Jelly Roll, Riley Green, More Close Out Lineup For George Jones Tribute Concert
“Still Playin’ Possum: Music and Memories of George Jones,” the concert and television special, is coming to the Von Braun Center Propst Arena in Huntsville, Alabama on April 25. This special event features some of the most talented musicians in the country music industry, and will pays tribute to the legendary Jones, will bring many of his greatest hits to the stage.
Newly added artists Jelly Roll, Riley Green, Uncle Kracker, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Isaacs and Janie Fricke will round out the final list performers, including previously-announced artists Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Wynonna, Tanya Tucker, Travis Tritt, Jamey Johnson, Sara Evans, Trace Adkins, Justin Moore, Lorrie Morgan, Michael Ray, Mark Chesnutt, Sam Moore, Tracy Byrd, Tracy Lawrence, Aaron Lewis, Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke, Dillon Carmichael, Gretchen Wilson, Joe Nichols, Sara Evans and Randy Travis.
In addition, a 90’s salute to “No Show Jones” will feature a special performance by John Berry, Ty Herndon, Heath Wright, Billy Yates and Anita Cochran.
“Thank you to the many fans that are traveling from all over the world to be in Huntsville, Alabama, for this special night,” says Nancy Jones. “I think the team of producers has put together some incredible moments that will surprise everyone. People will be laughing, crying, and singing along to so many of the songs performed that night. It will be an emotional night not just for me, but also for these artists as so many were very close to George. I hope everyone that attends or gets to see it on television will enjoy it and remember their favorite George song.”
In addition, the Nancy Jones VIP dinner the night before the concert at the Von Braun Center Ballroom will include appearances by Travis and Jeannie Pruett, Yates, Tony Jackson and others to be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets are $200 and will include a sit-down meal as well as a photo opportunity with Nancy Jones. For more information, click here.
