City of Radford's 2022 "Spirit of America" July 4th Celebration ft. Jimmy Fortune
Venue: Bisset Park, Radford
Organizations: Cat 5 Band, City of Radford, Groove Kontrol, Jimmy Fortune, The Castaways
Date: Monday, July 4, 2022
Time: 1:00 - 10:00 PM
Event Types: Music, Food, Miscellaneous, Family Friendly, Speaking Engagements
Cost: Free
Description:
The City of Radford presents their 2022 "Spirit of America" July 4th Celebration featuring music headliner Jimmy Fortune on Monday, July 4, 2022 at Bisset Park.

Enjoy a full day of live music, free kids activities including bounce house & large mega extreme obstacle course, 27 foot Sabertooth Tiger Slide for kids & adults, pedastal joust, mechanical bull, inflatables and attractions, food and craft vendors and of course the best fireworks around to close the event!

Music will be headlined by Country Music Association (CMA) Hall of Fame member and Statler Brother Jimmy Fortune. Opening for Jimmy Fortune will be country music band Cat 5 Band.

Schedule of Events:
• 1:00-7:00 PM - Rides and Games
• 1:30-2:30 PM - LUA Project
• 2:45-3:45 PM - Groove Kontrol
• 4:00-5:00 PM - The Castaways (Beach Music)
• 5:00-5:45 PM - Opening Ceremonies with Mayor David Horton and National Anthem sung by Karen Clayton followed by Patriotic Readings from Dr. Dick Harshberger
• 6:00-7:00 PM - Cat 5 Band (Country)
• 7:15-8:45 PM - Jimmy Fortune (Country)
• 9:30 PM - Fireworks sponsored by Third Security

Note: All musical performances will be held under the gazebo.

Jimmy Fortune toured, sang and performed with the legendary Statler Brothers for 21 years. He joined them first as a temporary replacement for Lew DeWitt, after DeWitt heard him singing at a ski resort and recommended him. Following an audition in Nashville, Jimmy was contacted by the Statler Brothers and performed his first show with them on January 28, 1982. Due to the debilitating effects of Crohn’s Disease, Lew was unable to return to the stage with the Statlers, and Jimmy was hired as a permanent replacement in August of 1982.

Fortune quickly lived up to his name. He wrote the group’s second No. 1 hit, “Elizabeth,” on their 1983 album Today, and followed that with two more No. 1 hits–“My Only Love” and “Too Much On My Heart”. Fortune also wrote the top-10 hit “Forever” from 1986’s Four for the Show and co-wrote the top-10 hit “More Than a Name on the Wall” from 1988’s The Greatest Hits.

Jimmy has performed in all of the U.S. States, in Canadian Provinces, and in front of audiences as large as 100,000. He was part of the Statlers’ annual Happy Birthday USA celebration in Staunton, Virginia, for 14 years. He also sang on many of the Statlers’ gold, platinum, and double platinum recordings. Jimmy’s career included The Nashville Network’s popular “The Statler Brothers Show” which aired for seven seasons and debuted in 1991 as the highest rated show for the network.

Jimmy and The Statler Brothers were inducted into the GMA (Gospel Music Association) Hall of Fame on October 29, 2007, and inducted into the CMA (Country Music Association) Hall of Fame in June 29, 2008.

After the Statler Brothers retired on October 26, 2002, Jimmy seized the opportunity to launch a solo career to share new music with his fans. Jimmy is currently living in Nashville, writing, and touring.

Links:

• http://www.jimmyfortune.com/site/
• https://www.facebook.com/Jimmy-Fortune-61774241726

The Cat5 Band is a group of professional musicians that have come together with a common purpose to provide the best music possible to audiences all over the world.

Cat5 burst on the scene in June of 2019 from a trio of top East Coast Bands.

Links:

• https://cat5band.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/Cat5live
• https://www.instagram.com/cat5live/

Although the faces and names may have changed since we began performing in 1961, one thing hasn't - the party continues! The Castaways based in Durham, North Carolina bring an exciting sound, tremendous talent, energy, and performer versatility to your party.

With every note being played live, you can count on The Castaways to provide you with a perfect mix of Beach, Soul, and Rock-n-Roll. But, don't be surprised if we throw in a little country and top-40 too. Whether it be a wedding reception, corporate party, night club, or good old-fashioned beach party, The Castaways are your key to a great time!

Links:

• https://www.castawaysband.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/castawaysband
• https://www.twitter.com/CastawaysBandNC

Groove Kontrol came together about three years ago with the vision of playing music that everyone knows and loves. These talented musicians wanted to "take control of their groove," thus the name Groove Kontrol. They play a mixture of R&B, Soul, Blues and Classic Rock.

"Groove Kontrol performs the hits from the flip side of the record!"

Links:

• https://www.facebook.com/GrooveKontrol
• https://soundcloud.com/user-701783606/sets

Shuttle buses will be available and run from 1:30-10:30 PM with multiple stops along New River Drive and University Drive.

If you would be interested in becoming a food or craft vendor, please contact Donna Wolfe at 540-731-3633 or by email Donna.Wolfe@radfordva.gov.

To view the event flyer, visit: https://i.postimg.cc/zvtxBQcH/image.png.

For more information, visit: https://radfordva.gov/1049/Radfords-July-4th-Celebration or https://www.facebook.com/RadfordParkandRecreation/ or call the Radford Parks & Recreation Department at 540-731-3633.