John Conlee With Rye Davis
John Conlee’s hits have rarely been songs that see life through the hard-fact-hiding “Rose Colored Glasses” described in his first smash record of 1978. Through all the years since, his emphasis has been on songs of the lives of everyday people — middle class, hardworking people, and those who’ve been unable to attain even that level of economic ease. He made a fresh hit again of “Busted,” when country fans might have thought Ray Charles and Johnny Cash had enjoyed the last word on that one. He had us nodding in agreement to the tough realities of “Nothing Behind You, Nothing in Sight.” “There are more of us ordinary folks than anybody else,” says the big-voiced baritone whose hits also include “Common Man,” “Working Man,” and “Friday Night Blues.” When John Conlee looks at love, the view includes Harlan Howard and Bobby Braddock’s searing “I Don’t Remember Loving You” — and he has no trouble singing about being on the “Backside of Thirty.” John joined the Grand Ole Opry cast in 1981. “Back when I joined the Opry, there was not a great big hoopla about a new member coming on board,” he says. “But now, we make a big deal out of it for the people that join. It really doesn’t matter to me. I mean officially becoming a member made it a great night.”RYE DAVIS Rye Davis is a modern day troubadour from Pig, Ky. Performing over 150 shows a year both as a headliner and supporting act. In that time he has opened for names like John Anderson, Kendell Marvel, Ward Davis, The Steel Woods, Brent Cobb, Darryl Worley, Andy Griggs, Chris Knight, Julie Roberts, Sunny Sweeney, and Whitey Morgan. He has been an invited performer at Nashville’s famous Bluebird Cafe. Brad Paisley gave Rye a big compliment when he said to him, ” You sound a lot like Alan Jackson.” Armed with a can-do attitude and determination, Rye Davis stands as a beacon of hope for the return of real, down home music.
Johnny Lee “Hey Bartender, Last Call. The Farewell Tour”
JOHNNY LEE – HIS FINAL TOURTHE ORIGINAL URBAN COWBOY Johnny Lee, was born in Texas City, Texas, and is a member of the “Texas Country Music Hall of Fame”. In 1968, he began a 10-year working relationship with Mickey Gilley, at the World Famous Nightclub “Gilley’s” in Pasadena, Texas. In 1979, Lee’s first screen role was in a 1979 TV Movie, “The Girls in the Office”, starring Barbara Eden and Susan St. James. He was then asked to perform in the film, “Urban Cowboy”, which starred: John Travolta and Deborah Winger, “Lookin’ For Love”, Was from that Movie soundtrack, and became Lee’s 1st “Gold Record”. The song spent 3 weeks as, #1 on the Billboard Country Music Charts, and #2 on the Pop Music Charts. Later becoming one of the Top 100 best Country Songs of all Time. When not traveling and Performing, Johnny can be seen on many Celebrity hunting and fishing shows. As well as on RFD TV’s: “Larrys’ Diner” & “The Homecoming”. With a string of Top 10 hits such as: “One In A Million” – “Bet Your Heart On Me” – “Cherokee Fiddle,” “Sounds Like Love,” – “Hey Bartender” – “You Could’ve Heard a Heart Break.” And Many, Many More.
