“TNT” A Dynamite Show"

T.G. Sheppard has always had an unstoppable passion for music. This passion along
with 21 number one hits and being ranked among the top 100 country artists of all time
has made him one of the most popular live performers on tour today. It's only natural
with a show chock full of chart-topping hits like "Last Cheater’s Waltz", "I Loved 'Em
Everyone", "Do You Wanna Go To Heaven", and "Party Time" that T.G. has developed a reputation as a solid performer who delivers exactly what audiences want. All this and more combined with a steadfast dedication to entertainment has truly made him one of the great Legends in country music.
T.G. knew early in his life that music was more than a hobby. He left his home in
Humboldt, Tennessee, at the age of 15, journeying to Memphis to begin his career in earnest. Working in various bands, he began to develop his stage skills, learning to put his touch on the myriad of songs required to survive on the club and party circuit. Using the name Brian Stacy, he released his first record, "High School Days", which caused a few ripples on the pop charts in 1966. The resulting acclaim brought him gigs as an opening act for some of the biggest acts in America, including The Animals, Jan & Dean, and The Beach Boys.
The fledgling star veered off his musical course in 1965, reverting to his given name of Bill Browder and getting into the record promotion business. In a short time his passion for music, now redirected to furthering the careers of others, made him one of the industry's most successful record promoters.
T.Graham Brown
It was one of the most vibrant and exciting time periods in Country Music history – the mid-1980s. A new and exciting crop of talents were springing up all over the place – and T. Graham Brown remembers it like it was yesterday.
“I remember Randy Travis and I hit at about the same time,” he recalls. “Our first singles were so close to each other. I’m not sure if it was the same week or not. Then you had Marty Stuart, Billy Burnette – who went on to Fleetwood Mac. Steve Earle was there, too. I saw him at the Grand Ole Opry a few weeks ago, and we talked about that year.
We had a great year. We called our club ‘The Great Credibility Scare of 1986.’ All of us were having fun, there was no competition between us, and we all loved each other. Keith Whitley was one of my best friends, as well, and we were touring together a lot. It was a great time.” Brown’s initial entry to Country Radio was the sad and soulful “Drowning In Memories.” That Top-40 single helped him to establish himself, and by the winter of 1986, he had warmed up to audiences with the bluesy hit “I Tell It Like It Used To Be.” Other hits quickly followed, with his first self-penned release “Hell And High Water,” which became his first number one song. “I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again” and “Don’t Go To Strangers” were the next releases, which all became chart-toppers.
The soulful vocal stylings of T. Graham Brown were all over the airwaves, as his
sophomore release Brilliant Conversationalist added more titles to his arsenal of hits, such as the seductive “The Last Resort,” and “She Couldn’t Love Me Anymore.” It was a period that Brown sums up as something of a blur.

There’s a moment right at the very beginning of any Twitty & Lynn show that affords country music fans the chance to look back in time. Just after the band has played the signature intro to “Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man,” Tre Twitty and Tayla Lynn shoot each other a glance that summons the electrifying chemistry of their grandparents: Tre is the grandson of Conway Twitty, Tayla is the granddaughter of Loretta Lynn.

Audiences can’t believe their eyes. From that moment, for the next 90 minutes, they’re in the presence of living country music history.

“Fans have told Tayla and me that when they see us onstage singing, talking, and just looking at each other, they think, ‘Wow, there must be something genetic in those two families,’” Tre says. “It validates the experience of the concert for them. We’re telling our grandparents’ story through our story.”

But Twitty & Lynn — and their internationally popular show “A Salute to Conway & Loretta” — aren’t impersonators. Tre doesn’t groom Seventies sideburns and perm his hair; Tayla doesn’t mimic her grandmother’s mannerisms. Rather, they are onstage celebrating country music, the lost art of duet singing, and the two beloved icons they refer to as “Poppy” and “Memaw.”

