Central Park SummerStage Presents Wanda Jackson 7/27

SummerStage is proud to welcome musical royalty to our Mainstage at Central Park on July 27 when we host the Queen of Rockabilly, WANDA JACKSON. She'll be joined by a leading light of the next generation of rockabilly, Irish vocalist and pop star IMELDA MAY. Doors at 6:00 pm, Show at 7:00 pm 

Artist Website: http://www.wandajackson.com

When Wanda Jackson, the reigning "Queen of Rockabilly," recorded her first hit single, "Let's Have a Party" she made it into her own even after one-time boyfriend, Elvis Presley had released a version of it. As a recent inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for her pivotal role in the evolution of popular music, Jackson was the first woman to perform unadulterated rock and roll. With a remarkable career that has spanned over fifty years, her latest album, The Party Ain't Over which was produced by Jack White III, indicates that this feisty septuagenarian artist is as galvanizing as ever.

Artist Website: http://www.imeldamay.co.uk

Imelda May is unmistakable both in her music -- a fusion of surf guitars, blues and rockabilly -- and her style, a classic pin-up girl brand of chic accompanied by a solitary curl and shock of blonde in her jet black hair. In her native Ireland, her debut album, Love Tattoo has gone five times platinum, making her a household name. May has also shared the stage with numerous music luminaries including Eric Clapton, Lionel Richie and David Gilmore. 2010 saw May performing at the Grammys with Jeff Beck and the release of her newest album Mayhem, which is further propelling this rising star.

The 2011 SummerStage festival is presented by AT&T.  This schedule of events and performers is subject to change without notice.  Admission to all free performances is based on a first come/first served basis. No tickets required unless otherwise noted. Paid tickets are required for all Benefit Concerts. All SummerStage shows go on RAIN OR SHINE  Shows will be canceled only in the event of dangerous lightning during a performance.  No professional camera gear, telephoto lenses, or flash photography is allowed unless expressly arranged in advance. No video taping of any shows will be allowed.  Food and alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase at all shows. Beer and wine are for on-site consumption only and may not be removed from the venue.
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