Chuck Mead is a Country singer with a rock n roll heart. He’s also a renowned songwriter, producer, music director, musicologist and architect behind the rebirth of Lower Broadway and the Global Neo Traditional Country music movement. This Kansas native, has been at the forefront of what has come to be known as Americana Music for the better part of 25 years. Perhaps best known for co-founding the famed ‘90s Alternative Country quintet, BR5-49, whos 7 albums garnered a CMA Award for Best International Touring Act and three Grammy nominations, helped build an indelible bridge between authentic American Roots music and millions of fans worldwide. Since then he’s toured the globe, entertained thousands on the high seas, released 4 solo albums, made 137 appearances on the Grand Ole Opry, co-produced critically acclaimed tribute albums to Johnny Cash & Waylon Jennings, acted as Musical Director/Supervisor/Producer of the Broadway hit musical Million Dollar Quartet AND the companion CMT television show Sun Records. Laid Back Country Picker is the stage persona of David Prince, a Kentucky-based social studies teacher and musician known for blending 70s country, rock, and punk with a “hillbilly” sensibility. Alongside his wife, “Honey” (on drums), he gained popularity through his “Magoffin County Cadillac” video and a “fleet-maintained” Crown Vic persona.
Built in 1929, Restored in 2020, The Bend Theater is an experience venue in downtown West Bend showcasing the best in music, comedy, and movies.
