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Fair's grandstand acts set

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CHIPPEWA FALLS - Country singer Phil Vassar will return to the Chippewa Valley for the seventh time since 2001 when he headlines the main stage at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair on Friday, July 9. Other headliners announced Tuesday include 1960s Canadian rockers The Guess Who and rising country act Chris Young. The fair runs Wednesday, July 7, through Sunday, July 11. Vassar, 45, played at Country Fest in Cadott in 2002 and 2006 and at Country Jam in the town of Union in 2001, 2003, 2005 and 2009. "He puts on a heck of a show," said Rusty Volk, Northern Wisconsin State Fair executive director. Vassar's next CD, "Traveling Circus," is slated to go on sale Dec. 15. Among his best-known songs are "Six-Pack Summer," "American Child" and "Carlene." He hit No. 1 with the single "Just Another Day in Paradise." The Guess Who - slated to headline Wednesday - date to the early 1960s. Drummer/songwriter Garry Peterson has been a band member the entire time. The band's Web site states they welcomed a new lead singer, Derek Sharp, in January.

Cutting a new swath in fair entertainment - State & Regional - Wire - Kentucky.com

Cutting a new swath in fair entertainment - State & Regional - Wire - Kentucky.com.

Some demolition derbies at northern Kentucky county fairs this year are a cut above. They feature lawn mowers. Promoter John Peck told The Kentucky Enquirer that every county fair his Top Dog Promotions is working wants a lawn mower demo derby. The Kenton County Fair and Horse show will stage the events Monday and Tuesday nights. The Carroll County Fair had one earlier and the Boone and Gallatin county fairs will have them next month.

Another Wallenda to perform at Kings Island | ThrillNetwork.com

Another Wallenda to perform at Kings Island | ThrillNetwork.com.

The Wallenda family will once again be featured at Kings Island on Saturday, August 15 when Nik Wallenda will perform a high wire walk as part of his 2009 Walk Across America tour, which is taking place at various Cedar Fair parks. Nik is a grandson of legendary high wire artist Karl Wallenda Exact details of the walk are still unknown but the 2009 Walk Across America website promises the third high wire walk at Kings Island by the Wallenda family will be “more amazing than than the two before.” In 1974, Karl Wallenda set a record for longest sky walk with a 1,800 foot walk at Kings Island, and last year, Karl’s grandson Rick surpassed it with a 2,000 foot walk along International Street. For more information, including all parks and dates, visit the Nik Wallenda site on cedarfair.com.

Monterey County Fair announces concert line-up | thecalifornian.com | The Salinas Californian

Monterey County Fair announces concert line-up | thecalifornian.com | The Salinas Californian.

The 73rd Annual Monterey County Fair has announced its concerts to be held at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 12-16 on the Payton Garden Stage.

Eddy County fairgrounds get a facelift - Carlsbad Current-Argus

Eddy County fairgrounds get a facelift - Carlsbad Current-Argus.

Clean up began Saturday morning at the Eddy County Fairgrounds, in preparation for the annual Eddy County Fair, set for July 27 to Aug. 1. Some volunteers showed up as early as 6 a.m. to get the location in tip top shape for the upcoming event. "We came as early as we could," said fair board member Donnie Garthwite. "We want to make sure it looks good for everyone that shows up. "Hopefully we'll have as big a crowd as we did last year." Fair board President Joel Bell said there were at least 50 volunteers who showed up in the early morning hours to show their support. "We had people painting, sweeping, power washing the floors, raking leaves and picking up trash. We want this place looking its best for the Junior Livestock sale and rodeo, which will held on Saturday Aug. 1. "Saturday is also 'Tough enough to wear pink' night, in support of breast cancer research," said Bell. Among the cleanup crew was 7-year-old Artesia resident Taylor Scott, who happened to be covered in paint. "We painted all the picnic benches and round tables," he said with a mischievous grin. Taylor, along with his brother, David Scott, and Lewis Chandler, added fresh coats of paint to the sitting areas, as the two boys' mother Karen Scott supervised the effort. Though most of the volunteers came out of a sheer willingness to help out, others were coaxed by their parents. "My parents made me come out and help make Artesia look good for the fair crowd," said Weston

California Chronicle | N.C. Talent Takes the Stage at State Fair

California Chronicle | N.C. Talent Takes the Stage at State Fair.

Jul. 10--RALEIGH -- Three North Carolina talents will return to the state to take the stage during the 2009 State Fair. They are part of 11 nights of entertainment featuring contemporary Christian, country and R&B concerts in Dorton Arena. Youngsville native Jason Michael Carroll kicks off the concert series Oct. 15, and will perform songs from his newest studio release, "Growing Up is Getting Old," along with his chart-topping hits "Livin' our Love Song" and "I Can Sleep When I'm Dead." Albemarle native Kellie Pickler will perform Oct. 17, singing songs off her self-titled sophomore album. The top-10 finalist from Season 5 of "American Idol" has recorded a string of hits including "Red High Heels," "Don't You Know You're Beautiful" and "Things That Never Cross a Man's Mind." Singer-songwriter Eric Church will wrap up the 2009 N.C. State Fair Oct. 25. The Granite Falls native will perform hits from his "Sinners Like Me" debut album and his sophomore effort, "Carolina." Church's down-home sensibilities shine on hits such as "How 'Bout You" and "Guys Like Me." Other artist who will perform during the fair: --Award-winning Christian rock group Third Day will present songs from their latest album, "Revelation," on Oct. 16. --Nat and Alex Wolff, best known as the siblings from Nickelodeon's The Naked Brothers Band, perform Oct. 18. --Rising star Jamey Johnson takes the stage Oct. 19, playing hits such as the 2008 Academy of Country Music's Song of the Year "In Color." Johnson has struck gold as a songwriter, penning or co-writing hits for George Strait and Trace Adkins, among others. --Motown legends The Temptations featuring Dennis Edwards will perform Oct. 20, and will sing such classics as "My Girl," "Just My Imagination" and "Papa Was a Rolling Stone."

