Curtis Grimes, Texas “Entertainer and Vocalist of the Year” with 13 #1 hit singles, is one of our favorite Texas artists and we were excited to hear about his participation in a collaborative Christmas EP, as well as an acoustic Christmas tour! Additionally, we’re thrilled to premiere “Pretty Paper” off of the EP today! Grimes also gave us the scoop on the tour and working with Doug Stone.
“A Honky Tonk Christmas” will be both the moniker for both the EP and tour, and he’ll be joined by William Michael Morgan (#1 hit mainstream single “I Met A Girl”), Brian Callihan (Reviver Records Recording Artist), and David Adam Byrnes (2021 Texas Country Music Awards “Male Vocalist of the Year Nominee” with 5 consecutive #1 hit singles in Texas). Holly Tucker (semi-finalist from NBC’s The Voice) will join the guys on select Texas dates.
“Pretty Paper”
What can fans expect on the “Honky Tonk Christmas” tour?
CG: This is the first time we have done a “Christmas” tour like this and I can’t guarantee we will be doing many jingles but I can guarantee we will be singing actual Country music. I think it will be very informal and each show will be unique in a way that should result in good times and fun for all.
How does it feel to be on the road with such a talented group of people?
CG: These guys are great and it’s always nice to be surrounded by others who understand and appreciate the essence of genuine country music.
What was it like partnering with Doug Stone on “Pretty Paper”?
CG: I have been a huge fan of Doug for a long time so it was pretty surreal to record a song with someone I consider to be a country music legend. I had just as much fun getting the opportunity to chat and hang with him at the studio the day we cut vocals.
What’s your favorite Christmas tradition?
CG: My favorite Christmas tradition is gathering with my extended family on Christmas Eve for fireworks, food and sharing gifts.
“Honky Tonk Christmas”
EP Track Listing:
- “Honky Tonk Christmas” by David Adam Byrnes
- “Pretty Paper” by Curtis Grimes Featuring Doug Stone
- “Home At Christmas” by William Michael Morgan
- “There’s A New Kid In Town” by Brian Callihan Featuring Jenee Fleenor
- “With Bells On” by Holly Tucker Featuring Darryl Worley
A Honky Tonk Christmas Acoustic Tour Schedule:
- 11/18-Little Rock, AR (South On Main)
- 11/19-Nashville, TN (Nashville Palace)
- 11/20-Atlanta, GA (Madlife Stage and Studios)
- 11/26-Dallas, TX (Mamma Tried Deep Ellum)
- 11/27-Cameron, TX (Country City Saloon)
- 12/1-Tucson, AZ (Whiskey Roads Saloon)
- 12/2-Grand Junction, CO ( Warehouse 25 Sixty Five)
- 12/3-Ft. Collins, CO (Sundance Steakhouse & Saloon)
- 12/4-Kearney, NE (Joe’s Honky Tonk)
- 12/5-Venice, NE (Buck’s Bar and Grill)
- 12/8-Springfield, MO (Southbound Bar & Grill)
- 12/9-Wichita, KS (Midnight Rodeo)
- 12/10-Fayetteville, AR (George’s Majestic Lounge)
- 12/11-Stillwater, OK (Tumbleweed Dancehall)
- 12/15-Borger, TX (At The Ranch)
- 12/16-Roswell, NM (The Liberty)
- 12/17-Justin, TX (The Mule Barn)
- 12/18-Conroe, TX (Dosey Doe’s)
- 12/19-Lindale, TX (Brisket Love BBQ & Icehouse)
Additional Tour Information
The tour will benefit the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation through their local chapters. Attendees at each concert will be able to buy $1 raffle tickets and be entered to win a “grand prize” which includes gifts from the tour’s sponsors and a post-show concert and meet-n-greet with all of the artists on the tour bus. All proceeds raised through the raffle will go directly to each local chapter of the organization. Additionally, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at all shows. Tickets can be purchased on any of the artists’ websites: www.curtisgrimes.com | www.davidadambyrnes.com www.briancallihan.com | www.williammichaelmorgan.com
