2008 Show Schedule
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NOTE: All performances are subject to change.
| Event |
Appearing |
Times |
Price |
Genre |
| Tornado Benefit Concert Featuring Carnes McCormack and the Heaters plus Ribbon and Steel |
March 1st |
6pm |
Donation |
Variety |
Bull Shoals Theater of the Art is hosting a benefit concert to help aid the victims of the recent tornados. Donations for this event will be accepted
to aid this relief effort. Apearing this evening this evening will be Carnes McCormack & the Heaters along with Ribbon and Steel.
Carnes & The Heaters probably could best be described as a variety/blues band. Their repertoire includes soul, rock, ballads, standards
and of course BLUES. Their versatility is a unique ability to mix music from different genres and timeframes into expressions that are
both contemporary and timeless.
Appearing with Carnes McCormack & the Heaters will also be the local band Ribbon and Steel.
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| Leon Russell |
June 7th |
7PM |
$20.00 |
Rock |
Leon Russell will be returning June 7th so hurry up and buy yor tickets
as last year's show was a sold out performance. Call the theater for complete details.
The ultimate rock & roll session man, Leon Russell's long
and storied career includes collaborations with a virtual who's who of music icons
spanning from Jerry
Lee Lewis to Phil Spector to the Rolling Stones. A similar eclecticism and scope also
surfaced in his solo work, which couched his charmingly gravelly voice in a rustic yet
rich swamp pop fusion of country, blues and gospel. Born Claude Russell Bridges on April
2, 1942, in Lawton, OK, he began studying classical piano at age three, a decade later
adopting the trumpet and forming his first band. At 14, Russell lied about
his age to land a gig at a Tulsa nightclub, playing behind Ronnie Hawkins & the Hawks
before touring in support of Jerry Lee Lewis. Two
years later, he settled in Los Angeles, studying guitar under the legendary James Burton and
appearing on sessions with Dorsey Burnette and Glen Campbell. As a
member of Spector's renowned studio group, Russell played on
many of the finest pop singles of the 1960s, also arranging classics like Ike & Tina Turner's monumental "River Deep, Mountain
High"; other hits bearing his input include the Byrds' "Mr. Tambourine
Man," Gary Lewis & the Playboys' "This Diamond Ring," and Herb Alpert's
"A Taste of Honey."
In 1967, Russell built
his own recording studio, teaming with guitarist Marc Benno to
record the acclaimed Look Inside the Asylum Choir LP. While touring with Delaney &
Bonnie, he scored his first songwriting hit with Joe Cocker's
reading of "Delta Lady," and in 1970, upon founding his own Shelter Records
imprint, he also organized Cocker's
legendary Mad Dogs and Englishmen tour. After the subsequent tour film earned Russell his
first real mainstream notoriety, he issued a self-titled solo LP, and in 1971 appeared at George Harrison's
Concert for Bangladesh following sessions for B.B. King, Eric Clapton,
and Bob Dylan. After
touring with the Rolling Stones, Russell
increasingly focused on his solo career, reaching the number two spot with 1972's Carny
and scoring his first pop hit with the single "Tight Rope." While the success of
1973's three-LP set Leon Live
further established his reputation as a top concert draw, response to the country inspired
studio effort Hank Wilson's Back was considerably more lukewarm, as was the reception
afforded to 1974's Stop All That Jazz.
1975's Will O' the Wisp, however, restored his commercial luster, thanks in large part to
the lovely single "Lady Blue."
In June of 1975, Russell married
singer Mary McCreary; the following year the couple collaborated on The Wedding Album,
issued through his newly formed Paradise Records label. Also in 1976, the Russell-penned
"This Masquerade" earned a Grammy Award for singer George Benson.
