Sneds Tour
In Partnership With
The Snedeker Family Foundation
presented by
South College
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a program of
TN Golf Foundation
Meet The Headliner
Nearing 20 years in the country music spotlight, Chris Young has grown into the definition of a long-haul superstar – but the road remains open ahead. One of Billboard’s top country artists of the decade, the prolific hitmaker boasts 14 No. 1 singles and 9 Billion+ streams; an unbroken streak of success built on songs that balance country roots with a modern edge—and connect through real feeling.
A member of the historic Grand Ole Opry, global arena headliner, and creative force of nature, the CMT Award winner and ACM, AMA, CMA and GRAMMY nominee has written and co-produced much of the work behind his 54 RIAA certifications, boasting a career which bridges multiple phases of country expression.
But in joining Black River Entertainment as his new label home, the seasoned entertainer named “one of his era’s finest traditionalists” by the Associated Press feels refreshed, bringing his much-loved style into the future. His bold tenth album—I Didn't Come Here to Leave—kicks off the Tennessee native’s next act. The record’s 14 fresh songs, including 11 co-writes, mark the start of a new chapter as Young hits a new stride. Re-centering his foundation of timeless
romance, while embracing the energy of his legendary live shows (and bringing his deep vocal rumble “back to my baritone roots”), the set represents the most complete cross-section of his creative vision – maybe ever – and the highest level of craftsmanship in Young’s remarkable career. Also co-producing alongside Andy
Sheridan, the star’s keen country instincts take center stage as he ticks off multiple bucket-list boxes. Passionate attention to detail was poured over every syllable of every lyric, and with the old-school recording dynamic found only in a live studio band, the vivid result acts like Young’s career itself – a connecting point between the glory days of country’s past, and the exhilarating ecstasy of a new dawn. “It’s wild to step back and see a really long list of things I’ve gotten to do already. … But I didn’t come here to leave.”
Chris Young
@ChrisYoungMusic
Meet The Host & Auctioneer
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Shawn Parr has been the voice of Country Music for over 38 years. Born and raised in Southern California, now resides in Nashville, Tennessee. Shawn was the host of the Nationally Syndicated Radio show Nash Nights Live for Cumulus Broadcasting heard on over 140 stations for 7 years. In 2020 Shawn launched his own Nationally Syndicated Radio show called “Shawn Parr’s Across the Country” then joined forces with Beasley Communications Backstage Country to form “Shawn Parr’s Backstage Country” heard on over 80+ stations nationwide.
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Shawn has also been the voice for The Academy of Country Music Awards, The Golden Globes, American Music Awards and has been featured on numerous nationwide television specials for over 30 years.
Shawn has not only succeeded in the world of hosting, voice-over, and radio, he has also made the transition into acting on television and in movies. Shawn has had TV roles on ABC’s Nashville and played a detective on NBC’s Heist. Shawn’s movie roles include Curtis Hanson's Lucky You that featured Drew Barrymore, Robert Duvall, and Eric Bana, Waist Deep starring Tyrese Gibson. Drone Virus with Billy Wirth, and Death and Texas starring Steve Harris, Andy Richter, & Charles Durning.
In 2024 Shawn travelled across the country hosting and auctioneering 97 events in twenty-one states raising over 39 million dollars for several different Charities. As a scratch golfer, Shawn hosts his own charity golf tournament in for The Cool Kids Campaign for children dealing with Cancer and their families. Shawn has served on the Board of Directors for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for over 20+ years and donates his time, money, and effort to numerous charities throughout the U.S. These organizations include the Boys and Girls Clubs, MDA, CHP 11-99 Foundation and the Stars and Stripes Tournament in Cabo San Lucas Mexico. Throughout his career his theme has always been to “Give Back” and as long as Shawn has a microphone in 2025 the word NO will not be a part of his vocabulary.
Shawn Parr
@ShawnParrOfficial
Meet The Songwriters
Introducing the performers for the Songwriters Round.
Schedule of Events
(all times listed in CT)
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5:00 p.m. - Sponsor/VIP Meet & Greet with Chris Young
5:30 p.m. - Doors Open for All General Admission Tickets
6:30 p.m. - Event Begins
6:45 - 7:30 p.m. - Songwriter Round
7:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Intermission and Live Auction
8:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Chris Young Performs
Thank You, Partners!
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