Earlier this year, an all-star tribute to Lee Greenwood was announced. The homage to the “God Bless the U.S.A.” singer will, aptly, premiere in theaters on Veterans Day (November 12). Now, a fresh set of special guests has been added to the lineup, including Dolly Parton, Kid Rock, Paula Deen, and President George W. Bush.
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The tribute will feature a number of star-studded performances of Greenwood’s hit songs. Previously announced acts include Dustin Lynch, Lee Brice, Michael Ray, Michael W. Smith + The Isaacs, The Oak Ridge Boys, Tracy Lawrence, Big & Rich, Jamey Johnson, Gavin DeGraw, Scott Stapp of Creed, Crystal Gayle, Sam Moore + T. Graham Brown, Larry Gatlin + Debby Boone, Mark Wills, Home Free, The Frontmen, Ty Herndon + Janie Fricke, and more.
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“On the night we filmed this special, I was overwhelmed and overjoyed at the same time,” said Greenwood in a statement. “I couldn’t believe so many great artists came to honor my music. On top of that, my entire family sat in the front row to witness this magical evening with me. I could not have been prouder.
“Now, to share that special night with veterans, first responders, and country music fans with this premiere presentation in theaters is a perfect way to celebrate my 40-year career, which has included honoring so many of them,” Greenwood continued.
In an effort to acknowledge veterans, Greenwood has teamed up with Concerts 4 A Cause to allow the public to sponsor a veteran and their guest/caregiver so that they can enjoy the live concert event. General ticket information can be found, HERE. If you want to donate money to sponsor a veteran, you can find that information, HERE.
Hits that might be featured in the one-night-only film include: “It Turns Me Inside Out,” “Ring On Her Finger Time on Her Hands,” “She’s Lyin’,” “I Don’t Mind the Thorns if You’re the Rose,” “Dixie Road,” “Somebody’s Gonna Love You,” “Going Going Gone,” and, of course, “God Bless the U.S.A.”
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