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 The OFFICAL BLUESTONE TICKET BOX OFFICE

Get Tickets to The Bluestone and never miss your favorite artist again. Tickets From country and electronic to Indie Rock.  THE Bluestone brings quality entertainment to the stage every time. We’re working hard to bring you the best  concerts and special events in Columbus, Ohio. Keep an eye on our tickets and events calendar and check back often for concert updates. Just click on an event to purchase tickets

https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-bluestone-tickets-columbus/venue/41852

 

Apr
28
Sun
WCOL Country Jam 2014
Apr 28 @ 4:14 pm

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COUNTRY JAM 2014:This summer’s Country Jam, the largest country concert in central Ohio, will be a TWO DAY event held at Legend Valley Concert Venue and Campground on June 13th-14th, and will feature: Hank WIlliams Jr, Dierks Bentley, Randy Houser, Josh Thompson, Jerrod Niemann, Chris Young, Jon Pardi, Frankie Ballard, Brothers Osborne, Chris Stapleton, Lindsay Ell, and Austin Webb! Camping is included with purchase of a two-day ticket!

Tickets and more information available HERE!

Interested in being a vendor at Country Jam? Click HERE.

 

Feb
20
Fri
Clayton Anderson – The Bluestone
Feb 20 @ 7:00 pm

Clayton Anderson will perform live at The Bluestone Friday, February 20th 2015!

Supporting Artist: Chris Cavanaugh and Carter Winter

Doors OPEN at 7PM ( All Ages Event )

( $5 Tickets Available At The Door )

BS Website Clayton Anderson

Clayton Anderson

It all started with fun-fetti cake and karaoke birthday parties. Every year, Clayton Anderson wanted the same thing and insisted that his little sister do it also.

In college, Clayton decided to learn guitar because he thought it’d impress the ladies. Next thing he knew, he and his friends were playing local parties and bars. After he graduated, he won Kenny Chesney’s Next Big Star Competition. It was the boost of confidence he needed to leave his job at a mortgage company and move to Nashville.

Clayton’s first record in 2011, Torn Jeans & Tailgates climbed to #12 on the iTunes Country Chart, situating itself next to household names like Zac Brown, Brad Paisley, and Blake Shelton.

Clayton has been traveling across the country playing backrooms, side stages, and honky tonks from Michigan to Florida, each time gaining a few more fans and a better foothold on areas that aren’t traditional country strongholds. He’s opened for some of country’s biggest stars, the likes of Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Darius Rucker and even Mr. Party himself, Jimmy Buffett.

 Even though he now spends most of his time on the road, Clayton makes a point to stay tied to home. He still keeps an Indiana phone number so his grandmother can call him, and he made sure he was home for the birth of his first niece.

 Clayton writes and sings what he knows. He grew up in Bedford, a small town in southern Indiana. Clayton spent his summer days on Lake Monroe. He loved the Colts before they were good. Clayton pulls a lot of his musical inspiration from his home state’s pool of legends: John Mellencamp, Michael Jackson, John Hiatt, David Lee Roth, and Axl Rose.

 Clayton knows he’s been very blessed. He says his success has been thanks to his supportive family, friends and incredible fans. His journey, like most, has been full of ups and downs, but he plans to always remember those who helped him along the way.

 This new album is very personal for Clayton. He wrote or co-wrote almost all the songs on this project.  Each track marks a different moment in his journey to “Right Where I Belong.”