He and McCreary reunited for 1977's Make Love to the Music, and upon completing the solo Americana, Russell teamed
with Willie Nelson
for 1979's Willie & Leon. He then spent the next two years touring with his bluegrass
band, the New Grass Revival, issuing a live LP in 1981; although Paradise shut down later
that year, the label was reactivated for 1984's Hank Wilson, Vol. II and Solid State. Russell spent
the remainder of the decade largely outside of music and did not resurface until issuing
the Bruce Hornsby
produced Anything Can Happen
in 1992. The album appeared to little fanfare, however, and another long period of
relative inactivity followed prior to the 1998 release of Hank Wilson, Vol. 3: Legend in
My Time. Face in the Crowd appeared a year later. ~ Jason Ankeny, All Music Guide
Visit Leon's Web Site at: http://www.leonrussellrecords.com
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| Bobbie Smith's Monday Night Jamboree |
Starting April 7th. Every
Mon. Night |
6pm |
Free |
Country/Gospel/Variety |
BOBBIE, BOBBIE, BOBBIE!!! Yes, they're returning for 2008. Bobbie Smith from Bull Shoals (previously from Harrison), Arkansas hosts our Monday Night
Jamboree which is FREE and open to the public. Bring your family to this night of fine
entertainment to see and hear talent from around the Ozarks. It's not uncommon to have
20-plus entertainers per show, each performing a solo, or a duet with others. You'll hear
original works as well as popular classic and contemporary hits. Click here to visit the Bull Shoals Jamboree Web Site.
NOTE: You may have to enable ActiveX controls and turn off the Popup blocker for your browswer. The Jamboree Web Site is total virus free.
And please be patient it takes time to download the web site, BUT it is well worth it.
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| The Millers |
Apr 5th |
7pm |
$12.00 |
Bluegrass/Gospel Music |
This family of four are known for their rich harmony, wide ranging musical skills and family
oriented bluegrass shows. They have taken the Southwest Missouri area by storm in the past 2
years making numerous appearances at all the great venues, big and small, including; Starvy
Creek Bluegrass Festival, Conway, MO. Silver Dollar City Bluegrass & Barbecue Festival, Branson, MO.
The Coleman Theater, Miami, OK. and Snyder Park Bluegrass Festival, Halltown, MO. ... just to name a few.
Visit The Millers Web Site at: http://www.themillers-bluegrass.com
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| Tommy Walter |
May 9th |
7pm |
$12.00 |
Elvis Tribute |
Tommy is from Mountain Home, Arkansas and is 20 years old. He has been an Elvis Tribute Artist (ETA) since he was 13.
He began recording albums at 16, and has been acclaimed by many as one of the best at his young age. But don't let the young age part fool you.
Tommy has a very crisp, mature voice. Tommy has performed all over the south, including, Mountain Home, Fayetteville, Memphis, and Branson.
Tommy won 4 Ultimate Elvis contests in Branson in 2006 alone. Just recently, on November 3, 2007, Tommy performed with Shaun "Sherrill" Nielsen,
Elvis's harmony singer, and one of his favorite singers from 1966-1977. They performed the song "Fairytale", which was a concert staple and one
of Elvis's favorite songs in the latter years of his life. Tommy has left audiences in awe of his raw talent but it hasn't come without work.
He, in the early years, would practice from 4 in the afternoon until 11 at night, focusing more on his musicianship than his school work.
To him it just seemed second nature to get on stage in front of crowd and make it his job to get them on their feet and excite them for the hour
or two he performed for them.Tommy is from Mountain Home, Arkansas and is 20 years old. He has been an Elvis Tribute Artist (ETA) since he was 13.
He began recording albums at 16, and has been acclaimed by many as one of the best at his young age. But don't let the young age part fool you.
Tommy has a very crisp, mature voice. Tommy has performed all over the south, including, Mountain Home, Fayetteville, Memphis, and Branson.
Tommy won 4 Ultimate Elvis contests in Branson in 2006 alone. Just recently, on November 3, 2007, Tommy performed with Shaun "Sherrill" Nielsen,
Elvis's harmony singer, and one of his favorite singers from 1966-1977. They performed the song "Fairytale", which was a concert staple and one of
Elvis's favorite songs in the latter years of his life. Tommy has left audiences in awe of his raw talent but it hasn't come without work. He, in
the early years, would practice from 4 in the afternoon until 11 at night, focusing more on his musicianship than his school work. To him it just
seemed second nature to get on stage in front of crowd and make it his job to get them on their feet and excite them for the hour or two he performed
for them.
