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Legends, rising stars take the stage at the 2024 Summer Country Showdown

August 15, 2024

MOSCOW, Idaho — The Summer Country Showdown is back for its second year, bringing a powerhouse lineup of country music legends and rising stars to University of Idaho’s ICCU Arena in Moscow. Headlined by the iconic Clint Black and genre-blending sensation Yung Gravy, this year’s event is set for Friday and Saturday, Aug. 23-24. With performances by these headliners and other talented artists, the Showdown promises two nights of unforgettable music.

7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 23: The festival kicks off with the modern country sounds of breakout artist Tayler Holder, whose fresh approach to the genre has earned him a dedicated fan base. The excitement continues as the spotlight shifts to Yung Gravy, a rising star making waves in the country scene with his unique blend of originality and swagger. Known for his high-energy performances, Yung Gravy is set to deliver a show fans won’t soon forget.

6 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 24: The second night opens with country music’s newest sensation, Mackenzie Carpenter. With her dynamic style and powerful vocals, she is quickly becoming a fan favorite. Following Carpenter, the crowd will be treated to the classic country sounds of Craig Morgan, a beloved artist known for his boot-stomping hits. Closing out the festival is none other than country music legend Clint Black. A true country music traditionalist, Black’s performance will be a masterclass in the genre, leaving fans wanting more.

Tickets for the Summer Country Showdown are on sale now. Don’t miss your chance to experience two nights of outstanding country music. For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, visit summercountryshowdown.com.

About the Summer Country Showdown

The Summer Country Showdown is an annual event celebrating the best of country music, hosted at the University of Idaho Moscow campus. Featuring a mix of emerging artists and legendary performers, the Showdown aims to bring together country music fans from across the region for a weekend of unforgettable live performances.

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About the University of Idaho

The University of Idaho, home of the Vandals, is Idaho’s land-grant, national research university. From its residential campus in Moscow, U of I serves the state of Idaho through educational centers in Boise, Coeur d’Alene and Idaho Falls, nine research and Extension centers, plus Extension offices in 42 counties. Home to nearly 11,000 students statewide, U of I is a leader in student-centered learning and excels at interdisciplinary research, service to businesses and communities, and in advancing diversity, citizenship and global outreach. U of I competes in the Big Sky and Western Athletic conferences. Learn more at uidaho.edu.


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