Press Release: Little Feat to Little Rock
William J. Clinton Presidential Center Welcomes Little Feat to Little Rock
Legendary American Band Headlines First Annual American Classics Festival
The William J. Clinton Presidential Center welcomes classic rock ‘n' roll legends Little Feat to headline its first annual American Classics Festival in Little Rock on Saturday, Sept. 20.
The Festival kicks off the William J. Clinton Presidential Library's newest exhibit, the "Art of the Chopper," a collection of 30 exquisite custom-built motorcycles created by the most preeminent builders in the world.
"We are thrilled that a true American classic, Little Feat, will join us at our first annual American Classics Festival, it's a perfect fit." said Stephanie Streett, executive director of the William J. Clinton Foundation. "With a new album coming out this fall, Little Feat has been around for the better part of 40 years. They helped define the ‘Americana' genre and continue to entertain audiences all over the world today."
The concert will take place at the Clinton Center Presidential Park which is located on the lawn behind the Center. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at www.ticketweb.com . Doors open at 5 p.m. Opening band, Little Rock favorite, Crisis!, will perform at 5:45 p.m. followed by Little Feat at 7:30 p.m.
A tribute to the American spirit, the Festival will celebrate our collective American culture. In addition to the concert, the Festival will also feature the "Rib Rally on the River," a back yard barbecue competition, "Pigment, Art of the Divine Swine" art gallery, children's activities, festival food specializing in American cuisine and much, much more.
Special Festival guests include more than 2,500 participants in the annual March of Dimes "Bikers for Babies" Rally. The Center's Celebration Circle will serve as the final stop in the parade route that begins in Toad Suck, Ark.