Visit Tommy Walter's web site at: http://www.myspace.com/etatommywalter
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| Hot Hits of Motown Show |
May 31st |
7pm |
$12.00 |
Live Motown Review |
Hot Hits of Motown staring Jamie "K" and the Hit Men Band will take you back on a
musical journey through time with some of the best hits of the 50's and 60's. The show
will have you dancing in your seat with hits from your favorite artists including:
The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye and Tammy Terrell, Dianna Ross,
Little Anthony, Gladys Knight, Smokey Robinson, and much, much more.
Lead female vocalist Jamie "K" Kistner from Branson, Missouri will take the stage and
join male vocalist Donald Brown from Kanasas City. The pair will perform with the Hit
Men Band: John "Hollywood" Bridgewater on lead guitar, Anthony Payne on bass guitar,
Quiten Donley on drums, Jeff Lucas on keyboards, and Kenny Glover on saxaphone. All
are seasoned performers from Branson and Kansas City area and have performed in various
countries around the world including: Europe, Japan, Canada,The Carribean Islands, and
Austrailia.
The newest memeber of the group, Mr. Jeff Lucas playing keyboards, has quite a history
with Motown music, starting early in his career as the Musical Director for the group
"The Jackson Five" when they burst into the charts in the late 60's and early 70's with
some of Motown's Hottest Hits.
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| The Best of Branson Show |
July 4th |
4pm |
$12.00 |
Country and Variety |
The Bull Shoals Theater of the Arts in Bull Shoals, AR is pleased to present "The Best of Branson Show", Friday, July 4th at 4:00 p.m.
The show, produced by Branson’s most prestigious award winning producer, Chisai Childs, is a mixture of the finest musicians and
performers in Branson. Beautifully costumed, this family production consists of 50’s, 60’s, country, comedy and gospel music.
Mark Allen, from Turkey Creek Opry in Branson will sing the current country hits of Randy Travis, Billy Currington, Kenny Chesney, and
will debut his current single, “Don’t Make a Liar Out of Me.” Suzi Weber, star of the original Country Tonight Show, sings the hits of
Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Lorie Morgan in her own true style. Paul Dietrich, of the Andy Williams Moon River Theatre, will change
the pace with his operatic version of “Phantom of the Opera,” and his 50’s piano medley of Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard, Elton John
and Ray Charles. Steve Harbour will keep your toes-a-tappin with hot banjo and guitar pickin’ with his amazing musical talent.
Also appearing will be Matthew Matney and his sister Molly. The Matney's are no strangers to this theater and have performed in a past Christmas show here.
Thirteen year old Molly Matney started her career at the age of two with Barbara Fairchild, and has also been on Lost in the Fifties in Branson. Her sixteen
year old brother Matthew also appeared with Molly in the same Christmas show. Together, Matthew and Molly have been billed as "Branson's Biggest Little Stars",
for many years.
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| Jeannie Kendall & Phil McGarrah |
July 12th |
7pm |
$15.00 |
Country Music |
Jeannie Kendall was with one of the rare
father-daughter duos in country music history. The Kendalls were also the most successful,
racking up a series of hits during the late '70s and early '80s. Daughter Jeannie sang
lead on most of the group's material, while father Royce typically double-tracked his
harmony vocals behind her and shunned the spotlight on most occasions. Though their
production was certainly radio-friendly, they were more grounded in country tradition than
many of their contemporaries, working elements of bluegrass, honky tonk, and country
gospel into their music.
Royce was born in St. Louis, and along with his brother Floyce, he formed a group called
the Austin Brothers during the late '50s. Jeannie was also born in St. Louis, and her
father taught her to sing as a child. Royce moved the family to Los Angeles as he pursued
a career with the Austin Brothers, but after a couple of years, he returned to St. Louis
and set up his own barber shop. He and Jeannie teamed up as a family act when she was 15
and started selling their demo tape via mail order. They found a patron in producer Pete
Drake, who signed them to the small Stop Records and helmed their very first chart single,
a 1970 cover of "Leaving on a Jet Plane" that just missed the country Top 50.
