FREE Concerts at GIE+EXPO 2007
38 Special
Thursday, October 23
8:00PM
With Special Guests,
The Briggs Bluesbusters, 6:30PM
Presented By: Briggs & Stratton
Formed in 1975 by a group of neighborhood friends, 38 Special, which has earned the reputation of being one of the hardest working bands in the USA, is still playing more than 100 shows per year. And at every one of them, thousands of audience members are completely blindsided by 
the power and muscle of the band’s performance. Among 38 Special’s best-known songs are No. 1 Billboard hits “Caught Up In You,” “If I’d Been the One” and "Second Chance." Other hit singles include “Hold on Loosely” and “Back Where You Belong.”
Opening the show at 7PM will be Briggs & Stratton’s house band, The Briggs Bluesbusters, playing covers by soul and blues-based rock artists as well as the company anthem “Briggs & Stratton Man.”
Lonestar
Friday, October 24
8:30PM
With Special Guest,
Candy Coburn, 7:00PM
Presented By: Ariens
Their unique ability to connect with American audiences has been the signature of Lonestar. “I’m Already There” has become a theme song for men and women in the military and their families. And, anyone who has ever been led by his or her heart can be mesmerized by “Amazed,” which marked the group’s transition from a “country” band to a group of musicians who appeal to music lovers of all genres. Lonestar still considers themselves a country band first and foremost, but they have become so much more. Their awards are countless: one triple platinum album (“Lonely Grill”), one platinum (“I’m Already There”), and two golds (“Crazy Nights” and “Lonestar”); eight No. 1 singles; four awards from the Academy of Country Music, two from BMI, two Billboard Music Awards and five Grammy nominations. And the list goes on.
Up-and-comer Candy Coburn will open the show at 7PM with what has been called her “Southern Soul Rockin Country” sound. If you like southern rock, rock 'n' roll, R&B or Gospel you are sure to hear something you like in one of Candy Coburn's live shows! She’s been compared to a female Montgomery Gentry! Her live show has been compared to the live stage presence of Garth Brooks! Her latest album, Rev It Up, was released in September.
About the Venue
Fourth Street Live! is Louisville’s premier dining and entertainment district featuring a mix of leading national and regional restaurants and clubs. 
A variety of great food and drinks abounds at 4th Street Live! – from pub-type food to more upscale eateries. Grab a martini and dinner at Red Star Tavern, have a few beers and a burger at Lucky Strike or some famous Kentucky bourbon at Maker’s Mark. Located downtown, it will become party central for GIE+EXPO.
Restaurants and bars located at 4th Street Live! include: Hard Rock Café, Luck Strike, Maker’s Mark Bourbon House, Red Star Tavern, Sully’s Restaurant Saloon, T.G.I. Friday’s and The Pub. For more information or to make dinner reservations, visit www.4thstlive.com.
