STEP OUT" WITH YOUR BABY TO THE BEAT OF ROCKABILLY HISTORY

The 2007 International Rock-A-Billy Music Festival, held in Jackson, TN, August 9, 10 & 11, will give you a reason to "Twist and Shout" and dance the night away to the great beat of Rockabilly's best. The “Bop,” the “Twist,” the “Line Dance,” and all of those wonderful dance steps, still enjoyed by many, were inspired by the happening' new beat of Rockabilly music in the 1950's.

Join Dancers from all over the world as they come to Jackson to "Twist Again" to the music of Rockabilly legends and compete for great prizes. The festival will include a little international flavor with performances by German band Hannes Strauss and the Blue Vinyl Freaks, Doc Thomas (from Berlin), and Judy Kanyo from Canada. Music for this "hoppin" dance scene will be provided by Rockabilly greats, like Sonny Burgess and the Pacers, Ace Cannon, and Narvel Felts. The International Rock-A-Billy Festival will also feature a special appearance by Johnny Cash’s band, The Tennessee Three, along with performances by the 10-0-C band, featuring Lee McAlpin (Carl Perkins’ pianist for many years), Carl Mann, and Rayburn Anthony. “Early Bird Special Price” is $45.00 for a three (3) day pass, which is good for admission to all events. For more information, contact: The International Rock-A-Billy Hall of Fame, Inc. 105 North Church Street Jackson, TN 38301 Website www.RockABillyHall.org email: rock@rockabillyhall.org