Troy University Athletics

Troy Athletics Announces Horn Beverage Tailgate Concert Series Lineup
8/2/2024 9:00:00 AM | Football
TROY, Ala. – The Horn Beverage Tailgate Concert Series is back for another season with a concert in Tailgate Terrace before each of Troy's six home games at The Vet this fall. The lineup includes The Park Band, The Springs, POPulus, Johnny Barron and the Waterfall Band and 12Eleven.
Each act takes the stage three hours prior to kickoff each week and will play a two-hour set, taking a small break for Trojan Walk (2:15 before kickoff). Back for a second season is the Chill Zone at the front of the stage, featuring picnic tables and umbrellas for fans to take a break and enjoy the show.
Horn Beverage Tailgate Concert Series Lineup
Nevada – Aug. 31 (6 p.m. Kickoff)
• Band: The Springs
• Performance Time: 3-5 p.m.
About: The Springs is a husband (Stewart Halcomb) and wife (Holly Helms) duo who grew up in Alabama but met at the Bluebird Café in Nashville. The country duo has opened for stars such as Florida Georgia Line, Kelly Clarkson, Reb, Little Big Town, Eric Church, Alan Jackson and more. Their albums have landed on multiple top 10 lists, and they have made regular appearances at events such as the CMA Music Festival.
Florida A&M – Sept. 21 (6 p.m. Kickoff)
• Band: Johnny Barron and The Waterfall Band
• Performance Time: 3-5 p.m.
About: Johnny Barron and The Waterfall Band are an iconic group from the greater Troy area. They have entertained members of the Troy community for years and continue to be one of the most popular groups in the area.
ULM – Sept. 28 (TBA Kickoff)
• Band: POPulus
• Performance Time: TBA
About: POPulus is Troy University's popular music ensemble comprised of students in the Music Industry Program. Artists of diverse and eclectic styles blend together with a concert production team in a unique musical environment honoring all genres of American popular music. With their dynamic vibe and distinctive name, their music appeals across genres, generations and geographic borders. POPulus not only plays covers from well-known artists, but they also play original songs written by students from Troy University's Music Industry Program.
Texas State – Oct. 3 (6 p.m. Kickoff)
• Band: 12Eleven
• Performance Time: 3 – 5 p.m.
About: The group was formed when four college students at Troy University came together under the name of 12Eleven. They focus on rock, blues and country with a mix of soulful R&B and rap. Their versatility entertains crowds of all ages as they play throughout the area and the Florida Panhandle.
Coastal Carolina – Nov. 2 (TBA Kickoff)
• Band: POPulus
• Performance Time: TBA
About: POPulus is Troy University's popular music ensemble comprised of students in the Music Industry Program. Artists of diverse and eclectic styles blend together with a concert production team in a unique musical environment honoring all genres of American popular music. With their dynamic vibe and distinctive name, their music appeals across genres, generations and geographic borders. POPulus not only plays covers from well-known artists but also original songs written by students from Troy University's Music Industry Program.
Southern Miss – Nov. 30 (TBA Kickoff)
• Band: The Park Band
• Performance Time: TBA
About: The Park Band has become one of Alabama's premier bands with a perfect mix of rock, Motown, country and today's hits. The band has played hundreds of events across the southeast since its start in 2008 and is comprised of band members that all of the Troy community knows and loves.
Each act takes the stage three hours prior to kickoff each week and will play a two-hour set, taking a small break for Trojan Walk (2:15 before kickoff). Back for a second season is the Chill Zone at the front of the stage, featuring picnic tables and umbrellas for fans to take a break and enjoy the show.
Horn Beverage Tailgate Concert Series Lineup
Nevada – Aug. 31 (6 p.m. Kickoff)
• Band: The Springs
• Performance Time: 3-5 p.m.
About: The Springs is a husband (Stewart Halcomb) and wife (Holly Helms) duo who grew up in Alabama but met at the Bluebird Café in Nashville. The country duo has opened for stars such as Florida Georgia Line, Kelly Clarkson, Reb, Little Big Town, Eric Church, Alan Jackson and more. Their albums have landed on multiple top 10 lists, and they have made regular appearances at events such as the CMA Music Festival.
Florida A&M – Sept. 21 (6 p.m. Kickoff)
• Band: Johnny Barron and The Waterfall Band
• Performance Time: 3-5 p.m.
About: Johnny Barron and The Waterfall Band are an iconic group from the greater Troy area. They have entertained members of the Troy community for years and continue to be one of the most popular groups in the area.
ULM – Sept. 28 (TBA Kickoff)
• Band: POPulus
• Performance Time: TBA
About: POPulus is Troy University's popular music ensemble comprised of students in the Music Industry Program. Artists of diverse and eclectic styles blend together with a concert production team in a unique musical environment honoring all genres of American popular music. With their dynamic vibe and distinctive name, their music appeals across genres, generations and geographic borders. POPulus not only plays covers from well-known artists, but they also play original songs written by students from Troy University's Music Industry Program.
Texas State – Oct. 3 (6 p.m. Kickoff)
• Band: 12Eleven
• Performance Time: 3 – 5 p.m.
About: The group was formed when four college students at Troy University came together under the name of 12Eleven. They focus on rock, blues and country with a mix of soulful R&B and rap. Their versatility entertains crowds of all ages as they play throughout the area and the Florida Panhandle.
Coastal Carolina – Nov. 2 (TBA Kickoff)
• Band: POPulus
• Performance Time: TBA
About: POPulus is Troy University's popular music ensemble comprised of students in the Music Industry Program. Artists of diverse and eclectic styles blend together with a concert production team in a unique musical environment honoring all genres of American popular music. With their dynamic vibe and distinctive name, their music appeals across genres, generations and geographic borders. POPulus not only plays covers from well-known artists but also original songs written by students from Troy University's Music Industry Program.
Southern Miss – Nov. 30 (TBA Kickoff)
• Band: The Park Band
• Performance Time: TBA
About: The Park Band has become one of Alabama's premier bands with a perfect mix of rock, Motown, country and today's hits. The band has played hundreds of events across the southeast since its start in 2008 and is comprised of band members that all of the Troy community knows and loves.
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