Endless Summer Music Series brings the music of Nashville to the Beach
Sponsored by Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association and Broadcast Music Inc.
Over Labor Day Weekend over 15 well known songwriters will take over the HarborWalk Village stage for three days of FREE performances. The most talented songwriters in country will tell the stories behind the songs that have dominated the country and pop music industry charts.
The weekend long celebration of original music, unique art, craft beer and Bourbon tastings along Destin Harbor. These award-winning songwriters have written for such music icons as George Strait, Jason Aldeen, Willie Nelson, Rascal Flats, Faith Hill, Brooks & Dunn, Toby Keith and Vince Gill. The most recent line-up at press time included: Bobby Tomberlin, Candi Carpenter, Bill LaBounty, Aaron Barker, Megan Linville, Alissa Moreno, Tim James, Trent Summar, Kendell Marvel, Danny Myrick and Bridgette Tatum. Nashville-based, these musicians are on the leading edge of the music industry with many of their chart-topping hits. Headlining on the main stage on Saturday at 8:00 PM is Jim Beam's Emerging Artist, Andy Velo Band. Andy is a rising star in the music industry and has received national acclaim for his southern style original rock and country music.
Local Songwriters Showcase
Highway Country 98.1 and HarborWalk Village's Contest for local songwriters will take the stage on Thursday, August 29, 2013. Sponsored by Hwy 98 Country and Apex radio stations and The Beachcomber. The winning prize package includes a performance contract on HarborWalk Village stage and a recording studio session. To enter the contest, submit original music online on Highway Country 98.1 WHWY or HarborWalk Village facebook page.
Lighting up the sky on both Thursday and Sunday night will be HarborWalk Village's famous Fireworks shows over the Destin Harbor at approximately 9:15 PM with a the contest winners announced and dance party immediately following on the main stage.
Media and Press passes available for pick up Thursday 5:00-7:00 PM at On The Rocks Bar.
About the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association
FRLA's mission is to 'Protect, Educate and Promote' Florida's hospitality industry - which represents a $71.8 billion industry, 23% of Florida's economy, $4.3 billion in sales tax revenue, and over one million employees, making it Florida's largest employer. It is Florida's premier non-profit, hospitality industry trade association. FRLA safeguards the needs of the hospitality industry, improves the business climate, promotes the highest levels of quality and safety for our patrons, provides legislative advocacy, and eases navigation of government regulation. The Association represents and serves more than 10,000 independent and household name members, suppliers, and theme parks. For more information, go to www.FRLA.org.
About Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village
Park, stay, and play at Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village. Enjoy shopping, dining, weekly free events, concerts, fireworks, parades, and nightly entertainment throughout HarborWalk Village. Take a cruise on our new pirate ship, The Buccaneer, then stroll for a happy hour cocktail at Poppy's Crazy Lobster or Crab Island Cantina, all before sitting front row at Harry T's to the best sunset view in Destin. Whether you're in the mood for fishing, dolphin cruises or jet skis, the opportunities for water adventures on the Destin Harbor are endless. Join us for one of our many Pardi Gras Parades for beads, brass bands, and fun for all ages as our lighted floats, stilt walkers, jugglers, and musicians stroll through HarborWalk Village. The opportunity for fun can be found in every corner here, and at the end of the night, your suite is only an elevator ride away. Once inside, enjoy all the amenities of our full service resort, including a relaxing Spa, fitness center, outdoor pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, covered parking garage, daily housekeeping, room service, a and full service concierge.
Special weekend hotel packages are available. Call 1 (855) 742-3620 or visit emeraldgrande.com
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