Robert Earl Keen is preparing for the fifth year of his Fan Appreciation Day, a free Labor Day concert at John T. Floore’s Country Store in Helotes.
A Homecoming for Keen
Keen told KSAT that Floore’s holds a special place in his career, dating back to the early 1990s when he had to convince the venue to give his style of music a chance.
Years later, Keen said the idea for Fan Appreciation Day came after hearing musicians repeatedly thank their fans during interviews. He decided to give back to his fans with a free concert.
Because Floore’s has limited capacity, Keen said approximately 3,500 tickets are distributed through a random lottery. He also personally builds the lineup with artists he enjoys, describing the event as a showcase for the broad world of Americana music.
Original reporting: San Antonio, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
