The Shaun Johnson Big Band Experience is a rare newcomer to traditional pop...fusing a big band spirit with an inventive edge...at once more risky than Buble, more modern than Sinatra. Shaun, an Emmy award-winning crooner (and lead singer of the internationally known vocal group, Tonic Sol-fa) indelibly stamps vocal jazz and swing with a contemporary punch - to the delight of both traditionalists and newcomers - emerging as an original voice in the continuing tradition of the American singer.
Appalachian Road Show is a visionary acoustic ensemble, bringing new-generation interpretations of traditional Americana, bluegrass and folk songs, as well as offering innovative original music, all presented with a common thread tied directly to the heart of the Appalachian regions of the United States. GRAMMY-nominated banjoist Barry Abernathy, joins forces with GRAMMY-winning fiddler Jim VanCleve, fresh off of his recent stint touring with multi-platinum country artist Josh Turner, as well as esteemed vocalist and mandolinist Darrell Webb, who has recorded and toured with Dolly Parton and Rhonda Vincent, among many others. The group also includes bassist Todd Phillips, an acknowledged legend in bluegrass music circles, with two GRAMMY wins and four GRAMMY nominations under his belt, along with 23-year-old “old soul” guitarist Zeb Snyder, whose fierce and versatile playing recalls Doc Watson and Norman Blake as readily as it does Duane Allman and Stevie Ray Vaughn.
https://www.theappalachianroadshow.com/
“Wayne Brewer, a sixth-generation musician well-known for his work with Gary Brewer & The Kentucky Ramblers, and his talented wife Alyssa team to salute country legends George Jones and Tammy Wynette. The Brewer’s debut album finds the couple covering such well known classics as the first single, “Golden Ring” and “We’re Gonna Hold On” in addition to lesser known gems like ‘Rosie Bokay.’” Robert K. Oermann, in Music Row Magazine says, “Alyssa and Wayne Brewer, whose George and Tammy recreation must be heard to be believed…it takes courage to take on the repertoire made immortal by two of the greatest signers in country music history, but the Brewers are impressively up to the task. Both of them have pitch-perfect vocal chops and can match their Hall of Fame forebearers lick for lick. Frankly, I was blown away.”
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Stephen Bargatze has been a professional magician for over 40 years. He is an International Brotherhood of Magicians Champion; a 2-time Comedy Award winner; and International Brotherhood of Magicians-First Place Close Up Award Winner.
He has worked in a variety of venues, theatres, comedy clubs, churches and corporate functions of all types. But even with all the awards and accolades and success he is most recently known as “Nate’s Dad”. His son, comedian Nate Bargatze, has had unprecedented success on Network Television, Netflix, and sold-out shows. It’s an added bonus for Nate’s fans when Stephen appears, as he often does, as his opening act!
Stephen’s genuine personality and keen comedic timing endears him to audiences everywhere. He masterfully creates a strong relationship with his audiences as they are no longer merely spectators but find themselves caught up in the comedy and uniqueness of Stephen’s very own brand of clean comedy and magic.
https://magicofstephen.com/
Kate Coleman fronts the band Run Katie Run, exhibiting powerhouse vocals and electrifying performances in their show, WOMEN ROCK! The show tackles songs from Rock’s greatest female singers like Grace Slick, Janis Joplin and the newest Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Dolly Parton. Throw in some songs from the band’s new album, Cowboy Boots with Fishnet Tights and you’ve got an evening of soulful, bluesy, Americana, Rock… Well - what Roger says…
“Music fans everywhere need to see Run Katie Run live- they have blown it out of the water for three years in a row at Dollywood. Guests love their energy, their music, and their showmanship! Run Katie Run is a band that is sort of country, definitely bluesy, rock-n-roll-lSH, 100% rootsy, kind of American-y. Ameri-kinda? Who cares? It is. Just. Great. Music.” -Roger White, Entertainment Coordinator, Dollywood
Jason has shared his style of sleight-of-hand, illusion, and humor with performing arts centers, corporate audiences, universities, and for the United States Armed Forces all over the world.
He has been featured on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Stabal TV, Huckabee, and in The New York Times. Jason is the creator and star of the TV series Magician in the Kitchen. He is also the star of “Jason Michaels Mobile Magic,” the interactive magic show that happens on your phone on the Richcast app.
Additionally, Jason was the creator of the magic experience at Nashville’s famed House of Cards and has entertained VIPs including Martina McBride, Kix Brooks, Jack White, Wynonna Judd, Brothers Osborne, Rodney Atkins, Dick Smothers, and more.
Born of a rock and roll front man and a musical theater queen with a knack for harmonies, Jonny was bound to be a musical child.