“I think of us as the ambassadors of the Twitty and Lynn names — we’re just the new version of what they’ve already established,” Tre says. “But we also want to be caretakers of the past. At our shows, we get generations of fans because country music is passed down.”

“It’s about family — the fans’ families and our own,” Tayla says. “We have so much love and respect for Conway and Loretta and we want to carry this on in such a way that we make our families proud.”

Smart Comedy from a Dumb Accent
Comedian Chad Thornsberry has an instant likeability
the second he steps behind a microphone. Chad’s
slow paced, conversational style is the perfect
backdrop for his hilarious observations.
Drawing on experiences ranging from growing up in a
trailer park, being a former public school teacher,
marriage, kids, and all of life’s everyday problems,
Chad’s own unique view of life has him quickly becoming one of the most sought
after clean comedians today.
A contrast to the high energy, in your face comedians that are prevalent today,
Chad’s slow paced, conversational style immediately puts audiences at ease.
Often referred to as a “great writer” or a “classic monologist” (which is a word
Chad had to look up after reading this bio), Chad allows audiences to take a
humorous journey through well written stories always ending in laugh-out-loud
punchlines.
Credits: Travel Channel, BET, ESPN (joke writer), NFL Network (joke writer),
DryBar Comedy
Past Corporate Engagements: Godfather’s Pizza, Dollar General, HyVee, McClane
Trucking, Missouri Agribusiness Association, South Dakota Soybean Association,
Clint Bowyer Foundation, Ohio Medical Research Benefit, ROC Housing
Management

Confederate Railroad first rolled onto the national country music scene in the early 90s with its unique style and sound.

Headed by founder and frontman Danny Shirley, the former backup band for both David Allan Coe and Johnny Paycheck got their big break by signing with Atlantic Records. The first single from their debut album ("Confederate Railroad") was "She Took It Like A Man". It went to No. 26, a preview of what was to come. "The next two singles, "Jesus and Mama" and "Queen of Memphis" went to the top of the charts. Three more huge hits followed, "Trashy Women", "When You Leave That Way You Can Never Go Back", and "She Never Cried". "Trashy" would lead to a Grammy nomination and become their signature song. That album with six hits and nearly three million sales brought Confederate the Academy of Country Music's Best New Group Award in 1993 as well as numerous nominations from the Country Music Association and the British Country Music Foundation.

The second album, "Notorious", produced one of the group's most popular songs "Daddy Never Was the Cadillac Kind" which became a No. One video as well. "Elvis and Andy" and "Summer in Dixie" would further establish the Railroad as one of the most versatile acts in the business. This album would sell more than one million. Their overal totals are 18 charted hits and five million albums sold.

From rowdy country to raw emotion, a Confederate Railroad concert today covers a wide range of feelings. Young people will be there rocking to "Trashy Women", while their parents and even grandparents will likely be singing along to "Jesus and Mama". The band plays 100 or so dates each year. Whatever the venue, they are right at home…be it a fair, a club, or a biker show. Shirley, the lead singer and vocalist, and his mates, Mark Dufresne on drums, Mo Thaxton on bass and vocals, Rusty Hendrix on lead guitar and Joey Recker on keyboards and vocals are obviously having fun right along with their appreciative audience. At the end of each show, the band stays around until every fan who wants an autograph, or to pose with the group for a picture or just say "hello" is taken care of.