The Kendalls subsequently moved to Nashville in pursuit of greater success, but although
they recorded a bit more, their breakthrough was several years in coming. It wasn't until
1977 that they signed to Ovation and released the smash hit "Heaven's Just a Sin
Away," which went all the way to number one on the country charts and won a Grammy
for Best Country Vocal by a Duo or Group. The Kendalls visited the country Top Ten
regularly up into the mid-'80s, establishing a penchant for cheating songs; their biggest
hits of the late '70s included "It Don't Feel Like Sinnin' to Me,"
"Pittsburgh Stealers," the number one "Sweet Desire," and "I Had
a Lovely Time." In 1981, they switched from Ovation to Mercury and scored more hits
with songs like "You'd Make an Angel Wanna Cheat," "Teach Me to
Cheat," and a third number one, "Thank God for the Radio."
http://www.jeanniekendall.com
Also appearing on stage with Jeannie will be Phil Mcgarrah and his Runnin' On Empty Band.
Phil Mcgarrah, vocals/guitar, grew up in a one-room log cabin in the Spring Valley and Clifty
area of Northwest Arkansas. "Life was plain and simple, farming and
logging. I guess I started playing the guitar when I was about 5 years old. I watched my
brother, cousins, and uncles play at church. I saw where they put their fingers on
the strings and it was all history from there." Wrote his first song at 8 years
old, "Night Time In Old Kentucky" which can still be heard when ROE plays live.
"I have had a great life growing up in rural Arkansas and I believe things will come
to those wait, but only whats left behind from those who hustle. We all need goals
in our lives, but remember you dont know where you are going if you dont know
where you have been." Phil is currently finishing his second album of original
songs and working on a third which will feature living legends Razzy Bailey, Sleepy
LaBeef, Pretty Miss Norma Jean, and Freddie Hart.
Runnin'
On Empty band members appearing with Phil McGarrah are Michael, Maese, aka Dead-Eye Odom,
Steel/Dobro, Travis King, utility/vocals, Lacie Elizabeth Vowell, vocals/harmonies, Johnny
Long, vocals/harmonies/bass/keys, Deborah House, violin/vocals, and Jim Terry, bass.
Read more about Phil McGarrah and the Runnin' On Empty Band at their web site at
http://www.runninonemptyband.com/
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| The Crabb Revival |
Aug 1st |
7pm |
$15.00 |
Dottie Rambo Tribute show |
A little more than ten years ago, a group of sibling from rural Kentucky stormed the Christian music industry
with perhaps the strongest burst onto the scene ever noted in the history of the music. With successes equivalent
to only legends, the Crabb Family carried their banner strong through numerous chart-topping songs, too many
awards to name, and literally thousands of souls won into the kingdom of God. Their combination of innocence,
sincerity, talent and anointing became an avenue in which the Spirit of God could flow through them and right
to the needs of audiences everywhere. The mark they made on the music industry, but more importantly on the
family of God will never be forgotten.
In the center of the heart of the Crabb Family were siblings Adam Crabb and Terah Penhollow. Both uniquely gifted
with gifts beyond their comprehension,this pair bring together the necessary components to continue carrying the
torch. While their siblings are answering the call in various avenues of ministry, both Adam and Terah still feel
very strong calling on their lives to sing. Since they have stood on stages together for most of their lives, now
that ministry that they have known it for more than ten years is nearing its completion, the two wouldn't have it
any other way than staying together as a team!
Adam Crabb was noted during his time with the Crabb Family for his heartfelt lead vocals and amazing harmonies, but
even more for his musicianship. Adam is one of the greatest musicians to ever stand on a musical stage, playing
harmonica as well as various other instruments. His moving harmonica rendition of the old classic "Amazing Grace"
never fails to bring audiences to their feet and move them to tears. Adam plays with skill, but with such an anointing
that cannot be ignored. He has received numerous award nominations as a musician. Vocally, Adam was a big part of the
tight blend that could not be heard on many Crabb Family tunes. In addition, Adam was featured on several Crabb Family
hits, such as the number one, "The Walk" Adam and his wife Kristi have two children Hannah and Charlee.
