The Dixie Highway Show Band

• John Wayne Wilkinson - Lead Vocals/Frontman
• Ron Boudreau - Drums/Band Leader
• Dickey Jones - Electric Fiddle/Bookings
• David Hewitt - Keyboards, Guitar, Vocals
• Vaughan Thomas - Sound Engineer and DJ
• Brian Jackson - Road Manager
• Alan Thomas - Standup/Electric Bass
• Keith Johnson - Lead Guitar, vocals
• John King - Pedal Steel Guitar

The Dixie Highway Show Band is a powerhouse,7 piece, country/western swing/honky-tonk/southern rock/ originals/,show and concert band. Just awarded Gigmasters' 2011 Rising Star Award Winner as top Country Band and ranked as the #1 Country Covers Band by Gigmasters in the USA and fronted by Nashville recording artist John W. Wilkinson, the band draws rave reviews everywhere we play. Read what our satisfied customers are saying about us in their feedback comments. We are also the #1 Gigmasters ranked Country Covers, Western Swing and Honky Tonk band in Florida and have been a Gigmasters member for 27 months. Backed by six veteran musicians with over 200 years of experience in the industry including guitar, keyboards, drums, bass, pedal steel and fiddle. Several members are Grand Ole Opry veterans and all have played in countless bands, opened and played as members with Major Label artists too countless to mention. Featuring strong vocal leads and harmonies and emphasizing audience interaction is what keeps our clients on their feet asking for more. We gladly take requests and play what you and your friends or clients want to hear.

We supply everything needed to make your event a memorable and successful one. We employ a sound engineer at every event who matches our sound to each distinct venue for the duration of our entire performance and DJ's the band's break periods. From stage lighting to special requests to stage effects, the Dixie Highway Band is an accomplished event specialist and has been together, now, for 8 years. We provide individualized written contracts for every event we schedule to provide you with peace of mind and assurance that when you book us you'll get what you pay for. We gladly provide client and sponsor references upon request. Listen to the quality of our sound on our first CD recorded in July of 2009 in Nashville. We enjoy getting our audiences involved, dancing and singing along with popular selections. A radio call in response has been included with our new CD tracks. We are currently getting FM radio play in several states and international attention on many internet radio stations. If you want the very best for your event hire The Dixie Highway Band. We won't disappoint you and look forward to helping you make your event a memorable one.

We will respond to all requests and effectively communicate with answers to any questions or special needs you might have. We look forward to working with and for you!

• Fireman - George Strait
• Neon Moon - Brooks and Dunn
• Boot Scoot Boogie - Brooks and Dunn
• The Chair - George Strait
• Fast As You - Dwight Yoakam
• Sleep Walk - Lloyd Green
• Stand Up - Mel McDaniels
• Redneck Girl - Bellamy Brothers
• Watermelon Crawl - Tracy Byrd
• Devil Went Down To Georgia - Charlie Daniels
• Drinkin' My Baby Good bye - Charlie Daniels
• A Little Less Talk, A lot more Action - Toby Keith
• Keep Your Hands To Yourself - Toby Keith
• Born To Boogie - Hank Williams, Jr.
• I'm From The Country - Tracy Byrd
• Family Tradition - Hank Williams. Jr.
• Steel Guitar Rag - Bud Isaacs
• Last Date - Lloyd Green
• The Dance - Garth Brooks
• I've got Friends in Low Places - Garth Brooks
• Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis
• Workin' Mans' Blues - Merle Haggard
• He Stopped Loving Her Today - George Jones
• Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash
• All Summer Long - Kid Rock
• Sweet Home Alabama - Lynyrd Skynyrd
• You Never Called Me My Name - David Allan Coe
• Brand New Girlfriend - Steve Holy
• Some Beach - Blake Shelton
• How Forever Feels - Kenny Chesney
• Give Me 3 Steps - Lynyrd Skynyrd
• Hillbillies Love it in the Hay - Hot Apple Pie
• Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy - Big and Rich
• HickTown - Jason Aldean
• She's Country - Jason Aldean
• Why does Everybody want to Kick My Ass? - Big and Rich
• Be My Baby Tonight - John Michael Montgomery
• Don't Close Your Eyes - Keith Whitley
• Chicks Dig It - Chris Cagle
• HillBilly Shoes - Montgomery Gentry
• Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
• Hell Yeah - Montgomery Gentry
• Gone - Montgomery Gentry
• When the Sun Goes Down - Kenny Chesney/Uncle Kracker
• Honkytonk BadonkaDonk - Trace Adkins
• Tequila Makes her Clothes Fall Off - Joe Nichols
• She's One Hot Mama - Trace Adkins
• Summertime Blues - Alan Jackson
• I'm Hard Core, Honky Tonk - original JWWilkinson
• I Could Get Used To This - original JWWilkinson