ABOUT DAILEY & VINCENT: Grand Ole Opry Members, five-time GRAMMY® Award winners individually, three-time GRAMMY® Award nominees collectively, four-time DOVE Award winners and winners of 35 IBMA Awards altogether(including 3-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year Award winners and 3-Time Vocal Group of the Year Award winners), Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent (and their world-class band) offer a unique and modernized spin on ‘American music’-“the best of country, bluegrass and gospel this side of heaven” (USA Today)-the duo has played across the globe, taking the stage at iconic venues including the Ryman Auditorium and Carnegie Hall. Now on Season 5 of their nationally broadcast television series, The Dailey & Vincent Show on the Circle Network (and previously RFD TV), Dailey & Vincent bring their music to a national audience on a weekly basis. After a decade spent performing together and with over 1,000 airings of their PBS special Dailey & Vincent ALIVE–In Concert, their concoction of fantastically instinctive vocal blends of Dailey’s tenor and Vincent’s reedy harmonies has gained them well-deserved praise for their own distinctive style and worldwide recognition as American music gold. The duo has also created their own festival brand called Dailey & Vincent’s American Made Music Festivals where they bring artists such as Martina McBride, Josh Turner, Shenandoah, Del McCoury, The Isaacs, Ricky Skaggs, and other famed country, bluegrass, and gospel artists throughout the Southeast. Their most recent live CD, “Dailey &Vincent ALIVE,” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Bluegrass charts and remained at the top position forover 15 weeks. Dailey & Vincent’s first-ever Christmas album, “Dailey & Vincent: The Sounds of Christmas” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and No. 8on the Billboard Holiday Chart, landing right behind Michael Bublé and Pentatonix as the only country, bluegrass and gospel act in the Top Ten.-Grand Ole Opry Members-5 Time Grammy Award Winners Individually-3 Time Grammy nominees collective-3 Time Emmy Nominees for “Dailey & Vincent: ALIVE! In Concert” and “The Dailey & VincentShow”-4 DOVE Awards-Over 35 IBMA Awards-The American Made Music Festival Series (5 multi-day events in 4 states)

THE BELLAMY BROTHERS: THE LOVE STILL FLOWS…

Howard and David continue to prove that the trail they’ve ridden to fame has been as unique as their music itself—music that is now celebrating over 40 years of success.

The road that started on the pop music charts in the ‘70’s, took a winding turn into country music in the ‘80’s, paving the way for duos to come, such as Brooks & Dunn, Montgomery Gentry, Big & Rich and previously—The Judds. But before the road forked into country, the musical odyssey of brothers Bellamy started creatively smoldering in their home state of Florida, before exploding nationally amidst the ’70’s pop music culture of L.A.

The brothers first official gig was in 1968, playing a free show with their father at the Rattlesnake Roundup in San Antonio, Florida. They honed their early skills playing Black clubs throughout the south, and singing backup for artists such as Percy Sledge, Eddie Floyd and Little Anthony & The Imperials. Within a few months, the brothers moved north, immersing themselves and their rock/country sound in the Atlanta market, where the Allman Brothers were the emerging kings of the music world.

With the dawning of the Age of Aquarius on the horizon, and America embroiled in a smoke haze of drugs, civil unrest and an unpopular war, The Bellamy's music picked-up the hard driving edge that bespoke the times. Songwriting had become David Bellamy’s drug of choice during the long road gigs he and Howard were regularly pulling bodies and equipment to and from. It was his songwriting that was posed to soon provide the duo a national breakout.

The break came in the form of the hit, “Spiders & Snakes,” written by David and recorded by Jim Stafford. The song became a smash, eventually selling more than three million units worldwide. It became the catapult that rocketed the brothers onto the L.A. music scene. Young and impressionable, Howard and David fell into the musical circle of the greats of the day: Bob Dylan, James Taylor and Van Morrison, as well as West Coast based country rockers like Poco and the Byrds.

It was a creative shoe that fit.

For years, the band has entertained audiences across the country with their fun and exciting tribute to the 50's and 60's. With impressive lead vocals, tight harmonies, and humor, they have been called "The Three Stooges set to music". This upbeat show is packed with comedy, choreography, and all the greatest hits. From Doo-Wop favorites to Motown classics, and everything in between, there's something for everyone to enjoy, including a memorable Elvis tribute and special "guest appearances" by Roy Orbison and The Duke of Earl. Backed by a full five-piece band, their solid sound and fast-paced show will keep you smiling, clapping, and laughing the whole way through. The Van-Dells provide timeless entertainment that's fun for the whole family.

