I found out recently that Randy Houser will not be at the Washington County Fair in Abingdon, Va., this year. He had been scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 18. After canceling, the fair has filled Randy’s empty spot with Luke Bryan.
As for the Appalachian Fair in Gray… I spoke to the folks at the fair today, and they told me that Colt Ford is the only confirmed artist so far for the August fair.
However, here’s who we have tentatively listed: The Band Perry, Danny Gokey, David Nail and Rodney Adkins! Absolutely nothing bad about that line-up. They don’t have anyone for Friday night yet, but they’re working on it, and as soon as they know, I’ll let you know.
Again, these artists are tentative at this point, but I am seriously hoping that they get confirmed real soon. If they do, nearly all of them will be first-time concerts for me. I have seen Rodney Adkins several times before, but I’m really looking forward to seeing David Nail and The Band Perry. And, while I never considered Danny Gokey country, I always liked his singing. And I’ve been told by Danny’s fans that he puts on a really good show, so I’ll be in that audience for sure.
I had an article up on David Nail when he released his debut CD on Aug. 18, you can read that here. I’ve had several articles up on The Band Perry. The kids are currently live in Greeneville, Tenn., and I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like this band. You can read more about them here
When Danny Gokey released his debut album, I put an article up that you can read here. Colt Ford and Rodney Adkins have also been the subject of man articles here. I think the fair has a great lineup this year, and I’m looking forward to going to every show.
When I get these dates confirmed, I’ll be sure to let you know.
I’ll talk to you all in the morning! Enjoy what’s left of your Wednesday night!
Country
Thanks for keeping us updated on the fair line-up. I always check here for it when the fair site hasn’t posted it yet. I too am very excited about this line-up. We saw David Nail at the Opry and he was great! This is going to be a great year at the fairs.
Hi Shirl, Keep in mind this is a TENTATIVE schedule, and it could change between now and Fair week … but I sure hope it doesn’t. I love this lineup! Keep reading Country’s Chatter for all the Fair news … and I’ll see you in Gray in August!
Country
Soooo…exactly WHEN is this fair? I wanna see Danny Gokey! And how far is Gray from Chattanooga?
Hi Danny Gokey Lover,
The Appalachian Fair is Aug. 23-Aug. 28. Gray, Tenn., is near Bristol, Tenn. I’d guess it’s probably about 4 hours from Chattanooga. I’m not sure yet which night Danny will be at the Fair, the schedule is still being confirmed (it’s all tentative right now). Hope you’ll keep checking back. As soon as I get more information, I’ll pass it on to all of you. Thanks for reading,
Country
Decent lineup!
Love the Band Perry.
And Gokey is great! The album surpassed my expectations; unique blend of soul and country. I have seen him at one of his own concerts and it is true- puts on a great show, excellent energy and audience connection.
Danny Gokey Lover,
Take 75 North to Knoxville into 40 East, 40 East will take you into 81 North, then hit Exit 57 toward Johnson City (I-26), Gray exit will be Exit 13, you’ll see signs directing you to the Fairgrounds. I’m sure I should be there if the Lord’s will!
Hi Dan, thanks for putting up directions. You did it much better than I could have.
To Danny Gokey Lover — Danny will be there opening night, Monday, Aug. 23, 2010. The show starts at 8 p.m.
See you all there!
Country
I noticed that the Appalachian Fair’s web site only list 2 nights; Monday with Danny Gokey and Thursday with David Nail. Are they only having 2 concerts or are they the only ones that are confirmed. I noticed that they don’t say that more info is coming. What’s up with that?
Hi Shirl,
The Fair still has David Nail, Rodney Adkins and The Band Perry lined up, tentatively, for now. They don’t have anyone for Friday night yet. But they are working on that one. They will have a concert all six nights as in the past. Just waiting for confirmation on the others.
I’ll see you at th efair.
Country