Grand Rapids welcomes country veterans

Riders in the Sky will be performing in Grand Rapids this September.

Three young men dedicated to preserving Western music's heritage have created a legacy that has lasted over 45 years. In 1977, Ranger Doug, Too Slim, and Windy Bill Collins started by performing at a Nashville venue. Windy Bill left, replaced by Woody Paul, marking the professional beginnings of the band. They gained recognition through appearances on Austin City Limits and a stint on The Nashville Network. Hollywood beckoned, and the trio starred in "Riders In The Sky" on CBS, gaining a new generation of fans.

Their association with Disney, including voicing "Woody's Roundup" in "Toy Story 2," propelled them to even greater heights, leading to two Grammy Awards. The quartet embraced satellite radio with the "Classic Cowboy Corral" show on Sirius/XM. Their journey involved over 7,200 appearances, 35 years on the Grand Ole Opry, 40 albums, and global tours. They amassed honors from the Western Music Association and the Cowboy Hall of Fame.
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The cost to attend this event will be between $11 and $34. For more information and to purchase tickets, individuals can visit the Reif Performing Arts Center listing. Poster printing with eye-catchign Western-themed graphics can be a great way to inform individuals about events such as this one.

The event will be taking place on Saturday, September 30, beginning at 7:00 pm. The location will be the Reif Performing Arts Center at 720 NW Conifer Drive Grand Rapids, Minnesota.