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Rock legends The Ozark Mountain Daredevils bid farewell to the road at UA-PTC CHARTS Theater Jan. 25

Legends of country rock The Ozark Mountain Daredevils will bring their farewell tour "When It Shines" to UA – Pulaski Tech’s CHARTS Theater on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 7:30 p.m.

For more than 50 years, they've captivated audiences with hits like "Jackie Blue" and "If You Wanna Get To Heaven." This is your last chance to experience their electrifying blend of country, rock, and bluegrass live. Sing along to classics, discover new favorites, and celebrate a musical legacy. Don't miss this historic tour!

Tickets are $70 and $85, on sale now online at uaptc.edu/charts. Inquire at (501) 812-2387 for group and multi-show discounts.

Ozark Mountain Daredevils: A Brief History

The Ozark Mountain Daredevils have been aptly described as “a ragtag collection of hippies, bohemians, and musicians of no fixed ambition.”  They have always been indefinable in terms of music genres, producing sounds of country-rock and electric bluegrass all on the same record; writing lyrics both whimsical and poetic, singing harmonies that will send shivers up your spine.

The Daredevils’ formal beginning as a band was in Springfield, Missouri in 1971, and included musicians Larry Lee, Steve Cash, Michael Supe Granda, John Dillon, Buddy Brayfield, and Randle Chowning.  In the beginning they called themselves the Family Tree, then Burlap Socks, and then the Emergency Band.  But finally, in a nod to their musical hero Commander Cody, they settled on the catchy moniker of Cosmic Corncob & His Amazing Ozark Mountain Daredevils—The Ozark Mountain Daredevils, for short.

The Daredevils have released a number of major label and independent record label recordings, traveled millions of miles performing throughout North America and Europe, and they continue to grow and maintain a loyal and dedicated fan base throughout the world.

Their songs are regularly played on Classic Radio stations and, of course, songs like If You Wanna Get To Heaven, Jackie Blue, Chicken Train, Standing On The Rock, and countless others are still fan favorites. Their current lineup of talented musicians allows the band to perform songs from every corner of their vast catalog, and they continue to delight their diehard fans, “Dareheads,” with their live performances.

With two of the original co-founders still on board, their signature sound and style remain intact and vibrant.  The newest Ozark Mountain Daredevils’ albums, Off The Beaten Path (2017), and Heaven 20/20 (2019) are their first studio recordings since 1997. Co-produced with band member, Nick Sibley, it contains all new songs offering solid proof to their nonstop evolution as songwriters and musicians.

For more information about the band go to theozarkmountaindaredevils.com

Band Members:

• John Dillon (Co-Founder)
• Michael Supe Granda (Co-Founder)
• Dave Painter
• Kelly Brown
• Ron Gremp
• Molly Healey
• Ruell Chappell
• Nick Sibley
• Bill Jones
• Jeremy Montgomery

CHARTS LIVE 2024-25 is a performing arts series that includes a diverse package of concerts and performances beginning in October and continuing through spring 2025. With the most diverse lineup yet, the new CHARTS season features family-friendly fare, modern bluegrass, classic rock, jazz and classical styles.

About CHARTS

The Center for Humanities and Arts (CHARTS) is located at UA – Pulaski Technical College’s Main Campus at 3000 West Scenic Drive in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The facility has plenty of convenient, free parking. Opened in 2016, the 90,000 square-foot facility houses a 456-seat proscenium theater that provides a comfortable listening environment that is perfect for concerts, theater performances, recitals and other events. In addition, CHARTS houses the Windgate Gallery for art exhibits. The CHARTS lobby and the adjacent Performance Studio are popular rental spaces for receptions and events.