Triple Whammy

July 31st will be another unbelievable line up for a concert here in Orange Beach. We have had a whirlwind of a summer with one awesome concert after another. The Bob Dylan Show will feature Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, and John Cougar Mellencamp who together have 135 years in the business. Any of these performers could easily headline the show, but have joined together for only the second time in 24 years to knock us all out with a triple whammy. I for one cannot wait.

Willie Nelson will open the show with his sister on the piano and his son on the guitar. I will tell you that he never lets us down. His show will feature songs such as: Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain, If You’ve Got the Money, I’ve Got the Time, Whiskey River, and Beer for My Horses. I can just see him now with his trademark braids and easy going southern drawl playing his guitar that has holes worn clear through it. He always delivers a great performance.

Following Willie will be another headliner John Cougar Mellencamp, at 57 he is the baby of this bunch. He definitely has had his share of hits across the years with: Pink Houses, Authority Song, and Small Town just to name a few. His heartland rock will fill the amphitheater on this night to thrill us all.

Bob Dylan will close out the show. He has received numerous awards over the years, and has been a major influence on popular music for five decades. His hits include: Like a Rolling Stone, Hurricane, Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door, Lay Lady Lay, and Mr. Tambourine Man. Opportunities come few and far between to see a legend like this one and I am counting the days till he hits the stage.

We are readying the troops for the triple whammy of the summer. Not one, not two, but three major stars. I hope you have your tickets and will join us. If you do not – I have heard there are a few left, but they are going fast. This one is sure to be a sell out, and will certainly be a night to remember. See you there!

4th of July Fun

Ready or not the 4th is here. Myself I am so ready. I have been looking forward to this weekend for quite some time now. There are so many things going on here on the coast I just hope that I will be able to squeeze in all that I want to do. I may have to let my 4th celebration span a few days. I am sure that you have similar predicaments at hand. If on the other hand you do not know what to do for the fourth, I have listed a few ideas here.

1. Where – There is no better place to spend the fourth than on our beautiful beaches. I will have to say that we have something for everyone here.
2. Grilling – No matter what is going on that day you know you will have to eat. I suggest ribs, chicken, potato salad, corn on the cob, and of course watermelon and don’t forget the homemade vanilla ice cream to top off the dessert of your choice.
3. Swimming – There are many choices for this option. You have the beach, the pool, the bays and the lazy rivers. Maybe this option should be swimoating for those of us who prefer to float.
4. Shopping – Oh yes! There will be a sidewalk sale at Tanger, and I am sure that I will not miss this.
5. Fishing – It is the Red Snapper World Championship Saltwater Series. Check it out at www.redsnapperworldchampionship,com I must say I have been a few times this year, and the fishing is awesome this summer.
6. Golfing – You can definitely get your swing on here. There are over 10 fabulous courses to choose from in our area.
7. Spas – Pamper yourself at one of the many spas in our area.
8. Concert – I know that you must know by now that Montgomery Gentry will be performing in Orange Beach on the Fourth of July. Tickets are still available for as low as $16.50 and a fireworks show is included.
9. Fireworks – There will be 3 fireworks shows to choose from in our area. July 3rd there will be fireworks in Orange Beach visible from Phoenix 6, 7, 8, East and East II balconies. July 4th there will be fireworks with the Montgomery Gentry concert and in Gulf Shores that will be visible from Phoenix All Suites and Island Winds balconies.
10. Movies – We have not one but two great movie theaters in our area. The Cobb Theater in Gulf Shores and the Rave Theater in Orange Beach. There is also a Coastal Video in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach to rent movies and games.

Well, that will be enough I am sure to get you started. I hope that whatever you do on the fourth that you will take the opportunity to realize how fortunate we are to be a part of such a wonderful country. We are truly blessed with all of our freedoms. Take care and have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

Hey Y'all Hey Y'all!!