It was a transformative moment when two young brothers discovered their grandfather Malpass’ LPs collection. Drawn like a moth to a flame, the classic-filled treasure trove from the golden era of traditional country music gathered little dust in the Malpass household. Chris and Taylor studied the brother-harmony bluegrass duos of Jim & Jesse, the Louvin and Wilburn Brothers and bathed in the sounds of Hank Williams, Lefty Frizzell, Charlie Pride, Merle Haggard. It was musical Manna to the boys—there was nothing in the marketplace that fed The Malpass Brothers’ soul more than the music of this bygone era--and they would stay true to it.

 

Best known as modern-day troubadours who carry the torch for traditional country music, The Malpass Brothers began singing and playing together professionally at a very young age. Alongside their dad, Chris Malpass Sr., the siblings performed at churches all over the southeast, but they continued to hone their traditional sound by working alongside and amongst the legends.

 

While Taylor finished high school, Chris began honing his songwriting skills, and working with steel guitar legend, Don Helms—an original member of the Drifting Cowboys. A few years later, he found himself on Merle Haggard’s bus, singing and performing for Merle on his 000 Martin guitar. Taylor, in the meantime, played lead guitar in a local band, and upon graduation, flew out to Redding, CA to join his brother as the opening act for Merle Haggard for the next seven years.

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In 2011, Haggard produced The Malpass Brothers’ debut album, Memory That Bad on Hag Records. The title track hit number 6 on the CMT Pure Country 12-Pack Countdown and remained in the charts for several weeks. In 2015, Bluegrass Hall of Fame inductee, Doyle Lawson picked up the gauntlet and produced their sophomore, self-titled album on Organic Records, and in 2017, The Malpass Brothers released a live album, Live at the Paramount, which captures the energy and excitement of their highly polished, traditional country music show.

 

However, their latest album, Lonely Street (released May 12, 2023), also produced by Lawson alongside Ben Isaacs (of the multi-Dove Award-winning/Grammy nominated group The Isaacs), may be their strongest project to date. Notably engineered by the late Grammy Award-winning Mark Capps under the oversight of Executive Producer and longstanding Malpass manager, Dan Mann, this 12-song album teems with brand new, traditional country music that sounds as if it were curated from a 50s/60s/70s smoke-filled, classic country jukebox. Chris Malpass wrote the majority of the songs, including co-writes by Dickey Lee, Shawn Camp, Conrad Fisher and Taylor Dunn. The album also includes cover nods like “Love Slips Away” by Merle Haggard and Jeannie Seely’s “We Don’t.”

APB is Artimus Pyle, the last surviving member and drummer of the classic
Lynyrd Skynyrd lineup & 2006 Rock & Roll HOF inductee with Lynyrd Skynyrd,
Jerry Lyda, Scott Raines, Brad Durden & Dave Fowler.
APB’s new album, Anthems includes classic Lynyrd Skynyrd songs featuring
special guest singers. Included are Sweet Home Alabama, (feat Ronnie Dunn
from Brooks & Dunn) & Simple Man (feat Sammy Hagar), Free Bird (feat Dolly
Parton) and many more.
APB is featured on Dolly Parton’s 2023 album, Rockstar.
The soundtrack from 2020 film, Street Survivors: The True Story Of The Lynyrd
Skynyrd Plane Crash (Cleopatra Entertainment) features music from APB and
various artists.

