Galloway, N.J. – Be prepared for musical fireworks when John Jorgenson, Lee Roy Parnell, and Joe Robinson all come together for one amazing night of music at the Stockton University Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Friday, Sept. 15.

Show time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $33 and may be ordered online at stockton.edu/pac or by calling the Box Office at 609-652-9000. The Box Office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 90 minutes before performances. For Group Sales, call 609-652-4786.

“Guitar Army” is composed of three world-class musicians: John Jorgenson, Lee Roy Parnell, and Joe Robinson. The three distinct guitarists, singers and songwriters, along with their band, join forces to perform each Guitar Army show in enthralling five-piece super group fashion. This is truly a full-on, captivating display of guitar prowess — at times potent and powerful, and at other times, tasteful and graceful — but it runs much deeper than that. It’s a magical combination of virtuosos rarely seen on one stage — a triple-threat of triple-threats, featuring compelling songs, soulful singing, and of course, blistering guitar playing!

This program is made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts and by funds from the National Endowment for the Arts.

For patrons with special needs, the Stockton University Performing Arts Center offers wheelchair accessible seating, large type programs, and listening assistive devices.  Patrons are asked to please identify any needs they may have when making a reservation.

 

About the Artists:

Known for his sizzling guitar licks and mastery of a broad musical palette, GRAMMY® Award winner John Jorgenson has earned a reputation as a world-class musician and guitarist who has collaborated with the likes of Elton John, Sting, Luciano Pavarotti, Bonnie Raitt, Billy Joel, and Bob Dylan. In addition to his guitar work, he is also regularly featured on the saxophone, clarinet, bouzouki, pedal steel, mandolin and vocals. He tours worldwide with his John Jorgenson Quintet, J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band), and John Jorgenson Electric Band. First coming to national attention as co-founder of The Desert Rose Band, Jorgenson later gave audiences a chance to experience his fretboard fireworks in unrestrained fashion with the Hellecasters. The trio’s three original albums remain favorites of guitarists everywhere. Having been a fan of the Desert Rose Band, Elton John invited Jorgenson to join his band in the mid-90s for an 18-month run that stretched into nearly a seven-year stint of touring, recording and TV appearances with the British superstar. Jorgenson’s latest release — an ambitious limited edition 3-CD box set titled Divertuoso — features three new albums from his Quintet, J2B2, and a solo album of electric guitar work that has received widespread critical acclaim.   

Lee Roy Parnell is a walking, talking embodiment of southern soul. After honing his skills over more than a decade of playing clubs in Austin, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth and New York, Parnell laid a new foundation in Nashville. After earning a publishing contract and a regular spot at the famed Bluebird Café, Parnell launched his solo career, which boasted many country hits, including seven Top 10’s, such as “Tender Moment” and “What Kind Of Fool Do You Think I Am.” He has earned two GRAMMY® Award nominations for his instrumental tracks, “Cat Walk” and “Mama Screw Your Wig on Tight.” Gibson has honored Parnell with the creation and production of the Lee Roy Parnell Signature ’57 Les Paul Goldtop guitar, modeled after the only guitar Parnell has owned from the time he was 15 years old until he was well into his 30s. In 2011, Parnell was presented with his most cherished honor: being inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters’ Hall of Fame, joining the likes of Kris Kristofferson, Rodney Crowell, JD Souther, Willie Nelson, Guy Clark, and many other talented composers. Having returned to his Delta Rhythm & Blues roots, he is currently hard at work on a new highly anticipated album.

Rounding out Guitar Army is Australian prodigy, Joe Robinson. Robinson started playing shows with acoustic virtuoso Tommy Emmanuel at the age of 11, won the Australian National Songwriting Competition at 13 years old, and won Australia’s Got Talent just after turning 17 years old. The Washington Post has noted Robinson’s gifted playing, saying “it’s not hard to imagine him rivaling the popularity of, say, John Mayer in coming years.” Premier Guitar observed “once in a while a young guitarist captures the attention of music lovers early in his career and manages to sustain this interest as he matures creatively and sheds the ‘prodigy’ label. Joe Robinson is one of those rare talents.” After almost a decade of global acclaim, including being voted “Best New Talent” in the Guitar Player Magazine Readers’ Poll, Robinson has refined his performance. Having typically performed in an acoustic or trio setting, he has developed a unique solo electric guitar-centric set that highlights his truly rare ability. The new soundscape allows Robinson to highlight not only his technical prowess, but also his increased focus on singing and songwriting. His many talents are all on full display with his latest EP release, Gemini Vol. 2.

 

About the Stockton University Performing Arts Center:

The Stockton University Performing Arts Center, the Jersey Shore’s Center for the Arts, is located on the campus of Stockton University, on Jimmie Leeds Road in Pomona (Galloway Township).  Just 12 miles west of Atlantic City, the Center is easily accessible from the Garden State Parkway and the Atlantic City Expressway.

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Contact:  Suzé DiPietro
                 Manager of the Performing Arts Center
                 Galloway, N.J. 08205
                 Suze.DiPietro@stockton.edu
                 (609) 652-4927
                 stockton.edu/PAC