A recent local and state champion in the world’s largest country music talent competition, the Country Showdown, as well as an underground American rockabilly group will take the stage at the Santa Clarita Concerts in the Park on Saturday, Aug. 15.

Saturday’s Concerts in the Park will start at 6:00 p.m. and will feature two acts, Wise-Hawkins and Three Bad Jacks.

“I’ve been waiting years to headline. It’s been one of my dreams for a long time,” said Wise-Hawkins.

Wise-Hawkins was originally going to headline the Concerts in the Park on July 18, however it was cancelled due to weather.

Wise-Hawkins was KHTS’ 2014 entry for the Country Showdown and made it all the way to the national finals in Nashville, Tennessee, “it was an incredible experience. I was honored to be performing at the Ryman Auditorium….Patsy Cline has performed there, Johnny Cash and Carter Cash, Elvis Presley, LeAnn Rimes, all my idols.”

Wise-Hawkins will be followed by the previously set underground American rockabilly group, Three Bad Jacks, at approximately 7:00 p.m.

Saturday’s Concerts in the Park will be held at 6:00 p.m. in Central Park located at 27150 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350.

The remaining Concerts in the Park will not be affected by these changes and will keep the same scheduled acts and times.

As a reminder, attendees are encouraged to arrive early to set up chairs and enjoy a selection of various food vendors.

Out of consideration for others, guests cannot reserve areas by staking or roping.

Umbrellas and canopies are welcome, but must be disassembled before show time.

For more information on the 2015 Concerts in the Park series, including backstage parking and Bike Valet, please contact the City’s Arts and Events Office at (661) 250-3787 or visit arts.santa-clarita.com/events/concerts-in-the-park.

About Three Bad Jacks

One of Los Angeles’ hardest working bands, and biggest club draws, Three Bad Jacks have been pounding it out, non-stop, since the late 20th century.

Typically averaging over 250 shows a year, selling out rooms from Hollywood to New York City and headlining numerous European festivals, the group’s dedication and rebel spirit have long since been honed to perfection.

It rings true in every note that singer-guitarist Suissa, bassist Ruben Ibarra and drummer Adam Jones strike, each of whom display a mastery and understanding of the underground American rockabilly, and big beat heritage.