Bill Taylor and The Appalachian Heatherns

* Artist: Bill Taylor and The Appalachian Heatherns

* Date: Saturday, April 11th, 2026

* Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM & The show starts at 7:00 PM

* Location: Union County Opry (Patriot Auditorium), 150 Main St, Maynardville, TN 37807

* Tickets: Available at the Union County Opry Ticket Office or call (865) 556-4255

Get ready for a night of "front porch music" that hits like a freight train. On April 11th, the Union County Opry is proud to welcome Bill Taylor and The Appalachian Heatherns to the Patriot Auditorium stage.

Hailing from the coal country of Middlesboro, Kentucky, frontman Bill Taylor brings a voice forged in the Pentecostal and Holiness church traditions—a raw, soulful "full-throated vibrato" that famously earned a standing ovation on America's Got Talent. Judge Simon Cowell called their sound "musical Levi's"—authentic, American, and timeless.

Joined by his father, Billy Taylor, on lead guitar and harmonica, the band delivers a high-energy blend of Americana, roots, and bluegrass. Their songs tell the honest, grit-filled stories of Appalachian life—from faith and redemption to the hard-learned lessons of the hills.

Whether you’re a fan of the "Appalachian Heatherns" viral series or just looking for a night of authentic mountain music, this is a performance you don't want to miss.

* Authentic Sound: Experience the "soul, grit, and authenticity" that turned this Kentucky truck driver into a viral sensation.

* Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Join us for "clean family fun" in an alcohol-free venue dedicated to celebrating the rich musical heritage of Union County.

* Local Legends: See why the Opry is the home for bluegrass and country in the "Cradle of Country Music".

Don't wait—grab your tickets today! Visit unioncountyopry.com or stop by the ticket office at 2945 Maynardville Hwy., Maynardville, TN 37807

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