Terah is the youngest Crabb sibling and is most noted for her sweet spirit both on and off the stage. Although she may
be meek and sweet in spirit, vocally she is a powerhouse. When Terah opens her mouth audiences are astonished at the
sound that comes out. With songs like "He'll Make A Way," and "I've Come To Take you Home," Terah Sings with an
anointing that ushers in the presence of GOD! Terah can also sing audiences "happy" on fun tunes like "Traveling On"
and " Jesus In a Song". Terah and her husband Jonathan Penhollow have a son, Logan.
Adam and Terah have found that often God places the resources needed to accomplish his work-right in front of your eyes.
Zach Smith has served as a driving force behind the Crabb Family's excitement on stage. With Zach on lead guitar he has
taken the Crabb Family's band to a status that could stand alone. Coming from a musical family and having spent time on
the road as such, has hidden his ability to sing. Adam and Terah believe that the missing piece to their new adventure
is to bring Zach on board not only as a musician but also lending his voice to complete the third harmony part of
Crabb Revival. Zach, who came to the Crabb Family from Tyler, Texas will continue to play the guitar and sing the third
part of the vocals. Zach will complete the "country sound" of Crabb Revival and contribute to their plans to travel
with a band. Zach was recently married to Amanda Till with TK and McRae.
The full band sound is made complete by Jedidah Richardson and Micah Schweinsberg. Micah was the drummer for the award
winning Crabb Family band. While with the Crabb Family, he had a distinct sound on the drums and inspired numerous young
and upcoming drummers. He continues to add that same sound on the drums to Crabb Revival. Before joining the Crabb Family,
Micah played drums with several other artists. In addition to his talents on stage, MIcah is instrumental off stage as well.
His dad owns his own studio and has helped with production, engineering, and other various tasks. Micah is originally from
Ohio, but now makes Tennessee his home. Jedidah Richardson plays both acoustic and bass guitar for Crabb Revival. He is
from Beaver Dam Kentucky and is a cousin of Adam and Terah's. Jed, Micah, and Zach add a distinct sound to Crabb Revival
that audiences love.
Visit The Crabb Revival Web Site at: http://www.crabbrevival.net
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| The Del Souls |
Aug 9th |
7pm |
$12.00 |
Early Rock N' Roll |
The Del Souls reflect the musical
passion that inspired them while growing up in the 50's and 60's.
Forming
the core of The Del Souls are a couple of long-time friends, Steve and Mike. The
two have been in various groups playing the club and dance circuits in the
Chicago area for the past thirteen years. These budding rockers who came of age
amid hardware stores, working-man bars, and corner stores, enduring themes such
as class struggle, lost love, and the American dream were never far from mind.
Carol, Bob, Paul and Bill round out the sound of The Del Souls. Carol brings to
the mix her keyboard dexterity along with rich and soulful vocals. Bob’s bass
guitar provides the drive, Paul an accomplished sax accompaniment and Bill a
second guitar. This combination of multi-instrumentation and exciting vocals
provides the drive to faithfully recreate the sounds of the 50’s and 60’s Rock N Roll
era.
The band got it's start, 13 years ago, when Steve and Mike were playing in a band for
a community theatre production of "Grease". The two became friends and found that they
shared a common interest in the style of music they enjoyed. "When Mike and I met we
musically understood each other perfectly. We got along so well musically, that in
addition to playing the show, we opened the show with some oldies songs" says Steve.
That was the beginning of a musical partnership that has lasted 16 years and is now the
backbone of the Del Souls and basis for the group's first compact disk recording "My
Neighborhood”.
The Del Souls have opened for Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals and have shared the stage with
locally known groups such as The Neverly Brothers and Johnny and the Meteors.
They continue to record original music with that 50’s and 60’s flare. They are in the
process of recording their second CD.
Visit The Del Souls Band Web Site at: http://www.thedelsouls.com
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| Moore and Moore |
Nov 8th |
7pm |
$20.00 |
Country Western |
The best performances come from people who work well together. That would be a major understatement for twin sisters Debbie and Carrie Moore.
Having sung together all of their lives, there is something really special about the close-knit harmony they create. Adept at working with an
audience and making them part of their performance, Moore & Moore give the all out kind of show that only comes from the heart.
