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The great week for country fans continues.
Just announced: Brad Paisley (who headlined the Stadium of Fire this past year) will perform at the Maverik Center in West Valley City on Jan. 27 — the last weekend of the Sundance Film Festival.
Opening for Paisley will be Scotty McCreery and The Band Perry (who opened for Tim McGraw this past summer).
Excerpts from the press release:
After recently wrapping his highly successful 2011 tour Brad Paisley has announced his tour for next year – "The Camobunga! 2012 World Tour" presented by Chevy. The tour kicks-off Jan. 12 in Grand Rapids, MI with special guests The Band Perry and Scotty McCreery. Paisley's explanation on how he arrived at the tour name: "Camobunga The name of a live musical tour experience. A mind blowing blend of country, fiery 60's surf guitar acrobatics, futuristic special effects, retro heart and soul, and mind altering liquid beverages. The spirit of the deep woods meets the breakneck excitement of the California coast.
Log on to http://www.bradpaisley.com for on-sale and up-to-date information on the tour.