Bayou Jam is going country!
The spring concert series returns on Friday, April 5, with a performance by Clifton Brown and the Rusty Bucket Band starting at 6 p.m. Admission is free.
“Bayou Jam concerts have become a beloved tradition for our citizens that unites our city through the power of music and community,” said Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer. “I invite you to join us at Heritage Park for fantastic Friday nights filled with music and fun!”
Mark your calendars for these upcoming concerts at Heritage Park:
- Slidell’s High School Band and Choir Showcase – Friday, April 19
- Some Enchanted Evening with the Northshore Community Orchestra – Sunday, April 28 (5 to 7 p.m.)
- Fat City Swing Orchestra – Friday, May 10
Bayou Jam concerts will be held on Fridays from 6 to 8 p.m. Guests are invited to bring their chairs, blankets, ice chests and picnic baskets to the park to enjoy the free concerts.
Clifton Brown and the Rusty Bucket Band plays all your favorite country hits from the 80’s, 90’s and 2000’s plus some of their own original songs. They’ve opened for some of country’s biggest stars, including Mickey Gilley, John Conlee, Lorrie Morgan, Doug Stone, Jamie O’Neal, Ronnie Milsap and late Merle Haggard to name only a few. The band consists of six of South Louisiana’s finest musicians including Clifton Brown (lead vocalist/acoustic guitarist), Chris Smith (bassist), Greg Manchester (lead guitarist/vocalist), Danny Harrell (pedal steel guitarist), Paul Golmon (drummer) and Brenda Harrell (female vocalist). For more information about the band and to see videos of their performances, visit their Facebook page.
For more information about this event, please call the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375. For City of Slidell news and events, please visit MySlidell.com and follow us on the “City of Slidell” Facebook page.
In the event of inclement weather, please check the city’s website or Facebook page for the latest information. Cancellation decisions will be made by 1 p.m. on the day of the event.
