Experience Jamey Johnson “in color” this September at Roanoke Island Festival Park
Bringing Melody to Manteo
The Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo is gaining massive attention as it gears up to host the legendary country singer Jamey Johnson and the highly acclaimed band Whitey Morgan & the 78’s as a part of the “What a View Tour”. The jubilant music festival will take place on Saturday, the 7th of September, 2024, marking the grand finale of the VusicOBX summer concert series.
Schedule and Admission
The event is scheduled to commence at 6 p.m., with the gates swinging open for a warm welcome an hour earlier at 5 p.m. The musical festival promises a captivating show, rain or shine. General admission tickets will be made available to the public starting Friday, April 19, at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased on the VusicOBX website through etix.com.
Family-friendly and accommodating, children under the age of eight will be granted free admission.
About Jamey Johnson
Eleven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson is known for his mesmerizing singles like “In Color” and “High Cost of Living“. The Washington Post regard him as “one of the greatest country singers of our time”, a sentiment echoed by numerous publications such as Rolling Stone, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.
Johnson’s prestigious accolades include two Song of the Year Awards from both the CMA and ACMs. His 2008 album, “That Lonesome Song“, was certified platinum for 1 million in sales, while his ambitious double album, “The Guitar Song“, received a gold certification. In reflection of his immense talent, Johnson bagged two Song of the Year trophies for “Give It Away” and “In Color“, from both the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association.
Jamey Johnson’s Record
In 2012, Johnson paid homage to the late songwriter Hank Cochran by releasing his fifth studio album, “Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran“. This ambitious project saw collaborations with legendary artists such as Willie Nelson, Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Ray Price, Elvis Costello, George Strait, Vince Gill, and Merle Haggard. This critically acclaimed album earned him a Grammy nomination and won Album of the Year in the 13th annual Nashville Scene’s Country Music Critics’ Poll.
The residents of Manteo and visitors alike are eagerly anticipating the September performance at Roanoke Island Festival Park. They eagerly await the moment Jamey Johnson takes the stage, delivering his soulful country performance in full color.
Author: STAFF HERE OUTER BANKS WRITER
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