niosi at Orange Otter Audio in Fort Worth, TX. The band celebrated the release of their second Full Length album, BLOODVEINS, at Tulips Fort Worth on Saturday, October 26th with Sam Morrow and J Isaiah Evans and The Boss Tweed. Following the release of the album, Broke String and The Big Iron embarked on their first ever out of state tour consisting of 8 Midwest dates, hitting Milwaukee, WI and Chicago, IL with fellow songwriters WT Newton and Pat Reedy. Upon returning home Broke String opened a home town show for legendary songwriter and performer Pat Green. Broke String's journey continues to unfold, promising a sonic experience that transcends traditional musical boundaries.