Chris Cavanaugh

Chris Cavanaugh picked up the guitar when he was 12 years old and hasn’t set it down since.  Not long after he started playing, with just a few chords and a song, Chris performed in the talent show at his middle school.  When the song was over, everybody rose to their feet, and from that point on Chris knew what he wanted to do for the rest of his life…

Cavanaugh grew up listening to Garth Brooks, George Strait, and Brooks & Dunn. This influence and his love for music had Cavanaugh making the trip from his hometown of Springfield, Missouri to Tennessee just a few months after graduating high school. After spending a few years hanging out with writers and publishers he had no doubt that he wanted to make Tennessee his home. Shortly after graduating from Middle Tennessee State University Chris signed his first songwriting deal. Over the next few years Chris spent his time on music row honing his craft as a writer.  During this time however, he says, “I always knew that deep down my ultimate passion was playing and performing, so I eventually had to get out and do something about it…I had to get on the road.” And so he did…

As of recently you can find Chris playing with his band throughout Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. When asked about his career so far, and the path he has taken to get to where he is, Chris says, “I think everything happens for a reason and I believe the time I spent in Nashville digging in and learning how to write songs has built a platform for me and a body of work that I’ve been able to draw from when I go out on the road to play. I think if it’d happened any other way I wouldn’t have these songs…”

Chris Cavanaugh is making music about the land he’s from, writing about the people he knew, and playing for the people he knows. Chris did not wait for a record label to tell him what they think of his music. He’s taking that straight to the beer drinkers, farmers, housewives, and college kids and letting THEM decide. In the last year alone Cavanaugh has opened shows for Thompson Square, Lee Brice, Montgomery Gentry, and Eric Church.  People are hearing Chris’ music, connecting to it, and believing…

Carter Winter

Ohio’s own Carter Winter is becoming one of the most sought after talents in the Midwest and is gaining national recognition along the way. Known for his true natural country vocal tone, a creative writing style and an incredible work ethic, Carter is definitely an artist to watch. Carter is humbled and appreciative of all of his support as the number of his fans grows after each show. He has played with a number of major label artists, including most recently a sold out Rhett, White, and Blue show with 4,000+ Attendees. When asked, “What do you want out of music, what do you want from a career?” He said, “I want to make people dance, I want to make a difference and most of all I want people to enjoy themselves.” We have no doubt he will do just that! Notable Performances Carter Winter has packed the house of many local bars and venues as well as in many other states. Notably, Carter has played a show at Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe. Carter has been support for a number of major label acts at sold out concert venues including most recently, a show with Thomas Rhett, The Cadillac Three and The Swon Brothers. Other names include – Easton CorbinJana KramerFrankie Ballard, and Brett Eldredge!

( VIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE )

VIP TABLE PURCHASE DOES NOT INCLUDE ADMISSION TICKETS TO THE SHOW.  

Admission tickets must be purchased separately.

  • Loft Lower Tier: $250 (seats four people-no exceptions)
  • Prime view of stage!
  • Includes six bottles of Miller or Coors Light
  • VIP waitress
  • Exclusive Private Bar access
  • Buckets (six bottles) available for purchase all night for $24
  • Loft Upper Tier: $200 (seats four people-no exceptions)
  • Includes six bottles of Miller or Coors Light
  • VIP waitress
  • Private Bar Access
  • Buckets (six bottles) available for purchase all night for $24
  • May be Obstruction in View

*All VIP tables located in the loft area

Sep
2
Fri
WCOL COUNTRY JAM 2016 FT: Hank Williams Jr., Chris Young, Justin Moore, The Charlie Daniels Band, Chris Stapleton, Aaron Lewis, Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris and Cliff Cody at Legend Valley Music Center
Sep 2 all-day

It’s back and bigger than ever!  WCOL Country Jam 2016 will take place once again at Legend Valley Music Center located near Buckeye Lake. (7585 Kindle Road Thornville, OH 43076).

Campgrounds will open Thursday, September 1st at 10am, all spaces are first come first serve! .  All campers must have an admission ticket to the show.

This show is located at Legend Valley Music Center near Buckeye Lake

WWW.LEGENDVALLEYFESTIVALS.COM

Friday, September 2nd: Gates for the show will open at 5pm.

