Houston rapper Marqus Clae performs at Texas Smoke Break Fest (Via Doogie Roux)

While we're still currently in the midst of a global pandemic, I never thought I'd see the day I'd be able to enjoy a concert like I used to.

I always had ever-looming questions about what a concert would look like post-pandemic: "Can we really stand next to each other? Will we have to wear masks?" or "How do you socially distance with seating?"

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But Gas God's Texas Smoke Break Fest made it happen without a hitch. The group, whose goal is to challenge what it means to be a cannabis consumer through the arts, fashion, music, and education, did just that with its music festival on Saturday.

The music festival marks one of the first live music events to happen after Governor Greg Abbott ended the mask mandate and allowed businesses to reopen at 100 percent capacity.

While I was slightly apprehensive about attending my first live concert in person, upon arrival I noticed just how socially distant this concert would be. The socially distanced event gave temperature checks upon entry and requested guests wear masks.

White Oak Music Hall's GRID system in action for Texas Smoke Break Fest Saturday March 20, 2021.  (Photo Via Elliot Guidry)

The musical festival adapted to the times using White Oak Music Hall's GRID system, where festival-goers were able to purchase sections of White Oak's lawn, to enjoy with friends.

While the thought of the grid separation seems like a killjoy, fans were still able to enjoy the show, especially with the lineup the Gas God's brand had in store.

The smoke-friendly endeavor brought out a large crowd for the sold-out event. Festival-goers were able to enjoy music from local acts like Marqus Clae and Big Jade as well as Houston OGs Devin The Dude and Slim Thug.

Devin The Dude performs at Texas Smoke Break Fest in Houston, Saturday March 20, 2021. (Photo Via Elliot Guidry)

Also in the musical lineup was San Antonio native 7098, Le$ and out-of-towner Larry June, who closed out the show.

Larry June closes out the show at Texas Smoke Break Fest in Houston, Texas.  (Photo Via Elliot Guidry)

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The show also had a few surprise guests as well, including Alief representer Maxo Kream and UGK legend Bun B.

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What really kept the show going wasn't just the musical acts, but their DJs. The musical architects kept the festival rolling in between acts.

Texas Smoke Break Music Festival brought out local acts like DJ Mr. Rogers, Bun B, and Slim Thug. (Photo Via Doogie Roux)

While I might've thought a year-long pandemic would've made artist performances lackluster, Texas Smoke Break Fest proved just the opposite. The show revealed a hunger that almost all of the artists had to get back to performing onstage. Everyone approached their performance with a very laid-back but electric energy that I haven't seen in a while.

And like a perfect storm, the weather in Houston was just right for an evening concert: no rain in sight, and not too cold or hot. It was ideal outdoor concert weather. The festival offered the Roovy App, which allowed patrons to order and pay for food and drinks, which was perfect for the already socially distant environment.

Once the concert ended, I was made aware of two things:

1. If this is the future of concerts, I look forward to more.

2. Someone should direct me to the next Gas God's sponsored event.

Shelby Stewart is bringing her love for Houston to Chron.com. She's excited to cover all things Houston. Culture aside, she loves politics, DJ Screw, and food.