Presented by BlueCross-BlueShield of Tennessee, Chattanooga’s Riverfront Nights continues to heat up Ross’s Landing with this week’s show, Departure: The Journey Tribute Band. The Jess Goggans Band will open the night.
Review for The Jess Goggans Band:
Goggans was raised in the northeast corner of Alabama and is known for putting her entire soul into her music. Recognized for her sultry Southern Grit, soulful melodies and high-energy stage presence, audiences will literally feel her voice moving through them throughout her performance. Funk, rock and blues are all themes she uses and she’s backed up by some of the finest musicians in the South.
Departure: The Journey Tribute Band takes the stage as this week’s headliner.
Review for Departure:
In their 15th year together, Departure is the most respected Journey tribute band in the nation. Departure replicates the look, sound and feel of the original 80’s rock super group; Journey. These veteran musicians love what they do and have developed an amazing on-stage chemistry. They pride themselves on giving their audience an incredible high-energy, qualitative stage show from start to finish. Dressed in the iconic tuxedo jacket, Departure lead vocalist, Brian Williams, has an amazing singing voice, flawlessly matching Steve Perry’s vocal range and on-stage movements.
Departure plays all the hit songs that everyone knows and loves. Their performance is professional and highly engaging for their audience. Everything heard during their performance is live with no pre-recorded tracks used.
Performing over 100 shows nationally per year, Departure brings the very best of Journey to audiences of all ages.
With the heat continuing through the weekend, the Friends of the Festival will keep guests comfortable by providing food and beverages. And Tennessee American Water Company’s mister will be cooling off kids of all ages as they run through the water. Vendors for the week include: Abuelita’s Seasons, America Runs on Pizza, Bophca, C&K’s Snowy Delights, Dad’s BBQ Philly Cheese and More, Freaky Funnels, Mo Lemonade, The Polar Peddler, and Majikal Moments Face Painting. Vendors open at 6 p.m. with the show beginning at 7 p.m.
This year’s season is made possible by: Athens Insurance, City of Chattanooga, Coca-Cola, Crown Automotive Group, Cutwater, EPB, Food City, Hamico, Hard Truth Distilling Company, The McMahan Law Firm, Nature Films Network, Premier Property Group, Smart Bank, Tennessee Highway Safety Office, TVA, TriStar Beverage, Truist Bank, and Unum.
Festival organizers remind guests that the evening is a ‘rain or shine’ event. In case of inclement weather, messages to make guests aware will be posted to the Riverfront Nights social media channels. Organizers also caution guests not to drink and drive after attending Saturday’s show.
“From weather alerts to taking precautionary steps at each bar to make sure no one is overserved, we are proud of our track record in providing a safe and fun time for Chattanoogans to enjoy on the river,” said Friends Executive Director Mickey McCamish.