An official website of the United States government
A .mil website belongs to an official U.S. Department of Defense organization in the United States.
A lock (lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .mil website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Diamond Rio to perform with Air Force Reserve band in July

  • Published
ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. --  The Band of the U.S. Air Force Reserve will team up with Diamond Rio, four-time Country Music Association's award-winning recording artists, for this year's Independence Day Concert in Warner Robins July 2.

"Diamond Rio's accomplishments make them one of the most successful groups in Country Music," said Maj. Don Schofield, commander of the Band of the U.S. Air Force Reserve. "Their music stretches across generations of fans. We are thrilled to be partnering up with them for this year's Independence Day Concert celebration."

The free concert at Warner Robins' McConnell-Talbert Stadium starts at 8 p.m. and features a night of music, fireworks and family entertainment. Festivities begin with the National Anthem and an F-15 fighter jet flyover.

Diamond Rio has released seven studio albums, two greatest hits collections and "A Diamond Rio Christmas: The Star Still Shines," a 2007 holiday album. In addition to their four CMA awards, the band recently garnered "Country Album of the Year" at the 41st Annual Dove Awards. They also have to their credit three platinum albums as well as two Academy of Country Music Awards in the top Vocal Group of the Year category. With songs like "Meet in the Middle", "Norma Jean Riley", "Love a Little Stronger" and "One More Day", Diamond Rio continues to electrify music fans.

"Last year was another stadium-packed crowd, and this year we are expecting a much larger attendance for this Independence Day celebration," said Allen Tatman of the Warner Robins Civitan Club.

"Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and the talent of the Band of the U.S. Air Force Reserve, we have an incredible celebration planned," said Mr. Tatman. "The Middle Georgia community will have front-row seats to a fireworks display that gets bigger and better every year."

Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating on the infield. Food and beverages will be available at concession stands. Bags and containers are subject to search. No pets, no alcoholic beverages or no glass containers are allowed at this family event.

The annual Independence Day Concert has been held in the city for more than 25 years and usually draws a crowd of more than 20,000 people.