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Statement from Zach Farnum, publicist for Jerry Lee Lewis:

Great news! After suffering a stroke and spending two weeks in the hospital, Jerry Lee Lewis has been transferred to a rehabilitation center.

“Jerry Lee Lewis is expected to fully recover with aggressive and intensive rehab. From what I have seen thus far, he is heading in the right direction,” said Dr. Rohini Bhole, M.D., Lewis’ Neurologist.

As such, Jerry Lee Lewis will unfortunately have to cancel his appearances on April 28 at the New Orleans Jazz Festival in New Orleans, LA, on May 18 at the Tennessee Theatre in Knoxville, TN, and on June 8 at The Birchmere in Alexandria, VA.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer greatly appreciates the prayers and well wishes he’s received from fans all over the world. He wants them to know he can’t wait to get back on stage and into the studio to make his Gospel record.

“‘But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord” – Jeremiah 30:17

Statement from Zach Farnum, publicist for Jerry Lee Lewis:

Last night, Jerry Lee Lewis suffered a minor stroke. He is with his family, recuperating in Memphis and the doctors expect a full recovery. The Killer looks forward to getting back into the studio soon to record a Gospel record and on the road performing live for his fans. His family requests privacy at this time. Well wishes and prayers are greatly appreciated.

“‘But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord” – Jeremiah 30:17

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 8, 2018

Jerry Lee Lewis to Play New Year’s Eve 2019 Concert on Beale Street

Memphis, TN — Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk is pleased to announce that Jerry Lee Lewis will return to Beale Street for a special New Year’s Eve Concert at the one and only Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk, located at 310 Beale Street, on December 31, 2018.

The concert will include an exclusive performance by Jerry Lee Lewis to ring in the New Year. The concert will start at 8:00pm, with the full concert line-up to be announced later this month. The concert is open to the public, with 125 tickets available for purchase through the Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk website jerryleelewismemphis.com/nye2019.

Tickets go on-sale at 8:00am CST on Thursday, November 15, 2018, starting with a 24-hour presale period for fans. Presale ticket prices start at $150 for Gallery Seats and go up to $300 for Front Row seats. After the presale period, the price of any remaining tickets will increase by $25.

Jerry Lee Lewis, one of the greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll and Country musicians of all-time, has fans across the country and around the world, but his busy tour schedule would not be complete without a stop in Memphis, Tennessee. Jerry Lee Lewis III said, “If there is one thing that can be said about my dad it’s that he loves his fans, and he truly enjoys it when he can perform back home in Memphis!”

This year, fans and businesses will also have the opportunity to make history by sponsoring the concert. Sponsorship opportunities include options to receive recognition in the concert program, concert signage, concert poster, and on the website. Sponsorship opportunities start at $500 for individuals and $1,000 for businesses.

JJ Spencer, General Manager of Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk, said, “Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk is thrilled Jerry Lee Lewis will celebrate New Year’s Eve at Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk with his fans again this year. Fans who have signed our online Guestbook agree there is no better place to see the The Killer perform, and we’re ready for another sold-out concert!”

Jerry Lee Lewis’ energy and enthusiasm in his performances, including famous stage antics, earned him the nickname “The Killer” for the way he knocked out his audiences. Jerry Lee Lewis was in the very first class of inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and his performances are known to draw fans from around the world. This exclusive New Year’s Eve Concert is one you don’t want to miss! To purchase tickets, visit the Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk website jerryleelewismemphis.com/nye2019.

About Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk
Jerry Lee Lewis built his name in Memphis and now he showcases the best Delta musicians. Located on World Famous Beale Street in the heart of downtown Memphis, Jerry Lee Lewis Café & Honky Tonk is filled with The Killer’s piano, motorcycle, photos, memorabilia, along with great food and live music. It’s walking distance from the Fedex Forum, making it the prime location to stop and eat before the big game or concert. We open early and stay open late, catering to both tourists and party animals alike.

About Jerry Lee Lewis
Jerry Lee Lewis was born on September 29th, 1935, in Ferriday, Louisiana. He began playing the piano at age 9, copying the styles of preachers and black musicians. He signed with Sun Records in 1956 and quickly became a star. He was inducted into the first class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. Lewis spends much of his time-off at his ranch in Nesbit, Mississippi, where he is happily married to his wife Judith.

Contacts

JJ Spencer
General Manager, Jerry Lee Lewis’ Café & Honky Tonk
901-474-4535
info@jerryleelewismemphis.com
www.jerryleelewismemphis.com

Jerry Lee Lewis, III
jll3@jerryleelewis.com
www.jerryleelewis.com

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Richard Spooner for Sheriff Fundraiser featuring Jerry Lee Lewis

When
Friday Jan 11, 2019
Doors: 7:00 PM
Show: 8:00 PM

Minors Under 18 With Parent or Legal Guardian

$75 – $250

Where
Hilton Jackson Ballroom
1001 E County Line Road
Jackson, MS

Purchase Tickets

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 3, 2018

Iconic Entertainer Jerry Lee Lewis To Rock Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center On December 10, Tickets On Sale August 10

Nashville, TN. – Rock ‘n’ roll’s original wild-man and country music stylist, Jerry Lee Lewis, will return to Nashville for the first time since 2014 at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Dec. 10. Tickets are available for presale here and will go on sale to the general public on August 10 at 10 a.m.

“We are honored that Jerry Lee Lewis has chosen the Schermerhorn for his triumphant return to Music City,” said Alan D. Valentine, Symphony president & CEO. “His appearance promises to be one of the highlights of our entire season lineup, and we are thrilled to add ‘The Killer’ — one of the true legends of American music — to the long list of musical icons who have graced our stage.”

Few artists in music history can boast a résumé as impressive as that of “The Killer,” now in his seventh decade of an unrivaled career that includes numerous GRAMMY® Awards, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s inaugural class, the Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and an unparalleled impact on countless rock and country artists who have followed in his footsteps.

About Jerry Lee Lewis
Jerry Lee Lewis is one of the all-time best singer-songwriters, musicians, and pianists. He was born in 1935 to Mamie and Elmo Lewis of Ferriday, Louisiana. In November of ‘56 Jerry Lee made his way to Memphis, Tennessee where he would join Sun Records and launch hit records with “Crazy Arms,” “Whole Lotta Shakin,’”, and “Great Balls of Fire.” Jerry Lee, along with with his friends Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins would become known as the Million Dollar Quartet and there is not any part of music that their influences haven’t touched. As a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s very first class of inductees, “The Killer” holds numerous awards including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, numerous GRAMMYs, the Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award and countless other honors. He is truly rock’s first great wildman, and shows no signs of stopping, touring around the globe still today. Visit www.jerryleelewis.com to follow “The Killer.”

Contacts
Jerry Lee Lewis
Zach Farnum | zach@117group.com | 615-997-0100
Heather Trotter | heather@117group.com | 615-997-0100 x704

Schermerhorn Symphony Center
Dave Felipe | dfelipe@nashvillesymphony.org | 615-867-6565

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