Country, classic rock on stage for Rock County 4-H Fair
The Rock County 4-H Fair announced Friday the entertainment lineup for this year’s fair:
-- Tuesday, July 28—Rock County 4-H Fair Royalty Coronation, 7 p.m.
-- Wednesday, July 29—Rock County 4-H Fair Star Contest, 7 p.m.
-- Thursday, July 30, senior citizen day—Terry Lee Goffee, the “Ultimate” Johnny Cash tribute artist, 2 p.m. Goffee is an Ohio native who spent a large part of his career as a gospel singer. Visit www.terryleegoffee.com.
Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers, 8 p.m. “There’s no harmony quite like family harmony,” the brothers’ Web site states. The Texas natives have been performing for more than 50 years. Visit www.gatlinbrothers.com.
-- Friday, July 31—Julianne Hough and Kate & Kacey, 8 p.m. Hough, the 20-year-old “Dancing with the Stars” darling, will open for country music legend George Strait on his tour this year. Visit juliannehough.com.
Twin sisters Kate & Kacey were semi-finalists on CMT’s “Can You Duet?” They also co-wrote a song on George Strait’s current album. Visit www.bigmachinerecords.com/kate&kacey.
-- Saturday, Aug. 1—Loverboy, 8 p.m. Bring your red leather pants! In the 1980s, Loverboy cranked out four multi-platinum albums and several international gold albums. Visit www.loverboyband.com.
-- Sunday, Aug. 2—Luke Bryan & The Lost Trailers, 6 p.m. Bryan’s debut album had two top 10 hits on the country charts: “All My Friends Say” and “Country Man.” This year, he was an honorary chairman of the National Hunting and Fishing Day. Visit www.lukebryan.com.
The Lost Trailers have opened for Kenny Chesney and Sugarland. Their new album, “Holler Back,” is on BNA Records. Visit www.thelosttrailers.com.
The 80th annual fair will run from Tuesday, July 28, to Sunday, Aug. 2. For more information, visit www.rockcounty4hfair.com.
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Jul 29, 2009 at 1:03 a.m.
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I loved listening to Loverboy like 26 years ago when I was in 6th grade. Now why couldn't they have been here then? Maybe Sevendust can come here in 25 years. On a positive note I do remember seeing Kenny Rodgers and Eddie Rabbit 25-30 years ago here- the last time I saw a good ROCK group (and thats being kind) was in 1983 Head East! You would think 105.9 The Hogg would help put the ROCK back into ROCK COUNTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jul 24, 2009 at 8:36 p.m.
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Well...... at least all the old people will have a good time, if there up late enough. Maybe we could try and pretend that there are more than just hillbillies living in janesville.
Apr 5, 2009 at 9:26 p.m.
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I caught Luke Bryan at the MetroCentre last spring and he put on an awesome show. Can't wait to see him again! Hey baby he's a country man :)
Apr 5, 2009 at 8:19 p.m.
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I get sick and tired of people who are sick and tired of people who are sick and tired of people. So there ;o)
Apr 5, 2009 at 8:10 p.m.
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I get sick and tired of people who are sick and tired of people who are sick and tired of people.
Apr 5, 2009 at 8:55 a.m.
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I am sick and tired of people who are sick and tired of people. We aren't supposed to sugar-coat everything we post here. We are supposed to comment and give our opinions on the topics of the articles. How many people would bother to read a message board with nothing but comments like, "How nice" or "Gee, that's neato"? Everyone here has an opinion and naturally not all of us can agree with everyone every time. I respect your right to post your feelings about the story, but to be openly judgmental about people who express their views is not in keeping with the intent of these forums. You disagree with some opinions and you lash back by telling people to "grow up". Who's the immature one here?
Apr 4, 2009 at 4:30 p.m.
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I get sick and tired of hearing people complain about the fair. The fair is not about the entertainment, etc. I, for one, find it very sad that this what people think makes or breaks the fair. The point of the fair is support our young people and their projects. Grow up people!
Apr 4, 2009 at 8:56 a.m.
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And this is why I don't waste my money and go to the Janesville fair! It's really sad that Beloit has a better show than Janesville come on people get with the program.
Apr 4, 2009 at 8:23 a.m.
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Comparing Riverfest to the 4-H Fair is like comparing a 7 course meal at one of New York's finest restaurants to a pile of dead dung beetles. The 4-H Fair is consistent in having sub-par entertainment year after year. I saw Ray Charles in Beloit. I've never heard of any legends coming to Janesville.
Apr 4, 2009 at 8:03 a.m.
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still pretty sad, this is why Riverfest has replaced the fair.
Apr 4, 2009 at 7:49 a.m.
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Since everyone seems to be complaining about the entertainment at the fair, how about YOU play promoter and name some bands that should play here. Keep in mind that there is one set, outdoors, with limited seating. Also check the band's touring schedule and make sure they will be in the area (as in not on other side of country) at the time of the fair. And while you are at it, remember to keep the cost low because there is an extremely small budget.
Ok go at it!
Apr 4, 2009 at 5:02 a.m.
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Wow. Now that is sad!
Apr 4, 2009 at 1:24 a.m.
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I thought Rock County 4-H Fair wanted to increase attendance?
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