Kenny Chesney Surprises Fans with Performance at Flora-Bama

R. Ken Cooper • May 27, 2023

Kenny Chesney Surprises Fans with an Unannounced Performance at Flora-Bama Lounge

Orange Beach, Ala. - (OBA) - Country music superstar Kenny Chesney, known for his love of the Gulf Coast lifestyle, recently added a spontaneous twist to his two-night performance at the Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach, Alabama. The prolific artist, who has recorded more than 20 albums and produced over 40 Top 10 singles on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs, took a break between his concerts to pay a surprise visit to the iconic Flora-Bama Lounge​​.


Chesney, who is currently touring the nation with his "I Go Back" Tour, is no stranger to the Orange Beach and Gulf Shores area and is known to frequent the Flora-Bama when he visits​. His impromptu performance at the Flora-Bama Lounge, therefore, was not just a delightful surprise for the patrons present at the time, but also a testament to his affinity for the local scene and his commitment to bringing his music directly to the communities that inspire him.


Kenny took to his social media pages to express his gratitude to the world-famous bar, saying: "Thanks to everyone at the Flora-Bama Lounge & Package for having me, Kenny Chesney’s No Shoes Radio and Blue Chair Bay Rum. What a perfect setting for a pre-show party. No Shoes Nation, tonight we end the #IGOBACKTOUR, and it’s going to be a wild night at The Wharf Amphitheater. Can’t wait to see you guys"​​.


The surprise performance at the Flora-Bama Lounge, nestled between Chesney's scheduled concerts at the Wharf Amphitheater, truly encapsulates the singer's love for the Gulf Coast lifestyle. It also underscores his unique approach to connecting with fans - not just from the stage of grand amphitheaters, but also from the heart of local lounges that pulse with the rhythm of the communities they serve.



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