At about 2 years old, Jonny was already entertaining family with his singing. Even when singing a terribly out-of-order rendition of the ABCs, there was still passion and confidence behind the performance. By age 10, he had taken drum lessons and began playing with a local band giving him a taste of the live music scene where he felt at home. But there was always a burning desire to take the stage as a front man.
At age 14, Jonny took the stage for the first time as The Man In Black - Johnny Cash. Alongside his father, who was performing as jumpsuit-era Elvis Presley, Jonny threw on a cheap wig, grabbed a prop guitar and got up on stage and gave his very first "Hello, I'm Johnny Cash." Though the first show went over remarkably well with the audience, there was plenty of room for improvement, and Jonathan didn't waste any time taking up guitar lessons, growing out his hair, and studying film.
Before long, he had a well-polished Johnny Cash act and secured the lead in an established Johnny Cash/June Carter tribute band known as June's Got the Cash. With the Cash tribute mastered, he would later move onto add to his repertoire a 50's Elvis tribute. In his 2nd Elvis competition, Jonny was took home trophies for 2nd place and “Fan Favorite.”
Having a desire to begin doing his own thing, Jonny began writing, recording, and releasing his own music. With the absence of a band, he went on to record each individual part of his original tunes spanning 6 different instruments. Within a short while, Jonathan put together his dream 5-piece show band, Jonny Lyons & the Pride traveling North America captivating his audiences with a whole lot of stage presence and a touch from the past.
https://www.jlyonsmusic.com/
The Eaglemaniacs is comprised of a group of professional studio musicians who passionately perform the music of the Eagles and Don Henley with exceptional musical precision. You’ve heard them playing on songs by the greatest stars in the spectrum of American music from Willie Nelson, to Kenny Loggins, Leonard Cohen, Michael McDonald, Amy Grant, Donna Summer, Vince Gill, Peter Cetera, Barry Manilow, Faith Hill, Wynonna Judd, Brian McKinight, Rob Thomas of Matchbox 20, Steve Winwood, CeCe Winans, Glen Campbell, John Secada, Englebert Humperdinck, Lee Greenwood, Charlie Daniels, Stephanie Mills, Andy Williams, B J Thomas, Collin Raye, Bob Carlisle, Ricky Scaggs, Garth Brooks, Chaka Kahn, Marc Cohen, James Ingram, Keb Mo, Martina McBride, Kenny Rogers and so many more. But when they get together to jam and play for themselves, they’re simply Eaglemaniacs.
After stepping into the spotlight with her debut single “Water Down The Whiskey”, climbing to the #29 spot on Music Row charts, four-time Carolina Country Music Award winner and Angier, NC native Paige King Johnson moved on to her next projects working alongside country legend Pam Tillis. Together they created multiple video projects which premiered on Country Music Television (CMT), RFD-TV, Heartland TV, Cowgirl Magazine & Newsmax for Johnson’s radio-charting singles “Just Like You”, “Baby Don’t”, and “Famous Enough” from her debut album, Honky Tonk Heart. Among other projects, Paige was named the first musical ambassador for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and worked alongside them to promote agriculture through her music and travels. She has also shared the stage with many great artists over the years such as Kane Brown, Joe Nichols, Kylie Morgan, Ian Munsick, Oliver Anthony, Gabby Barrett, Randy Houser, Diamond Rio, Scotty McCreery, Neal McCoy and more.
Phil Madeira is a Nashville-based musician, artist, songwriter and producer.
For decades, Phil has been a mover and shaker in Nashville, writing songs for Garth Brooks, Alison Krauss, Keb' Mo', and many others. While still continuing his coveted position in Emmylou Harris' Red Dirt Boys, Phil has been quietly releasing solo records, which recently brought him to the famed Newport Jazz Festival with his trio. A musician's musician, this great singer songwriter will dazzle you and move you with his songs. Recently touted as "the love child of Randy Newman and Vince Guaraldi", Phil continues to win over new fans everywhere.
Jason Catron began singing at the age of 2. His first song was "Jesus Loves Me" at his small church in Kentucky where he grew up. It was then, that his parents recognized his natural gift for singing and eventually enrolled him in formal voice lessons by the age of 7. The next year Jason started singing professionally, and continued singing all through his formative years in churches, political events, musical theater productions, and touring regionally doing solo shows as well as hosting his own 30 minute variety t.v. show throughout high school that aired in the tri-state region.
Eventually he enrolled at Belmont University in Nashville, TN where he studied Music Business. After college he spent a few years working in artist management until one day he decided to quit his day job and pursue music full time. The very next day, he was asked to sing on the "Hour of Power" at the then famous Crystal Cathedral where he went on to become the biggest selling artist for the Cathedral. Jason spent the next few years touring as a solo artist all over the world by making a name for himself as a beloved tenor/crooner.