Bristol, VA-TN -- Border Bash, a monthly concert series in historic downtown Bristol, will begin its 10th Year anniversary on May 15 in the 500 block of State Street. The evening's events will start with children's activities, crafters, and concessions at 6PM. Live music begins at 7 p.m. with Pokey LaFarge followed by the Whiskey Bent Valley Boys at 8:30 p.m.
Border Bash is free to the public.
"We are thrilled that this is Border Bash's 10th Anniversary!" commented Christina Blevins, Executive Director of Believe in Bristol. Blevins added "With the continual growth of Border Bash and downtown, we want to showcase our beautiful State Street, so this year we will be moving from block to block, this is a huge change since we have been on the 500 Block for the past 9 years. This will give the opportunity for all the stores and restaurants downtown to play an active part in our celebration. Come and enjoy this milestone with us. We hope to see you on State!"
Pokey LaFarge
Pokey LaFarge was born in the heartland of America and took to the open road at a young age, earning the key to freedom by hitching rides and writing boxcar ballads that spun tales of a boy finding his way through this big wide-open country. He submerged himself with the most American of music and embraced himself in the beauty of the land while picking and strumming with down-home groups everywhere he went, falling in with traveling caravans of vaudeville poets and hell-raising bluegrass pickers alike.
Whiskey Bent Valley Boys
When asked about their music, the Whiskey Bent Valley Boys' answer is really quite simple. They play a powerful mix, "pounding out the swing dancin', foot stompin', hard drivin' tunes that'll tickle your innards." With such strong proclamations and an equally enduring name, these Kentuckians remain "bent" on success. For the relentless foursome-Mason Dixon, JR, Johnny Whippermule, and Leroy Jones-it's a success driven and defined by their grassroots mentality. "Performing at any street corner, county fair, flea market, [or] festival. You name it, they'll pick it."
About Border Bash
Border Bash features live music on the third Friday of every month from May through August, showcasing musicians who will perform later this year at the 9th Annual Rhythm and Roots Reunion. "We hope that individuals, families, and visitors will come downtown to experience Bristol's cultural heritage" commented Bill Hartley, Executive Director of the Birthplace of Country Music Alliance. Hartley added that between the youth activities, artist's exhibits, and musical fare offered that there should be something for everyone. For more information, visit www.believeinbristol.org, www.birthplaceofcountrymusic.org, www.bristolrhythm.com or call (276) 645-0111 or (423) 423-573-2200.
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