TUSCUMBIA-Jackson Nance will headline a benefit concert at the Alabama Music Hall of Fame on Friday, June 12, 2015 at 7 p.m.
Jackson Nance, the youngest artist who has ever been signed to Warner/Chappell, Nashville, is headlining a “Swamp Thing” fundraiser at the Alabama Music Hall of Fame on Friday, June 12, at 7 p.m. Nance, who lives in Leiper’s Fort, TN, visited the hall of fame for the first time a few months ago, and decided he wanted to do a benefit concert for the museum.
The show will include original performances by Nance as well as the official debut of his
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first music video titled “It’s a Swamp Thing,” which he co-wrote with songwriters Eddie Wilson and Rob Robinson as a tribute to his musical heroes, the Swampers. The video was recorded at the Nuthouse Studio in Sheffield and the song was produced by Swamper Jimmy Johnson. The band will also perform some of the best hits from Muscle Shoals.
“These guys are my heroes,” said 15-year-old Nance, who has been singing since he was 8 and began playing and writing songs when he was 12. Two of the original Swampers, Jimmy Johnson and David Hood, will be performing with Nance at the event. Other musicians will include Will McFarlane, Rob Robinson, KGB members Kerry Gilbert, Wayne Walker, and Randy Kimbrough.
Dixie Griffin
“We are thrilled to have this talented young man perform,” said AMHOF Manager Dixie Griffin. “He is well-versed in Muscle Shoals music, and he fell in love with the hall of fame on his first visit here a few months ago. He is living proof that Alabama music will rock for years to come!”
The event will feature a “meet and greet” reception from 6-7 p.m. which includes hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary drink. Tickets for the reception are $30 and those who attend will receive a copy of the “It’s A Swamp Thing” recording. Tickets must be purchased by June 10, 2015. Call 256-381-4417
Show tickets are $20 and include a tour of the museum. A cash bar will be available. For information call AMHOF at 256-381-4417. Limited Seating-
Call early to get your ticket.
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