Ms. Beachin' checks in.
Guess What! Montgomery Gentry has rocked Orange Beach for the last three years and has decided to come back for a fourth time this July 4th - just for me. It’s almost more than I can stand. Since I am such a nice person, I have made the decision to open up the concert to the general public. Well, you know what they say the more the merrier. The concert will include performances by Little Big Town, A Tremendous Fireworks Show, and Montgomery Gentry.

Little Big Town will be opening the concert in Orange Beach. Their harmonies will draw you in immediately. Then you're hooked and it's then that you realize that it's not just the harmonies. Everything about Little Big Town is unique to the country music world. Comprised of Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Roads, Jimi Westbrook and Phillip Sweet, Little Big Town's configuration of two men and two women is unique. Their hits include: – A Little More You, Boondocks, and Fine Line.

I have had the opportunity to see Montgomery Gentry perform in concert three times now and they are by far the best entertainers you could ever see. Eddie Montgomery with his trademark black hat and coat is known for running up and down and across the stage with his microphone and stand in hand getting the whole crowd fired up. I will tell you the man does not stand still. Troy Gentry is known for being a little more reserved, but what he lacks in physical actions he makes up for in rockin the whole place with his guitar. I am telling you they are so hot that you can hear them sizzle on the stage. I cannot wait!! Go and check out their website here.

Take my word for it this is a concert that you do not want to miss. Their genre may say country, but they will rock your socks off guaranteed. Just a few of my very favorite songs are: - Gone, My Town, Something to Be Proud of, The Big Revival and One in Every Crowd. Go get your tickets today and be a part of the biggest 4th of July party on the coast. Tickets are still available and are as low as $16.50. We will be looking for you, because as they say “there’s one in every crowd that brings a party in the south”, and we need for you to complete this party. So, we will be waiting for ya!

Sugarland

This is going to be an awesome weekend to visit the beach. The weather is marvelous. The temps are in the 80’s, the skies are sunny, and the water is cool and clear. If that’s not enough to get you to the beach, we also have Sugarland coming to our sugar white beaches right here in Orange Beach. They are nominated for Duo of the Year, Video of the Year, and Performance of the Year. It is sure to be a fantastic show and there are still plenty of great seats left. Their concert is on Friday, May 15th. We have our tickets and our tailgate assignments, and plan to get there early for a guaranteed great time. I for one cannot wait!


Since the concert is on Friday that leaves Saturday and Sunday for some fun in the sun. Your options for what to do are only limited by your imagination. Take your pick from a few of my favorite activities:

• Relaxing under an umbrella reading a great book
• Walking on the beach
• Flying a kite on the beach
• Floating down the lazy river
• Taking in a few games of tennis or racket ball
• Going for a workout in the fitness center – Phoenix West’s is incredible
• Cooling off in the pool
• Soaking in the hot tub
• Renting a great movie
• Searching for sand crabs
• Fishing
• Kayaking
• Sailing
• Cycling
• Add your own ideas to the list


I hope you have an incredible weekend here with Brett/Robinson. So grab your sugar and come on down to hear Sugarland in concert! We will be there waiting for you.

Spring On the Coast

It's all beginning to happen here on Pleasure Island. There's Widespread Panic this weekend, and upcoming in April is the Mullet Toss, a Brent Burns concert, the 2009 Alabama High School Track Championship.
In May there's the 311/Hinder/Theory of a Deadman concert, the Pink Rubber Boots Ladies Fishing Rodeo, the Sugarland concert and the EVP Pro Beach Volleyball tournament. All of these and much more, and all before memorial Day Weekend.
It's a great time of year, and it's definitely time to make your beach plans if you haven't already.

See You on the Beach!

Fall Concerts AT The Wharf

The line up for Fall concerts at The Amphitheater at the Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama.

Live & Collective Soul - Sept.29th
Trace Adkins - Oct. 12th
Evanescence - Oct. 22nd
Fall Out Boy - November 22nd
Willie Nelson November 3rd