Red Wanting Blue w/ Willie Morrison
Saturday, Aug. 09 | 8:00pm ET (7:00pm CT)
Hailed as “Midwestern rock heroes” by American Songwriter, Red Wanting Blue has spent the better part of last three decades on the road, blazing their own unique trail through the American heartland as they built up a legion of lifelong fans through a relentless work ethic and raucous, life-affirming live show.
About the Artists:
Hailed as “Midwestern rock heroes” by American Songwriter, Red Wanting Blue has spent the better part of last three decades on the road, blazing their own unique trail through the American heartland as they built up a legion of lifelong fans through a relentless work ethic and raucous, life-affirming live show. Along the way, the band notched appearances everywhere from Letterman to NPR, garnered praise from the likes of Rolling Stone and Esquire, and climbed to #3 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, all while operating largely outside of the confines of the traditional music industry.
Recorded in the band’s native Ohio and produced for the first time by the quintet itself, Red Wanting Blue’s latest album, Light It Up, marks the start of a distinctly new chapter for the indie rock stalwarts, one built on complete and total creative liberation. Equally gritty and uplifting, the collection is a larger-than-life ode to hope and perseverance, a celebration of the fire we carry within and the commitment that keeps us going even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. The songs are all interconnected here, woven together through intros and outros and interludes that propel them through the dark of night, and the performances are as muscular as they are meticulous, fueled by addictive hooks and exhilarating instrumental work that shines on an even footing with frontman Scott Terry’s rich and magnetic vocals. More than any other record in the Red Wanting Blue catalog, Light It Up captures the spirit and the camaraderie of a band that’s built its entire career on the road, discovering (and rediscovering) itself one exultant, joyous, communal night at a time.
Red Wanting Blue is:
Scott Terry (Vocals, Tenor Guitar, Ukulele)
Mark McCullough (Bass, Chapman Stick, Vocals)
Greg Rahm (Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals)
Eric Hall (Guitar, Lap Steel, Vocals)
Dean Anshutz (Drums & Percussion)
Willie Morrison
Willie Morrison is a singer/songwriter based in Nashville. TN. His songs have been recorded and released by artists such as Brothers Osborne, Chase Matthew, Clay Walker, Tigirlily Gold, Bryce Vine, Abby Anderson, Julia Cole, Maddie Poppe, Shemekia Copeland, Brooke Eden, Lil Man J, and Kalie Shorr. Willie began his career in music as the lead singer for The Morrison Brothers Band, which he started with his brother Truman. Shortly after the band split, Willie pursued a solo career under his own name. Before moving to Nashville, Willie lived in his hometown of Washington D.C., where he and his brother wrote the theme song for The Washington Capitals hockey team. Willie is currently signed to Edgehill Music Publishing where he continues to write songs for different pop and country artists. Throughout his career, Willie’s songs have amassed over 100 million streams.
Willie has been coming to Sawyer, MI with his family every summer for his entire life, and considers it one of his “favorite places on earth.”
RESERVED SEATING DONATION option includes a $30 tax-deductible donation to The Acorn and guarantees you a seat with optimal sightlines. $30 Donation per ticket holder in your group.
Exclusive Offer! Red Wanting Blue is offering a limited number of VIP Soundcheck upgrades for this show. Please note VIP Upgrades do not include entrance to the show and show tickets must still be purchased separately. The Light It Up Summer 2025 VIP “Soundcheck Sit In” Upgrade Package includes access to sit in on the band’s soundcheck, a signed concert poster, and early access to Red Wanting Blue merch. This exclusive VIP Upgrade Package can be viewed and purchased here.
