2023 LINEUP

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Saturday, September 30th

David Lee Murphy | Saturday, Sept. 30 at 8 p.m.

David Lee Murphy is best recognized by his massive hit single “Dust On The Bottle”. But he is also known as one of Country Music’s best songwriters. He has written songs for superstar artists like Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Florida Georgia Line, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Brooks & Dunn, Hank Williams Jr. and others.

Murphy’s debut platinum-selling album, "Out With A Bang," produced a string of hits, including the title track “Out With A Bang,” “Fish Ain’t Bitin’,” and “Just Once,” which was featured in the movie "8 Seconds" about bull rider Lane Frost. Also on that album were the hit singles “Party Crowd” (Radio & Records awarded it the most-played song on Country Radio in 1995) and the #1 single “Dust On The Bottle.” Both songs have become staples on Country Radio.

Murphy went on to record two more albums. We Can’t All Be Angels produced the hit single, “All Lit Up In Love,” and “We Can’t All Be Angels,” which was featured in the Patrick Swayze movie "Blackdog." Murphy’s album Tryin’ To Get There (the title track he wrote with friend and musical hero Waylon Jennings) produced the Top 5 single “Loco.”

Murphy has earned over two dozen songwriting awards for songs he has written for superstars like Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Florida Georgia Line, Thomas Rhett, Eric Church, Brad Paisley, Hank Williams Jr., Brooks & Dunn, Reba McEntire and others. Some of his hits include songs by Kenny Chesney (“Here And Now,” “Live A Little,” “Living In Fast Forward,” “Pirate Flag,” “’Til It’s Gone”); Jason Aldean (“Big Green Tractor,” “The Only Way I Know”); Jake Owen (“Anywhere With You”); Thompson Square (Grammy-nominated “Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not”); Kip Moore (“Last Shot”); Justin Moore (“Why We Drink”); Gary Allan (“A Feelin’ Like That”); Josh Thompson (“Way Out Here”) and Blackberry Smoke (“Good One Coming On”).

East Nash Grass | Saturday @ 6:30 p.m.

As Nashville's newest bluegrass ambassadors, East Nash Grass comes as a refreshing break-a balance of undeniably hard-driving bluegrass alongside surprisingly introspective songwriting and earnest narration. Featuring a who’s-who of Nashville’s hottest young pickers, the joy and passion these musicians feel towards the genre is infused in every note they play and every word they sing.

East Nash Grass features James Kee on guitar & vocals, “Grand Master Fiddle Champion” Maddie Denton, Gaven Largent on dobro, “Presidential Scholar for the Arts in Jazz” Jeff Picker on bass, and two-time IBMA Momentum Award winner for Best Instrumentalist Cory Walker on banjo and Searcy’s own Harry Clark on mandolin.

90 Proof | Saturday @ 5:00pm

90 Proof is a classic country band mixed with a little classic rock. The regionally known band is made up of five White County guys. Their long-time friendship and love for playing music is what brought them together to form 90 Proof. They have a lot of fun when playing that is seen and felt by any audience that sees their shows.

Erik Smallwood | Saturday @ 4:00pm

Muscle Shoals, Alabama-born worship leader/singer/songwriter Erik Smallwood is a recent transplant to Searcy, where his wife and he are family life pastors at Searcy First Methodist. He has a 20+ year career on his resume that includes sharing the stage with national acts such as Joe Diffie, Jason Isbell, Shooter Jennings, Jason Michael Carroll, David Alan Coe, Third Day, Lenny LeBlanc and Gary Nichols of The SteelDrivers. Smallwood has been nominated for six Carolina Music Awards, winning Best Country Male 2012, as well as nominated for four Alabama Music Awards, winning Best Country Male 2017. He still performs occasionally but his primary focus is serving as a worship leader, speaker and pastor.  

Jimmy Rolett | Saturday @ 12:00pm

Well-traveled but Arkansas-born and raised, Jimmy Rolett started playing guitar at the age of five. Growing up playing music in church led to a life of creativity while keeping true to his roots. Many of his inspirations are from the Woodstock era of classic rock and blues artists like Jimi Hendrix, Carlos Santana, B. B. King and The Allman Brothers Band. He currently plays all over Central Arkansas, but you can find him either on the road, in the studio or at a music venue near you.

James Wells & Ryan Pace | Saturday @ 11:00am

James Wells is bringing his classic rock, bluegrass, folk and classic country music back to the Get Down Downtown stage for 2023. Wells will be accompanied this year by Ryan Pace on lead guitar. Known for his easy-going music played at festivals around the State, Wells has performed locally at Get Down Downtown, Beats & Eats and the Main Street Searcy Farmers’ Market.

Jordan Morris | Saturday @ 10:00am

Searcy native Jordan Morris has been “all about music” since he was little. Music and leading worship are rooted in his family. During his years at the University of Arkansas, he was involved with several local bands-playing guitar for a band opening for Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors and Shane & Shane. Since moving back to Searcy in 2015 with his high school sweetheart Mallory and their two sons, Cooper and Charlie, Morris has been a full-time managing partner at Sonic Drive-In on Beebe Capps but still loves making music on the side.

Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster | Friday @ 8:00pm

One of the most popular Memphis bands ever to hit the party scene, Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster has entertained legions of fans throughout the South for more than two decades, having played thousands of shows. From disco infernos to 80s new wave, this group has created one of the most energetic and fun bands you’ll ever see. Entertaining all ages with their lighthearted, fun-filled mood, Dr. Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster dresses up in crazy clothes and brings music to life when they take the stage.

Love and a Revolver | Friday @ 7:00pm

After a recording trip to the famous Robin Hood Studios in Tyler, Texas, where bands like ZZ Top cut their teeth, Love and a Revolver is back playing live music all over Central Arkansas. This five-piece band of long-time friends includes Jenny Clayton on vocals, Wes Richardson and Kyle Priest on guitar, Brad Lawson on bass and Adam Burton on drums. Love and a Revolver is a good-time band playing classic southern rock with a mix of today’s popular hits.

Silas Carpenter | Friday @ 6:00pm

Silas Carpenter is a guy from Arkansas who makes music. He enjoys cheeseburgers, puppies, and warm blankets. Some (his grandparents) have called him the greatest artist of our generation. His beautiful melodies and genius lyrics put him on par with artists such as Paul McCartney, Wings, and the Beatles.