The Wichita Lineman
A TRIBUTE TO GLEN CAMPBELL STARRING CARL ACUFF JR.
The Premiere United States Glen Campbell Tribute!
Glen Campbell spent 5 decades entertaining audiences all over the world. He was an American Treasure whose songs and dazzling showmanship shot him to superstardom in the 1960’s
Glen’s hits included songs like: “Gentle On My Mind”, “By The Time I Get To Phoenix”, “The Wichita Lineman”, “Dreams of an Everyday Housewife”, “Galveston”, “Rhinestone Cowboy”, and “Southern Nights”.
During his 50 years in the music business, Campbell released more than 70 albums. He sold 45 million records worldwide and accumulated 12 gold albums, four platinum albums, and one double-platinum album. He placed a total of 80 different songs on either the Billboard Country Chart, Billboard Hot 100, or Adult Contemporary Chart, of which 29 made the top 10 and of which nine reached number one on at least one of those charts.
After Glen’s death in August of 2017, fellow musician and entertainer, Carl Acuff Jr., along with a notable group of musicians decided to put together a tribute show to this entertainment legend featuring his wonderful catalog of music. With Glen’s original arrangements and charts provided to the group by Mr. TJ Kuenster, they are as close as you can come to the real deal. Therefore, The Wichita Lineman show was born. After searching around on how to approach this project, Carl hand picked musicians, including some Glen Campbell alumni from the Branson and Las Vegas years to bring this show to life with full instrumentation, great vocals and musical ability. Each of the musicians are wonderful entertainers in their own right, and beginning in 2018 they started bringing to life Glen Campbell’s music once again for all the world to enjoy the way it was meant to be performed.
Carl Acuff Jr. has been entertaining folks all over the US and Canada since 1992. In 2018 he was asked to do a tribute to one of his all time music heroes, Mr. Glen Campbell. Everyone loves all those great hits and memories from this dynamic career in this 2 hour show. Hits like “Gentle On My Mind”, “Southern Nights”, “Wichita Lineman” and so many more. Add some down home Glen Campbell humor, and you have a night that will not soon to be forgotten!
The Guardians Band
HITS FROM THE 70s & BEYOND!
The concept for the Guardians Band was to start with the songlist from the Guardians of the Galaxy Movies. Starlord’s (Chris Pratt) most prized possession is his Walkman with a mix tape of primarily hits from the 70’s. Songs like Hooked on a Feelin’ Fooled Around and Fell in Love, OOO Child, Billie Jean, and Cherry Bomb evoke the era of 70’s rock and include a new audience of millennials and beyond who love the Marvel movie classic. When our band performed at wedding the bride and groom requested a bunch of songs from the movie and the Guardians Band was born.
Quality and musicianship is the hallmark of our performances. Our lead vocalists, Holly Vose, Evan Sauvage and Tim Rosendo were top singers for the 17th Avenue Allstars vocal band [a favorite of the Willow Tree Festival!]. They bring years of experience to the band with killer vocals and great stage presence.
Our rhythm section consists of 4 in-demand players: Guy Steagall lead guitar, Billy Ray Stevens keys, Byron Dudrey bass and Tony Stevens drums, bring years of experience touring with major acts and performing with top Denver Bands. This combination of talent and experience brings our audiences a truly top shelf act and one to make it’s mark on Colorado and beyond.
The Toasted Ponies
THE BEST OF BOTH TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY BLUEGRASS MUSIC
The Toasted Ponies combine the best of both traditional and contemporary Bluegrass music. Look for great harmony singing and hot instrumentals in a typical Ponies performance. These musicians are seasoned professionals who love playing their music and it shows. They will play everyone’s Bluegrass favorites along with a fun mix of Cajun, Western Swing, Gospel and Celtic tunes just to keep things interesting. The Ponies are equally at home on a formal concert stage or at a barn party, county fair or community picnic. Just try seeing the Ponies show without tapping your toes — it can’t be done!
Featuring Steve Hanson (banjo, mandolin, guitar & vocals), Pam Barger (guitar, mandolin & vocals), Terry Keefe (fiddle, mandolin, & vocals), Randy Barger (guitar & vocals) and Jim Pipher (bass & vocals). The Ponies play award winning bluegrass as well as country, Celtic, Cajun and original tunes. The Ponies have three recordings: Why the Long Face?, Bluegrass of Champions and Pine Creek Crossing.
Orion & Stacey Potter
ALWAYS SINGING!
Orion & Stacey Potter have been charming audiences with their fantastic voices and dynamic performances for nearly a decade. The duo met in 2000, married in 2003, and began performing together around the nation in 2009. While they make their home in the Black Hills of South Dakota, they travel all over, bringing joy and nostalgia to all who hear them.
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