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One On One Interview With Richard Sterban Of The Oak Ridge Boys

March 14, 2019 by Dawn McAlexander

One On One Interview With Richard Sterban Of The Oak Ridge Boys

Richard Sterban has been a fixture in the Oak Ridge Boys for decades. As the wonderful, deep bass voice featured in iconic Oak Ridge Boys classics like, "Elvira," he helps to round out their unique and trendsetting sound. Now a published author, in our interview with Richard Sterban, we discuss his decision to leave Elvis to join the Oak Ridge Boys, the band's partnership with … [Read more...] about One On One Interview With Richard Sterban Of The Oak Ridge Boys

Country Music Hall Of Fame Announces Next Exhibit: Outlaws And Armadillos

January 12, 2018 by Dawn McAlexander

Country Music Hall Of Fame Announces Next Exhibit: Outlaws And Armadillos

One of my favorite classes in college was Country Music History. I learned all about the Nashville Sound and the progression into Outlaw Country. I also read many great books about Loretta Lynn, The Browns and more and did a research project on Willie Nelson. Having said all that, I think the newly announced upcoming exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Outlaws … [Read more...] about Country Music Hall Of Fame Announces Next Exhibit: Outlaws And Armadillos

Tim Elliott Talks Music Row, The Wildhorse Saloon & The Best Places To Eat In Nashville

December 21, 2017 by Dawn McAlexander

Tim Elliott Talks Music Row, The Wildhorse Saloon & The Best Places To Eat In Nashville

Current Carolina's Male Country Artist of the Year, Tim Elliott, has had a big year. We talk with him about what it's like being on the same charts with your idols, having a record deal and we even get into the best places to eat in Nashville. Before starting the actual interview, I learned that Tim Elliott used to live in Carroll County, Virginia, where I am originally from. … [Read more...] about Tim Elliott Talks Music Row, The Wildhorse Saloon & The Best Places To Eat In Nashville

Country Music Groups Of The 80s: Who Was Your Favorite? #moreclassywriting

May 16, 2013 by Dawn McAlexander

Country Music Groups of the 80s

Country Music Groups of the 80s ~ The 80s were a decade of big change for country music. The genre started a bit of a move away from outlaw music and picked up a bit of pop sound, which also allowed many acts to crossover onto stations that played other genres or music. With acts like Exile, Alabama and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, country music in the 80s was not only big … [Read more...] about Country Music Groups Of The 80s: Who Was Your Favorite? #moreclassywriting

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2024 EatPlayRock.com Concert Calendar

  • Dan + Shay / Greensboro Coliseum / Greensboro, NC [3/2]
  • Peter Frampton / Steven Tanger Center / Greensboro, NC [3/3]
  • Sam Hunt / Greensboro Coliseum / Greensboro, NC [4/5]
  • Dustin Lynch / Salem Civic Center / Salem, VA [4/12]
  • Needtobreathe / Coastal Credit Union Music Park / [4/26]
  • Stephanie Quayle / Summerfield Farms / Summerfield, NC [5/8]
  • Mammoth WVH / Harrah’s Casino / Cherokee, NC [5/10]
  • Barenaked Ladies / SummerLark / Winston-Salem, NC [5/11]
  • Staind & Seether / Bon Secours Wellness Arena / Greenville, SC [5/12]
  • Morgan Wade / Harvester / Rocky Mount, VA [5/15]
  • Tyler Reese Tritt / Tin Roof / Raleigh, NC [5/17]
  • Hangout Music Festival / Gulf Shores, AL [5/17-5/19]
  • DelFest / Cumberland, MD [5/23-5/26]
  • Pure Prairie League / Festival In The Park / Roanoke, VA [5/24]
  • Charles Esten / Neighborhood Theatre / Charlotte, NC [5/31]
  • Chris Young / Carrington Pavilion / Danville, VA [6/1]
  • Carolina Country Music Fest / Myrtle Beach, SC [6/6-6/9]
  • Kane Brown / PNC Arena / Raleigh, NC [6/7]
  • HARDY & Travis Denning / PNC Pavilion / Charlotte, NC [6/14/24]
  • Rockie Lynne / Carolina Freedom Festival / Kernersville, NC [6/15/24]
  • Steve Miller Band / Steven Tanger Center / Greensboro, NC [6/16/24]
  • Elle King / Dr Pepper Park / Roanoke, VA [6/20]
  • Telluride Bluegrass Festival / Telluride, CO [6/20-6/23]
  • Outlaw Music Festival / PNC Music Pavilion / Charlotte, NC / Charlotte, NC [6/22]
  • Alanis Morrisette / Coastal Credit Union Music Park / Raleigh, NC [6/27]
  • LeAnn Rimes / Carowinds / Charlotte, NC [7/5]
  • Bret Michaels Parti-Gras Tour / Carowinds / Charlotte, NC [7/6]
  • Foreigner & Styx / PNC Music Pavilion / Charlotte, NC [7/13]
  • FloydFest / Floyd, VA [7/24-7/28]
  • Pam Tillis / Village Park / Kannapolis, NC [7/26]
  • Sam Hunt / Coastal Credit Union Music Park / Raleigh, NC [7/27]
  • Old Fiddlers’ Convention / Galax, VA [8/5-8/10]
  • S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Fest / Koka Booth Amphitheatre / Cary, NC [8/7]
  • Train & REO Speedwagon / Coastal Credit Union Music Park / Paleigh, NC [8/9]
  • Maren Morris / The Ritz / Raleigh, NC [8/10]
  • Dogstar / The Ritz / Raleigh, NC [8/13]
  • Dan + Shay / PNC Music Pavilion / Charlotte, NC [8/16]
  • Lily Rose / Coyote Joe’s / Charlotte, NC [8/23]
  • Mountain Music Festival / Gatlinburg, TN [8/23-8/25]
  • Bush / Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre / Charlotte, NC [8/26]
  • Jason Aldean / Greensboro Coliseum / Greensboro, NC [8/29]
  • Rob Zombie & Alice Cooper / PNC Music Pavilion / Charlotte, NC [9/11]
  • Travis Tritt / Steven Tanger Center / Greensboro, NC [9/13]
  • Meghan Trainor / PNC Music Pavilion / Charlotte, NC [9/15]
  • Hootie & The Blowfish / PNC Music Pavilion / Charlotte, NC [9/19]
  • Melissa Etheridge & Jewel / Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre / Charlotte, NC [9/21]
  • Carolina Classic Fair / Winston-Salem, NC [10/4-10/13]
  • Stephen Pearcy / Dr. Pepper Park / Roanoke, VA [10/17]
  • Nelson / Newton Performing Arts Center / Newton, NC [11/8]

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Meet Dawn…

Dawn has been a music lover her entire life. She went to college in Boone, NC, an area that is rich in music and culture. She also worked as a radio deejay for 10 years and grew up in Southeastern, Va, a melting pot of different musical styles and traditions. She has been to more concerts than she can count in every genre you can imagine. She resides in North Carolina with her husband, Kenny, and their dog, Marley, and cat, TJ.

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