Jammin for the Troops
Benefiting Air Compassion for Veterans, The Green Beret Foundation,
& the men and women of the South Carolina National Guard.
Angels & Heroes Organization Inc. Presents:
Billy Gibbons
Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, the iconic Rockin Roll Hall of Famer who has sold over 25 million records, is bringing an exciting All-Star Band with him that includes legendary drummer Anton Fig from The David Letterman Show who has played with Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Winwood, Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Wonder, Faith Hill, David Bowie, the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton to name a few.
EVENT LINEUP
Jammin for The Troops will take place at the Columbia Speedway on December 6th & 7th, and benefit Angels and Heroes Organization Inc., benefiting the men and women of the South Carolina National Guard, Air Compassion for Veterans, and the Green Beret Foundation. Watch for additional very special guests to be announced.
When:
Friday December 6th @ 6 pm
Ellis Hall
Many recognize Ellis from his days as the lead singer and keyboardist from Tower of Power. Ellis has also appeared on over 40 different albums for such greats as Stevie Wonder, James Taylor, Kenny G, and Warren Hill.
Scott Page
Legendary sax player from Pink Floyd, Supertramp, and Toto, joining the All-Star Band with Billy Gibbons.
When:
Friday December 6th @ 6 pm
All-Star Band
An All-Star army of Guitarists will descend upon Columbia with Mr. Gibbons including Mike Addiego (Steely Dan) and Phil LoPresti (Warren Haynes). Scott Page, legendary Sax player from Pink Floyd, Supertramp and Toto, will also join the ensemble, along with Anton Fig (David Letterman Show rockstar drummer).
When:
Friday December 6th
When:
Friday December 6th @ 6 pm
Martin Guigui
Music Director and Hollywood Director Martin Guigui will join the jam with the All-Star Band. Guigui has worked with iconic artists Billy Gibbons, Smokey Robinson, Bo Didley and Bret Michaels and is currently producing the Jimi Hendrix Tribute album. Guigui directed “Beneath The Darkness” starring Dennis Quaid.
Michael Connors
Michael Connors is a Nashville-based "Songwriter + Singer + Guitar Slinger" known for his incendiary live performances fueled by dang good original music.
Janie Metts
Country music artist from Columbia, South Carolina. Janie is an alumni of the University of South Carolina, preparing to move to Nashville and persue her career as a country music artist.
Dee Jay Rucker
When the South Carolina music movement is mentioned you have to include the up and coming artist Dee Jay Rucker. Dee Jay is what his family calls him, His Government name is Marvin D. Gilchrist Jr. He added the Rucker to honor his Award winning uncle Daruis Rucker of Hootie and The Blowfish. It was Darius who contacted close friend and Grammy Award winning producer Charles Farrar (Boyz II Men, Tyrese, Faith Evans and Trey Songz) and said “I Got someone for you” referring to Dee Jay Rucker.
Barry Michael
A dynamic singer songwriter that covers the globe performing and entertaining country music lovers with his powerful lyrics and energetic shows. He is a supporter of everyone who fights for his freedom and will go anywhere to entertain a troop or veteran.
Jordan Rager
19 year old sensation Jordan Rager is a country singer-songwriter from Georgia. Currently the opening act for Justin Moore on the "Off the Beaten Path" tour. Previously a season 2 contestant on "The Voice." #teamblake
Mike Corrado
Singer/songwriter and U.S. Marine Mike Corrado garnered national radio and television airplay after releasing his song “Stand” from his 2010 EP Stand. The video has been featured on CMT, Armed Forces Radio & Television and more. “Stand” pays tribute to those who serve in the armed forces, veterans and the families and communities who stand behind them.
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Friday December 6th @ 6 pm
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Saturday December 7th
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Willis Turner
Willis Turner is proud to serve as the Jammin for the Troops emcee. Willis is the winner of "Laugh Across America" contest in Las Vegas, is making people laugh from Las Vegas, NV to Hollywood, CA, and all the way to Afghanistan. As seen on BET and Comedy Central.
John Popper
John Popper is an American musician and songwriter. He is most famous for his role as frontman of rock band Blues Traveler performing harmonica, guitar and vocals.
