Seventh annual Rhythm & Brews Festival lineup announced for Oct. 25

GREENSBORO, Ga. — Reynolds Lake Oconee, in collaboration with OPAS (Oconee Performing Arts Society), will present the seventh annual Rhythm & Brews Festival on Friday, Oct. 25 featuring headliner 38 Special.

Tickets are now available for sale.

For more than four decades, this explosive southern rock band has brought their signature sounds to over 100 cities a year. At each and every show, thousands of audience members are amazed by the power of the band’s performance, with rock-pop smashes such as “Hold On Loosely,” “Rockin’ Into the Night,” “Caught Up in You,” and “Fantasy Girl.” The band’s sales of more than 20 million records and multiple gold and platinum albums are a testament to the group’s timeless hits and enduring popularity.

Guitarist/vocalist Don Barnes of 38 Special says it’s all about maintaining that intensity in their live shows.

“We never wanted to be one of those bands that had maybe gotten a little soft or complacent over the years. We’re a team, and it’s always been kind of an unspoken rule that we don’t slack up, we stack up. We go out there every night to win.”

Other band members include bassist Barry Dunaway, drummer Gary Moffatt and keyboardist/vocalist Bobby Capps. The most recent addition to the band is legendary virtuoso guitarist and vocalist Jerry Riggs.

“With a great musical lineup, plus more tasting and food options than ever before, this year’s Rhythm & Brews Festival is the can’t miss music event of the fall,” said Tim Hong, chief operating officer for Reynolds Lake Oconee.

Rhythm & Brews begins at 5p.m. at Reynolds Lake Oconee’s picturesque Sandy Creek Barn.Along with great music, the music festival features a complimentary beer and wine garden from 5 to 7 p.m., providing more than 30 hand-crafted selections for tasting.Food offerings will be available for purchase from 5 p.m. through the duration of the event.General admission is $150 and includes access to the craft beer and wine tasting, concert, and on-site parking.Guests must be 21 and older.

For guests seeking the ultimate Rhythm & Brews experience, VIP tickets are available for $350 and include general admission access plus exclusive VIP amenities including a hospitality suite, complimentary offerings from a variety of food trucks, dedicated on-site parking, private hosted bars, and special viewing area during the concert.

From old favorites to new passions, Reynolds Lake Oconee regularly presents a wide variety of music performances throughout the year, each one a unique expression that mirrors the shared spirit of the community.Rhythm & Brews has quickly become a favorite event for residents and visitors alike, all while enhancing the social enrichment in the Lake Oconee area.

For more information on Rhythm & Brews, https://www.reynoldslakeoconee.com/rhythm-and-brews.

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