The word is out. Hot new country star Frankie Ballard is heading up the 2015 Taste of Country Christmas Tour Saturday, Nov. 14, at Shooters in Texarkana.  Frankie Ballard broke into the country music scene with his #1, Gold-certified smash "Helluva Life." The single is featured on his current album Sunshine and Whiskey, which debuted in the Top 5 on the Billboard Country Albums Charts.

Pretty impressive for the singer/songwriter/guitarist from Battle Creek, Michigan, who is carving a niche in country music and, as of late, has been dominating the country music charts with his newest number hit "Young And Crazy," the follow up to his chart topping #1 hit "Sunshine and Whiskey."

Enter to win a pair of tickets to see Frankie Ballard live at Shooters at the 2015 Taste of Country Christmas Tour in Texarkana, November 14, 2015. Must be 21 to enter and win.

On the album Sunshine and Whiskey Frankie says, the album, "represents the beginning of what people will call my sound." It's a mixture of influences, from country classics to blues legends, from Southern rock to contemporary sounds, all held together by the force of his artistic personality. Frankie grew up loving Elvis Presley, Johnny Horton, and many other stars from the golden era.

Not only is Frankie a gifted singer, but he is a darn good guitarist as well. Having learned from many guitar greats including legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy, Ballard loves taking his music out on the road to his fans. He has quickly become a guy known for putting on a high energy show, full of great music, that connects with everyone who comes to see him.

"I'm always trying to push myself to the next level with my stage performance. The fans deserve something great."

If you want to buy tickets, they are available for just $12 online for a limited time. Get yours early before they go up.

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