LINEUP:

CHRIS YOUNG            JUSTIN MOORE

The Charlie Daniels Band

Cliff Cody

Saturday, September 3rd.  Gates for the show will open at 4pm

LINEUP

HANK WILLIAMS JR

Chris Stapleton

Aaron Lewis

Kacey Musgraves

Maren Morris

*Artists Lineup Subject to Change

Two Day Admission Tickets ($92 during presale, after presale $125): Include admission into the concert venue Friday and Saturday.  Tickets do not include re-entry (leaving the venue to go to campgrounds and back in venue) on the same day.

Friday GA Ticket ($65): Admission into concert Friday, September 2nd. Ticket does not include re-entry (leaving the venue to go to campgrounds and back in venue).

Saturday GA Ticket ($85): Admission into concert Saturday, September 3rd. Ticket does not include re-entry (leaving the venue to go to campgrounds and back in venue).

Friday Pit Pass ($125): Includes admission into the show and Pit Area located in front of the stage Friday, September 2nd Only. (see map). Pit Pass INCLUDES re-entry from Campgrounds to venue throughout the day unlimited times. Pit Pass print at home tickets will be redeemed on-site at the Box Office prior to entering the venue to receive your admission and pit pass wristband.

Saturday Pit Pass ($145): Includes admission into the show and Pit Area located in front of the stage Saturday,  September 3rd Only. (see map). Pit Pass INCLUDES re-entry from Campgrounds to venue throughout the day unlimited times. Pit Pass print at home tickets will be redeemed on-site at the Box Office prior to entering the venue to receive your admission and pit pass wristband.

CAMPING INFORMATION

Spend the weekend with WCOL Country Jam 2016!

Campgrounds open Thursday, September 1st at 10am.

Get setup and start your weekend early! Join us at the Campground Pre-Party Thursday evening in the GA campgrounds

(Valid Camping Pass is required)

Don’t miss this one week only pre-sale offer!

Half price General Admission Camping with purchase of 2 day pass

PRE-SALE PRICING ONLY (March 11th-19th)

General Admission Tent Camping: $32 (after pre-sale $65)

General Admission RV Camping: $62 (after pre-sale $125)

Premium Tent Camping: $100

Premium RV Camping: $200

Only one Camping pass per vehicle is required

Camping passes are valid September 1st at 10am – September 4th at 12pm

Any vehicle staying overnight requires a camping pass

General Admission Tent Camping: $32 (after pre-sale $65) includes one 10×20 space to park one vehicle and one tent. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that tent but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight. General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

General Admission RV/Camper Camping: $62 (after pre-sale $125) includes one 20×40 space to park one RV.  Pull behind campers will be allowed one camper and one vehicle per camping space. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that RV but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

 

Regular Camping Prices (begins March 20th)

General Admission Tent Camping: $65

General Admission RV Camping: $125

Premium Tent Camping: $100

Premium RV Camping: $200

Only one Camping pass per vehicle is required

Camping passes are valid September 1st at 10am – September 4th at 12pm

Any vehicle staying overnight requires a camping pass

 

General Admission Tent Camping: $65 includes one 10 x 20 space to park one vehicle and one tent. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that tent but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight. General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

General Admission RV/Camper Camping: $125 includes one 20 x 40 space to park one RV.  Pull behind campers will be allowed one camper and one vehicle per camping space. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that RV but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

Premium Tent Camping: $100 includes one 10 x 20 space to park one vehicle and one tent.  Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that tent but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  Premium camping is located on the east side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

Premium RV Camping: $200 includes one 20 x 40 space to park one RV.  Pull behind campers will be allowed one camper and one vehicle per camping space. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that RV but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  Premium camping is located on the east side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

Chris Young LIVE at WCOL Country Jam 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center/Buckeye Lake
Sep 2 @ 5:00 pm

Chris Young will be performing live at WCOL Country Jam 2016 on

Friday, September 2nd, 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center near Buckeye Lake

 Gates for the show will open at 5pm.