Anniversaries, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Halloween Parties, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• The entire band was awesome! They are incredibly talented and professional. Our employees had a ball at their holiday party. Thanks to the band for making it a wonderful event! -- Karena K, Tampa, FL, 12/3/2011
• I booked The Dixie Highway Show Band from the web site, and was hesitant to do so, without seeing them first. Let me tell you they met all of my expectations and had all of us dancing the night away! There music ability and high energy was outstanding! -- Audrey S, Sarasota, FL, 11/4/2011
• My Greatest Thanks to the Dixie Highway Show Band from all at the Wendy Lee Ranch. You did it again. This is the Second time we have hired this Band. My 50th Birthday Party was a Blast due to your ability to Perform and even more Pleasurable due to your Professional and Down to Earth Band members. If you want the Best sounding Band around playing Old and New Country along with some Southern Rock, look no farther. Once again Thank you and we will see you all Soon. -- Larry V, Arcadia, FL, 10/1/2011
• My wife and I were so please that we hired the DHSB. DHSB IS IN A LEAUGE OF THEIR OWN. When you hear a CD or a song on the radio it is in stereo.DHSB play live in stereo due to their sound man and equiptment. All their band members were on key, never missed a note and complimented each other and John has a set of pipes on him. DHSB is TRUE live country music Texas style..Florida Crackers, eat your heart out! and yes we will re-hire them and matter of fact several attendees at our party are going to hire them for their parties, so people stop looking cause the buck stops at DHSB..you will not be dissapointed. Thanks DHSB !!!! Bob and Betsy Woods Dade City, Florida -- Bob W, Dade City, FL, 5/28/2011
• To the Dixie Highway Show Band From the Wendy Lee Ranch, Thanks for a Great night of Entertainment. Folks it doesn't matter the size of the event you are having. If you want to have a Great time this is the Band to have. We will Hire these boys again for a night of "Fun" real soon. We had a Wedding reception with about 75 Folks in attendance and every one loved the band. These guys could play in any National music event in front of Thousands with the same results. My Heartfelt Thanks goes out to Dickey and the Boys for a Job Done Well. So from the Folks at the Wendy Lee Ranch. It Is Not Good Bye, but See You All Again Soon Larry and Wendy -- Larry V, Arcadia, FL, 4/9/2011
• We had previously hired Nashville or Atlanta based talent. DHB was far superior. Great group of folks with a Grammy sound. -- Benjamin S, Jacksonville, FL, 4/2/2011
• Dixie Highway Band did an OUTSTANDING job for our RV rally! With over 600 people in the room they played music for dancing and our people were dancing in the aisles right from the first song! They were on time for setup and did some special requests from our audience. They were very professional and we would hire them for another event! We would be happy to be a referral source for the band! -- Nancy M, Orlando, FL, 3/12/2011
• Exceptional in every way. -- Jinger E, Tampa, FL, 3/4/2011
• Band was understanding when we had generator issues from the beginning. Great music, lots of talent. -- Carol S, Boca Grande, FL, 2/26/2011
• More than satisfied! They were exactly what I thought they would be. Their sound was perfect, note for note from the cd. You need to book this band. There is no one else out there like them for the price! Plus, negotiating with them was easy and very up front and clear. My sound guys loved them, which should tell you something about their level of experience. They've been around the block a few times and trust me, talent shows through! -- Larry S, Arcadia, FL, 1/8/2011
• Absolutely the right choice in every sense of the word! Professional from the first conversation until the last note was performed. A true pleasure to work with and their music live was note for note from the cd I received prior. If you need country look no further. My sound engineers even told me how great they were to work with! Book 'em! -- Larry S, Arcadia, FL, 1/9/2011
• The event was my twin daughters sweet sixteen birthday and we had 100 plus teenagers at the party. They are true country girls and love their country music. We were a little concerned on how a bunch of teenagers were going to respond to anything less than Allen Jackson live without disappointment however, the band exceeded any and all expectations and could not have been more professional. Everyone at the party had a great time and we would recommend the band for any event large or small. -- John A, Bradenton, FL, 12/11/2010
