South Carolina native and southern rock musician Marcus King is bringing some of his favorite artists to the Upstate as the Marcus King Band Family Reunion is headed to Simpsonville at the CCNB Amphi theater on Saturday, Aug. 24, and Sunday, Aug. 25.
"When I was growing up in South Carolina, once a year we'd pack the family car up and head up to my great grandparents' home for some front porch pickin', covered dishes, lots of love and plenty leftovers," King said. "This is where I learned about the joy music could bring and how it's a powerful force that brings us together."
This weekend, ticket holders will experience the sounds of rock, folk, and Americana from Southern guests such as The Avett Brothers, Darby Wilcox, and more Carolina-based and regional artists who will perform at 861 SE Main St.
Doors open at 3 p.m., and the show begins at 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. It will feature music, food, and more and last until 11:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Here are all of the details of this weekend's upcoming concert tour:
Who is Marcus King?
Greenville native Marcus King has accomplished much in his 28 years of living and just over 10 years of musical prominence. He was recently inducted into the South Carolina Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.
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Since his days of performing at The Fine Arts Center of Greenville and a video that went viral at Norman's Rare Guitars, reaching 1.8 million views, Marcus King has released six studio albums and earned a Grammy nomination for Best Americana Album in 2021.
King, who is now a Tennessee resident, is enjoying a budding career. As of 2023, he recently married Briley Hussey and is now bringing his Family Reunion Tour back to his hometown roots in the Palmetto State.
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What is the Marcus King Band Family Reunion?
The Marcus King Band Family Reunion Tour is a concert hosted by Live Nation and Ticketmaster that will bring 12 acts to Simpsonville on Aug. 24 and 25. King is bringing this tour to the Upstate for the first time in 2024 and has personally handpicked the guests for this experience.
The two-day lineup begins on Saturday, Aug. 24, as Marcus King Band, Band of Horses, Nikki Lane, Ethan Regan, Darby Wilcox, and Britti will take the stage at 4 p.m. On Sunday, Aug. 25, The Avett Brothers, Marcus King & friends Sierra Ferrell, Richy Mitch, Kashus Culpepper, and Barrett are set to perform.
Home Team BBQ and Southern Smoke BBQ will be the food source at the concert.
Tickets are available in four different pricing options: general admission, two-day general admission, VIP, and Super VIP. All ranging between $69.50 and $349.50
Part of the concert's proceeds will go toward Marcus King's Curfew Foundation, which supports musicians battling mental health complications and addictions.
What is lineup for Marcus King Band Family Reunion Tour
Saturday, August 24
Britti — 4 p.m.
Darby Wilcox — 4:35 p.m.
Ethan Regan — 5:30 p.m.
Nikki Lane — 6:30 p.m.
Band of Horses — 8 p.m.
Marcus King Band — 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 25
Barrett — 4 p.m.
Kashus Culpepper — 4:35 p.m.
Richy Mitch, The Coal Miners — 5:30 p.m.
Sierra Ferrell — 6:30 p.m.
Marcus King & Friends — 8 p.m.
The Avett Brothers — 9:30 p.m.
For more information, visit https://www.marcuskingfamilyreunion.com
– A.J. Jackson covers the food & dining scene, along with arts, entertainment and downtown culture for The Greenville News. Contact him by email at ajackson@gannett.com, and follow him on X (formally Twitter) @ajhappened. This coverage is only possible with support from our readers. Sign up today for a digital subscription .
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