Councilman Rick Blackwell Announces Music Line-Up For The 8th Annual Riverview Independence Festival

The Ohio River in Southwest Louisville will come alive with fireworks, fun, and a fresh musical line-up on Saturday, June 29th at the Riverview Independence Festival presented by Brown-Forman and Kosair Charities.

Rising country music star Stephanie Quayle will headline the Festival Stage. Stephanie offers a fresh sound, and relatable storylines that is unmatched in today’s country music scene. Her brand-new single “If I Was a Cowboy” was released in February 2019 and she was named CMT Next Women of Country Class of 2019.

Returning this year is up-and-coming country musician Shane Dawson. This singer songwriter from Mount Washington took the Riverview Stage last year and brings his high-energy pop country performances. Finally, local group Long Lost Country will be rounding out this year’s lineup featuring classic country and honky tonk hits.

“The Riverview Festival has become a southwest tradition and we have a beautiful venue to enjoy these fantastic performances,” said Blackwell. “If you are a fan of country music, this is one event you don’t want to miss!”

The Festival begins at 5:00 p.m. with performances continuing throughout the day until the fantastic fireworks display at 10:00 p.m.

Brown-Forman and Kosair have returned as Presenting Stars & Stripes Sponsors of the event. Café Press, WAVE3 News, Q103.1, LG&E, and Signarama Dixie are supporting as Proud Patriot Sponsors. Several Louisville Metro Councilmembers are have also contributed to this event including Councilman Rick Blackwell, Councilwoman Cindi Fowler, Councilman David Yates, Councilman Mark Fox, Councilman Kevin Triplett, Councilwoman Madonna Flood, Councilman Pat Mulvihill, Councilwoman Jessica Green and Councilman Anthony Piagentini.

For more information on event details including kids activities, parking, and food and drink vendors, visit the event website at www.RiverviewFestival.com  or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/riverviewfest/ .