News Summary
The Las Vegas Songwriters Festival is set to spotlight the art of storytelling in country music from August 21 to 24 at Mandalay Bay. Co-founded by Rob Hatch and Mike Every, this festival will feature over 100 performances by renowned songwriters, including Lee Brice’s kickoff concert. The event focuses on intimacy and creativity, promising Q&A sessions and a Nashville-inspired venue for experience enhancement. With ticket prices accessible to a wider audience, the festival aims to become an annual celebration of songwriters and their contributions to music.
Las Vegas – The inaugural Las Vegas Songwriters Festival is set to take place from August 21 to 24 at Mandalay Bay. This new festival aims to delve into the creative process behind country music, showcasing the art of storytelling and intimate performances by renowned songwriters.
Co-founded by Nashville songwriters Rob Hatch and Mike Every, the festival was established to address a gap in the festival landscape specifically for songwriters. With a focus on creativity over spectacle, the event will feature more than 100 live performances that represent over 300 No. 1 songs, spread across five stages at various venues within Mandalay Bay.
Lee Brice, a multiplatinum artist celebrated for his contributions to country music, will kick off the festival on August 21 with a special concert titled “Lee Brice: Stories and Songs” at the House of Blues. Brice’s performance will not only feature his own popular hits but will also include notable songwriters who collaborated with him on these tracks. Among the performers will be Billy Montana, Bobby Pinson, Brian Davis, Jerrod Niemann, Liz Rose, Phil Barton, and Rob Hatch.
Festival Highlights
Daily performances will begin at 11 a.m. and focus on creating a personal and engaging atmosphere rather than grand staging. The House of Blues B-Side venue will be styled to resemble Nashville’s famed Bluebird Cafe, complete with “songwriter rounds” that encourage collaboration and storytelling among artists.
In addition to the musical performances, attendees can look forward to Q&A sessions hosted by Award-winning broadcaster Storme Warren. The festival will also feature respected songwriters like Dean Dillon, known for the iconic “Tennessee Whiskey,” Paul Overstreet, famous for “Forever and Ever, Amen,” and Liz Rose, who has collaborated with Taylor Swift.
Tickets and Accessibility
Tickets for the festival range from $69 for single-day passes to $464.35 for four-day VIP packages. This pricing structure is designed to make the festival accessible to a wider audience while honoring the songwriters behind the music that resonates with so many.
Organizational Background
The event was organized in collaboration with MGM Resorts International and their entertainment division, Entersong Entertainment. The vision of the founders is to not only deliver an enriching experience for music lovers but also to celebrate the often-unsung heroes of country music—the songwriters.
Both Rob Hatch and Mike Every hope that the Las Vegas Songwriters Festival can become an annual tradition in the city, offering opportunities for songwriters and fans alike to connect and appreciate the art of songwriting.
Conclusion
The Las Vegas Songwriters Festival promises to be a unique and heartfelt gathering that places songwriters front and center, celebrating their contributions to the world of music. With an impressive lineup of artists and sessions planned, the festival aims to foster a deeper appreciation for the creative process of country music storytelling.
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Additional Resources
- Las Vegas Magazine: The Las Vegas Songwriters Festival
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- KTLO: Lee Brice to Set Las Vegas Songwriters Festival in Motion
- Wikipedia: Songwriter
- Celeb Secrets: Inaugural Las Vegas Songwriters Festival
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