Photos and Story by: Michael Hujsa
Opening performances by: Lauren Jenkins & Post Monroe
Post Monroe – This newly formed country group offers beautiful distinct vocals by Ashlee Hewitt, Whitney Duncan and Shelby McLeod. The Valley Ledger enjoyed hearing their new smash hit, Red Hot American Summer. Look for this group to become a super sensation!
Lauren Jenkins – Took to the road at age 15, her travels gave her inspiration for her future song writing. Lauren says, “Hopefully my life and my music will encourage other people to keep taking risks and follow their own dreams.”
Lady Antebellum – Severe weather did not keep Lady Antebellum from taking the stage by storm! With an hour delay, fans cheered as they walked onto the stage.
This year marks their 10 year group anniversary. Lady Antebellum talked to the audience about how they started out writing songs on their couch, traveling in a small van, and getting to know each other. During the concert they brought back Post Monroe to sing with Lady Antebellum’s guitar player Dave.
They also sang 2 cover songs: Dolly Parton – “9 to 5” and Stevie Nicks – “Landslide”
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