The Campbells, Manie Jackson & More Set for 2013 Country Legends & Friends Extravaganza

The ever popular brothers, The Campbells as well as SAMA winner, Manie Jackson is some of the "Friends" that will join the "Country Legends" on 6 July at Carnival City's Big Top Arena in Country Legends and Friends. Bookings can be made at Computicket on 0861 915 8000 or at www.computicket.com. Groups of more than 10 will receive substantial discounts; please phone Lefra Productions on 011 815 3000, or send an e-mail to marketing@lefra.com. You're also welcome to discuss fundraising activities with us on (011) 815 3000. For more information, visit www.lefra.com or send an e-mail to info@lefra.co.za If patrons book for Country Legends and Friends as well as Afrikaanse Musiekfees 12 on 27 July, they will receive a substantial discount of 25% on all tickets. Contact Computicket on 0861 915 8000 to book for this package deal.

The line up of this year's read like the who's who in SA Country: Lance James, Barbara Ray, Clive Bruce, Matt Hurter, Sally Vaughn and Tommy Dell will be joined by their friends, The Campbells, Alan Ladd, Jason Bradley, Manie Jackson, Rinel Day and The Rodeo Girls

Frans Swart, producer of the Country Legends and Friends 2013 at Carnival City as well as all the previous concerts, says he always knew that country music was still very popular in South Africa. "The American country legend Charley Pride once remarked that 'it isn't reasonable to expect that everyone in the world is a country music fan', and added 'Not yet, anyway.' The runaway success of the previous Country Legends and Friends concerts proves that not only is country music still extremely popular, but its fan base is ever-growing", says Frans. "The support of the public surprised even me ... it was wonderful to have the shows sell out weeks ahead of the time, and the concerts were incredible. Combining the legends with the new voices in the industry was simply the logical next step after the first two Country Legendsconcerts were completely sold out, and that is why we have decided to return with a new concert to Carnival City."

The future looks bright for South Africa's biggest country legend, Lance James - presenter of COUNTRY LEGENDS AND FRIENDS. Evidently there is no time for taking it easy for Lance, fondly known as the Big Daddy of South African country. Lance is known as a versatile artist who is well loved for the special bond he forms with his audiences during his performances. He is also popular on radio and started his broadcasting career 1954. Lance can be heard on Radio Today, Radio Panorama in the Free State, Impala Radio in Perth, Australia and also in Namibia. His programme "Keep It Country" has been on the air for 35 years and is broadcasted on 12 stations around South Africa and on "streaming". He has performed abroad and has released more than 85 albums, including a few gospel albums. Lance has received too many wards to mention, but is especially proud of his lifetime achievement awards during the 2011 South African Music Awards (SAMA) and the 2012 Ghoema Awards. His latest CD, "For Tears to Come", was released late in 2012 and is currently charting at number one on a couple of radio stations' hit lists!

Country Legends and Friends is going to put the country's most popular Country talent on show. "This year will be a milestone for Country", says producer Frans Swart. "We had one goal in mind - to bring the brightest stars in South African country music together in the perfect venue - Carnival City's Big Top Arena. On July, 6 Carnival City will be the Country Central HQ! The revelry will kick of at 20:00 - be sure to get your tickets now!" As always, tickets will be available at Computicket on 0861 915 8000 or www.computicket.com. Groups of more than 10 will receive substantial discounts; please phone Lefra Productions on 011 815 3000, or send an e-mail to marketing@lefra.com.

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