GRAYSON —
As Independence Day approaches, so does Carter County Thunder, which features country music artists Diamond Rio.
The event is scheduled for June 30 at the Carter County Fairgrounds. Admission is free.
After making a name for itself in country music, Diamond Rio recorded the Christian song “The Reason.” Members say they wanted to take the opportunity to send a message.
“It was no mistake that we wrote a song called ‘The Reason’ and it exactly answers the question,” Jimmy Olander said. “It’s the reason why we’re here. It’s our story.”
“We’re all believers. We always have been,” lead vocalist Marty Roe said. “I think a lot of our songs reflected that part of who we are, but this was different to actually able to say in a stronger voice what our hearts are about.”
The group has long been known for such positive hits as “I Believe,” “Mama Don’t Forget to Pray for Me” and “One More Day.” Formed in 1984, Diamond Rio features Roe, Olander, drummer Brian Prout, keyboardist Dan Truman, bassist Dana Williams and Gene Johnson on mandolin, guitar and fiddle.
Admission is free. For more information, visit cartercountythunder.com or call Lincoln Theinert at (606) 776-6560 or e-mail CarterCountyThunderinc@yahoo.com.
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