• Each rating that I have given for the Dixie Highway Band is actually an understatement. These guys are, simply put, top-notch talent that you can consider yourself lucky finding. Despite electrical problems requiring them to make some serious adjustments to their setup, they worked it out and still started on time. The heat was overwhelming, but they still didnt complain. The musicians are incredibly talented, and their lead singer can take on any country singer vocally. All in all, a tremendous band, and I am glad I have them booked again for a Christmas performace in December. I, for one, just cant wait! -- Mustafa S, Davie, FL, 7/31/2010
• The Dixie Highway Band exceeded our expectations in every way. Their stage setup, lighting and sound mix were top notch. Their music was so good it left our 100 plus guests stunned at first. But then the dancing and fun really got going. The band interacted with our group in the most professional, yet personal way possible. I recommend these guys without reservation. Do yourself a favor. Book them. -- Joe B, Stuart, FL, 2/14/2010
• The Dixie Highway Band is a group of very talented musicians who play well together. The Band was very professional and accomidating. At our request they arrived 2 hours early for our event and set up to allow the opening act to perform without a long break between bands. They are very "tight", have a great country sound and their singer is excellent. Overall we were very pleased to have them at our event and would reccommend them to anyone. -- Jim F, Sebring, FL, 10/2/2010
• They performed beautifully. Everyone commented on how good the group was. I would highly recommend them. -- Cindy B, Ormond Beach, FL, 10/31/2010
• The Dixie Highway Band executed another superior performance for our recent corporate function. Our customers were thoroughly entertained and left with another memorable evening. The lead singer and individual talents of each band member are exceptional - and combined they are truly outstanding. We would highly recommend them for an event. -- Jay J, Plant City, FL, 2/26/2010
• This band far exceeded our expectations. They are far better in person than even their MP3s which are great. It rained the night of our event so we had to move onto our patio. No problem for these guys, moved inside, kept the volume at a level that allowed people to talk and still have a great time. I am a musician as well, keyboard player. I can tell you that these guys are all very talented musicians. Their playing is tight and the vocals are great. I would highly recommend them for your next event. You will not be sorry. -- Ted H, Lutz, FL, 12/4/2009
• Our experience with gig masters and the Dixie highway Band was excellent. The band selection process is made very easy by the gig masters web site. As far as the band goes, I assure you you will not find a more professional but also easy going group of musicians around. The band was great and a pleasure to work with. So here is the bottom line if you want a country band that you can count on to entertain your group, and do what they promised, just hire these guys and tell them Dr. Faro form Lake Wales Florida sent you you'll be happy you did. -- Anthony F, Lake Wales, FL, 10/31/2009
• Outstanding performance! Our clients were extremely pleased with the talent of Dixie Highway Band at our recent corporate event. They were thoroughly prepared and organized - and executed flawlessly for us. We highly recommend the band! -- Jay J, Plant City, FL, 2/19/2010
• We hired this band to entertain about 200 Senior residents at our Mobile Home Park. They arrived on time, set up during dinner and for the next 3 hours gave us some of the Best Country Musis available played by these very talented musicians and singer John Wayne Wilkinson. Our residents danced the night away and were thrilled with the performance. I would hire them again in a heartbeat. Great job guys and a big thanks. Jackie Evans Serendipity Senior Mobile Park, Clearwater Florida -- Jackie E, Clearwater, FL, 1/30/2010
• The Dixie Highway Band was very easy to work with. We have had very positive feedback from the guests. Hope to work with them again in the near future.... -- Stacy W, Lakeland, FL, 1/16/2010
• We were very satisfied with the Dixie Highway Band. They definitely delivered an authentic country western sound. -- Alaina H, Vero Beach, FL, 3/13/2010
• They exceeded our expectations and our crowd had a lot of positive comments. -- Dan M, Clearwater, FL, 8/12/2010

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