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

A spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence
have taken Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles”
to a level of recognition normally reserved for
Gold and Platinum recording artists.
By respectfully and accurately reproducing
the Grammy award winning sounds
of our generation's Greatest American Songbook,
this legendary Southern California group,
has touched the hearts of fans all over the world,
The most successful and longest running show of it's kind,
Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles”,
is the ONLY show to have ever received
an “Official Authorization”
for a live performance.
So join us on a trip down a dark desert highway...
Feel the cool wind in your hair ...
It’s time to check into …
The Hotel California

With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black” revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons, for a truly one-of-a-kind show. The energetic show features Barker in character throughout the entire evening, walking the audience through each era of Cash’s life and music, including hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk The Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Hurt” and “Ring of Fire, ”complete with a full backing band. Shawn Barker’s first Man In Black show was held in 2004 at a casino in Niagara Falls and has since performed over1,000 shows in 12 countries, selling more than half a million tickets over the course of his career. Born and raised in a working-class suburb of St. Louis, Barker took a schoolboy love for singing in church with his family and turned it into a career. The path to his current success wasn’t a straight line from gospel choir to Johnny Cash tribute act. After serving his country in the Army, Barker returned home to Missouri, took a job as a carpenter, and spent all of his free time learning how to play the guitar. He developed strength and versatility in his voice by modeling his crooning on a cast of legends–Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. His performances quickly turned from hobby to profession, but oddly enough, Barker’s first touring gigs were portraying Elvis, not Johnny Cash. Everything changed, however, when Barker was asked to audition for the part of Cash in a Hollywood production, as it became evident to the director and Barker himself that Johnny Cash was his true calling. From that point there was no turning back.

Wilson Fairchild, a celebrated musical duo, comprises the exceptional talents of Wil and Langdon Reid, both sons of the legendary Hall of Fame country and gospel quartet, the Statler Brothers, Harold and Don Reid. Born and raised in a world where music was not just a passion but a way of life, these gifted artists have inherited the musical DNA that made their fathers famous.

 

The legacy of the Statler Brothers, with their timeless hits and remarkable vocal harmonies, has left an indelible mark on the history of country music. Wilson Fairchild continues to carry that torch with pride, taking inspiration from their fathers’ remarkable careers while crafting their own unique and contemporary sound.

 

With their harmonious melodies and heartfelt lyrics, Wilson Fairchild captures the essence of the genuine, heartfelt storytelling that made the Stater Brothers beloved by millions. The duo’s performances are a testament to their deep respect for tradition and their ongoing dedication to preserving and evolving the genre. In the world of country music, Wilson Fairchild stands as a living testament to the enduring power of family ties and the influence of musical heritage. They embody the essence of tradition while forging their own path, garnering a dedicated following captivating audiences with their soulful performances.

 

And there’s exciting news on the horizon for fans of Wilson Fairchild. Look out for their highly anticipated new album, “Statler Made,” which is set to be released soon via Gaither Music Group. This album promises to be a musical journey that pays homage to the legacy of the Statler Brothers while showcasing the unique talents of Wilson Fairchild in a fresh and contemporary light. With this new release, the duo continues to honor their fathers’ iconic status while making their own mark on the country music landscape.

THE EVERLY BROTHERS EXPERIENCE FEATURING THE ZMED BROTHERS

The Everly Brothers' career lasted over half a century, they recorded 21 studio albums, sold more than 60 million records worldwide, had over 30 billboard top -100 singles, which still to this day is the record for most billboard charting hits of any sibling rock duo ever. They received numerous accolades in their later career, and influenced countless legendary artists of the 60's and 70's that came after them including: The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, The Bee Gees, Crosby Stills and Nash..and the list goes on.
Since 2016, THE ZMED BROTHERS (Zach and Dylan) and Burleigh Drummond Jr.
(their business partner/ drummer), have celebrated the pivotal music and history of The Everly Brothers with enthusiastic crowds all across the North America, at sea, and across the pond in numerous prestigious venues. The Zmed Brothers say, " The music of the 50's and 60's is nostalgic for us, our parents raised us all on it, and we feel that Don and Phil's contribution to Rock n Roll is greatly overlooked, especially by our generation. We are NOT impersonators. Our aim since we started the project is to do our best at honoring their brotherly legacy through our own spirits by representing the aesthetics of their iconic sound and by exploring the important role they played in pioneering the rock n' roll movement, all while having a little fun sharing our own personal story," and they do just that. With a father, (Adrian Zmed) as a traveling singer/dancer/actor (Grease 2, Bachelor Party, T.J. Hooker), and a mother (Barbara) as a second grade teacher in a suburb of Los Angeles, the Zmed Brothers continuously strive to pay homage to their personal roots by always infusing an instinctual blend of comedic entertainment (a la Smothers Brothers) and contextual education in their performance. As brothers and musicians, Zach and Dylan Zmed both feel it is a privilege and a duty to contribute to a cause that supports the recognition and preservation of the intimate and singular origins of America's greatest Rock n' Roll singing sibling duo of all time.

