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Hunter Hale, Drummer for Jesse Jenkins
Photo by Michael Wells<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

On November 3rd, Eagle Distributing of Texarkana celebrated it\u2019s 90th anniversary in the city of Texarkana by partnering with Busch Light to present rising country star Priscilla Block along with Jesse Jenkins and Lil\u2019 Skinny. The first event of it\u2019s kind in the area\u2019s growing entertainment district, Eagle Distributing hosts the inaugural performance in the newly constructed concert venue known as \u2018The Loading Dock\u2019 located behind the Crossties building on Broad Street in downtown Texarkana. President of Eagle Distributing, Tim O\u2019Neal oversaw the event\u2019s festivities, bringing the famous Budweiser Clydesdales back to town in preparation for the concert. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Priscilla Block is an up and coming country music star known for hits \u201cThick Thighs\u201d, \u201cPMS\u201d, and her biggest song to date \u201cJust About Over You\u201d. During the pandemic in 2020, Priscilla took to creating TikTok music videos and skits featuring her songs which gained popularity and made her one of the first female TikTok country stars eventually gaining just over 1.9million followers on the short form video app. Her song \u201cJust About Over You\u201d rose quickly in the charts, becoming the number one song in the \u201cAll Genres\u201d iTunes category, placing herself amongst other music stars like Harry Styles and and Billie Eilish and earning her a sponsorship with Busch Light. Priscilla was also nominated for her first CMT Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year in 2022 for \u201cJust About Over You\u201d. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The concert venue featured various beer stands managed by staff members of Crossties, another local business in the entertainment district, merchandise stands for performing artists, several food trucks and an opportunity for photos with the Clydesdales. The event took place on a fenced off portion of E. Front Street Festival Plaza. Tickets were $40 for general admission and $60 for VIP packages that included exclusive seating closer to the stage. Mayor Allen Brown of Texarkana Arkansas was first in line to meet Priscilla Block during a VIP meet-and-greet. \u201cIt really is wonderful having [Priscilla]. I couldn\u2019t think of anyone better to show off our exciting new entertainment district.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lil Skinny (Right) and guitarist Curt Cassidy (Left) Photo by Michael Wells<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The star power of Priscilla Block wasn\u2019t the only thing on display at the new venue, local artists Jesse Jenkins and \u2018Nashville to Nashville\u2019 American-Idol golden ticket winner Lil\u2019 Skinny performed alongside the female country star, highlighting local talent for a night of music on the town. Lil Skinny, (Ethan Kuntz) was raised in Nashville Arkansas. At 15 years old, Skinny competed on American Idol in its 15th season, returning at age 21 to compete a second time. Skinny won a coveted Golden Ticket which guaranteed a visit to Hollywood to further progress in the competition. \u201cEven though I might not be from here, I cut my teeth in the bars here in Texarkana.\u201d Songs of note include hits like his newest \u201cLet\u2019s Have A Ball\u201d, \u201cRunning Wild\u201d, and \u201cGunnin\u2019 \u201d. \u201cThis place has always felt like home to me, its always treated me right.\u201d, said Skinny. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jesse Jenkins Photo by Michael Wells<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Jesse Jenkins, the opening act of the event, is the only Texarkana native to take the stage, previously releasing his debut album \u201cTexarkana\u201d to local acclaim. Jesse may be new to the music industry but music isn\u2019t new to him. Jesse has spent years performing bar-hopping and small format gigs in the city of Texarkana and surrounding areas, releasing singles like \u201cMake Me Stay\u201d, \u201cGo to Hell\u201d, and his newest song \u201cLie to Me\u201d which was released alongside the biggest performance of his career to date. \u201cAs an up and coming artist this event was such a blessing because it allowed me to share my message.\u201d said Jesse. Speaking on the importance of concerts that present local talents, Jesse said \u201cI think There are a lot of voices that need to be heard. There are so many musicians and artists that don’t have a stage, but need to share their talent. Events like this allow that to happen.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An estimated 1,200 concert-goers attended the event, packing into The Railyard\u2019s standing room venue. Highlights include the awarding of a $10,000 Folds of Honor scholarship to recipient Jordan Rogers of DeQueen Arkansas. FOH is dedicated to providing military and first responder servicemen and women and their families an opportunity to pursue higher education with financial assistance. Other featured highlights include Jesse Jenkin\u2019s repertoire of original music, Lil\u2019 Skinny\u2019s \u201cLong, long legs\u201d, and Priscilla Block shotgunning Busch Light\u2019s like they were water. The event highlighted small town\u2019s, local artists, and a night of country music enjoyed by many.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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