Debbie and Carrie hail originally from Belton, Missouri. It was easy to see that these two were destined for musical careers. As young girls,
they were shy performers, resulting in hiding behind the family couch when relatives tried to coax them to perform. To see them on stage today,
you would never guess that they would ever do anything else. They grew up listening to old records and would memorize all the words. By the time
they were teenagers, they were performing in their church choir, at weddings, talent shows and in numerous school groups. They wrote their high school
graduation song and were voted "Most Talented" by their senior class. "We sang our senior class song at the Kansas City Music Hall for graduation. After
hearing the applause and seeing how we could touch people through our music, we knew from that moment on.... we were put on this earth to sing!"
In 1991, they released their first single, "Out With The Old" which stayed at #1 for seven weeks on the Independent Charts. This is still the
longest running #1 debut single in Independent Chart history. The accompanying debut video won Video Challenge five nights in a row on The Nashville
Network's Video PM. There have been four Number One singles since that release: "Steal Me A Heart", "Don't Come Knocking", "Break Down the Walls"
and "I Surrender".
From 1991 until now, Moore & Moore have received several awards and nominations from Indie Bullet, Airplay International, TNN/Music City News Awards,
BMI, NSAI and NATD and the Independent Music Awards. Their success has prompted appearances on WTBS's Roots of Country with Robert Oermann, The Sally
Jessy Raphael Show and TNN's Nashville Now, Video Morning, Video PM, Country Beat, Miller and Company, Music City Tonight, Club Dance, Wildhorse Saloon
Show, TNN Country News, The Statler Brothers Show and Prime Time Country.
In 1994 they were asked to go on tour as the opening act for the legendary Statler Brothers. In 1995, they were honored to make their first appearance
on the world famous Grand Ole Opry. Moore & Moore toured with Jerry Springer in 1995 and were featured on his country album, "Dr. Talk". In 1996, they
performed in Korea and Japan for the military and received the Award for International Duo of the Year. In 1997 they toured Europe with the Bellamy
Brothers and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. In 1999, they toured Australia and Europe. Debbie Moore co-wrote the song "Wish You Were Here" with Bill Anderson
and Skip Ewing recorded by Mark Wills on Mercury Records. It went to #1 on the Billboard, R&R and Gavin Charts in April 1999. Today, Moore & Moore continue
to tour all over the world (with a second tour of Denmark scheduled for December 2007) and have received numerous awards, including Country Duo of the Year
and International Entertainer of the Year. Moore & Moore’s previous album, "Million Roses", (with special guests, Bill Anderson, Shawn Camp, The Jordanaires
and Jerry Reed) received an Airplay Gold Record "for Radio Report Points and Overall Industry Acceptance". Their current album, "Meant To Be" (with special
guests, Jan Howard & Jeannie Seely, George "Goober" Lindsey, Pirates Of The Mississippi and Johnny Rodriguez) was nominated for the 2007 "Country Album Of
The Year" by the Independent Music Awards. Moore & Moore's new single, "Find Me A Man Like Goober" is getting rave reviews, including Music Row rave reviews,
including Music Row Magazine's Robert Oermann claiming "Their twin-like vocal harmonies are absolutely perfect, and the bopping song is as cute as the dickens."
The accompanying video, featuring George "Goober" Lindsey and cameos of 17 legendary artists, has been released and is currently being added to country video
outlets worldwide.
They have worked with the Gatlin Brothers, Alabama, Marty Stuart, Chad Brock, Little Jimmy Dickens, The Oak Ridge Boys, Smokey Robinson, Mark Chesnutt,
Jim Ed Brown, Donny Osmond, The Temptations, Sam Moore, Tom T. Hall, Johnny Rodriguez, JoDee Messina, Doug Kershaw, Ricky Van Shelton, Holly Dunn,
Stonewall Jackson, Billy Ray Cyrus, Michael Peterson, Bryan White, Porter Wagoner, Ricochet, Ty Herndon, Terri Clark, T.G. Sheppard, Kenny Chesney,
Confederate Railroad, Dierks Bentley, Jack Greene, Clay Walker, Aaron Tippin and many others.
Visit The Moore and Moore Sisters website at: http://www.mooreandmooreonline.com
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