Two Day Admission Tickets available for just $92 during presale March 11th-19th (after presale $125)

PURCHASE TICKET

Chris Youngwww.LEGENDVALLEYFESTIVALS.com

 

Justin Moore LIVE at WCOL Country Jam 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center/Buckeye Lake
Sep 2 @ 5:00 pm

Justin Moore will be performing live at WCOL Country Jam 2016 on

Friday, September 2nd, 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center near Buckeye Lake

 Gates for the show will open at 5pm.

Two Day Admission Tickets available for just $92 during presale March 11th-19th (after presale $125)
Friday Only Admission Tickets: $65

PURCHASE TICKETS

Justin Moore Approved Imagewww.LEGENDVALLEYFESTIVALS.com

 

The Charlie Daniels Band LIVE at WCOL Country Jam 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center/Buckeye Lake
Sep 2 @ 5:00 pm

The Charlie Daniels Band will be performing live at WCOL Country Jam 2016 on

Friday, September 2nd, 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center near Buckeye Lake

 Gates for the show will open at 5pm.

Two Day Admission Tickets available for just $92 during presale March 11th-19th (after presale $125)
Friday Only Admission Tickets: $65

PURCHASE TICKETS

Charlie Daniels Band Approved Imagewww.LEGENDVALLEYFESTIVALS.com

 

Sep
3
Sat
WCOL COUNTRY JAM 2016 FT: Hank Williams Jr., Chris Young, Justin Moore, The Charlie Daniels Band, Chris Stapleton, Aaron Lewis, Kacey Musgraves, Maren Morris and Cliff Cody
Sep 3 all-day

It’s back and bigger than ever!  WCOL Country Jam 2016 will take place once again at Legend Valley Music Center located near Buckeye Lake. (7585 Kindle Road Thornville, OH 43076).

Campgrounds will open Thursday, September 1st at 10am, all spaces are first come first serve! .  All campers must have an admission ticket to the show.

Show Located at Legend Valley Music Center near Buckeye Lake

WWW.LEGENDVALLEYFESTIVALS.COM

Friday, September 2nd: Gates for the show will open at 5pm.

LINEUP:

 ALL ARTISTS WILL BE PLAYING FULL SETS

CHRIS YOUNG            JUSTIN MOORE

The Charlie Daniels Band

Cliff Cody

Saturday, September 3rd.  Gates for the show will open at 4pm

LINEUP

HANK WILLIAMS JR

Chris Stapleton

Aaron Lewis

Kacey Musgraves

Maren Morris

*Artists Lineup Subject to Change

Two Day Admission Tickets ($92 during presale, after presale $125): Include admission into the concert venue Friday and Saturday.  Tickets do not include re-entry (leaving the venue to go to campgrounds and back in venue) on the same day.

Friday GA Ticket ($65): Admission into concert Friday, September 2nd. Ticket does not include re-entry (leaving the venue to go to campgrounds and back in venue).

Saturday GA Ticket ($85): Admission into concert Saturday, September 3rd. Ticket does not include re-entry (leaving the venue to go to campgrounds and back in venue).

Friday Pit Pass ($125): Includes admission into the show and Pit Area located in front of the stage Friday, September 2nd Only. (see map). Pit Pass INCLUDES re-entry from Campgrounds to venue throughout the day unlimited times. Pit Pass print at home tickets will be redeemed on-site at the Box Office prior to entering the venue to receive your admission and pit pass wristband.

Saturday Pit Pass ($145): Includes admission into the show and Pit Area located in front of the stage Saturday,  September 3rd Only. (see map). Pit Pass INCLUDES re-entry from Campgrounds to venue throughout the day unlimited times. Pit Pass print at home tickets will be redeemed on-site at the Box Office prior to entering the venue to receive your admission and pit pass wristband.

CAMPING INFORMATION

Spend the weekend with WCOL Country Jam 2016!

Campgrounds open Thursday, September 1st at 10am.

