John Anderson to Perform in Hope at Hempstead Hall April 11 [VIDEO]

Country music legend John Anderson is coming to Hope, Ark., at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 11 at Hempstead Hall.In 1980, John Anderson landed on the country music charts with his first top five single, "I'm Just an Old Chunk of Coal (But I'm Gonna Be a Diamond Someday)." But Anderson's signature song came in 1983 with "Swingin" -- the song not only produced a number one hit but it put Anderson on the charts as a solidified artist. That single garnered him a CMA Award, and Anderson also won the CMA Horizon Award.

Anderson next began working on the album "Seminole Wind" in the early 90s. From this album, he then released the single “Straight Tequila Night,” and it shot to No. 1, setting the stage for five more years of hits, including Mark Knopfler’s “When It Comes to You,” “Seminole Wind” and the No. 1 song, “Money in the Bank.”

This record spawned numerous nominations, including – Male Vocalist, Song of the Year and Album of the Year.

Don't miss the 30th Anniversary Swingin' Tour featuring country hit-maker John Anderson. Pre-sale tickets are now available through February 18 for only $40 and $30 per ticket for artist circle, plus you can save $5 on their $20 mid section seating.

Experience Anderson' historic tour front and center in Hempstead Hall Gold Circle Seating for just $50. For more information and tickets call 870-722-8565 or visit HempsteadHall.com.

Hempstead Hall is located on the University of Arkansas Community College at Hope campus on Arkansas Highway 29, at the southern city limits of Hope, Arkansas. Hope is 30 miles east of Texarkana and 110 miles southwest of Little Rock.

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