Muscadine Bloodline With Taylor Hunnicutt
There’s a new force making major waves in country music, Muscadine Bloodline. Proud natives of Mobile Alabama, Gary Stanton and Charlie Muncaster started Muscadine Bloodline in early 2016. From the first time they took stage, Nashville started talking… so now, with two Billboard charting critically acclaimed EP’s under their belt, it’s no surprise the rest of the music world is quickly catching on. The duo’s reputation for high-energy live experiences has resulted in a schedule full of shows spanning from coast to coast. Charlie’s contemporary vocals complimented by Gary’s harmonies and masterful guitar licks make MB a powerfully refreshing mic of talent, passion, and unfiltered authenticity. Infamously undaunted by the big stage, their sound intertwines the brash irreverence of early southern rockers with the seductive quality of 90s country love songs. Captivating hooks heard in songs like “Movin’ On” and the aggressively anthemic “WD-40” stand as a testament to MB’s wide ranging music-making capability. Every song and every show is a moving experience but at the same time, unmistakably Muscadine.TAYLOR HUNNICUTTTaylor Hunnicutt is a singer/songwriter based in Demopolis, Alabama. With roots in Blues, Soul, Country, and Americana, Taylor’s performances cross genre lines and give audiences a unique and authentic storytelling experience.taylorhunnicutt.com
Daniel Cain Band + Lance Rogers + Luke Trimble: Kentucky’s Rising Stars of Country Series
DANIEL ALBUM RELEASE PARTY Daniel Cain is an original singer-songwriter & artist hailing from the small town of Stanford, Kentucky – where the Foothills of the Appalachia meet the Kentucky Bluegrass. . A natural-born genre-bender, Daniel’s original songs express hues of grassy folk, outlaw country, roots rock and blues. His lyrics are borne from the heart and explore a myriad of themes from good vs evil, life & death, everyday experiences, relationships and his love of the outdoors and nature. Daniel has touched the heart & soul playing at venues and festivals in Kentucky and now delving into surrounding states and beyond. Luke Trimble “The son of educators, grandson of laborers, Luke Trimble is a story teller capturing the life of Appalachia. A mix of bluegrass, folk, and country, Trimble’s music is made of memory – his own memory of growing up in Paintsville, Kentucky; the memory of rich cultural Appalachian history; and an instinctive Eastern Kentucky memory, passed down through family lore or, maybe, in the water that rolls in between the hills. Today, Luke resides in Lexington, Kentucky where he continues to create melodies, and write songs that describe the narrative of his roots.Lance RogersLance draws from his blue collar roots, the love of his Kentucky home in the Bluegrass region, and the heart of his varied musical influences to craft songs that appeal to story lovers everywhere. You’ll hear traces of your own memories and life experiences in the unmistakable originality of a hard-working Kentuckian’s unique, sometimes raw, perspective as he paints musical portraits that touch a range of emotions.His self-titled, debut album was released in October 2021 Most recent single “Pretty Gone” released in 2022 Lance is currently back in the studio and set to release his next single, “High and Dry” in spring 2023 General Admission-Advanced Purchase (Standing) $10All AgesSponsored By: Grey Horse Saloon Wild Huckleberry Kassie and Associates Real Estate Advisors
Paint Creek with Opener The Hazlett Brothers: Kentucky’s Rising Stars of Country Music Series
The Hazlett Brothers will open for Paint Creek. Consisting of brothers Thomas and Simeon Hazlett, accompanied by ElizabethHazlett (wife of Thomas), Troy Fitch, and Vinnie Buttice, The HazlettBrothers Band is an independent group that comes from Central Kentucky.With southern roots and a mix of soul, their style combines the best ofroots rock and Americana to form their own unique sound.Consisting of brothers Eric & Alec Poore, alongside close friends CodyMaxey, Blake Phelps, Connor Wilson & Justin Conn, Paint Creek, has spentthe last 2 years taking the Kentucky music scene by storm.Hailing from the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and delivering aresume that has already yielded opening credits for RIAA Certified Goldartist Trey Lewis (“D*cked Down in Dallas”) and multi-Grammy Nominee JamesOtto (“Just Got Started Loving You”), they added two more accomplishmentsin 2022 and 2023 respectively with nominations of their own — forLexington’s ABC affiliate’s award for Best Music Act in the state & The 9thannual Lexington Music Awards for Best Country Act. With the ability toseamlessly transition from Morgan Wallen to C.C.R. and some original songs,Paint Creek brings to the stage a high energy show paired with the talentand a setlist that is guaranteed to captivate an audience of any age andalways leave them wanting more.Come see us for a night of fun!! General Admission-Advanced Purchase (Standing) $12All AgesSponsored By: Grey Horse Saloon Wild Huckleberry Kassie and Associates Real Estate Advisors
