Gretchen Wilson returns to Fantasy Springs
24 July 2008INDIO, California – (PRESS RELEASE) -– One of the biggest selling, female stars in the world of Country Music today, Gretchen Wilson, makes her triumphant return to the desert as Fantasy Springs Resort Casino gladly welcomes her back to the Special Events Center stage, Saturday, April 4th at 8pm.
Gretchen's rise to the top of the Country Music scene is unprecedented. Her passion, hard work and dedication to her music have caught the attention of fans all around the world. Her most recent single, "Don't Do Me No Good", from her upcoming Sony CD release "I Got Your Country Right Here" is currently gaining recognition on Country Radio.
Born in Pocahontas, Illinois in 1973, Gretchen took to music as a young child, listening to the radio and finding a liking for bands like Heart, Led Zeppelin and even, Patsy Cline. These early influences have spilled over into her live show as she pays homage to these groups with spectacular renditions of their classic hits.
An accomplished singer and songwriter, Gretchen Wilson has paid her dues along the way, playing in numerous dives and honky tonks, all across the nation. It wasn't until a chance meeting with Country music star and songwriter, John Rich (Big & Rich) in 2000, that Gretchen would be given the chance to become his writing partner. Wilson has released the multi-platinum CDs, "Here for the Party" in 2004, "All Jacked Up" in 2005 and "One Of The Boys" in 2007. Fans have taken to this authentic and genuine "Redneck Woman", buying millions of her CDs, singles and her recent autobiography, "Redneck Woman: Stories From My Life."
Gretchen Wilson won the 2004 Grammy Award for "Best Country Female Vocal Performance" for "Redneck Woman" and received several accolades from the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
Mark your calendars and don't miss your chance to see Gretchen Wilson as she brings her own style of country music back to the desert!!! Tickets for this special one-night performance go on sale Friday July 25th at the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino Box Office or by calling 760-342-5000. Tickets can be purchased on-line at Tickets.com or Fantasyspringsresort.com
Tickets are priced at $79, $69, $49.