Kris Kristofferson. Photo: Marina Chavez
A new round of country artists has been added to the all-star lineup for The Life & Songs of Kris Kristofferson on Wednesday, March 16, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.
Jack Ingram, Toby Keith, Martina McBride, Jennifer Nettles, Hank Williams Jr., and Lee Ann Womack have been added to the roster, joining previously-announced performers Dierks Bentley, Ryan Bingham, Rosanne Cash, Eric Church, Emmylou Harris, Jamey Johnson, Lady Antebellum, Willie Nelson, Darius Rucker, Trisha Yearwood and Kristofferson.
Kristofferson will perform with several artists throughout the evening, and additional performers will soon be announced.
Country Music Hall of Fame member Kristofferson is known for his legendary songs including “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down,” “Help Me Make It Through The Night,” “Me and Bobby McGee” and “Lovin’ Her Was Easier,” among others. Music is just one part of Kristofferson’s array of talents; throughout his life, he has also been a Golden Gloves boxer, Army Ranger, All-American athlete, helicopter pilot, social activist, movie star, and humanitarian.
A new block of tickets in all price ranges, starting at $75, are on sale at ticketmaster.com, by phone at 800-745-3000, at all Ticketmaster locations and at the Bridgestone Arena box office. Citi is the official credit card of The Life & Songs of Kris Kristofferson concert.
Keith Wortman is creator and executive producer of the show. Grammy Award-winner Don Was will serve as music director and will lead an all-star band backing the performers.
The Life & Songs of Kris Kristofferson will be filmed and recorded for multi-platform distribution throughout traditional media (worldwide broadcast, music and digital).
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