Get setup and start your weekend early! Join us at the Campground Pre-Party Thursday evening in the GA campgrounds

(Valid Camping Pass is required)

Don’t miss this one week only pre-sale offer!

Half price General Admission Camping with purchase of 2 day pass

PRE-SALE PRICING ONLY (March 11th-19th)

General Admission Tent Camping: $32 (after pre-sale $65)

General Admission RV Camping: $62 (after pre-sale $125)

Premium Tent Camping: $100

Premium RV Camping: $200

Only one Camping pass per vehicle is required

Camping passes are valid September 1st at 10am – September 4th at 12pm

Any vehicle staying overnight requires a camping pass

General Admission Tent Camping: $32 (after pre-sale $65) includes one 10×20 space to park one vehicle and one tent. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that tent but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight. General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

General Admission RV/Camper Camping: $62 (after pre-sale $125) includes one 20×40 space to park one RV.  Pull behind campers will be allowed one camper and one vehicle per camping space. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that RV but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

 

Regular Camping Prices (begins March 20th)

General Admission Tent Camping: $65

General Admission RV Camping: $125

Premium Tent Camping: $100

Premium RV Camping: $200

Only one Camping pass per vehicle is required

Camping passes are valid September 1st at 10am – September 4th at 12pm

Any vehicle staying overnight requires a camping pass

 

General Admission Tent Camping: $65 includes one 10 x 20 space to park one vehicle and one tent. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that tent but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight. General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

General Admission RV/Camper Camping: $125 includes one 20 x 40 space to park one RV.  Pull behind campers will be allowed one camper and one vehicle per camping space. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that RV but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  General Admission camping is located on the west side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

Premium Tent Camping: $100 includes one 10 x 20 space to park one vehicle and one tent.  Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that tent but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  Premium camping is located on the east side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

Premium RV Camping: $200 includes one 20 x 40 space to park one RV.  Pull behind campers will be allowed one camper and one vehicle per camping space. Each space allows as many guests as you would like in that RV but each pass will only park one vehicle overnight.  Premium camping is located on the east side of State Route 13 (map link). You will receive a confirmation of your purchase right away, and Camping Passes will be sent to the mailing address you provide during checkout.  Camping passes will ship approximately 2-3 weeks before the show.

Chris Stapleton LIVE at WCOL Country Jam 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center/Buckeye Lake
Sep 3 @ 4:00 pm

Chris Stapleton will be performing live at WCOL Country Jam 2016 on

Saturday, September 3rd.

 Gates for the show will open at 4pm.

Two Day Admission Tickets available for just $92 during presale March 11th-19th (after presale $125)

PURCHASE TICKETS 

Stapleton 2015

www.LEGENDVALLEYFESTIVALS.com

 

Hank Williams Jr. LIVE at WCOL Country Jam 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center/Buckeye Lake
Sep 3 @ 4:00 pm

Hank Williams Jr. will be performing live at WCOL Country Jam 2016 at Legend Valley Music Center near Buckeye Lake on Saturday, September 3rd.

 Gates for the show will open at 4pm.

Two Day Admission Tickets available for just $92 during presale March 11th-19th (after presale $125)

PURCHASE TICKETS

Hank Williams Jr Approved Imagewww.LEGENDVALLEYFESTIVALS.com

 

Mar
16
Thu
Granger Smith ft. Earl Dibbles Jr. @ The Bluestone
Mar 16 @ 7:00 pm
Granger Smith and Earl Dibbles Jr.
will be performing live at The Bluestone on Thursday, March 16th
Doors for the show will open at 7pm
Opening Artist: TBA
Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 day of show
Tickets will go on-sale Friday, February 3rd at 10am

PURCHASE HERE

BOOKLET-STD J/C.eps

RESERVED LOFT TABLE SEATING

RESERVED TABLE PURCHASE DOES NOT INCLUDE ADMISSION TICKETS TO THE SHOW.  

Admission tickets must be purchased separately.