**SOLD OUT!!** Jo Dee Messina With Taylor Austin Dye **SOLD OUT!!**
Jo Dee Messina is a seasoned veteran in the music industry, always evolving and reintroducing herself and her sound as she gains new experiences in life. Jumpstarting her career, Jo Dee’s breakout song, “Heads Carolina, Tails California,” made her a household name. Following the success of her debut, Jo Dee posted nine No. 1 hits, sixteen Top 40 songs, sold over five million albums worldwide, and was honored by the ACM Awards, CMA Awards, and GRAMMY Awards. As Jo Dee’s resume grew, she proved to be a trendsetter and history-maker, becoming the first female in country music history to celebrate three consecutive multi-week, chart-topping songs.Jo Dee later parted ways with her long-time record label and embraced the strong, empowered female persona for which she became known. Taking matters into her own hands, Jo Dee created Dreambound Records, called on her fans to become her dedicated team, and released her most personal album to date, Me.Aside from her studio successes, Jo Dee has also created a reputation for herself as one of the most passionate, high-energy performers in the business. Sharing her hit tunes; newly penned, emotionally-driven songs; and personal testimony, Jo Dee has been traveling the country for many years, receiving rave reviews for her authenticity, commitment, and openness on stage. Hoping to inspire and enlighten fans from all walks of life with every step she takes, Jo Dee has made it her mission to present herself and her story with honesty, allowing people to see behind the masquerade.With a decorated past in the rearview mirror and endless dreams and an open road of possibility before her, this relatable woman, wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, speaker, author, and incredibly gifted singer-songwriter has only just begun. Fueled by faith, belief, and love, Jo Dee pours her heart and soul into everybody she meets and everything she touches, which is perhaps why Jo Dee Messina is such a timeless name in the music industry.Taylor Austin Dye is an up and coming country singer/songwriter based in Nashville, TN; originally hailing from the hollers of Eastern Kentucky. Her brand of in-your-face music comes straight from her rowdy country roots. Her “Ride or Dyes” describe her songs as “badass,” “confident,” and “real.” Join us for an OBT After Party at the Old Barn Theatre next door after the show!
**SOLD OUT!** An Evening With Emmylou Harris **SOLD OUT!**
An Evening With Emmylou Harris**SOLD OUT!!**A 14-time Grammy winner and Billboard Century Award recipient, Emmylou Harris’ contribution as a singer and songwriter spans 40 years. She has recorded more than 25 albums and has lent her talents to countless fellow artists recordings. In recognition of her remarkable career, Harris was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2008 and earned a Grammy Lifetime Achievement award in 2018.Harris is known as much for her eloquently straight forward songwriting as for her incomparably expressive singing. Admired through her career for her talent as an artist and song connoisseur, Harris shook up country radio in the 1970s, and established herself as the premiere songwriter of a generation selling more than 15 million records and garnering 14GrammyAwards, three CMA Awards, and four Americana Awards. Harris is one of the most admired and influential women in music. She has recorded with such diverse artists as Linda Ronstadt, Daniel Lanois, Bob Dylan, Mark Knopfler, Neil Young, Gram Parsons, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Roy Orbison, Ryan Adams, Beck, Elvis Costello, Johnny Cash, Lucinda Williams, Lyle Lovett and Rodney Crowell. Few artists have achieved such honesty or have revealed such maturity in their writing. Forty years into her career, Harris continues to share the hard-earned wisdom that—hopefully if not inevitably—comes with getting older, though she’s never stopped looking ahead. A longtime social activist, Harris has lent her voice to many causes. Most passionately to animal welfare. In 2004 she established Bonaparte’s Retreat with the goal of rescuing shelter dogs and adopting them into forever homes. To this day, Bonaparte’s Retreat continues to save dogs most in need at Metro Nashville Animal Care and Control and at municipal shelters in surrounding counties.