Buffalo Reflex - Buffalo, Missouri - Neighbor Newspapers > News > Tickets now on sale for multitudeof concerts at Missouri State Fair

Buffalo Reflex - Buffalo, Missouri - Neighbor Newspapers > News > Tickets now on sale for multitude<br />of concerts at Missouri State Fair.

The Missouri State Fair Pepsi Grandstand stage will radiate with affordable summer entertainment as top musicians covering a genre of styles kick off the concert series on Aug. 13. Tickets went on sale June 20, at 7 a.m. Two concerts are priced as low as $10 with rock legend Kansas bringing down the house with free grandstand seating on Sunday, Aug. 16. Fair Director Mark Wolfe said the value-priced approach to the grandstand entertainment this year is a reflection of the fair’s commitment to affordability. “We considered economic circumstances when selecting concerts,” Wolfe said. “We hope the free concert by Kansas and other price-sensitive shows will allow fairgoers to experience the fair on multiple days.” Kansas released their first album in 1974. Singles include the very popular “Carry on Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind.” Wolfe said other affordable concerts offered at this year’s State Fair will include Cross Canadian Ragweed with local favorite LoCash Cowboys for $10 on Opening Day, Thursday, Aug. 13. Little Big Town with Candy Coburn will be Tuesday, Aug. 18 at a ticket price of $15. Returning to the fair is the Country Gold Tour on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Legends featured will be Leroy Van Dyke and the Auctioneers, Moe Bandy, Helen Cornelius, The Gatlin Brothers (Steve and Rudy), Jimmy Fortune, Gene Watson, David Frizzell and Narvel Felts. Tickets for this concert are $10 and $15. Fans of rock legend Heart can sing along with favorite hits like “Barracuda” and “Crazy on You” on Friday, Aug. 14, for a ticket starting at just $17. This dynamic sister act came back into the spotlight in the 90s with new hits “What About Love” and “If Looks Could Kill.” Closing the concert series are country superstars Brooks and Dunn on Saturday, Aug. 22. Fans can “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” into the night with the headliner and enjoy classics like “Rock My World (Little Country Girl)” and “My Maria,” and new singles including “Put a Girl in It” and “Cowgirls Don’t Cry.”

Nodaway County Fair books kickin’ entertainment :: Nodaway News Leader :: Our Best to Nodaway County since 1996

Nodaway County Fair books kickin’ entertainment :: Nodaway News Leader :: Our Best to Nodaway County since 1996.

It’ll be a weekend to remember with the lineup of musicians the Nodaway County Fair board has reserved for this year. Artists locally and nationally renowned will be coming to rock the socks off of all who want to have a great time. For three consecutive nights, July 16, 17 and 18, come out for the evening’s rocking country. Opening the weekend will be a long-time love for the Midwest, especially when it comes to rock-and-roll dance bands. Yes, the Rumbles will be performing at 6:30 pm, Thursday night, July 16. Following the Little Mr. and Miss Nodaway County contest, these gentlemen are ready to play the night away; and with several years of raucous rocking and rampart rolling, that’s just what they’re going to do. Starting in the 1960s as a garage band from Council Bluffs, IA, the Rumbles have rocked their way onto the stages of several Midwestern concerts and into the Billboard Hot 100 with their single “Jezebel.” After years of band member changes, the Rumbles are today what they were decades ago: the best rock-and-roll dance band around. Members include guitarist Gayle Adams, bassist Todd Henseler, keyboardist/guitarist Tim Vasquez and drummer Steve Hough. Kicking off Friday night’s musical bash will be Nodaway County’s Festival leader, Britt Small, at 6:15 pm, who is anything but small in the music business. Having been a musician for 48 years now, Small has stood the test of time and continues to do so to this day. From serving in the Vietnam War to providing for those veterans who gave their best to this country along with him, Small puts first those who put their lives second when this country needed them. Now performing all across the country, and even into Canada a handful of times, Small has played with names like Alabama, Willie Nelson, the late Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers and the Oak Ridge Boys, just to name a few. He has performed in any American gathering one could possibly think of: from state fairs and casinos, to national gatherings at the Veterans Memorial and the Lincoln Memorial. Accomplishing so much as an artist, yet still desiring to provide more for his fellow Americans, Small is excited to still be in the industry that has enabled him to give back more to his country and fellow veterans than he thought imaginable.

Hammer time this August at indiana State Fair | thestarpress.com | The Star Press

Hammer time this August at indiana State Fair | thestarpress.com | The Star Press.

NDIANAPOLIS -- Well-known 1980s pop star MC Hammer is the latest big name performer added to this year's Indiana State Fair concert line-up.

kingscorecord.com - Kings County covered bridge festival kicks off - Breaking News, New Brunswick, Canada

kingscorecord.com - Kings County covered bridge festival kicks off - Breaking News, New Brunswick, Canada.

KINGS COUNTY - It's time for the annual Covered Bridge Festival to celebrate "Canada's Covered Bridge Capital," Kings County, New Brunswick. This starts tomorrow, July 8, and runs until Sunday.