Michael Gill: Saturday night special
Stacy Mitchhart, “The Blues Doctor”, is returning to Knoxville with his fabulous 7-piece band, Saturday, February 24, for a smoke-free show at Knoxville Museum of Art. The show begins at 8:00 pm.
Based out in Nashville, Mitchhart and his band created quite a stir on Market Square last June, headlining the first annual Hard Knox Blues Bash, and they’ve rocked the house at KMA before when they performed for the “Alive into 2006!” New Year’s Eve party.
Winner of the Albert King Most Promising Guitarist Award at the 2003 International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Stacy Mitchhart has a smooth and sultry, provocative delivery, reminiscent of legendary R & B performers. A consummate showman, always dressed to the nines, he has captivated audiences worldwide with his teasing smile, quick wit, and a taste of blue humor to go along with his masterful guitar work and strong vocals.
This will be a show where you can let your hair down and have a good time. Dress is casual to as spiffy as you wanna be. There will be two cash bars, free popcorn, and F.A.T.S. BBQ will have some other tasty treats for sale. Tickets for reserve seats at tables are $20/$16 for non-members, and $18/$14 for museum members and students with ID. General admission is $11 for non-members and $9 for museum members and students with ID. For reserve tickets and information, call 865-525-6101 ext. 229. Tickets will also be available at the door at 7:30 pm.
The Stacy Mitchhart Saturday Night Special Show is sponsored by Knoxville520.com, Mike Scourby-RE/MAX Properties, East Tennessee Public Television, WUOT-91.9FM, MetroPulse and Cherokee Distributing Company.
Stacy Mitchhart (and a close fan) at the Hard Knox Blues Bash, Market Square
(local photos by Ray Brown)