By Victoria Simmons
The Byron Buzz
Byron’s North Peach Park will be jammin’ Saturday (June 28th) for the Pre-July 4th Celebration which will conclude with a fireworks display and includes live music.
Thanks to Byron Main Street and CVB, Josh Gracin will headline Saturday’s event in the park. ” We are super excited to celebrate the best summer pasttime of all, live music and fireworks with Josh Gracin who served in the United States Marine Corps, was a finalist on American Idol, and now Country Music Superstar. Byron is honored to have you in our town for this special celebration,” stated Tiffany Peavy, MainStreet and CVB Director.
Gracin is a Michigan native who grew up listening to country and R&B Music. He catapulted to fame after auditioning for the second season of the hit television series ”American Idol”. At that time Josh was still serving in the United States Marine Corps. He quickly became a favorite and won the hearts of viewers with his strong fourth place finish on ”Idol”. Many stated they thought he should have won or at least finished second.
Following his appearance on the series and completion of his military service (honorably discharged in 2004), Josh released his self-titled debut album that summer. Three Top Five singles on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart later, the Recording Industry Association of America certified the album gold.
”Gracin Nation” was wanting more and Josh delivered in the form of his sophomore album, ”We Weren’t Crazy,” which was released in 2008 and produced five more chart singles, including a top ten in its title track. ”Redemption,” Josh’s third album, was released in 2011 and showcased his growth as a writer, artist and producer with the hit single, ”Long Way To Go” making its way up the adult contemporary charts.
Now, intermission is officially over, The Josh Gracin Drink It Gone Tour is rolling through the country playing sold out shows to fans from the East Coast to down South.
When he’s not on stage, Josh is in the studio writing and recording the next generation of country music hits for his upcoming album, ”Dust Off Your Boots.” Get ready, Josh Gracin is back and Byron gets to be one of his stops.
”I am looking forward to playing in Byron! Not only does it give me a chance to play in the great state of Georgia, but I am celebrating the Independence of the greatest country in the world,” Josh stated.
In addition to Gracin, will be Stevie G. and the Rockerz, combining their musical experience with a show featuring hits of their favorite artists and some ”stories from the road” for good measure. The band draws from time on tour with ”original artists” like Dennis Yost & the Classics IV, Archie Bell and the Drells, The Tams, The Drifters and more. They present a new sound and old school groove that will keep the party going with hits from the 60’s through the 90’s. The group has been on tour promoting their new CD, ”Big News In a Small Town” which features
11 original songs for a high energy addition to any gathering.
The evening will also include Willie Raines – Feats of Strength. Food vendors will be on site as well as inflatables for the kids. This is a free community event you don’t want to miss this Saturday from 6-10 p.m. There will be a live remote from 4-6 p.m. Gracin’s performance begins at 8 p.m. and Pyrotecnico fireworks conclude the night starting at 9:30 p.m. Bring your blanket or lawn chair and cooler for a fun evening. See you there Byron.!!
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