  • Loft Lower Tier: $250 (seats four people-no exceptions)
  • Prime view of stage!
  • Includes first bucket of Miller or Coors Light
  • Server
  • Exclusive Private Bar access
  • Loft Upper Tier: $200 (seats four people-no exceptions)
  • Includes first bucket of Miller or Coors Light
  •  Server
  • Private Bar Access
  • May be Obstruction in View

*All Reserved tables located in the loft area

My name is Granger Smith. Sometimes long, fancy industry bios are helpful, but other times you just need to hear from the guy actually living it, so here’s my story.

I was born and raised Texan, and I’m proud of that. I grew up along with two brothers, a couple of yellow labrador retrievers and parents that stayed together because they loved each other. My life changed when I was 14 years old and decided I would teach myself to play guitar. This was motivated by two things: I thought the guitar would make girls pay attention to me, and George Strait played one. By the time I turned 15, I was performing weekends on small town stages in North Texas, and doing my best as a fan club member to attend every George Strait concert within driving distance. Playing high school football was an important rite of passage for me, along with hunting and fishing, but the dream of a music career consumed me. At age 19, I was satisfied with enough songs I had written to make an album. As a freshman at Texas A&M, I was able to scrape together some studio money by pre-selling the album to friends around campus. For being just a kid, that album did pretty well. It landed me a songwriting deal with EMI Music Publishing in Nashville, and the following year, I took the leap to Tennessee.

Jul
28
Fri
*Sold Out* AARON LEWIS July 28th in Columbus @ The Bluestone
Jul 28 @ 7:00 pm
Aaron Lewis in Columbus, Ohio

Aaron Lewis Live at The Bluestone July 28th

Aaron Lewis “Sinner Tour” at The Bluestone 

**NEW MEET AND GREET PACKAGE AVAILABLE ** Does NOT include Admission to the Show
PURCHASE YOUR MEET AND GREET HERE

Opening Artist: Travis Marvin

Doors open at 7pm

Tickets are $35

Tickets on Sale Friday, April 7th at 10am

PURCHASE HERE

RESERVED LOFT TABLE SEATING

RESERVED TABLE PURCHASE DOES NOT INCLUDE ADMISSION TICKETS TO THE SHOW.  

Admission tickets must be purchased separately.

  • Loft Lower Tier: $250 (seats four people-no exceptions)
  • Prime view of stage!
  • Includes first bucket of Miller or Coors Light
  • Server
  • Exclusive Private Bar access
  • Loft Upper Tier: $200 (seats four people-no exceptions)
  • Includes first bucket of Miller or Coors Light
  •  Server
  • Private Bar Access
  • May be Obstruction in View

*All Reserved tables located in the loft area

ALL SALES ARE FINAL

Grammy nominated and multi-platinum artist, Aaron Lewis is set to release his sophomore solo album later this year on Big Machine Label Group’s DOT Records.

The former Staind front man first made his country debut in 2011 with certified gold single “Country Boy” followed by the release of his first full length solo album, The Road. “Country Boy” featured Charlie Daniels on fiddle and a booming verse from George Jones as well as Chris Young striking a balance between classic and modern country.

Lewis’ introspective, personal and relatable lyrics are proof that country music is about lifestyle and values, not necessarily where you were raised. And as Country Weekly exclaims “…make no mistake, he is a truck-drivin’, gun-totin’ country boy.” Lewis attributes country as something that has always inspired him. Growing up in rural Vermont the singer/songwriter spent summers with his WWII veteran grandfather hunting and fishing. During that time, he developed a love for the land, the woods, and the simple life, which still permeates everything he does.

And there was one specific soundtrack to those times. “I was raised on Country music,” Lewis says. “My grandfather listened to Merle Haggard, Hank Williams, Hank Jr., and all of the greats.”
And those influences are evident on stage in his new songs and in Staind hits he often performs such as “Outside,” “It’s Been Awhile,” and “So Far Away.”