They perform as a duo, a trio, and a 4 piece band depending on the setting.
Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar, Vocals (Zach Zmed),
Acoustic Guitar, Vocals (Dylan Zmed),
Drums, Vocals (Burleigh Drummond),
Bass (rotating members)

If you ask any number of country singers who their favorite singer is, a large number of them will respond: Gene Watson. His music peers even named him “The Singer’s Singer” for his octave jumping range and smooth tone. Gene Watson has 34 studio albums, scored over 72 charted songs, including 23 Top Tens and 11 #1 country and gospel hits over his Sixty-year career. Watson’s first single, the self- penned, “If It’s That Easy” was released on Sun Valley Records in 1962.

 

It is safe to say that most knowledgeable country fans would point to Gene Watson as one of  country music’s best ballad singers in the same league as country icons George Jones, Merle Haggard, Ray Price and others who are the standard bearers for honest, traditional country music. It’s no surprise to anyone but Gene that the Grand Ole Opry asked him to be a member and inducted him into that iconic group in March of 2020, just before the world shut down for the pandemic.  

 

It’s also no surprise that such artists as Vince Gill, Lee Ann Womack, Trace Adkins, Connie Smith, Joe Nichols, Alison Krauss, and many others are not only happy, but eager  to record with Gene. It’s a stunning truth that at nearly 78 years of age, that Gene still sings with his clear, pure tone intact, an unmatched soulful delivery and in the same key as 30 years ago. And that is good news for fans of real country music rooted in the timeless values of one of America’s bedrock musical genres.

 

“I think I’m working harder on each album to perfect what I do and still always working to be better,” Gene notes. “I don’t want anything to be so technically slick that we lose the emotion or the electricity of the moment. Each song is very personal to me and I always want the people listening to feel the emotion. Each song has a special meaning to me or I wouldn’t record it.”

Tim Campbell was born and raised in Granite City, Illinois. His love for music started at an early age as he sang and played for his parents in church on Sundays. Tim formed a band with his brothers in the early 1980s and performed in Nashville, Tennessee for a few years. When Tim returned to his homeland, he decided to create a tribute show called, “Chattahoochee”, to pay tribute to country music star, Alan Jackson. It has been very successful in the Midwest area for years and is still going strong today. Backed by some of the most elite regional musicians, Tim will make you fell like you are sitting front row at an Alan Jackson performance.

Jimmy Fortune toured, sang and performed with the legendary Statler Brothers for 21 years. He joined them first as a temporary replacement for Lew DeWitt, after DeWitt heard him singing at a ski resort and recommended him.  Following an audition in Nashville, Jimmy was contacted by The Statler Brothers and performed his first show with them on January 28, 1982, in Savannah, Georgia.  Due to the debilitating effects of Crohn’s Disease, Lew was unable to return to the stage with the Statlers, and Jimmy was hired as a permanent replacement in August of 1982.

 

Fortune quickly lived up to his name. He wrote the group’s second No. 1 hit, “Elizabeth,” on their 1983 album Today, and followed that with two more No. 1 hits–“My Only Love” (from 1984’s Atlanta Blue) and “Too Much On My Heart” (from 1985’s Pardners in Rhyme). Fortune also wrote the top-10 hit “Forever” from 1986’s Four for the Show and co-wrote the top-10 hit “More Than a Name on a Wall” from 1988’s The Greatest Hits.