Billy Dean Press Release

Arkansas State University's Fowler Center Series

Presents

 

BILLY DEAN

 

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

Riceland Hall, Fowler Center, 201 Olympic Dr., Jonesboro.

Tennessee has long been known throughout the world for its rich musical heritage; talented musicians from across the nation have traveled to Nashville to begin legendary careers that have earned Music City USA a reputation that is unsurpassed in the pantheon of American Music. One such talented musician is coming to Jonesboro.

Billy Dean, whose insightful songwriting, clear and distinctive voice, and masterful instrumental gifts have earned him accolades from many awards academies and countless devoted fans. A native of Quincy, Florida, Billy was raised appreciating the value of music and has a diverse array of musical influences. After attending college on a basketball scholarship, Billy moved to Nashville in 1983 and by 1990 had recorded his first Top 5 Hit, “Only Here For A Little While.”

Since then, Billy has transcended genres with his unique repertoire earning numerous awards, including; The Academy of Country Music’s Song of the Year “Somewhere in My Broken Heart”, ACM New Male Vocalist of The Year, BMI Pop Awards, BMI Song Awards, BMI Million Air Plays Award, Country Music Television Rising Star Award, NSAI Song of The Year, and a Grammy for a Country Tribute, “Amazing Grace.”

His latest album, “Let Them Be Little,” was inspired by those closest to him, his two children, Hannah & Eli, and his wife Stephanie. Billy’s illustrious career was recently recognized with a proclamation from the State of Tennessee House of Representatives.

Billy’s appeal reaches beyond the music world. He has appeared on numerous television shows as well as made for TV movies, including: Blue Valley Songbird, A Face to Kill For, Lois & Clark, One Life to Live, Diagnosis Murder, Good Morning America and The Tonight Show.

After decades of churning out hits, Billy Dean – with his gratifying guitar and his distinctive voice – gives every audience an unforgettable performance.

Ticket prices are $30 and $20 for adults; $24 and $16 for ASU faculty and staff; $23 and $15 for senior adults and K-12 students; and $10 and $6 for ASU students.

Tickets for all Fowler Center Series events may be purchased by calling (870) 972-2781 or (888) 278-3267, or online at www.yourfowlercenter.com. On performance evenings, the box office in Fowler Center opens one hour prior to the event.

Visit www.yourfowlercenter.com for additional information or call (870) 972-3471.