Eight Days Sober + Gravel Switch: Kentucky’s Rising Stars of Country Series
Eight Daze Sober returns to Renfro Valley in a big way as they share a night of great music with Gravel Switch. Eight Daze Sober a multi award winning band at the National level is clearly one of the most electric and magnetic groups to grace the stages of Kentuckys biggest venues playing to sold out crowds state wide and in Idiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Tennessee. Formed out of London Kentucky by Elijah Jarvis and Justin Riley who met while working at a teen drug and alcohol rehabilitation center, hence the name Eight Daze Sober. This group with one album to their name The 9th Day and a live album Eight Daze Sober Live at Austin City coming this Spring. Gravel Switch might be the name of a small Kentucky town, but it’s also a perfectly suited name for big time local band featuring Seth Wade (Lead Vocals), Taylor Davis (Guitar/Vocals), Samuel Fairchild (Guitar), Jacob Simpson (Bass), and Harley Wilson (Drums). Playing a great mix of rockin original music with classic covers we all know and love, and doing it their way, Gravel Switch is sure to have something in the set for you! Check out one of Kentuckys hottest bands being featured at some of the hottest locations in Central Kentucky. It’s tough to get a ticket to a Gravel Switch show, and Renfro Valley will never be the same after this show with legendary Eight Daze Sober. Come see us for a night of fun!! General Admission-Advanced Purchase (Standing) $10All Ages Sponsored By: Grey Horse Saloon Wild Huckleberry Kassie and Associates Real Estate Advisors
John Lovern & The Peal Snaps + Dylan Jasper: Kentucky’s Rising Stars of Country Series
John Lovern is a Kentucky singer/songwriter from the small town of Berea. John and his band, the Pearl Snaps, have spent the last 4 years traveling the state of Kentucky, playing countless honky tonks and barrooms, in an effort to keep traditional/classic country music alive. Recent highlights include; opening performances for Shenandoah, Doug Stone, and Multi- Grammy Award Winner, Randy Travis. Most recent opening performance was for Texas Country Superstar, Mark Chesnutt. If you’re a fan of traditional country music, John Lovern and the Pearl Snaps will certainly deliver! Dylan Jasper is a Madison Country artist that is an up and coming singer/songwriter. Dylan has opened at Renfro for national acts , plays in Tennesse, Florida and all over Central, Ky. He recently spent time in the studio working on a new album. Dylan’s reputation is that he has a smooth voice that is almost as versatile as his guitar. Dylan can sing multiple genres with ease and perfection. General Admission-Advanced Purchase (Standing) $10All AgesSponsored By: Grey Horse Saloon Wild Huckleberry Kassie and Associates Real Estate Advisors
Colt Ford with Neon Union
Early Bird Discounted General Admission (Standing) $32 Day of Show General Admission (Standing) $37 Seated Front Row Balcony (VERY Limited Supply) $85Table Seat (Limited Supply) $7518+ Only Trailblazers veer off the beaten path and break every rule along the way. Colt Ford consistently blazes his own trail. By doing so, the Georgia singer, songwriter, rapper, musician, performer, and co-founder and co-owner of Average Joes Entertainment keeps up pace as country’s preeminent independent maverick.NEON UNIONComprised of newcomers Leo Brooks and Andrew Millsaps, Neon Union is a duo preparing to takecountry music by storm. Brooks grew up in Miami and has collaborated with artists like Pitbull, LaurynHill, Jennifer Lopez, Mary J. Blige, Cee Lo Green and John Legend. Millsaps grew up in North Carolina andhas been writing songs ever since the age of 13. And when Grammy-nominated country star JimmieAllen heard the two perform separately, he became convinced that Brooks and Millsaps would make theperfect duo. Allen introduced the two, and the rest was history. Together as Neon Union, Brooks andMillsaps are bringing a new sound to country music, with 808 kick drums married to a traditionalcountry lyric and anthemic pop melodies.18+ SHOW
