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1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CITY OF PALMDALE NEWS RELEASE CONTACT: John Mlynar PHONE: 661/267-5115 DATE: July 25, 2018 ACM’s New Vocal Group of the Year Midland Roars into the Palmdale Amphitheater This Friday PALMDALE – Grammy nominated artists Midland will bring their critically acclaimed country sound to the Palmdale Amphitheater this Friday, July 27 as part of the City of Palmdale’s summer concert series. Hailing from Dripping Springs, Texas, lead vocalist Mark fronts Midland’s rich sound that is rounded out with lead guitarist Jess Carson and bass player Cameron Duddy. Rooted in tradition in both sound and style, the trio first came together at Duddy’s wedding in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where the three members ended up jamming onstage at the rehearsal dinner. “It was this serendipitous chain of events, and it was the best week ever,” says who, despite his hippie persona, was actually raised on an Arizona cattle ranch. “By the end, we knew the three of us had amazing chemistry.” Midland initially garnered attention playing clubs in the region. After launching their debut album, On the Rocks, they received rave reviews from notable outlets such as the Los Angeles Times and Rolling Stone Country, with Washington Post touting it as “the year’s best Country album.” While On the Rocks earned the No. 1 position on Billboard’s Top Country Album Sales chart upon release, their debut single “Drinkin’ Problem,” also reached No. 1 and ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 earned the band their first GRAMMY® Awards nominations for Best Country Song and Best Country Duo/Group Performance. At the American Country Music Awards show in April, Midland were named New Vocal Group of the Year, and were the most-nominated debut artist with three total nods, also including Vocal Group of the Year and Single of the Year (“Drinkin’ Problem”). This year Country Radio Broadcasters voted the trio as one of the esteemed 2018 Country Radio Seminar New Faces. “Midland is the embodiment of Seventies California country, all smooth harmonies and heart-on-your-sleeve lyrics,” said Palmdale’s Director of Recreation and Culture Keri Smith. Gates open at 6 pm and the concert begins at 8 pm. Tickets are available at www.PalmdaleAmphitheater.com. VIP tickets are $40 and general admission is $25. VIP ticket includes a chair (theater-style, first-come, first-served). General admission, bring your own chair. No outside food or drinks allowed. Concessions will be available, including beer and wine. The City’s final summer concert coming to Palmdale Amphitheater is Metalachi on Saturday, Aug. 11. The Palmdale Amphitheater is generously sponsored by Antelope Valley Transit Authority, American Medical Response, Hilton Garden Inn, Opportunities for Learning, Heritage Sierra Medical Group, Ventura Graphix, Vince’s Pasta & Pizza, Waste Management of Antelope Valley, Antelope Valley Mall and Valleywide Dental. About The Amp ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 The Amp at Marie Kerr Park is the Antelope Valley’s premier outdoor entertainment venue, providing audiences with a blend of high-energy concert performances and community-based programming. Voted AV’s Best Place for Live Music in 2018, its convenient location, great sight lines and comfortable, grassy seating areas are complemented by evening concerts and Family Movie Nights presented during summer months, and a host of charity walks, concerts, graduations, services and events throughout the year. Previous performers at The Amp have included Blake Shelton, The Beach Boys, Lonestar, The Spinners, The Four Tops, Loverboy, The Tempations, The Guess Who, America, SheDaisy, The Rascals, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Chaka Khan, The Whispers, Mercy Me, Pablo Cruise, War, Euge Groove, The Rippingtons, Jeff Golub, The Village People, Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, Pam Tillis, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Bill Medley, Blind Boys of Alabama, Sugarland, Air Supply, Newsboys, Peter Noone and Herman’s Hermits, Tracy Lawrence, Josh Kelly, Blue Oyster Cult, Los Lobos, Montez de Durango, Blood Sweat and Tears, Clay Walker, Morris Day and the Time, Fifth Harmony, Banda Machos, The Commodores, LeAnn Rimes, Trace Adkins, Queen Nation, Sheila E, Gerald Albright and Phil Vassar. -30- Communications Department • 38300 Sierra Highway • Palmdale, CA 93550 www.CityofPalmdale.org